This week on Talking Head Pain, Joe is joined by Michelle Tracy, an advocate, writer, and migraine patient. On social media, Michelle is very open about her journey with migraine and mental health. She is known for encouraging others to signal their need for support by posting the “Bat Signal,” a visible representation of needing help.

Join Joe and Michelle as they discuss the journey of finding a therapist, signaling for help, and the impact that new treatments have had on Michelle’s wellness.

Among the highlights in this episode:

01:43- Joe starts the episode by asking Michelle what her first migraine was like

03:34- Michelle tells Joe how the negatives of being diagnosed with chronic migraine inspired her to become an advocate

05:05- Joe asks Michelle about the “Bat Signal”, a way to signal to others that  you are in need of support

09:16- As Michelle brings up the topic of therapy, Joe asks her how long it took to find a therapist and modality that worked for her

11:47- Dr. Peter McAllister tells Joe about the positive effects that psychotherapy can have for migraine patients

14:07- Michelle talks about how newer medications have impacted her life

19:43- Michelle shares the experience of getting back onstage to sing with her choir after 15 years away due to migraine

24:25- Michelle shares advice to the migraine community

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Joe Coe, Director, Education and Digital Strategy at GHLF: jcoe@ghlf.org

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