About Us.
Support that goes beyond blood sugars—because mental health matters.
About the Founder
Laura Pavlakovich was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at age five and spent most of her life pushing through the burnout without even realizing that’s what it was.
She kept showing up, managing the highs and lows, doing what she was supposed to do. But underneath it all was exhaustion. The kind that builds quietly over time. The kind that no one talks about.
For years, she thought she just had to be stronger. Try harder. But what she really needed was connection.
You're Just My Type was born from that realization. That maybe the thing we’re all missing isn’t more discipline or more data. Maybe it’s each other.
Laura created this space so no one else has to carry the emotional weight of diabetes alone. Through honest conversations, mental health–focused events, and a growing community of people who truly get it, she’s helping to shift the culture of what living with Type 1 actually looks like—and feels like.
Our Mission & Vision
You're Just My Type is dedicated to redefining mental health support for people living with Type 1 diabetes. We create spaces—both in-person and virtual—where Type 1s can find community, share experiences, and feel truly understood. Our events aren’t just about connection; they’re about addressing the mental and emotional weight of diabetes in ways traditional healthcare often overlooks. By prioritizing mental well-being alongside physical health, we’re ensuring that no one has to navigate this journey alone.
We envision a world where mental health is recognized as a core part of Type 1 diabetes care—where no one feels isolated in their struggles, and support is always within reach. You're Just My Type is building a future where every person with Type 1 has access to a strong, understanding community, real conversations about the emotional toll of diabetes, and spaces designed for connection, healing, and growth. Through continued expansion and deeper impact, we are proving that community makes all the difference.