Andrea Paquette is a trailblazer in the field of mental health, having founded a renowned charity dedicated to fostering mental wellness and eliminating stigma. In her powerful and engaging presentation, Andrea emphasizes the transformative impact of living stigma-free. She courageously shares her personal journey of overcoming the challenges of bipolar disorder, offering practical, actionable tips to help others maintain their mental health.
With an open and relatable approach, Andrea invites audiences to engage in a dynamic 10–15 minute Q&A, inspiring meaningful conversations about mental health and hope. Her presentation is a must for anyone looking to create a more compassionate and stigma-free community.
This fireside chat offers a rare and authentic glimpse into the life of someone living with a mental illness. Andrea’s deeply personal and inspiring story is shared with honesty, hope, and a touch of humor, captivating audiences and breaking down stigma in real time. Featuring stunning visuals and Andrea’s dynamic storytelling, this session takes participants on a journey of resilience and understanding.
The highlight? A 30-minute Q&A session where Andrea answers your most pressing and curious questions with warmth and insight. Whether you're looking to learn, connect, or simply be inspired, this interactive experience promises an open, honest, and transformative conversation about mental health. Perfect for anyone curious about stigma, mental wellness, and the power of authentic storytelling.
Andrea Paquette offers tailor-made presentations designed to meet the specific needs of audiences, whether it’s students, educators, healthcare professionals, corporate teams, or community groups. With flexibility in length, focus, and delivery format (in-person or virtual), these programs provide actionable tools and meaningful takeaways.
Elements of Customizable Programs: Inspiring Personal Narrative: Sharing Andrea's journey of living with bipolar disorder to foster connection and hope.
Mental Health Literacy: Educating participants on mental health facts, common disorders, and stigma reduction.
Practical Tools for Wellness: Providing strategies to build resilience, practice self-care and promote mental wellbeing.
Interactive Q&A Sessions: Encouraging open discussions to deepen understanding and engagement.
These customizable sessions ensure that every audience leaves with knowledge and strategies that are directly relevant to their context, helping to build stronger, healthier communities.
Andrea was great – people were so engaged and I am getting so much great feedback from the team. It was so encouraging to see so many people ask great questions. She definitely was incredibly impactful and should be proud of all the folks she touched today!
US Bank
- Jul 22 2022
Andrea was great! People were so engaged and I am getting so much great feedback from the team - there were a little over 700 people on at the peak! It was so encouraging to see so many people ask great questions. She definitely was incredibly impactful and should be proud of all the folks she touched today!
Her easy manner of speaking and demeanor really drew in the audience and held their attention. We feel that we made the perfect choice of speakers for this event! Thank you for your assistance!
US Bank
- Jul 11 2022
We were thrilled with the event. We received many positive comments from others who attended the event. Everyone thought Andrea’s message was very powerful. We were very happy that we exceeded the fundraising goal. Thank you for all of your help in setting up the event. We appreciate it!
Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley
- Nov 03 2020
"With her words of inspiration, coupled with her own moving story of living with bipolar disorder, Andrea serves as a guiding inspiration within the mental health and wellness community. Her incredible determination to help others is an integral force for breaking down stigmas that surround mental well-being.
Andrea captivates audiences with her words. She empowers those around her to stand up and make a difference while teaching the importance of acceptance, understanding and empathy—three of the most important qualities in our world today. One can understand the true nature of her presence, only once they’ve heard the passion in her voice.
I am honoured to have had the opportunity to support Andrea on her journey, and I couldn't be more supportive of her work and her mission."
Co-Founder - WE Charity
- Jun 20 2019
“ Andrea is a dynamic and energetic speaker with an important story to tell. She candidly shares her struggles with bipolar disorder while sharing her journey to break down barriers for other people.
Andrea has become a positive force in social entrepreneurship with her Stigma Free Zone and Stigma Free Society movements. Andrea is a person who believes in dreams, believes in a better world, and is making it happen.”
Olympian, Author & Humanitarian
- Jun 20 2019
Andrea Paquette is the president and cofounder of the Stigma-Free Society, formerly the Bipolar Disorder Society of BC, and she is also known as the Bipolar Babe. A mental health speaker, published author, advocate, and—above all—a Stigma Stomper, Andrea won the 2019 President's Commendation Award from the Canadian Psychiatric Association.
My name is Andrea and I am President and originally founded a Charity – Bipolar Disorder Society in 2010, which led to renaming and co-founding the Stigma-Free Society in 2016.
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