Change The Conversation
Join the #Movement
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.
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.
- Mental Health Education
- Global #SameHere Alliances
- Create Community Programs
- Physicians & Practitioners
- #SameHere Scale Tracking
- STARR - Gym For the Brain
- Conference Events
- Celebrity Speakers
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
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
Naismith College Player of the Year Finalist, Selected 9th Overall in the 1st Round of the 2003 NBA Draft by the Knicks
Tracy Murray
1995 NBA Champion, Played for 7 NBA Teams Over His Career
Earnie Shavers
Pro Boxer, Known As The Hardest Puncher of All-Time, 98.1% of Wins by Knockout
Greg Auerbach
Professional Artist, Work Featured from LA to India
Mercedes De La Cruz
Canadian Actor in more than a Dozen Television Shows/ Independent Films, Model and Energy Healer
Rick Peterson
MLB Pitching Coach Who Coached 3 Future Hall of Famers, Best Selling Author
Jimmy Conrad
MLS Defender of the Year, Men’s US National Team in Soccer
Marcus Ogden
Former NFL offensive tackle and center turned motivational speaker
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
Professional Boxer, 28-3 Record (24 Wins by KO)
Keith Bulluck
NFL Pro Bowler, 3-time All-Pro, Hall of Fame Nominee
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
Pro Rugby Player, Represented Australia in International Competition, ESPN Rugby Analyst
Brian Scalabrine
NBA Champion in 2008, Played 12 Seasons for 3 Teams, Current Celtics TV Analyst
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
Pro and International Soccer Goaltending Legend and Voice of the New York Red Bulls
Takeru Kobayashi
World Record Holder in Multiple Competitive Eating Categories
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
Broadway Performer and Dancer, Phantom of the Opera
Leah Miller
Integrative Psychotherapist
Arizona
Noshene Ranjbar
Integrative Psychiatrist
Arizona
Rajan Grewal
Integrative Psychiatrist
Arizona
Sutapa Dube
Integrative Psychiatrist
Arizona
Dianna Esmaeilpour
Integrative Psychiatrist
Arkansas
Carolyn Ross
Integrative Medicine Physician
California
Jennifer Roberts
Integrative Psychiatrist
California
Margarita Holsten
Integrative Psychiatrist
California
Michael Broukhim
Integrative Psychiatrist
California
Omid Naim
Integrative Psychiatrist
California
Brooke Ewert
Integrative Psychotherapist
Colorado
Chanel Heermann
Integrative Psychiatrist
Colorado
Keith Kurlander
Integrative Psychotherapist
Colorado
Will Van Derveer
Integrative Psychiatrist
Colorado
Andrew Pleener
Integrative Psychiatrist
Florida
Catrina Luca
Integrative Psychiatrist
Florida
Deana Goldin
Integrative Psych Nurse Practitioner
Florida
Deborah Simkin
Integrative Psychiatrist
Florida
Keith Goldin
Integrative Psychotherapist
Florida
Barry Reiman
Integrative Psychologist
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Aimie Apigian
Functional Medicine Physician
California
Crystal Whisler
Functional Medicine Chiropractor
California
Minh Tran
Functional Medicine/ Neurology Chiropractor
California
Christina Bjorndal
Functional Medicine Naturopath
Canada
David Hardy
Functional Medicine & Neurology Chiropractor
Canada
Jennifer Stagg
Functional Medicine Naturopath
Connecticut
Debbie Hutchinson
Functional Medicine Nutritionist
Florida
Jonathan Chung
Functional Medicine Chiropractor
Florida
Michael Gruttadauria
Functional Medicine/Neurology Chiropractor
Huntington, New York
Albert Mensah
Functional Medicine Physician
Illinois
Monique Levesque-Hartle
Functional Medicine Chiropractor
Indiana
Janelle Mackowiak
Functional Medicine Naturopath
Michigan
Dan Cardellichio
Functional Medicine Chiropractor
New Jersey
Vinny Tagliaferro
Functional Medicine Chiropractor
New Jersey
Bobbi Kline
Functional Medicine Physician
New Mexico
Joshua Rosenthal
Functional Medicine Physician
New York
Miriam Rahav
Functional Medicine Physician
New York
Sarah Lobisco
Functional Medicine Naturopath
New York
Michael Trayford
Functional Medicine/Neurology Chiropractor
North Carolina
Gabe Roberts
Functional Medicine Chiropractor
TBA!
Manny Wellz
Up and Coming “Funky” R&B Artist with Music Influenced by his Nigerian Roots
Tyler Smith
Survivor, Humboldt Broncos Bus Crash
Kyler Erickson
NCAA College Basketball Player who was Granted 6 Years of Eligibility for Mental Health Conditions; Motivational Speaker
Hazey Eyes
Eclectic Musical Performer & Producer With His Own Fresh New Sound
Natalie Pierre
Former Big-Time College Football Reporter, Now CEO of a Sports Media Agency
Asheton Brown
“Smashton” is a Sprinter on the Track for Timex Team and a “Unicorn Ninja”
Todd Blylevan
Sports Technology & Brand Expert • TEDx Speaker- Inspirational Keynote Speaker • Former Pro Athlete & MLB Scout • Mass Shooting Survivor
Sydney Franklin
Musical Artist with a Magical Voice, Just Released Her First EP: Make It Hurt
Tom Hoffarth
Longtime LA Sports Columnist and Media Critic, Honored by the Associated Press
Luke James Shaffer
Professional Recording Artist and Creator of the Song: We’re All A Little Crazy
Stephanie Michele
Host of Relatable with Stephanie Michele on YouTube
Sister Jean
America’s darling during the improbable Loyola-Chicago 2018 Final Four Run
Matthew Cerrone
Creator, Lead Writer of SNYTV’s Mets Blog
Tofe Evans
Endurance Athlete, Motivational Speaker, Advocate, Change Agent
Bob Kravitz
Renowned Sports Columnist, Reporter and TV Personality
Matt Blois
A videographer who teaches anything golf from equipment to instruction
Darren Rovell
Accomplished Sports Business Reporter and Twitter Institution
Derek Hess
Legendary Artist and Mental Health Advocate
Dr. Bhrett McCabe
2X NCAA Champ with LSU Baseball, Clinical & Sports Psychologist
Winston Clements
TEDx Speaker, Motivational Speaker, Change Agent & Diversity Specialists
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
Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, Schizophrenia, Bipolar
Country of Focus: United Kingdom
Brad Robinson
Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health, PTSD, First Responder’s Trauma
Countries of Focus: USA & Canada
Jennifer Hope
Areas of Focus: Borderline Personality Disorder
Countries of Focus: Canada
Blake Kirinovic
Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health
Countries of Focus: USA
Kayla Shea Wilkerson
Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health, Attachment Traumas, Personality Disorders
Countries of Focus: USA & Canada
Jasmin Hall
Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health, Anxiety
Country of Focus: USA
Fatima Umar
Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health
Countries of Focus: UK
Lee Chestnut
Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health, PTSD, OCD, Dyslexia
Countries of Focus: Ireland and the United Kingdom
Kimberly Jennison
Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health, Anxiety, PTSD, Nutrition
Country of Focus: USA
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
Areas of Focus: Mental Health/Weight Loss
Countries of Focus: USA
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
Areas of Focus: Depression, Anxiety
Countries of Focus: UK
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
Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health, Mental trainer/Coach
Country of Focus: Sweden
Pat Lawson
Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health
Countries of Focus: Australia
Alexandra Eva-May
Areas of Focus: Relationships, Divorce, Overall Wellness
Countries of Focus: USA & Canada
Baylee Jarrett
Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health, Depression, Anxiety, Nutrition, Autism
Country of Focus: USA
Paul Hill
Areas of Focus: Overall Mental Health
Countries of Focus: UK
Cornell University
Student Program: #DontBearItAlone
Indiana University
Student Program: #Hoosiers
James Madison University
Student Program: #DukesLetsTalk
Providence College
Student Program: #NeverAloneInFriarTown
The Ohio State University
Student Program: #NeverWalkAlone
Towson University
Student Program: #OwnYourRoar
University of Richmond
Student Program: #asyoUaRe
Washington College, Maryland
Student Program: #OpenMindGymm
West Chester University, PA
Student Program: #RamsLetsTalk
Share Your Story
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.
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.
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"!!
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!
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.
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.
(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.
(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.
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.
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”!
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.
(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.
(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.
(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!
(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.
(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.
(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.
Associate Director of Counseling Services at Drexel University (now with Rowan University)
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