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THE STORY

While attending the University of Florida, Gabrielle Magid discovered that students weren't signing up, although free counseling was available on campus. We're banding together, exchanging ideas and resources worldwide, and supporting one another like never before.

It was then that Stronger Than Stigma® was born. We empower, motivate, and support people struggling with mental illness and those who care about them. We want to inspire people to seek help and establish a discourse that normalizes these issues, making seeking help less daunting. We want to live in a world where asking for help is a strength rather than a weakness.

Our goal is to make this a global truth: asking for help is a sign of strength. Not weakness.

Let's make it happen.

Gabrielle Magid

Meet our Founder & CEO,

Gabrielle Magid

Meet the Team


We are a group of passionate individuals committed to accomplishing our goal. We want everyone to feel supported by Stronger Than Stigma® and we consider ourselves ambassadors to this network. Everyone is a valuable part of this organization, and we are here to make you feel that way. Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions!

Our Board Members

Jamie Armstrong

Jamie Armstrong

Catalina Selvagn

Catalina Selvagn

David Sherman

David Sherman

Kelsey Torgerson

Kelsey Torgerson

Shoshana Engelson

Shoshana Engelson

Jolie Shapiro

Jolie Shapiro

Alexis Thomas, LMHC

*Alexis Thomas, LMHC

*In Memoriam

Our Advisory Council


Pat Hogan, LMHC

Leonard Magid, Esq.

Kevin Monahan

Michelle Pargman, LMHC

Deborah Reid, Esq.

Steve Sherman, CPWA, CRPC

Kent Wenger, MD

Dr. Samata Sharma

Our Staff

Gabrielle Magid

Chief Executive Officer

Amber Korn

Chief Operating Officer