Honoring Strength in Motion:

Celebrating Deb Soreff’s 3-Day Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness

The Gathering Lighthouse was proud to support community member and healing practitioner Deb Soreff as she participated in the Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walk in San Diego—an event dedicated to advancing breast cancer research and supporting those currently in treatment.

Deb brings a thoughtful, balanced approach to her work as a Licensed Massage Therapist and Reiki Master. With a background rooted in both eastern and western methods, she supports individuals experiencing chronic pain, cancer recovery, autoimmune conditions, post-surgical healing, and more. Her guiding belief is simple and meaningful: the body carries the sum of our experiences, and healing is a process of restoring harmony to that whole.

Her personal breast cancer journey began in 2019, followed by a double mastectomy and a lengthy period of recovery. During this transition, she shifted from a 25-year career as an art teacher to pursuing massage therapy—choosing a path that would allow her to help others navigating complex health challenges.

In honor of reaching her five-year cancer-free milestone, Deb participated in her first Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walk in Denver with a team of six. The experience proved deeply rewarding and motivated her to walk again—this time in San Diego.

She learned about The Gathering Lighthouse last fall, where she met board treasurer Mariann and found a welcoming community aligned with her values. This year, she returned to the 3-Day with a team of three, raising an impressive $9,000 for breast cancer research and support. Joined by more than 2,000 participants, Deb completed 60 miles over three days, navigating rainy skies and flooded trails with steady purpose.

The Gathering Lighthouse was honored to contribute $200 toward her mission, supporting her continued efforts to promote awareness, healing, and community connection.

Now living in downtown Batavia and practicing in Naperville, Deb continues her work with dedication and heart. Her participation in the 3-Day Walk reflects the same quiet strength and service-minded spirit she brings to her clients and her community.

To Deb: your determination and commitment continue to inspire those around you.