Erin is a Registered Nurse working in the mental health and substance use field. Erin’s experience with depression and anxiety began during her teenage years and has persisted throughout her life. Ultimately, Erin’s experience with mental health has impacted most, if not all, of her life choices, including her career path. Erin is passionate about eliminating mental health-related stigma, creating safe spaces, and making mental health care equitably available for all. She hopes that by sharing her experiences, Erin can advocate for change and make people feel comfortable talking about mental health.