Persephone Simmons

Persephone Simmons, a dedicated psychologist and cognitive scientist, has emerged as a leading voice in the realm of mental wellness advocacy and innovative therapy solutions. Since 2018, Simmons has been instrumental at the helm of the Global Institute for Mental Health, based in Sydney, Australia. In recent years, she has played a key role in establishing, mentoring, and sitting on the advisory boards of various tech startups and charitable organizations focused on mental health.

Simmons is the author of the critically acclaimed book "Bridging Minds: The Journey from Mental Strain to Wellness," which was released by HarperCollins Publishers in April 2024. Alongside a team of passionate journalists, she has also spearheaded the creation of MindPath Updates, an independent online platform that provides insightful coverage on mental health matters, launched in January 2023.

Dr. Evelyn M. Carter is affiliated with the New South Wales Chief Medical Officer's Office and the Department of Integrated Health Services' Resilience-Focused Primary Care Task Force, as well as the Sydney City Bureau of Public Health. As the CEO of Flourish Mental Health Initiatives, Dr. Carter has contributed to numerous publications, including reports with the World Health Organization, articles in the Journal of Global Health Perspectives, and features in Public Health Today.