Let’s Face It: Meet Rachael Perillo
Rachael’s mental health journey began after the birth of one of her children, when she was diagnosed with postpartum depression. Prior to that, she had managed anxiety with coping skills […]
Let’s Face It: Meet Rob Santos
Growing up, Rob knew something felt off but didn’t have the language to describe it or ask for help. When he was just seven years old, teachers told him he […]
Let’s Face It: Meet Bliss Kern
“As a clinician and friend, my biggest strength and liability are the same: I don’t really know how to be inauthentic.” From an early age, Bliss understood that per experience […]
Let’s Face It: Meet Kai Belton
Kai Belton is a mother, grandmother, social worker, woman of faith, and the State Representative for Middletown’s 100th District. Throughout her career, she has worked in spaces where support is […]
Let’s Face It: Meet Aaron Hawkins
Aaron Hawkins is a veteran, musician, proud father, Certified Peer Specialist with the Veterans Health Administration, certified yoga instructor, and a dedicated human rights and environmental advocate. He is also […]
Let’s Face It: Meet Corey “Pheez” Lee
Corey’s story was recently highlighted by NBC. Watch the powerful feature on Instagram. Corey Lee, better known as Pheez, is a hip-hop artist, Navy veteran, father, husband, homeowner, podcast host, […]
Let’s Face It: Meet Julia DiCola
At 68 years old, Julia DiCola is living proof that it’s never too late to become who you truly are. A proud transgender woman, community advocate, and founder of OurTransLife, […]
Let’s Face It: Meet Evelyn Alejandro
For Evelyn Alejandro, mental health isn’t just a topic, it’s a journey she’s lived. A business owner based in Connecticut, Evelyn has experienced firsthand the ripple effects of silence and […]
Let’s Face It: Meet David Haberfeld
A landlord by trade, David has witnessed a wide range of human experiences, including housing instability, addiction, loneliness, and hoarding, some of which he has also encountered within his own […]
Let’s Face It: Meet Mimi Gonzalez
An award-winning social impact strategist, mental health advocate, LinkedIn influencer, and founder of griefsense, Mimi Gonzalez is reshaping how we talk about grief and mental health, especially in the workplace. […]
