Thank You, Simone.
Mental health. Such a loaded two words. Rightfully so, given the lengthy history of stigma and abuse that happened in the mental health field before many of our lifetimes. Yet, this stigma remains. After spending a year in a primary care clinic, I’ve been amazed at the ease in which people will discuss bodily ailments (even very private ones) and yet, many of us cringe at the thought of talking about our mental health. For some reason this can feel so much more vulnerable. For this reason, I have a great appreciation for those who help to de-stigmatize our mental