“I was about 11 years old when I noticed something was changing with my mental health. My anxiety would take over my whole body, and it would leave my mind in panic mode.”

- Christine on her experience with anxiety

"I found it continuously difficult to spend time outside the refuge of my room."

- Rick on how his mental health affected his day-to-day

(Photograph taken by Rick at Yellowstone National Park)

"As scary as it was, asking for help was so worth it! Letting others in helped me take control of my mental health and feel supported in doing so."

-Chloe on her experiences asking for support

"I was having difficulty in my classes, and finding it harder than usual to focus and concentrate. My sense of self in the world felt off.”

- Tiffany on how mental health changes affected her

“Starting weekly therapy sessions was the best thing I ever did. While I still have anxiety, it’s no longer all-consuming. I can sleep at night. My relationships, my job – everything is better. I’ve learned strategies for managing my stressors, and I’m able to go about my life the way I want to.”

- Mili on how therapy has helped her

"When I was 19, I became overwhelmed with stress and was failing my classes. With the encouragement of my friends & family, I saw a doctor. Thanks to the treatment I received, I was able to continue school & today I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner, helping young people get the support they need."

- Carlos on how his recovery helped guide his career

"Before I found support, I went through a really tough period in my journey. But thanks to my therapist and a whole bunch of awesome resources, I was able to put things in perspective and rediscover who I was."

-Syrena on how getting support helped her