"Supporting Bipolar Individuals In Times of Need to Thrive and Rebuild Their Lives"
We support bipolar people that are unemployed and do not have private disability insurance so that they have the right support to get back on track and thrive.
Our Services
Financial Support
Recovery Coaching
Financial Planning Coaching
Transformational Coaching
Fitness Coaching
Executive Coaching
Prevention and Awareness
Career Transitioning Coaching
Mindset Coaching
Relationships Coaching
Nutrition Coaching
Mindfulness / Spiritual Coaching
Our Why
Losing a job can be devastating for any person. Bipolar people often find themselves struggling to find stability and hold on to their jobs. This often happens because they are not used to their new medications or they are still adjusting to their condition. However, this does not mean that their essence is lost.
Bipolar people can be very intelligent and creative, energetic, empathetic… a lot to be proud of. Brilliant Bipolar is an organization that sees bipolar people for who they are and perceive their potential.
Some people have private disability policies in place that protect them when they are convalescent, but what about the rest? When you lose a job, not only you lose income, but it is also a blow to your self-esteem. And having financial pressure can also affect relationships.
The idea behind Brilliant Bipolar is to provide financial support to bipolar people while they are independent so that they do not enter into financial distress. We also want to focus on prevention and awareness campaigns and provide extraordinary support through a comprehensive network of coaches.
On top of the financial support, our aspiration is to create social awareness and develop tools that could help identify people who may have an underlying condition and therefore be able to prevent manic episodes before they actually occur for the first time, through education and also working closely to the HR departments of companies and employee wellness management organizations that work with corporates.
Individuals that are enrolled in Brilliant Bipolar will also have access to Recovery and Addiction Recovery Coaches, Career Transitioning Coaches, Financial Planning Coaches, Mindset Coaches, Transformational Coaches, Relationship Coaches, Fitness and Nutrition Coaches, High Performance Coaches and Mindfulness/Spiritual Coaches.
Our goal is that while bipolar people are unemployed, on top of receiving psychiatric treatment and psychotherapy through the usual channels, there is a whole array of services available for them to prepare them for the next stage of their lives so they are not only mentally ready, but in all aspects.
Access to Coaches
Because Brilliant Bipolars can reinvent themselves, thrive and make an impact in the world!
Our mission is to empower unemployed bipolar individuals lacking private disability insurance by providing comprehensive support, from financial assistance to holistic coaching. We aim to bridge the gap to stability, fostering resilience, creativity, and wellness, ensuring every person we serve has the foundation to thrive and reclaim their place in the workforce.
Our vision is a world where bipolar individuals are recognized not by their challenges but by their potential. We strive to be a beacon of hope and a catalyst for change, breaking down barriers to employment and societal integration. By championing awareness, prevention, and personalized growth, we envision a future where every bipolar individual can achieve their dreams and make a meaningful impact.
Empowerment
We believe in empowering our clients through education, coaching, and financial support, enabling them to navigate their journey with confidence and self-assurance.
Innovation
We commit to innovative solutions in mental health awareness, prevention strategies, and coaching methodologies to stay at the forefront of support for bipolar individuals.
Integrity
Our organization operates with the highest level of integrity, ensuring transparency, accountability, and ethical practices in all our actions.
Compassion
At the heart of our work lies a deep empathy for the individuals we serve, understanding the complex challenges they face and providing a supportive, non-judgmental environment
Brilliant Bipolar was founded in 2024 by Nacho Ruiz Hens. Here is an explanation of the reasons why he created Brilliant Bipolar, in his own words:
When I was diagnosed with bipolar, my world was shattered. I was hospitalized twice in a mental hospital for almost two months, in total. I refused medication at one point and was not in control. I was fired from two jobs and had 4 different jobs in 5 years.
The first time I was diagnosed, I was advised by the doctors that I should look for a less stressful job. 2 months later, I was fired for the first time. As a high-performer, that was a huge blow to my self-esteem. I thought I would never be able to work again, to perform again in any job, or to support my family. ´I am broken. My mind is broken´, I kept repeating to myself. Fast forward a few months, when I was discharged from the mental hospital the second time, I found out that I had lost my job when I noticed that my picture and bio had been removed from the website. I spiraled into a long depression, I avoided all contact with the outside world and spent a whole year lying on the couch and completely isolated myself.
Luckily for me, while I was on disability, I had private disability insurance that allowed my family to keep going. Some people, and probably most people, are not as lucky.
After 15 years of marriage, my wife and I decided to split up, and to top it all, I had strong unhelpful thought patterns that could have ended my pain. I felt helpless, hopeless and couldn’t stop feeling sorry for myself.
There is nothing special about my story.
A lot of bipolar people face the same struggles with work, finances and relationships. Luckily for me, I broke myself out of social isolation when I went on my annual vacation to visit my family in Spain in 2023. It was there that I reconnected with my passion and started the journey to my new life and acceptance of my diagnosis.
Now my life is very different. I have a job, I am making plans, I am motivated, energized, enjoying the present, and looking forward to the future. I want to help others to embrace, accept and thrive in their lives, with a bipolar diagnosis.
I want to make sure that people have all the support they need when they need it the most.
Meet The Team
NACHO RUIZ HENS
President
TEDx Speaker and Social Entrepreneur. After a successful 15-year career as a renewable energy investor, managing over $2Bn across 2GW in the Americas, Nacho was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2020, facing a 3-year clinical depression. Overcoming this, he completed a neuroscience-based peak performance program.
In April 2024, Nacho delivered a TEDx talk on bipolar disorder and now dedicates himself to helping others ignite and elevate their lives through his own transformational journey.
SONIA ZIADI TRIVES
Chief Global Strategy and Project Implementation Officer
Sonia is a serial entrepreneur, generalist, and 'fixer,' recognized for her ability to fill in the gaps and build impactful initiatives from the ground up. With lived experience of bipolar disorder, she is deeply committed to mental health advocacy, both personally and professionally. Her background spans industries from film and music to social impact and intercultural consulting, providing a unique, holistic approach to problem-solving. In her role at Brilliant Bipolars, Sonia will contribute to leading global strategy and project implementation, driving initiatives to empower those with bipolar disorder and expanding the nonprofit’s reach and global awareness.
CARA LACHANCE
Wellness and Mental Health Strategy Leader
Cara Lachance is a seasoned
Corporate Wellness Expert with a background as a Nurse Clinician and Registered Nurse
. With extensive experience in corporate wellness consulting, Cara specializes in designing and implementing health and wellness programs that foster employee well-being and productivity. Her clinical expertise, combined with her passion for preventative health, enables her to deliver innovative wellness strategies that create healthier work environments and promote long-term employee engagement and vitality.
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