In this episode of the Psych Central Show, hosts Gabe Howard and Vincent M. Wales welcome Jessie Close, sister of acclaimed actress Glenn Close. Jessie shares the story of her son’s diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder, followed by her own diagnosis of bipolar disorder. Spurred by a desire to make people more aware of the stigma surrounding mental illness, ... Show More
Oct 1
Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy for Mental Health
Psychedelics are having a moment in mental health care. Research is showing promising results for conditions including depression, treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, and PTSD. But how much do we actually know — and how much is hype? ADAA member expert and licensed psycholog ... Show More
27m 3s
Oct 2025
242: From Lived Experience to Nonprofit Leadership
Jessie Bucci-Carter is a mental health advocate, regional manager at a mental health nonprofit supporting youth mental health advocates and a rescue dog lover, foster, and volunteer who shares her compelling journey living with bipolar. Together we explore Jessie's early experien ... Show More
37m 42s
Mar 2018
My Brain Hates Me - Jessie Dean Altman
The writer (Lady Parts, The Onion) and dog walker shares about the lifelong battle she has had with her brain and emotions including: Intrusive thoughts, OCD, treatment-resistant depression, procrastination, self-judgment, and anger. She shares how REBT was a game changer for hel ... Show More
1h 58m
May 2017
#36: Being Brave with Jennifer Marshall
The co-founder of mental health storytelling organization This Is My Brave joins to talk about her experience with bipolar disorder, postpartum psychosis, hospitalization, and helping others share their own stories. In the episode, Jennifer mentions a guest-post on her blog about ... Show More
1h 25m
Jul 2024
210: A Teacher's Tale Breaking Free of Bipolar Denial
<p>Embracing Bipolar: Kelcie's Journey of Acceptance and Support
Paris welcomes Kelcie, a mental health advocate and toddler teacher, to share her journey living with bipolar disorder. </p>
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<p>Kelcie discusses her diagnosis in 2020, overcoming denial, and the vit ... Show More
30m 43s