Women deserve better answers about our mental health.

I’m Kristin Sargent, and my goal is to make a meaningful difference in improving women’s mental health.

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I spent 20+ years in national security and defense technology, starting my career as an Army Air Defense Artillery Officer. I was good at figuring out how to connect the dots and get impossible things done for the U.S. government and technology companies supporting it.

Then in 2022, I had my first ever manic episode and spent 9 days in in-patient psychiatric care. It was my first experience navigating our mental health system, and I learned it was not designed for women like me.

I now write, speak, and build on behalf of all women seeking an easier path to stability, happiness, and wellness.

My story

What I'm building

I’m building a business in women’s mental health, with a focus on getting women the right care under the right business model. I’m listening to women, clinicians, and industry insiders, and sharing the insights I learn along the way.

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Writing

I publish The Other Side of Fine on Substack, where women, clinicians, and family members can gain insights from my research into women’s mental health and the system we’re in.

The Other Side of Fine
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Speaking

I deliver keynotes, participate on panels, and join podcasts, highlighting my experience and original research on the realities women face, “getting to the other side of fine.”

Getting to the Other Side of Fine
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Building

I connect with clinicians, investors, insurance insiders, and real world women to ensure the business I’m building will work. Book time on my calendar and let’s build together.

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