Real Life Stories

Read young peoples stories and experiences of local mental health services

• Andrew's Story - Struggling in Lockdown

  Lockdown plunged Andrew's life into crisis, trapped in a unhealthy relationship he could not see a happy future. Hear how reaching out to Young Gloucestershire (YG) helped Andrew

• Sam's Story - Finding Listening to Authority Difficult

  Sam was always in trouble because of his distinct lack of respect for authority. Discover more about Sam's journey with Young Gloucestershire (YG) and the skills he learned along the way

• Lucy's Story - Anxiety & Panic Attacks

  Lucy* had been struggling with panic attacks and anxiety before she reached out to TiC+. Hear how Lucy had her thoughts and feelings validated and how she learned to process them in a different way

• Gemma's Story - Coping With Self Harm

  Gemma* has made some great steps in transforming her life. She has gone from self-harming to coping so much better with the help from TiC+

• Phoenix's Story - Learning To Manage Everyday Anxieties & Worries

  Phoenix* had some help for her anxiety and worries whilst at Primary School. Playing Lumi Nova helped Phoenix feel more confident and able to do the things that used to make her anxious