Rob 26, Oxfordshire
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Life is a lot better now. I feel more confident going out.
What helped me
Talking Therapy
I saw a professional who helped and spoke through various strategies which helped. Eventually even had the courage to take the train to Liverpool and watch the football by myself.
My Story
I struggled to go out the house for any reason with the exception of going to work. I did not like the feeling of not knowing who was going to be out.
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Where I am now
Life is a lot better now. I feel more confident in going out and doing activities by myself whereas previously I would have stayed at home.
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