Leo Terry III. Health & Wellness Peer Supporter
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Hi! My name is Leo. I have been diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder 1 for over 17 years, with therapy being a part of treatment for six of those. In 2020, after over a decade without help I had to be hospitalized again (the first time in 2008). It was then that I realized that professional help and support was absolutely necessary. For a decade, I attempted to navigate this disorder with no help or guidance which I learned was not effective. I began to seek the help of a psychiatrist and found one within my county. Since the secondary hospitalization I have been very active in my recovery. I first focused on being med-compliant and followed my psychiatrist’s suggestions very closely. I began therapy after a while and have made leaps and bounds in my recovery since. I also joined NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) and have taken several courses and attended community workshops with them.I have learned a lot from this experience and hope to help those who may be lost in their recovery. I have reached a point where I believe I am ready to work and help those who may be lost in their journey; I can be a guide to them now. I am excited for this journey and phase of my life.
What can members expect to take away from sessions with you?
From the onset, members can expect a warm welcome and understanding voice to their journey from someone who has Lived Experience. Members can also expect a compassionate, empathetic and optimistic voice to their trials. I will utilize my experience and education to foster a safe space, meeting by meeting, to create the best case scenario which meets their goals with those who choose me. I also believe in the value of community; there are many aspects to a successful recovery, and my help along with that of a therapist and psychiatrist would prove beneficial.
Explain to members what areas you feel are your biggest strengths?
My biggest strengths are optimism, perseverance and deductive reasoning. These character traits have allowed me to make the progress that I have made with my own mental health. There were dark days, weeks, and months during my recovery and only through remaining optimistic was I continually able to take the step directly in front of me to reach a satisfactory level of progress. My perseverance can be apparent by my ability to continue to try new skills and tactics during my down days. I never quit, even when it felt like it may be the easiest answer to my situation. Lastly, from my learned experiences I’ve been able to produce positive results by navigating and making positive choices in habits, developing useful skills and ways of being. This skill comes with experience and will continue to grow with more immersion through helping people and my own personal participation in my recovery.
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