Carmela Pollock

Carmela Pollock is a devoted wife and mother who actively supports a number of organisations and institutions to provide support to mental health caregivers in Australia. Born in Melbourne Australia, she graduated from Melbourne University with a degree in Social Sciences. She worked as an Information Technology Consultant for over 20 years specialising in project and change management.

Her story as a mental health advocate traverses nearly two decades caring for her husband with depression. Her experiences as a carer, have inspired her to establish ‘A Black Dog About the House’, an initiative that encourages and uplifts carers supporting loved ones through their mental health journey.

Carmela writes with the goal of increasing the reader’s intention to morally appreciate and respect the journey of carers and suffers in mental health, thereby encouraging a changed behavior to eliminate stigma. You can learn more about her work by visiting www.ablackdogaboutthehouse.com.