Back from the Abyss: Psychiatry in Stories | Psychotherapy, Trauma, and Psychedelics

Ellie grew up in small town Montana and found a highly effective way to cope with the terrible pain of adolescence, family chaos, and depression. Unfortunately, her eating disorder took on a life of its own and almost destroyed her. This is her hero's journey, not of "recovery" per se, but rather of courage, grit, and fierce intention to construct a new self, and ultimately, find a...

In this very first episode of BFTA we explore one of the most frightening parts of the abyss, coming face to face with the desperate need to die. Elizabeth woke up five days after her near fatal suicide attempt and found herself with another chance--  this is her story of finding a new way to live and be in this world. Helpful websites on: Bipolar disorder https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/bi...