Impact Stories
Trauma affects us all in different ways. Here, we aim to capture how people have been affected, the support they have received, and how they have overcome.
From Volunteering to Community Leadership
“Helping others is something I am very much fond of, since I was a little girl. It gives me a joy that is so special and makes me feel worthwhile.” These heartfelt words from Sadika reflect the compassion, empathy, and sense of community that lie at the heart of Trauma Healing Together.
Abbi's Story
Abbi was referred to our service following a workplace accident that resulted in symptoms consistent with PTSD, significantly affecting her day-to-day life. She was referred to our Pathways to Hope programme by her Community Mental Health Team. Having never engaged in therapy before, she felt extremely anxious about seeking support.
Finding Hope and Healing Through Trauma Healing Together
Moving to Scotland was something I had to do. Life in Poland had become extremely difficult, and I was in a very vulnerable place emotionally and mentally. I had tried to seek help in Poland, but mental health support there felt very different.
CATH, From Training to Transformation
In 2023, Sarah from CATH’s On the Mend programme first connected with Trauma Healing Together through an enquiry about participating in the Perth and Kinross Mental Health and Wellbeing Festival. This initial contact developed into a collaborative relationship over the following two years, during which On the Mend worked with Pathways to Hope clients.