
Hope Starts With Us
On this podcast, Daniel H. Gillison Jr., CEO of NAMI (the National Alliance on Mental Illness), brings important mental health topics to light, one conversation at a time. Hope starts with us sharing our stories. Hope starts with us breaking the stigma. Hope starts with us sharing resources and practical advice. If you or a loved one is struggling with a mental health condition and are looking for hope, this podcast is for you.
Podcasting since 2022 • 80 episodes
Hope Starts With Us
Latest Episodes
The Importance of Mental Health Care for Minoritized Communities Featuring Dr. Sheldon A. Jacobs and Dr. Judith Joseph
July is Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. In honor of her legacy, this episode features Dr. Sheldon A. Jacobs and Dr. Judith Joseph in conversation with NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. Our guests share their ...
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Season 1
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Episode 79
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46:51

How Consistency Supports Communities After Traumatic Events Featuring Erin Raftery Ryan and Dr. Shauna "Doc" Springer
Following their previous conversations in episodes 63 and 70, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. is joined again by NAMI Westside Los Angeles CEO Erin Raftery Ryan and Stella Mental Health Chief Psychologist Shauna “Doc” Springer. This episode as...
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Season 1
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Episode 78
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1:00:40

Pride, Mental Health, and Advocacy Featuring Juan Acosta
In this episode recognizing Pride Month, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. is joined by Juan Acosta, a mental health advocate and LGBTQI+ activist. During this conversation, the group explores Juan’s mental health journey, how he mixes mental he...
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Season 1
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Episode 77
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28:21

Faith and Compassion in Mental Health Featuring Christian Bentley
The relationship someone has with their faith community can have a big impact on their mental health journey. In this episode, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. and Christian Bentley discuss how Christian’s Catholic faith and community have help...
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Season 1
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Episode 76
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46:36
