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"I lied to my family about where I was going" - Rebecca's story

06/01/2026

Rebecca shares her experience living with health anxiety, recounting her worst episodes. She praises the support from therapy, support groups and Rethink Mental Illness’ Advice and Information Service.

“The right tools and the right tribe” – Georgia’s story

11/12/2025

Georgia shares how she better managed borderline personality disorder (BPD) through DBT (dialectical behaviour therapy), Rethink Mental Illness’ advice and information online and self-compassion.

“A problem shared is a problem halved” – Joshua’s story

02/12/2025

Joshua is currently in a psychiatric unit for young people, getting treatment for anxiety and depression. He shares his favourite DBT (dialectic behavioural therapy) skills when managing distress.

“Recovery is a journey and not a sprint” – Ethan’s story

27/11/2025

Whilst using secure services, Ethan participated in a project undertaken by the Lived Experience Insights team at Rethink Mental Illness, looking into collaborative risk assessment and management in these settings. He shares his journey from detainment to hope.

“I see recovery as a kintsugi vase” – Robin’s story

12/11/2025

Robin was out of work for years when his psychosis and depression was at its worst. With support from our Coventry & Warwickshire IPS service, Robin has regained his confidence and self-belief.

“I had someone who could advocate for me” – Amanda’s story

11/11/2025

Amanda, who lives with autism, C-PTSD (complex post-traumatic stress disorder), depression and ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder), shares her experience getting back into work with support from our Coventry & Warwickshire IPS service.

“I feel like I’m actually moving forward in life” – Daniel’s story

11/11/2025

Daniel, who experiences paranoid schizophrenia, shares how our Coventry and Warwickshire IPS Service boosted his self-confidence. He is now back in work and a part of his community.