Twistshops
Welcome
“Twistshops” are art therapy-focused workshops that promote healing, relaxation and emotional recovery through art therapy based interventions that are designed to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety and stress related to cancer.
Twistshops welcome individuals who have been touched by cancer to engage in art therapy based workshops that focus on utilizing the arts as a mechanism for healing.
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Survivors, caregivers and previvors are invited to participate. Participants will be guided by a licensed art therapist through a variety of art-making activities that will allow participants to process their past and current experiences as a patient, caregiver or supporter of someone with cancer. Through storytelling and mindful art-making, the intention is to help participants explore different emotions, and in turn revive self, heal and find ways to move forward.
Twist Out Cancer is committed to offering our programming free of charge for cancer survivors, patients, caregivers and family members. If you’re in a position to make a tax deductible contribution to support our work, please feel free to do so. We are so grateful for our community that supports us in so many ways.
April Virtual Twistshop: Collaboration with Wonders and Worries
Date: Thursday, April 16, 2026
Start time: 6:30pmCST/7:30pmEST
Facilitated by: Twist Out Cancer facilitator & art therapist, Callie (Cullinan) Ludwig, LPCC-S, LPAT, ATR-BC
Collaboration with Wonders & Worries.
Wonders & Worries provides free, professional support for children and teenagers through a parent’s serious illness or injury, so that they can reach their full potential.
Theme: Glimmers
What are “Glimmers”? They are micro-moments of joy, pleasure, or gratitude. They serve as cues for your nervous system- for safety and calmness. “Glimmers” are the opposite of triggers- which spike stress in your nervous system. Glimmers offer balance to triggers (both are important!)
Join us for an interactive art therapy session that explores how we can use art-making to build neuroplasticity. Neuroplasticity: bringing awareness to these moments makes you more likely to pay attention to “glimmers” in the future.
Suggested Materials:
- Paper
- Scissors
- Glue
- Markers
- Crayons
- Collage materials
May Virtual Twistshop: Collaboration with Inheritance of Hope
Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026
Start time: 6:30pmCST/7:30pmEST
Facilitated by: Twist Out Cancer facilitator & art therapist, Callie (Cullinan) Ludwig, LPCC-S, LPAT, ATR-BC
Collaboration with Inheritance of Hope
Join Twist Out Cancer’s art therapist, Callie Cullinan, + Inheritance for Hope
In this Twistshop, we will use the prompt of Outside Spaces. We will be creating a mixed media representation of outside spaces, using visuals of flowers, plants, and other natural or non-natural outdoor elements to represent your environment, community, or outer self.
Suggested Materials:
- Markers
- Crayons
- Scissors
- Glue
- Colorful paper/scrapbook paper
- Collage materials
Interested in learning more about our partner, Inheritance of Hope? Hope@Home™ Groups provide a simple, one-click weekly connection for families navigating a parent’s terminal illness while raising children under 18. As one of the programs offered through Inheritance of Hope, these groups create space for encouragement, friendship, and meaningful support during a very difficult season. We invite families to join us, experience the connection, and discover the many ways Inheritance of Hope walks alongside families facing terminal illness.
June Virtual Twistshop: Collaboration with Style Esteem
Date: Thursday, June 18, 2026
Start time: 6:30pmCST/7:30pmEST
Facilitated by: Twist Out Cancer Director of Twistshops & art therapist, Jacqueline Carmody LCPC, ATR-BC, ATCS
Collaboration with Style Esteem
Join Twist Out Cancer + Style Esteem for an art therapy Twistshop that explores self-esteem, identity, and empowerment through the directive of torn paper self-portraits.
StyleEsteem is a headwear and accessories fashion label founded by young breast cancer survivor Sonya Keshwani. Through its one-of-a-kind designs and its fashion and wellness blog, StyleEsteem empowers you through every stage of your hair journey, helping you feel confident, seen, and supported along the way. Join the StyleEsteem community on Instagram @StyleEsteem and continue exploring at StyleEsteem.com.
Suggested Materials:
- Markers
- Magazines or photos
- Scissors
- Glue
- Collage materials/ tissue paper
- Stickers
- Floral printed paper/ photos/ wrapping paper.
Questions? Contact Jacqueline Carmody at jacqueline@twistoutcancer.
Space is limited, please register for each monthly session to attend.
2026 Twistshop Dates: January 9th, February 6th, March 6th, April 3rd, May 8th, June 4th, July 10th, August 14th, September 4th, October 2nd, November 6th, December 4th
In person: RUSH Twistshop Series
Join Twist Out Cancer and RUSH Cancer Center for a monthly arts therapy workshop with art therapist and Twistshop Director, Jacqueline Carmody.
When: First Friday of every month at 10-11:15am CST
Where: Joan and Paul Rubschlager Building
1520 W. Harrison Street
Chicago, IL 60607
Room Number: Supportive Oncology Suite (4th Floor)
Who: survivors, caregivers, patients, healthcare professionals, and previvors. This series is open to the community and individuals seeking treatment at any RUSH locations.
In person: RUSH Lisle Twistshop Series
Join Twist Out Cancer and RUSH Lisle for a monthly arts therapy workshop with art therapist and Twistshop facilitator, Mignon Dupepe.
When: Thursdays every month from 10-11:15am CST.
2026 Twistshop Dates: January 8th, February 12th, March 12th, April 9th, May 14th, June 11th, July 9th, August 13th, September 10th, October 8th, November 12th, December 10th
Where: RUSH Lisle
2455 Corporate W Dr, Lisle, IL 60532
Series will be held in the atrium.
Who: survivors, caregivers, patients, healthcare professionals, and previvors. This series is open to the community and individuals seeking treatment at any RUSH locations.
Questions? Contact Jacqueline Carmody at jacqueline@twistoutcancer.
Space is limited, please register for each monthly session to attend.
2026 Twistshop Dates: January 9th, February 6th, March 6th, April 3rd, May 8th, June 4th, July 10th, August 14th, September 4th, October 2nd, November 6th, December 4th
In person: RUSH Twistshop Series
Join Twist Out Cancer and RUSH Cancer Center for a monthly arts therapy workshop with art therapist and Twistshop Director, Jacqueline Carmody.
When: First Friday of every month at 10-11:15am CST
Where: Joan and Paul Rubschlager Building
1520 W. Harrison Street
Chicago, IL 60607
Room Number: Supportive Oncology Suite (4th Floor)
Who: survivors, caregivers, patients, healthcare professionals, and previvors. This series is open to the community and individuals seeking treatment at any RUSH locations.
In-person: OSF Little Company of Mary Twistshop Series
Join Twist Out Cancer and OSF Little Company of Mary for a monthly arts therapy workshop with art therapist and licensed clinical professional counselor, Jacqueline Carmody.
When: The first Thursday of *every month in 2026 from 10:15am-11:30am
*May and August will be held on the second Thursday of the month*
Where: OSF Little Company of Mary Cancer Center Library 2800 W. 95th Street 1st Floor, South Pavilion Evergreen Park, IL 60805
This series is open to the public.
This series will introduce you to new and exciting art making techniques to promote social connection, relaxation and healing. All art materials are included!
Free Monthly Sessions available to OSF Little Company of Mary patients and families starting January 8, 2026!
Questions? Contact Jacqueline Carmody at jacqueline@twistoutcancer.org or Donna Reed at Donna.S.Reed@osfhealthcare.org
Space is limited, please register for each monthly session to attend. Each session will be hybrid, allowing participation in person and virtually!
2026 Twistshop Dates: January 8, February 5, March 5, April 2, May 7, June 4, July 2, August 13, September 3, October 1, November5, December 3
Jacqueline Carmody, Director
Jacqueline Carmody is a Twist Out Cancer Board Member, Brushes with Cancer Artist, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Registered Board Certified Art Therapist. Jaqueline will be running our signature Twistshop programs with a team of talented clinicians and is excited to bring this unique program to the community!
“My goal as an art therapist is to provide a safe space for everyone and offer them guidance in exploring different emotions that develop throughout their experience. What typically transpires is an evening filled with art making, bonding, and camaraderie.”
