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Mental health awareness is at an all time high, but mental health outcomes are moving in the wrong direction.  You hear “1 in 5 people will live with a mental illness.” But #SameHere emphasizes that mental health doesn’t have to apply to only 20% of us, it applies to everyone. Our mission is to normalize our societal perception of mental health and incorporate it into our everyday conversation. 

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Our Story

Through our education and advocacy efforts we’re disrupting the status quo and working to change the culture of mental health to one of inclusion.

“Mental health affects us all. I created #SameHere because all of us have a mental health story.”

~ Eric Kussin

About #SameHere Global

A Focus on Shared Human Experience

Our Mental health fluctuates as a result of the challenges, stressors, and traumas of life. This impacts all of us, not only 1 in 5, but 5 in 5 people. Our initiatives focus on helping you build a proactive approach to mental health in order to heal and build resiliency.

Be a Part of the Change

Meet The #SameHere Alliances

From world-class athletes to leading researchers, our alliance members share their stories as proof that mental health impacts everyone, no matter their accolades or status. 

Chukky Okobi
Chukky Okobi

Former American Football Center and Commercial Actor, Super Bowl Champion (XL), Master Practitioner in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and Played College Football at Purdue

Michael Sweetney
Michael Sweetney

Naismith College Player of the Year Finalist, Selected 9th Overall in the 1st Round of the 2003 NBA Draft by the Knicks

Tracy Murray
Tracy Murray

1995 NBA Champion, Played for 7 NBA Teams Over His Career

Earnie Shavers
Earnie Shavers

Pro Boxer, Known As The Hardest Puncher of All-Time, 98.1% of Wins by Knockout

Greg Auerbach
Greg Auerbach

Professional Artist, Work Featured from LA to India

Mercedes De La Cruz
Mercedes De La Cruz

Canadian Actor in more than a Dozen Television Shows/ Independent Films, Model and Energy Healer

Rick Peterson
Rick Peterson

MLB Pitching Coach Who Coached 3 Future Hall of Famers, Best Selling Author

Jimmy Conrad
Jimmy Conrad

MLS Defender of the Year, Men’s US National Team in Soccer

Marcus Ogden
Marcus Ogden

Former NFL offensive tackle and center turned motivational speaker

Riley Sheahan
Riley Sheahan

Canadian Professional Ice Hockey Center Drafter 21st Overall by the Detroit Red Wings in 2010, Played for 6 NHL Teams Over his Career

Gerry Cooney
Gerry Cooney

Professional Boxer, 28-3 Record (24 Wins by KO)

Keith Bulluck
Keith Bulluck

NFL Pro Bowler, 3-time All-Pro, Hall of Fame Nominee

Chris Wright
Chris Wright

American Professional Basketball Player, Who When He Played for the Dallas Mavericks in 2013 was the First NBA Player Ever to Play with Multiple Sclerosis

Marc Stcherbina
Marc Stcherbina

Pro Rugby Player, Represented Australia in International Competition, ESPN Rugby Analyst

Brian Scalabrine
Brian Scalabrine

NBA Champion in 2008, Played 12 Seasons for 3 Teams, Current Celtics TV Analyst

Kristen Renton
Kristen Renton

An American Actress who had a Recurring Role as Ima Tite on Sons of Anarchy and also Portrayed Morgan Hollingsworth on NBC’s Soap Opera, Days of Our Lives

Shep Messing
Shep Messing

Pro and International Soccer Goaltending Legend and Voice of the New York Red Bulls

Takeru Kobayashi
Takeru Kobayashi

World Record Holder in Multiple Competitive Eating Categories

Garrick Jones
Garrick Jones

Played 5 Seasons in the NFL and 5 Seasons in the CFL; On the Board of the NFLPA’s Houston Chapter

Nicholas Cunningham
Nicholas Cunningham

Broadway Performer and Dancer, Phantom of the Opera

Leah Miller
Leah Miller

Integrative Psychotherapist

Arizona

Noshene Ranjbar
Noshene Ranjbar

Integrative Psychiatrist

Arizona

Rajan Grewal
Rajan Grewal

Integrative Psychiatrist

Arizona

Sutapa Dube
Sutapa Dube

Integrative Psychiatrist

Arizona

Dianna Esmaeilpour
Dianna Esmaeilpour

Integrative Psychiatrist

Arkansas

Carolyn Ross
Carolyn Ross

Integrative Medicine Physician

California

Jennifer Roberts
Jennifer Roberts

Integrative Psychiatrist

California

Margarita Holsten
Margarita Holsten

Integrative Psychiatrist

California

Michael Broukhim
Michael Broukhim

Integrative Psychiatrist

California

Omid Naim
Omid Naim

Integrative Psychiatrist

California

Brooke Ewert
Brooke Ewert

Integrative Psychotherapist

Colorado

Chanel Heermann
Chanel Heermann

Integrative Psychiatrist

Colorado

Keith Kurlander
Keith Kurlander

Integrative Psychotherapist

Colorado

Will Van Derveer
Will Van Derveer

Integrative Psychiatrist

Colorado

Andrew Pleener
Andrew Pleener

Integrative Psychiatrist

Florida

Catrina Luca
Catrina Luca

Integrative Psychiatrist

Florida

Deana Goldin
Deana Goldin

Integrative Psych Nurse Practitioner

Florida

Deborah Simkin
Deborah Simkin

Integrative Psychiatrist

Florida

Keith Goldin
Keith Goldin

Integrative Psychotherapist

Florida

Barry Reiman
Barry Reiman

Integrative Psychologist

Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Aimie Apigian
Aimie Apigian

Functional Medicine Physician

California

Crystal Whisler
Crystal Whisler

Functional Medicine Chiropractor

California

Minh Tran
Minh Tran

Functional Medicine/ Neurology Chiropractor

California

Christina Bjorndal
Christina Bjorndal

Functional Medicine Naturopath

Canada

David Hardy
David Hardy

Functional Medicine & Neurology Chiropractor

Canada

Jennifer Stagg
Jennifer Stagg

Functional Medicine Naturopath

Connecticut

Debbie Hutchinson
Debbie Hutchinson

Functional Medicine Nutritionist

Florida

Jonathan Chung
Jonathan Chung

Functional Medicine Chiropractor

Florida

Michael Gruttadauria
Michael Gruttadauria

Functional Medicine/Neurology Chiropractor

Huntington, New York

Albert Mensah
Albert Mensah

Functional Medicine Physician

Illinois

Monique Levesque-Hartle
Monique Levesque-Hartle

Functional Medicine Chiropractor

Indiana

Janelle Mackowiak
Janelle Mackowiak

Functional Medicine Naturopath

Michigan

Dan Cardellichio
Dan Cardellichio

Functional Medicine Chiropractor

New Jersey

Vinny Tagliaferro
Vinny Tagliaferro

Functional Medicine Chiropractor

New Jersey

Bobbi Kline
Bobbi Kline

Functional Medicine Physician

New Mexico

Joshua Rosenthal
Joshua Rosenthal

Functional Medicine Physician

New York

Miriam Rahav
Miriam Rahav

Functional Medicine Physician

New York

Sarah Lobisco
Sarah Lobisco

Functional Medicine Naturopath

New York

Michael Trayford
Michael Trayford

Functional Medicine/Neurology Chiropractor

North Carolina

Gabe Roberts
Gabe Roberts

Functional Medicine Chiropractor

TBA!

Manny Wellz
Manny Wellz

Up and Coming “Funky” R&B Artist with Music Influenced by his Nigerian Roots

Tyler Smith
Tyler Smith

Survivor, Humboldt Broncos Bus Crash

Kyler Erickson
Kyler Erickson

NCAA College Basketball Player who was Granted 6 Years of Eligibility for Mental Health Conditions; Motivational Speaker

Hazey Eyes
Hazey Eyes

Eclectic Musical Performer & Producer With His Own Fresh New Sound

Natalie Pierre
Natalie Pierre

Former Big-Time College Football Reporter, Now CEO of a Sports Media Agency

Asheton Brown
Asheton Brown

“Smashton” is a Sprinter on the Track for Timex Team and a “Unicorn Ninja”

Todd Blylevan
Todd Blylevan

Sports Technology & Brand Expert • TEDx Speaker- Inspirational Keynote Speaker • Former Pro Athlete & MLB Scout • Mass Shooting Survivor

Sydney Franklin
Sydney Franklin

Musical Artist with a Magical Voice, Just Released Her First EP: Make It Hurt

Tom Hoffarth
Tom Hoffarth

Longtime LA Sports Columnist and Media Critic, Honored by the Associated Press

Luke James Shaffer
Luke James Shaffer

Professional Recording Artist and Creator of the Song: We’re All A Little Crazy

Stephanie Michele
Stephanie Michele

Host of Relatable with Stephanie Michele on YouTube

Sister Jean
Sister Jean

America’s darling during the improbable Loyola-Chicago 2018 Final Four Run

Matthew Cerrone
Matthew Cerrone

Creator, Lead Writer of SNYTV’s Mets Blog

Tofe Evans
Tofe Evans

Endurance Athlete, Motivational Speaker, Advocate, Change Agent

Bob Kravitz
Bob Kravitz

Renowned Sports Columnist, Reporter and TV Personality

Matt Blois
Matt Blois

A videographer who teaches anything golf from equipment to instruction

Darren Rovell
Darren Rovell

Accomplished Sports Business Reporter and Twitter Institution

Derek Hess
Derek Hess

Legendary Artist and Mental Health Advocate

Dr. Bhrett McCabe
Dr. Bhrett McCabe

2X NCAA Champ with LSU Baseball, Clinical & Sports Psychologist

Winston Clements
Winston Clements

TEDx Speaker, Motivational Speaker, Change Agent & Diversity Specialists

Jesse Heffernan
Jesse Heffernan

Web: www.heliosrecovery.com Areas of Focus: Substance Use & Mental Health Recovery Support, Training and Development.

Country of Focus: Global

Amy Louise Nicholas
Amy Louise Nicholas

Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, Schizophrenia, Bipolar

Country of Focus: United Kingdom

Brad Robinson
Brad Robinson

Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health, PTSD, First Responder’s Trauma

Countries of Focus: USA & Canada

Jennifer Hope
Jennifer Hope

Areas of Focus: Borderline Personality Disorder

Countries of Focus: Canada

Blake Kirinovic
Blake Kirinovic

Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health

Countries of Focus: USA

Kayla Shea Wilkerson
Kayla Shea Wilkerson

Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health, Attachment Traumas, Personality Disorders

Countries of Focus: USA & Canada

Jasmin Hall
Jasmin Hall

Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health, Anxiety

Country of Focus: USA

Fatima Umar
Fatima Umar

Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health

Countries of Focus: UK

Lee Chestnut
Lee Chestnut

Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health, PTSD, OCD, Dyslexia

Countries of Focus: Ireland and the United Kingdom

Kimberly Jennison
Kimberly Jennison

Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health, Anxiety, PTSD, Nutrition

Country of Focus: USA

Lisa Sugarman
Lisa Sugarman

Website: lisasugarman.com Mental Health Advocacy Areas: Overall mental health, suicide awareness & prevention, grief & loss

Country of Focus: US but messaging is global

Patty Deters
Patty Deters

Areas of Focus: Mental Health/Weight Loss

Countries of Focus: USA

Emily Unity
Emily Unity

Website: emilyunity.com Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, ADD and/or ADHD, Domestic Violence, LGBTQIA+, CALD

Country of Focus: Australia

Hazel Gale
Hazel Gale

Areas of Focus: Depression, Anxiety

Countries of Focus: UK

Jillian DuBois
Jillian DuBois

Website: www.impartedjoy.com Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health, Depression, Anxiety, Autism ADD and/or ADHD

Country of Focus: USA

Kjell Strengbom
Kjell Strengbom

Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health, Mental trainer/Coach

Country of Focus: Sweden

Pat Lawson
Pat Lawson

Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health

Countries of Focus: Australia

Alexandra Eva-May
Alexandra Eva-May

Areas of Focus: Relationships, Divorce, Overall Wellness

Countries of Focus: USA & Canada

Baylee Jarrett
Baylee Jarrett

Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health, Depression, Anxiety, Nutrition, Autism

Country of Focus: USA

Paul Hill
Paul Hill

Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health

Countries of Focus: UK

Cornell University
Cornell University

Student Program: #DontBearItAlone

Indiana University
Indiana University

Student Program: #Hoosiers

James Madison University
James Madison University

Student Program: #DukesLetsTalk

Providence College
Providence College

Student Program: #NeverAloneInFriarTown

The Ohio State University
The Ohio State University

Student Program: #NeverWalkAlone

Towson University
Towson University

Student Program: #OwnYourRoar

University of Richmond
University of Richmond

Student Program: #asyoUaRe

Washington College, Maryland
Washington College, Maryland

Student Program: #OpenMindGymm

West Chester University, PA
West Chester University, PA

Student Program: #RamsLetsTalk

Our Platforms

Scalable, Actionable Tools for Mental Well-Being

  You can use our science-backed SameHere SCALE to track your mental health trends across a range, and our STARR  Exercise program, a “Gym for the Brain” of evidence-based practices, to act and move to better places on that range.

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By connecting with others around the globe and sharing our experiences, we can help others feel less alone and more empowered to seek support.

Work With Us

Bring #SameHere to Your Group

For years, we have offered customized, practical mental health resources to groups and organizations across the globe. From mental health education to trauma-informed workshops, our offerings are tailored to meet the unique needs of diverse groups. Learn more about our programs, built in partnership with 5 in 5, Inc., that empower organizations like yours to foster cultures where mental health is prioritized and part of everyday dialogue.

It’s so awesome what we’re doing together, helping people in so many different ways and normalizing the conversation. I’m all in. – Dwight Gooden

Our Programs

Customized, Practical Mental Health Resources

Our programs are designed to help individuals recognize, address, and manage struggles in a supportive environment before challenges become crises. 

The #SameHere programs have helped me, a retired member of the military, to understand that there are far more people than I had ever expected who suffer from similar issues and injuries - it’s just that the source/cause of the injuries may be different.

Spc. William Beckenhaupt
Spc. William Beckenhaupt

Veteran

I just wanted to say that because of your programs and with some help from my girlfriend, I have started to see the big picture with all my problems…and I have realized I do need to seek mental health treatment. I just wanted to reach out to say thanks for making these appearances and letting us know that it’s OK to not be OK. Thanks for helping me gather up the courage to seek help.

Patrick Hatton
Patrick Hatton

Bridgestone Arena Employee

Thank you and your celebrity alliance members for the program on mental health awareness and the importance of discussing it. It's true, “We’re All A Little Crazy"!!

Sean Henry
Sean Henry

CEO, President and Alternate Governor of the National Hockey League's Nashville Predators

Thanks again for coming down this past month. People down here are still talking about it daily. You left quite an impact with your whole program!

Adelyn Biedenbach
Adelyn Biedenbach

Senior Director of Communications for the Florida Panthers

Thanks so much for your time with the Clippers yesterday. Your program and your story is truly inspiring and the messages you leave us with are really sinking in.

Derek Anderson
Derek Anderson

Manager, MVP Services, LA Clippers

Thank you so much for speaking to our team at MSG. You are very brave for sharing your story and program. It has no doubt impacted the team and I think it has opened up a path to authentic and open communication.

Sari Brandwine
Sari Brandwine

(Manager, Corporate Hospitality), The Madison Square Garden Company

Thank you for taking the time today to share your program with us. I enjoy hearing others' experiences especially when they are told in a real and human way and I really felt that with yours. What you discussed today really resonates with me and I love the way you discuss mental health and the commonality of the experiences we all are facing. I hope that we as a society can move towards being more open and honest with these experiences and each other. Thank you for what you are doing and for sharing your programs with us.

Vicki Volp
Vicki Volp

(Sr. Manager of Special Events Sales & Operations), Cincinnati Reds

Let me say just how impressed we all were with your program this morning! While all the program leaders over the two days were very good, great in fact, your program was my favorite. I polled three others in our group and, without any solicitation, they too found yours to be the best one of the few days. Your ‘grounded’ way of presenting is so nice to experience, and your message so powerful. I truly wish you all the success possible on your mission to change peoples’ view about mental health.

Kelly Bellefleur
Kelly Bellefleur

Deputy Fire Chief for City of Campbell River in British Colombia, Canada

On behalf of the BC First Responders Mental Health Committee, thank you for the valuable work that you do and for sharing your insight, experience, and knowledge with the first responder community to help with the promotion of positive mental health.

Amenda Kumar
Amenda Kumar

WorkSafeBC

Your organization's insight and the way you all talk about mental health deeply resonates with our first responder community. Your organization is bridging the gap and bringing everyone together from all walks of life under the theme of the #SameHere movement. Your campaign and mantra about “5in5” and mental health on a continuum, effectively normalizes the conversation and compliments our own campaign “Share it don’t wear it”!

Steve Farina
Steve Farina

British Columbia Professional Fire Fighters’ Association

This is what the world needs now more than ever! Your organization is leaving such a beautiful legacy behind, and I can’t wait to see what comes next.

Luisa Mendoza
Luisa Mendoza

(Founder and CEO), GTSE - Global Tourism

Wanted to send you a BIG thank you for presenting for us, it really was such an eye opening and wonderful presentation. It was great to hear your stories and it really is such an important message. The exercises were really great and everyone loved them. We’re getting great feedback from our employees and the kids they work with – one of the girls texted me immediately after and told me she can’t stop smiling now because it took her 16 years to no longer feel alone.

Taylor Conroy
Taylor Conroy

(Social Work Counselor, FCA), Project Independence Suffolk - For Foster Care Youth

I can’t remember a time when that many of our employees were together and that engaged. You have something special going here and it unites people in a magical way. It was one of the best days of the year for us in our offices.

Hunter Lochmann
Hunter Lochmann

(Chief Marketing Officer), Monumental Sports & Entertainment

On behalf of the NYU Winthrop Sports Medicine Team, thank you for presenting at our 5th Annual Sports Medicine Symposium. Your lecture and slides were enlightening and noteworthy. The feedback we have received from members of the audience after the lecture was astonishing. Thank you again for your involvement as it wouldn’t have been possible without you!

Robert Ensmenger
Robert Ensmenger

(Athletic Trainer), NYU Winthrop Hospital

It was so great to see how your story and this theme {of #SameHere} related to everyone going through something, resonated with our diverse group of employees. To have a satellite office in another country join in, and watch on video, as you engaged the group in the room at the same time, it was very rewarding to get employees from all over, to hear this message and be on the same page about this topic.

Sarah Szeflinski
Sarah Szeflinski

(People Operations Director), Smart Design

This program was definitely one of the most valuable and useful resources MSG has provided in my time with the company. Thanks for coordinating.

Chelsea Ghegan
Chelsea Ghegan

(Premium Account Manager, Corporate Hospitality), The Madison Square Garden Company

There are not enough hours in the week for me to have provided 1:1 counseling to all those in attendance {at a #SameHere Global event}. Intervention is always too little, too late compared to prevention…and yet in the several hours that we gathered together, it was clear that people universally felt less alone, more connected, and dare I say it, more “normal” or OK.

Dr. Paul Furtaw PsyD
Dr. Paul Furtaw PsyD

Associate Director of Counseling Services at Drexel University (now with Rowan University)

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