Local Author Transforms Personal Tragedy into Public Mental Health Resource

 


Fresno-Based Writer Suzanne K. Oliver Launches Book to Help Others Cope with Depression, Anxiety, and Suicide Loss

What began as one mother’s attempt to survive the pain of unimaginable loss has now become a life-saving resource for families nationwide. Fresno resident Suzanne K. Oliver has released her debut book, Right Now! Practical Strategies for Anxiety, Depression, and Suicidal Thinking, a powerful and practical guide for anyone touched by mental illness or suicide.

Written in the wake of her son’s and husband’s suicides, Right Now! Blends science-based strategies with spiritual and emotional wisdom. The book has been praised by educators, mental health professionals, and spiritual leaders as a “beacon of hope” and a “must-have mental wellness manual.”

“If I can prevent even one person from experiencing what I went through, then writing this book will have been worth it,” Oliver said. “But now I want to help thousands.”

Mental Health Crisis Hits Close to Home

California’s Central Valley, like much of the nation, is grappling with rising rates of depression, anxiety, and suicide, especially among teens, veterans, and the elderly. According to recent data, suicide is one of the top five causes of death in Fresno County for people ages 15–34.

Suzanne’s personal story resonates deeply in this context. Her son Josh died by suicide at age 21, despite the family’s efforts to get him professional help. Years later, her husband also took his own life. Left devastated and searching for meaning, Suzanne began collecting research, spiritual insights, and alternative healing techniques, eventually turning her findings into a comprehensive guidebook.

A Fresno Voice with a National Message

While Right Now! Is rooted in Suzanne’s Fresno roots and community experiences, its message transcends geography. The book is now reaching readers across the U.S. who are seeking holistic mental health tools, including:

  • Cognitive therapies and support groups
  • Nutrition, hydration, supplements, and sleep practices
  • Spiritual healing techniques like meditation, prayer, and energy work
  • Crisis intervention resources and suicide prevention training

“This book is not just a story, it is a tool. It belongs on the shelf of every parent, teacher, coach, and pastor in our community,” said one local reader.

Available Now Online and Locally

Right Now! Practical Strategies for Anxiety, Depression, and Suicidal Thinking is now available on Amazon and directly through the author’s website. Suzanne also hosts book talks, grief support workshops, and speaking events in Fresno and throughout California.

About the Author

Suzanne K. Oliver is a certified Science of Mind practitioner, educator, and mental health advocate. She lives in Fresno, CA, and is passionate about helping families transform grief into growth. Her website, SuzanneKOliver.com, offers resources, blog content, and personal coaching.

Book Information

Right Now! Practical Strategies for Anxiety, Depression, and Suicidal Thinking

ISBN: 979-8-9985077-0-0 (Paperback) | 979-8-9985077-1-7 (eBook)

Available at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F3XZNJ82

Media Contact:

Name: Suzanne K. Oliver

Email: sue@suzannekoliver.com

Website: https://suzannekoliver.com

 

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