Debbie Brady on Deprogram with Michael Parker - 09 December 2022

GUEST OVERVIEW: Debbie Brady has over 20 years of experience in the mental health field in both the inpatient and community setting, including school, homeless shelters and as an advocate. In addition to her personal and professional experience with mental health, she holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Counseling.

As a result of her own personal experience of living with long-term depression which began during childhood, and then also battling anorexia in college, she has developed many techniques that have not only helped her personally, but have helped countless others during the past 20 plus years. She loves to share with others all that she has learned in order to help them live a more full life in spite of depression. She believes that by incorporating key habits into our daily life, we can learn how to thrive and gain emotional freedom in our life.

In July 2019, she published her first book titled, Depression Survival Guide: Your Path To A Joy-Filled Life. She released an updated version in July 2022. Her book hit number 1 in multiple categories on Amazon. She was also one of the authors featured in the collaborative book, Behind Those Heels, released in October 2020. In addition to her books, she also has a mental health blog where she shares her experience and knowledge about mental health issues and concerns. Her website is http://www.endingstigmatogether.com/  In addition to her writing, Debbie spends her time advocating, educating, speaking and sharing to help others live their best life.

She currently lives in Orlando, Florida and recently became an empty nester after raising her 4 incredible sons! She is a proud Philadelphia native but moving south has been the absolute best thing for her mental health. Sunshine and warm weather are two things that fuel her joy.