In this inspiring and thought-provoking episode of The Hanley Effect, hosts Dr. John Dyben and Dr. Rachel Docekal sit down with award-winning mental health advocate, stand-up comic, and counselor David Granirer. David is the founder of Stand Up for Mental Health. This groundbreaking program teaches stand-up comedy to individuals living with mental health conditions—empowering them to find healing through humor.

A champion for destigmatizing mental illness, David shares his personal journey living with bipolar disorder, his early struggles with undiagnosed depression, and how a brave step into comedy changed everything. From performing onstage to helping others rewrite their narratives with laughter, David’s work has reached thousands worldwide.

Topics Covered

• David’s personal experience with mental health and recovery
• How  ...