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We are here to provide evidence-based resources, expert guidance and a community of support to help you gain control of your well-being. Together we will fight the stigma surrounding mental health.

The power of story: “This is what healing looks like.”

To further support your journey to well-being, we’ve created a short documentary. It’s a collection of personal stories, information and expert insights on everything from anxiety to gut health and the impact of sleep. It’s a reminder that you are not alone and healing is possible. If you know someone who might benefit from watching it, please share!

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Janey Brown
How Teen Girls Can Build Emotional Strength & Set Boundaries

Janey Brown shares practical tips for teen girls to build emotional strength and establish healthy boundaries.

Mental
Emotional
boundaries
social media
self-esteem
lifestyle
community
Janey Brown
From Past to Present: Healing Depression Your Way

Healing from depression is personal Janey Brown shares ways to create a treatment plan that fits your individual needs.

Physical
Mental
Emotional
treatment
therapy
movement
music
mindset
Dr. Brenda Chau
The Pressure to Look Perfect | Body Image & Mental Health

Dr. Brenda Chau explores how the pressure to look perfect, especially online, can take a real toll on mental health, and what we can do about it.

Mental
Physical
Emotional
body image
self-image
social media
mental health
Andie Kalifer
Why Vitamin D Matters | Sunshine & Your Health

Andie Kalifer explains how vitamin D supports your mood, hormones, and overall health�and why getting outside really matters.

Physical
Mental
nature
wellness
Janey Brown
Resilience in the Dark | Finding Light Within

Janey Brown explores how true healing begins at the root offering tools to move beyond surface symptoms and into lasting change.

Mental
Emotional
resilience
hope
self-worth
Cat Miller
Emotional Blunting | How It Disconnects You from Life

Cat Miller explains emotional blunting and how it can create a disconnect from your feelings and life.

Emotional
emotions
blocks
brain
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ThisWayUp is led by a distinguished team of experts across multiple disciplines.

They bring deep experience, proven strategies and evidence-based insights to guide our work.

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Dr. Leysa Cerswell
Nina Purewal
Dr. Brenda Chau
Janey Brown

We're dedicated to closing the critical gaps in mental health support for women and teens.

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Meet founder Cat Miller

Motherhood and an undiagnosed illness sent Cat Miller into depression that transformed her life. After years of struggle, she found healing through medication, lifestyle changes and self-discovery – only to be faced with her daughter’s mental health challenges. Now, Cat is dedicated to breaking the stigma around women's and teens mental health, fostering open conversations and support. Drawing from her own journey, she empowers others to prioritize their well-being with knowledge and care.

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