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Pedro Diaz is the author of ‘Reclaim Your Power’ and a well known accredited mental health social worker known for his mental health educating at organisations across Australia.

Early life
Diaz was born in a little town in west Germany to two spanish migrants. Diaz's parents were very religious and spiritual. Diaz developed a strong interest in understanding and helping people quite early on in his life. Although today Diaz does not follow any religious affiliation, the love of people and their essence remains. Having experienced bi polar and depression himself for over 10 years and having fully recovered, Diaz now dedicates his life to people development in both personal and therapeutic capacities.

Career
Diaz has worked in a major insurance company as a psychological injury expert, as well as in community mental health services as a senior manager, where he is known for his expertise in change management, and the development of Recovery Oriented programs and workforces. Having experienced mental illness (bipolar disorder) himself and having recovered, Diaz understands first hand the challenges of returning to work after a mental illness. Diaz delivers mental health education to organisations across Australia including Optus, Electrolux, American Express, Cooper Grace Ward Lawyers and the Australian Department of Defence.