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Transcending the Self-Stigma From my Youth
By facing and addressing my own self-stigma, I took ownership of my situation. -
Reminding My Younger Self That I’m “More Than Enough”
When I think about the pain my 10-year-old self was hiding, I wish I could tell her that she was more than enough, just as she was. -
Dealing with Schizophrenia in a Crowded Restaurant
I can’t put too much pressure on myself to be perfect in every social situation. -
Risk of Suicide
Suicidal thoughts often accompany mental illness. Not taking these kinds of thoughts seriously can have devastating outcomes. Suicide can be prevented.
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The Case for Expanding Peer Support
Peer support is essential for a comprehensive continuum of care. -
Determining The Credibility of Social Media Mental Health “Experts”
It’s important to distinguish between peer support and information from the care of licensed practitioners. -
The Dual Life of Being a Peer with Bipolar Disorder and a Mental Health Clinician
I'm still fleshing out the nuances of inhabiting both sides of this space: peer and clinician. -
Navigating Depression and Medical Leave from College
When temporary pain feels too great to bear, the combined force of ‘forever moments’ keeps me going. -
Losing a Client to Suicide: Navigating the Aftermath as a Therapist
I was recently inducted into a club I never wanted to be a part of — I call it the “Therapist’s Worst Nightmare Club.” -
Separating My Identity From a Schizophrenia Diagnosis
I learned to separate my identity — my essence, my core — from this highly stigmatized word.