EMJ Podcast | Deep Dive
In this special World Mental Health Day episode, Jonathan Sackier speaks with Debi Roberts about breaking down barriers to mental health conversations and creating practical pathways for suicide prevention. From developing the Safe Plan and Prescription Safe Plan to applying the Theory of Constraints in mental health systems, Debi brings clarity and compassion to one of society’s most complex challenges. Together, they explore how education, storytelling, and community collaboration can empower individuals to act, connect, and care.
Debi Roberts is Founder of Debi Roberts Wellbeing and Education and Past CEO of The One Life Lost is Enough (OLLIE) Foundation, a UK-based charity dedicated to suicide prevention and emotional well-being. With a background in education and health, she has pioneered initiatives like the Safe Plan, Prescription Safe Plan, and The Empathy Project, blending practical psychology with community action. Debi’s work applies innovative frameworks such as the Theory of Constraints to mental health systems, improving communication and support across healthcare. A passionate educator and advocate, she continues to train professionals and young people across the UK to build resilience, empathy, and connection.
