LEWISTON — The Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing will offer a free motivation workshop for cancer patients, survivors and caregivers. “How to Pull Yourself Together,” presented by psychologist Amy Wood, will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at the Dempsey Center, 29 Lowell St.

It’s easy to stay positive about important goals when life is just clipping along. But what happens when a major life event knocks you off your path? Or what if it’s just lack of will or inspiration that’s getting in the way? This interactive presentation will show you how to get through tough times, refuel and feel motivated again – no matter what is happening internally or externally.

Wood has helped countless adults from all walks of life and work to articulate and accomplish their own versions of success. Known for her pragmatic optimism, she believes that every human being is a unique and valuable individual with the inner resources necessary to overcome any challenge. Wood earned her doctorate from the Adler School of Professional Psychology, is certified by the College of Executive Coaching and is based in Portland.

She is the author of “Life Your Way: Refresh Your Approach to Success and Breathe Easier in a Fast-paced World,” an award-winning personal improvement book that surpasses quick-fix self-help rhetoric with a sustainable program for adapting to our perpetually hectic age. She is a co-founder of sPeak performance, an organization offering presentations, coaching and consulting for professional development. She co-hosts The Leadership Lab radio show, and is often called on for her expert opinion by media ranging from local newspapers to Parade Magazine. To learn more, visit www.amywoodpsyd.com and www.speakperformance.net.

Preregistration is required and available by phone at 207-795-8250, toll-free 1-877-336-7287 or at www.dempseycenter.org.