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We are here to provide evidence-based resources, expert guidance and a community of support to help you gain control of your well-being. Together we will fight the stigma surrounding mental health.

The power of story: “This is what healing looks like.”

To further support your journey to well-being, we’ve created a short documentary. It’s a collection of personal stories, information and expert insights on everything from anxiety to gut health and the impact of sleep. It’s a reminder that you are not alone and healing is possible. If you know someone who might benefit from watching it, please share!

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Janey Brown
Healing Trauma & Finding Strength Within

Janey Brown shares how healing from trauma begins with reconnecting to your self-worth and inner strength.

Physical
Mental
Emotional
trauma
self-worth
healing
recovery
resilience
Cat Miller
Helping Starts with Listening | Be the Support They Need

Cat Miller shares how simply listening�with presence and care�can be the most powerful form of support.

Emotional
support
help
community
Dr. Leysa Cerswell
Asking for Help | A Sign of Strength, Not Shame

Dr. Leysa Cerswell discusses why reaching out for help is a courageous act that builds resilience and connection, not shame.

Mental
Emotional
community
support
resilience
connected
stigma
Dr. Kimberly Schonert-Reichl
Self Compassion: A Key to Mental Health

Dr. Kimberly Schonert-Reichl explains how practicing self-compassion strengthens mental health and builds resilience.

Mental
Emotional
wellbeing
resilience
Janey Brown
Understanding Stress, Burnout & Depression | Symptoms Explained

Janey Brown breaks down the symptoms of stress, burnout, and depression to help you understand what�s really happening.

Mental
Emotional
burnout
symptoms
depression
stress
hormones
Nina Purewal
Discovering Self & Joy at the Ashram | My Journey

Nina Purewal shares her personal journey of finding joy and deeper self-awareness through time spent at the ashram.

Emotional
nature
happiness
self
journey
healing
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ThisWayUp is led by a distinguished team of experts across multiple disciplines.

They bring deep experience, proven strategies and evidence-based insights to guide our work.

Meet the full team
Dr. Leysa Cerswell
Nina Purewal
Dr. Brenda Chau
Janey Brown

We're dedicated to closing the critical gaps in mental health support for women and teens.

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Meet founder Cat Miller

Motherhood and an undiagnosed illness sent Cat Miller into depression that transformed her life. After years of struggle, she found healing through medication, lifestyle changes and self-discovery – only to be faced with her daughter’s mental health challenges. Now, Cat is dedicated to breaking the stigma around women's and teens mental health, fostering open conversations and support. Drawing from her own journey, she empowers others to prioritize their well-being with knowledge and care.

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