Atlanta Ultimate Women’s Expo Set to Feature Keynote by Actress Erika Christensen on Drug-Free Mental Health Advocacy

Atlanta Gears Up for the Ultimate Women’s Expo with Erika Christensen as Keynote Speaker

ATLANTA, GA — Excitement is brewing among the locals as the much-anticipated Atlanta Ultimate Women’s Expo is just around the corner. Taking place at the Cobb Galleria Centre, the event promises an engaging weekend on November 2-3. Doors will swing open at 10 a.m. on Saturday and at 11 a.m. on Sunday, welcoming women from all walks of life.

One of the most exciting highlights of the expo is the appearance of actress Erika Christensen. Known for her impressive acting resume which includes working alongside celebrated actors like Scarlett Johansson, Michael Douglas, and Jodie Foster, Christensen has carved a unique niche in Hollywood. Her breakthrough came at the tender age of 17 with the film Traffic, a movie that snagged four Oscars in 2001. Her performance earned her the MTV Movie Award for Best Breakthrough Female Performance and the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast.

Currently, audiences can see her starring as Angela Polaski in the hit TV series Will Trent, a show not only filmed in Atlanta but also set in this vibrant city. The series is now filming its third season, showcasing yet another feather in Christensen’s cap.

Advocating for a Drug-Free Mental Health Lifestyle

On Saturday, starting at 2 p.m., Christensen will take the main stage as a keynote speaker to delve into a topic close to her heart—advocating for a drug-free mental health lifestyle. Drawing from her personal journey, she will share advice on how she improved and maintains her mental health without resorting to prescription medication.

Christensen credits her transformation to the insights from the best-selling book, Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health. Through its teachings, she discovered highly workable, non-drug techniques that helped her conquer anxieties and fears associated with her acting career. She stands as a testament to the possibility of overcoming mental distress without medication—a message that resonates strongly in today’s climate.

Addressing Mental Health Challenges in Georgia

This conversation comes at a pivotal time, as mental health concerns continue to rise among Georgians and globally. The CDC indicates that nearly 1 in 5 young adults sought therapy in 2022—an increase of over 12% compared to 2019. Furthermore, U.S. federal survey data reveals a preference for talk therapy over medication among adults, indicating a significant shift in how mental health is approached.

Closer to home, the U.S. Census Bureau highlights that Georgia reports symptoms of anxiety and depression above the national average in 2023. In this context, Christensen’s message of a drug-free approach to mental health is timely and crucial, providing an alternative path for those looking to better manage their mental well-being.

The expo itself is poised to be an incredible event, blending shopping, speakers, makeovers, and rejuvenation to offer what it promises as ‘the Ultimate Experience for Women.’

As the Atlanta Ultimate Women’s Expo nears, attendees can look forward to gaining valuable insights from Erika Christensen and numerous other speakers, alongside indulging in a wide array of enjoyable activities.