Lorenzo Quan

Lorenzo Quan has overcome a variety of life challenges — adoption, assimilation to a new culture, a suicide attempt, and homelessness. Today he serves on the board of the Alameda County Network of Mental Health Clients and is an active advocate in the mental...

Sharon Kuehn

Mental health advocate Sharon Kuehn discusses her process of overcoming bipolar disorder and abuse that came with treatment. She also highlights the positives she has gained from her experiences — ones that have taught her to be a better and more compassionate...

Jessica Hendricks

Jessica Hendricks, a young adult who has overcome trauma and abuse,discusses both the positives and challenges of living with Dissociative Identity Disorder.

Linford Gayle

Linford Gayle is the Director of the Office of Consumer and Family Affairs for San Mateo County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services. While he currently plays an integral role in advocating for and empowering consumers on a county and statewide level, Linford was...

Brian Wetzel

Brian Wetzel is a public speaker and comedian who has struggled with depression since the age of 20. Learn how Brian uses comedy and performance to educate society about mental health issues and heal from his own experiences. Hear the lessons he learned from his...

Peggy Rahman

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a family member of someone with severe mental health challenges? Peggy Rahman, President of NAMI Alameda County, discusses the stigma she faced as the mother of a child with schizophrenia. Hear how she advocated for...