Carol Kivler

Carol Kivler is a nationally recognized mental health speaker, author, and passionate advocate for mental health based in Trenton, New Jersey.2 She is the founder of Courageous Recovery, a non-profit organization established in July 2014 with the mission to promote mental wellness by advancing education, advocating nationally, and eliminating stigma surrounding mental illness.12

Professional Background

Carol is also the founder and president of Kivler Communications, a company she established in 1994 that provides customized corporate training, development, and international executive coaching.2 She holds a BS in Business Education from The College of New Jersey and an MS in Human Resource Education from Fordham University.2

Personal Experience and Advocacy

Carol's advocacy is deeply rooted in her personal experience. She is a survivor of four major bouts of medication-resistant depression.1 Her recovery journey, which included successful treatment with Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT), has been a driving force in her work.1 For the past 18 years, Carol has been living in sustained wellness, demonstrating that recovery from mental illness is not just possible, but probable.1

Accomplishments

As a speaker and author, Carol has:

• Conducted over 2,500 programs as a corporate trainer and speaker2
• Authored three best-selling books on depression and mental health issues1
• Received numerous awards for her advocacy and writing, including the Garden State Seeds of Hope Award and multiple finalist recognitions in book awards2

Carol Kivler's work focuses on challenging myths around mental illness, sharing strategies for maintaining mental wellness, and inspiring hope among those affected by mental health issues.12