Due to a long term illness I got stuck in a rut. I stopped seeing friends, going out and I withdrew. I had previously been a very active person. When I recovered from my illness, to my surprise I felt anxious about going out. I had never, ever had this before. Basically my home became my safety net and unfortunately also a prison. Whenever I went out, I just wanted to go home. But being alone at home it felt worse and I got really down.

Work provided me with 12 sessions of CBT with Sarah. I have really enjoyed the sessions with her. Each week I have learnt something new. I have put all of this learning into practice. I have been able to challenge myself and successfully go out socially again and meet new people. I have joined some groups which I am really enjoying. It is making my life better both socially and at work.

If it wasn’t for the CBT techniques and Sarah encouraging me in the right way, I wouldn’t be having the fun I am having now. 100% thank you Sarah. I am grateful for everything. I feel I had a good connection with her and felt comfortable from the get go.

(Male aged 43, January 2020)