Through her inspiring story of overcoming and passion for life, Lee Horbachewski has attracted over 68,000 followers on Facebook coupled with her popular blog.
Lee knows firsthand the fear, isolation and desperation that characterizes the illness that affects over 350 million people worldwide. In 2004, at the age of 33, Lee's desperate battle with depression and anxiety came to a head when she made three attempts to end her life. She courageously exposes the truth
of her torturous journey in the inspiring and compelling tell-all, A Quiet Strong Voice.
Her advocacy and willingness to openly share her story has resulted in thousands
of people opening up about their own struggles and finding the hope and courage
they need to keep going through the darkness. Lee lives with her husband and
two daugters in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
Join her strong quiet voice of hope and mission to inspire millions of people
across the globe who are facing depression to know they are loved
and not alone.
Lee has delivered her message of courage, hope and inspiration as a speaker to thousands of people. Although not currently practicing, Lee is a certified professional coach through Erickson College International. Through her personal experience and many of the people she has worked with, she believes the number one step in starting the healing journey through depression, is to feel heard, loved, and accepted -- beginning with self. She is a quiet strong voice of hope, inspiration, and authenticity for millions of people impacted by mental illness.
Recognition
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Lee has been recognized for her quiet strong voice of advocacy by many diverse organizations:
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Pysch Central Mental Health Hero May 2012
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Spokesperson for the Kids Help Phone "WalkSo Kids Can Talk" fundraising event in Calgary, 2012
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Nominees Choice Winner for FIERCE Awards - November 2011 & 2012
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Finalist in the "Faces of Mental Illness" campaign
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Finalist in "Fabulous Mother of the Year Award" 2011
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Featured as one of the Top 5 Mompreneurs in Canada in Mompreneur Magazine 2009, for the category of "Giving Back".
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In 2010, Lee became a Spokesperson for Distress Centre Calgary and presented at the 40th Anniversary AGM Celebration.
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Featured in the City of Calgary - Family and Community Social Services advocacy video in October 2010.
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Featured on Global TV, CTV, ET Canada, Metro News, Calgary Herald, Virgin Radio and 660 News
Recent Book Interview
Book Lee for your next inspirational,
educational or community event.
Lee's raw and real approach coupled with her humorous narratives will engage your audience with a lasting message of hope and leave them with resources to support even the toughest of situations.
Her most requested keynote topics are:
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Breaking Through Depression with Love
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Finding Peace with Depression
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Supporting a Loved One with Depression
Lee is the quintessential, uplifting interview guest for community, national or international media. Equipped with a depth of personal and professional experience combined with her candid, caring and charismatic persona, Lee will capture your viewers and advocates alike - providing them with powerful tools for communication, support and dealing with crisis.
Lee has been featured on Global TV, CTV, ET Canada, Metro News, Calgary Herald, Virgin Radio. Most recently 660 News Calgary.
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Post-Award Inspiration
Book Trailer
"A Quiet Strong Voice is a deeply personal and engaging story; it is a toolbox of practical and helpful tools, and it is a reservoir of peace and inspiration. Lee Horbachewski describes in delicious detail the tools and strategies she used to move down the healing path of denial, awareness, acceptance, and action. She pours her soul into the pages. Her insights dazzle and her compassion soothes."
Gemma Stone
Registered Psychologist, Author, TedX Talk Speaker
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