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008 Conversations with Peer Artists; Mental Health and Creativity

008 Conversations with Peer Artists; Mental Health and Creativity

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TW: self-harm; institutionalization; suicidal ideation; suicide attempt; abuse; substance use

In the third episode of our conversation on art and recovery, Our Voice of Maine welcomes peer artists Bob Bergeron, Ant, and Hope Becker. Each shares their unique mental health journey and how art has supported their healing and connection to others. These chats highlight the transformative role creativity plays in surviving, expressing, and thriving.

Interview Recorded: July 2025

LINKS/RESOURCES

The Pirate Ship- Bob Bergeron Comics
The Pirate Ship Facebook Page

Maine Arts Academy

Artists’ Rapid Response Team


Disclaimer: The Consumer Council System of Maine (CCSM) is an independent public instrumentality and provides a nonpartisan or nonbiased perspective on any topic we speak on. Our goal is to represent the voice of people with lived experience with mental health challenges in public policy and legislative matters.

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