Beautiful healing

happens IN

relationship with

one another

  • ORIGINATED

    ABOS was established over a decade ago, when Colleen was hired by Yale New Haven Health Systems to work with oncology patients from diagnosis through treatment and for years after recovery. What started as 1 class with 2 patients grew to 5 unique classes a week and programs to support patients during various forms of treatment.

    Subsequently, the provider care models were developed at the request of the nursing staff at Yale New Haven Health who, seeing the positive impact on their patients, wanted a program of their own. The Adaptive Awareness Series was created in collaboration with patients and providers at Yale New Haven Health and some of New England’s most esteemed medical facilities.

  • DESIGN

    ABOS works closely with each organization, team and individual to design programs that empower providers and patients with techniques and skills that catalyze change and transformation on a personal level.

    Our customized systems meet the specific needs of various hard-working professionals – their time constraints, unique stressors, and demanding work environment.

    Utilizing a range of disciplines including emotional awareness, mindful micro-techniques, and relational intelligence, the ABOS systems empower participants to harness the calm internal strength and dynamism needed to maximize life’s journey.

  • FEATURED

    CT News Channel 8 - “Woman of the Year Program”

    Adaptive Awareness Nursing Program was presented at the National Oncology Nursing Society Congress in April 2022.

    The ABOS system supports patients and providers at Yale New Haven Health Systems and has expanded to Norwalk Hospital - Nuvance Health. Hospital chaplains have also been trained in these techniques to provide comfort during bedside patient care.

    Programs for other sectors of the medical field, such as doctors, are also in development.

We Value

  • EMPOWERED EMPATHY

    The ability to genuinely listen with an open mind and receive another’s expression brings us into powerful relation.

    From here, we venture into areas of creative intelligence built in trust, authenticity, and generosity to bring forth the best possible outcomes.

  • UPLIFTING COMPASSION

    We believe our well-being impacts the health of our medical system. Leading and sharing compassion opens the heart of humanity.

    It truly is what unites us.

    This human-centric approach allows the ordinary to become extraordinary.

  • HONOR the VISION

    Within us lies a unique treasure.

    Awareness of this purpose ignites ingenuity and passion. Rediscovering and integrating this essential contribution enhances our inner resources, initiatives, and all areas of our lives. Here, we grow into a future ready to be revealed.

  • INTRIGUE

    As we explore the vast possibilities within our human experience, we bring forth our best selves.

    Adaptability is a core skill to thrive in the midst of change. Bringing self-care to the forefront of healthcare requires vulnerability, which provides the needed strength and innovation.

  • DYNAMIC COLLABORATION

    We are relational beings and are better together. Cultivating this practice enhances our shared experiences with our diverse life experiences and wisdom.

    This advances the opportunity to receive fresh insight today.

“Being able to take a needed pause in the midst of my busy day has become so important for re-centering & re-grounding myself. With the mindful micro-techniques, I have experienced my heart rate slow down and my mind become clear of the clutter.”

— Michelle D. - Oncology LMFT