Stories
We are driven by the lived experiences of the people we support and work with and are committed to person-centred approaches and meaningful participation.
We want to share the many stories of people at Change Mental Health to hear about their journey and the transformational support they have received when they need it and in a way which works best for them.
After surviving a history of abuse and challenges, Althea reached a point of crisis and found the strength to confront her past, manage her mental health and look forward to a brighter future.
Antony has been living with PTSD for as long as he can remember, but in recent years he has taken great steps to improve his mental health and look after his wellbeing.
There’s a reassuring listening ear for Beth at Change Mental Health, which makes her feel that someone is there; that someone cares; and that she’s not alone.
Engaging in structured activities at Change Mental Health's Employability service in Dumfries has provided Caroline with purpose and stability.
David experienced isolation and loneliness almost all his adult life. This caused feelings of depression and paranoia, making it more difficult to reach out for help.
Dawn is somebody who has blossomed after being referred to Change Mental Health’s Carer Support service.
It was 2002: Euan worked for the water board in Blantyre. Driving to work one morning, he was involved in a multiple car pile-up on the motorway.
Change Mental Health’s Resilience service in Fife provides one-to-one support and facilitates Community Peer Support Groups.
Previously dismissed and misdiagnosed, she found strength and resilience with Change Mental Health
language barriers and discrimination during university time as a source of isolation and mental anguish
Having had anxiety from early childhood, James sought clarity on his mental health and found ways to boost his confidence.
Janice Mylan is a Carer Support Worker in Tayside for Change Mental Health and empowers carers to actively think of their own health and wellbeing and self-care
My story began in August 2019, when a police officer came to my door to tell me that my wonderful and only brother, Graeme, had died by suicide. I want to tell you my personal experience of losing someone I love to suicide.
When Lee joined Change Mental Health, it was her first paid role in 19 years – mainly due to caring commitments, which including caring for one of her sons who lives with schizophrenia.
We raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges unpaid carers face and recognise the contribution they make.
When you have been through it yourself, you understand what people are going through when they come through the door and ask for help.
"Selective mutism feels like I am being strangled from the inside out. It feels like someone is trying to pull the tightest knot right in the middle of my throat."
"Change Mental Health is a place which helps me with my feelings of isolation, lack of confidence and gets me involved in lots of activities – all of which have helped me and given me a sense of purpose."
At 77, Nora, facing isolation, anxiety and family crises, found vital support from Advice and Support service. From listening ear to financial relief, we helped her enjoy life again.
Sarah, who works in Tayside for Change Mental Health, was diagnosed with a generalised anxiety disorder at 21 and learned how to become more resilient.
There is no doubt that, at times, being a carer is a difficult job. The time, energy and patience needed to care for someone is significant and can leave little time for anything else.
a discussion with the Dundee University Yoga Society about the joint commitment to addressing students' mental wellbeing and creating space for discussion.
Your Resilience shapes a promising post-pandemic future for young people through building resilience, coping with demands and learning from setbacks
