Hi!
Happy May! 🌼 As spring unfolds, it's a great time to revisit the power of open expression—not just for society, but for our mental health. This month, I wrote for Greater Good at UC Berkeley about how free speech supports emotional resilience and well-being. 🧠💬
I’m also excited to share that my newest book, Can I Say That?: Why Free Speech Matters and How to Use It Fearlessly, is now available for pre-order — a special private event awaits early supporters! 😊 If you’ve ever wondered how to express yourself with confidence in a culture that can feel quick to judge, this book is for you. 📘
You’ll also find links below to my latest interviews and features—from national news coverage to articles on high-functioning anxiety and even small talk tips. Thanks for reading, and as always, I’m grateful to stay connected with you! 💚
Warm regards,
Dr. Chloe Carmichael, PhD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
P.S. We’re also continuing our mission to make therapy more accessible 💚. Olivia Parsons, our psychotherapy extern, is still offering weekend sessions as part of our low-fee therapy program, with introductory individual sessions at just $50 and complimentary 15-minute consults.
LATEST ARTICLE
Published in Greater Good (UC Berkeley), this piece explores how open expression supports mental health, resilience, and community connection.
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The Mental Health Benefits of Free Speech
Suppressing freedom of expression can have consequences for us individually and as a society.
What is free speech?
The First Amendment of the United States Constitution says that “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.”
So, by that definition, free speech is the right to express yourself through words, images, and actions without government interference or retaliation. Of course, there are other, extralegal ways to limit free speech—through, for example, retaliation on the job, or straightforward physical threats from neighbors who don’t like what you have to say. (Read the full article here)
RECENT INTERVIEWS
On NTD News with Stefania Cox
I joined Stefania to discuss how self-expression shapes our psychological well-being.
Law & Crime: Baby Hannah Case
I weighed in on the psychological aspects of this tragic case involving a polygamist cult.
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📚 NOW AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER!
Can I Say That?: Why Free Speech Matters and How to Use It Fearlessly
I'm thrilled to share that my newest book is now available for pre-order! 🎉
In this book, I explore how free speech is more than a right—it's a tool for mental wellness. This book offers practical strategies and psychological insights to help you speak up with clarity and confidence, even in a culture where saying the “wrong” thing can feel risky. Whether you're navigating tough topics at work, in relationships, or online, you'll find tools to express yourself authentically while building resilience and connection.
If you pre-order the book, please send me a screenshot of your order confirmation to be included in a special private event I’m planning to thank my earliest readers. Your support truly means the world to me. 💚
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