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Mark Henick is a bestselling author, broadcaster, and mental health advocate. His memoir, So-Called Normal: A Memoir of Family, Depression and Resilience, was praised by Rosie O'Donnell as "beautifully written, heartbreaking, and full of hope." As Senior Writer at CBC News Network and former nationally syndicated mental health columnist for CBC Radio, Mark performed nearly 1,200 interviews across Canada. Former CEO of CMHA Ontario, his work has appeared in CNN, CNBC, USA Today, the Chicago Tribune, and The Globe and Mail. His TEDx talk reached millions worldwide. PEOPLE Magazine called him "one of Canada's most prominent mental health advocates."

Mark Henick is a bestselling author, broadcaster, and mental health advocate whose work bridges personal narrative, clinical expertise, and systemic analysis. PEOPLE Magazine called him "one of Canada's most prominent mental health advocates." At 15, Mark survived a suicide attempt on a bridge in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, an experience that became the foundation for his life's work.

Mark currently serves as Senior Writer for CBC News Network. From 2023 to 2024, he was CBC Radio's nationally syndicated mental health columnist, performing nearly 1,200 interviews across every market in Canada. His memoir, So-Called Normal: A Memoir of Family, Depression and Resilience, was praised by Rosie O'Donnell as "beautifully written, heartbreaking, and full of hope."

Over two decades, Mark has worked as a clinician, researcher, and organizational leader, serving as CEO of the Canadian Mental Health Association in Ontario. His bylines include CNN, CNBC, USA Today, the Chicago Tribune, and The Globe and Mail. He has appeared on ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CBC, CTV, and Global News, making hundreds of media appearances over 20 years.

Mark's TEDx talk was among the most watched in the world, reaching millions of viewers. He holds an M.Sc. and B.A. (Hon.) and lives in Toronto.