Influencers everywhere address everyday issues and bring awareness and advocacy for all things related to mental health. From sharing advice to posting words of motivation and inspiration, mental health influencers on X (formerly Twitter) spread awareness to connect with audiences on serious issues. Here are some top mental health influencers on the platform.
Top mental health influencers sharing their advice and inspiration on X
Beth Frates, MD
Beth is a pioneer in lifestyle medicine who focuses on educating others on the importance of a healthy body, mind and heart. Her professional advice and inspiring words capture the attention of more than 134.2K X followers.
So excited to present to the @harvardmed Lifestyle Medicine Interest Group (LMIG) in person tomorrow at noon on campus. We're using a Taste of Lifestyle Medicine grant for a healthy whole food plant predominant lunch. 50 students signed up. Can't wait. #MedTwitter #sleep pic.twitter.com/SUJ7jOxzAY
— Beth Frates MD (@BethFratesMD) November 5, 2023
Andre Tomlin — The Mental Elf
The Mental Elf was created by an information scientist who has worked in mental health since the late 1990s. Andre’s positive, informative messages are shared with more than 101.9K followers. The popular social media figure addresses everything from recent studies on ADHD to common words of wisdom meant to motivate followers.
Finding balance: managing diabetes and depression with physical activity.
— The Mental Elf (@Mental_Elf) January 19, 2024
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Dr. Jodi Aman
Dr. Jodi has the ultimate mental health platform, which allows her to equip others with practical tools for their body, brains, and spirit. As a psychotherapist, author, podcast host, and spiritual mentor, Dr. Jodi has amassed more than 34.8K followers on X.
Self-Compassion Releases Negative Thoughts and Feelings https://t.co/f92gNIM11S #selfcompassion #heal #mentalhealth
— Doctor Jodi (she/her) (@JodiAman) October 24, 2023
Natasha Tracy
Natasha is an award-winning mental health writer, acclaimed speaker, host, and author of Lost Marbles, which focuses on her experiences with depression and bipolar disorder. Her thoughts are brought to life on social media, where she has more than 31.4K followers on X.
I know that depression can make it feel like you can't do anything, but this isn't true: https://t.co/l9Pqxoqxjy #YouAreNotAlone #MentalHealthAwareness
— Natasha Tracy (@natasha_tracy) January 18, 2024
Patrick J. Kennedy
Patrick is a former congressman from Rhode Island who transformed his career to become the ultimate reference for mental health and addiction. Patrick is an advocate using his voice to shine a light on pressing issues for more than 25.4K followers on X.
Thank you to @victoriagarrick, Dr. Shairi Turner, and Patrick J. Kennedy @PJK4brainhealth for an important conversation on mental health on today’s special edition of @meetthepress.
— Kristen Welker (@kwelkernbc) December 31, 2023
Watch our conversation here: https://t.co/exbsCGxAcA
John Poehler — The Bipolar Battle
As president of Bipolar Battle Inc. and an award-winning blogger, John is an insightful reference for those looking to learn more about mental health. He advocates about issues and educates more than 19.2K followers. John’s feed allows for open discussions with his followers regarding mental health.
— The Bipolar Battle, Inc. (John Poehler) (@BipolarBattle) November 6, 2023
Dr. Alice Boyes
Dr. Alice is the brilliant mind and author behind “Stress-Free Productivity,” which addresses anxiety and features prominently in her social media content for more than 12.5K followers on X. On X, she talks about everything from procrastination and tips to address it to simply learning how to be consistent with yourself.
If youre motivated by data, this article is for you ... https://t.co/DjBBxYiJWg via @PsychToday
— Dr Alice Boyes (@DrAliceBoyes) November 28, 2023
Kevin Frankish
Kevin is the communications specialist at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences. Kevin has personally struggled with depression and takes to X to bring light to others and share his words of wisdom. More than 185.9K followers tune in to his positive messages.
New Podcast episode-"The Morning Man: Waking up Sober" is a very candid conversation with Howard Glassman (Humble Howard of @HumbleFredRadio) & his battle with alcohol addiction. https://t.co/UFDaCC8KnM @HumHow #mentalhealth #addiction @OntarioShores pic.twitter.com/gQ7eAZ39D7
— Kevin Frankish (@KevinFrankish) January 17, 2024
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