Dr. Andrea Vassilev is a psychotherapist based in California, an academic, a speaker, an author, and an award-winning mental health advocate who specializes in bipolar disorder. She also has almost 30 year’s experience living with the condition herself. With her combination of clinical expertise and lived experience, Dr. Vassilev brings a special perspective to both her vast professional and advocacy work. You can learn more about Dr. Vassilev at www.andreavassilev.com and keep up with her on Instagram at @best.life.bipolar. Dr. Vassilev is the author of the book “Beyond the Bipolar Label: A Workbook to Overcome Self-Stigma, Break Free from Shame, and Live Authentically.”