Ep 14: Why Storytelling Matters in Mental Health

May 24, 2025

“Healing takes time, and asking for help is a courageous step.”

Mariska Hargitay

Mental health isn’t always easy to talk about, especially in industries where strength and resilience are part of the culture. That’s why conversations like this matter.

In this episode of Let’s Talk Communication, I had the pleasure of speaking with Alanna Marklund from UA Canada about a recent project we collaborated on, focusing on mental health in the pipeline industry.

A big thank you to Alanna for her insight and to the Pipe Line Contractors Association of Canada (PLCAC) for recognizing that it’s not enough to talk about mental health in general. By addressing topics like anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use disorders, and suicide head-on, this project is helping break down stigma and open the door to real support.