Margaret Bertram grew up in several small towns in central
Illinois where everyone knew each other's business. She became a master
at projecting confidence, maturity, and success while hiding her thoughts and
feelings inside. Margaret's perfectionism and anxiety struggles began in
high school and continued through college where she struggled with shame
associated with discovering her lesbian identity, major depression, obsessive
compulsive disorder, and anorexia nervosa. Since her recovery, Margaret
has navigated a path toward a more positive, integrated, and balanced
life. She is a powerful speaker who engages audiences with her sincerity,
humor, and remarkable intellect. Margaret is currently Assistant Director
of Residence Life at Bard College in New York.
Sean O'Callahan from Active Minds at The Ohio State University says:
"Active
Minds has given me a voice and provided opportunities to develop skills
essential to be a leader in our generation. I encourage you to commit to
Active Minds and be part of something incredible as we work to change the conversation
about mental health."