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Cat Miller was an established finance executive. After earning an MBA from Harvard, she built a successful career as an investment banker and investor, living a life filled with adventure and success. But everything changed when pregnancy and an undiagnosed chronic illness triggered a depression. Years of struggling with her mental health followed, ultimately leading her to become a passionate advocate for the wellbeing of women and teens, committed to ensuring others don’t face the same battles alone. 
 
More specifically, motherhood brought unexpected challenges in 2008. As Cat cared for her newborn daughter, she found herself mentally and physically exhausted. Her once-sharp mind, used to tackling complex business problems, struggled with even simple tasks. “I used to write in-depth analyses, but suddenly I couldn’t follow a recipe,” she recalls.

After two years of feeling trapped in a fog, Cat was diagnosed with celiac disease in 2010. Although part of her was relieved to have an answer, her symptoms – fatigue and emotional detachment – didn’t improve. “There were times I felt no pain or disappointment at the thought of not waking up,” she admits. “I wasn’t the mother, wife or friend I wanted to be. I was so angry and devastated to finally admit I was depressed.” 
 
As her daughter grew older and struggled with her own mental health, Cat blamed herself. She wanted to be the same kind of supportive mother her own mom had been to her, but her depression had left her feeling like an imperfect parent. 
 
When her daughter began taking medication for anxiety and showed immediate improvement, Cat realized that mental health support could work. “If medication can help her, maybe it can help me,” she thought. Through antidepressants, exercise, improved gut health, spending time outdoors and connecting with others, Cat’s mental health significantly improved. “I remember moments thinking to myself, ‘Wow, THIS is joy!’” she recalls. 
 
By 2023, Cat had gained a deeper understanding of how life transitions impact mental well-being. The shift from her high-powered finance career to being a stay-at-home mom had been abrupt, and she realized many women struggle with similar changes, often compounded by hormonal shifts. 
 
This journey deepened her awareness of the stigma surrounding mental health, especially for women. Now, Cat is determined to break that stigma, empowering women and girls to seek help without shame. Through her own experiences, she’s turned her pain into purpose, creating a supportive community where open conversations help women and teens heal and thrive.