31: Bipolar Depression and Me: From Both Sides of the Couch with Pamela Cohen, M.A.

Welcome to an extraordinary episode of The Heart-Centered Therapist Podcast! Join us as we delve into a powerful conversation with Pamela Cohen, a remarkable individual who holds a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology from Loyola College. With an incredible 42 years of lived experience with bipolar 1 disorder, Pam brings a unique perspective to our discussion. Pam's journey has been nothing short of inspiring. She recently published her book, "Bipolar Depression and Me: From Both Sides of the Couch," which chronicles her personal experiences and insights. Currently working as a mental health peer specialist, Pam combines her lived experience as both a consumer and provider in the mental health field to support those struggling with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness. In this episode, Pam takes us on a profound journey from her days filled with psychosis, depression, and anxiety to her current role as a beacon of hope and empowerment. Drawing from her own challenges and triumphs, she shares invaluable suggestions for managing mental illness and offers heartfelt advice to therapists and clients about what they truly need to understand when working with individuals who have severe mental illness. Pam sheds light on the realities of living in recovery, highlighting the resilience, strength, and potential for growth that exists within each individual. Don't miss this transformative episode as we gain profound insights from Pamela Cohen's remarkable journey. Tune in to The Heart-Centered Therapist Podcast and discover the power of empathy, understanding, and empowerment in the realm of severe mental illness. Connect with Pam: Book: https://www.amazon.com/BIPOLAR-DEPRESSION-ME-SIDES-COUCH/dp/B0BZFJMKGH/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3TF2OX9VL4DWD&keywords=Pamela+cohen+bipolar+depression&qid=1686700421&s=books&sprefix=pamela+cohen+bipolar+depression%2Cstripbooks%2C97&sr=1-1 Join the Heart-Centered Therapist Community FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/478651669638167    Connect with Sindee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heartcenteredtherapist/    Shop Mental Health Threads: https://mentalhealththreads.com/