Your stories
Former and Current clients share their inspiring stories of successfully finding and sustaining work with our Employment Specialists. Read on for the latest.
'Approaches to mental health' stories:
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I now feel more sure about myself
Tania* had never considered employment support until she discovered Twining and met her dedicated Employment Advisor, Katie. Tania said that from the first meeting with Katie, it felt like talking to an old friend. Katie helped Tania to get ready for jo Read more
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A beacon of hope during the darkest of times
Heena* had sunk into a deep depression whilst trapped in an abusive relationship. She sought help via NHS Talking Therapies and was referred to Twining-Hestia for support to find work and regain her freedom and independence. She met Ghazala, her dedicat Read more
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Someone to share the emotional load of job searching
Christina* was let go from her previous role for reasons she did not understand, which caused her mental health to deteriorate. Despite what had happened, she really wanted to get back to work and was referred to Monika, her dedicated Employment Specialis Read more
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Feeling empowered to take control of my path
Alex* found Twining at a pivotal moment in his life when he was facing a series of challenges and needed employment support to help him explore his career aspirations in a safe and supportive space. Alex was introduced to Lakhvinder, his dedicated Employ Read more
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Amy has been amazing every step of the way
Kimberley* suffered with epilepsy and had to leave her job due to stress and a toxic work environment. She really wanted a complete change of career but knew this would be a challenge for anyone and potentially exacerbated by her fears around ‘starting a Read more
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I wouldn't be where I am today without Shayna’s help!
Salma* had been feeling lost in her search for work; not sure what she wanted to do or if she’d ever find a job she loved. This all changed when she met her dedicated Twining Employment Specialist, Shayna. Shayna helped her to discover her strengths and Read more
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Sandra’s support made such a profound difference
MB* was referred to our West London Works employment support programme and matched with one of our Employment Specialists, Sandra. MB was delighted with the support she received and the “unwavering encouragement” she felt whilst working with Sandra to pe Read more
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I am now employed!
Agnes* was referred to Twining Enterprise when she wanted to find work. She was paired with her dedicated Employment Specialist, Jenny, who works on our IPS Workwise employment support programme helping people with challenging mental illness across North Read more
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Peter supported me to explore different opportunities
Neesa* had been experiencing anxiety in her previous job and wanted to find a new role, to provide her with new experiences in a different industry and a better work-life balance. Her local NHS Mental Health team recommended Twining Enterprise and she wa Read more
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A refreshing and compassionate approach
After graduating, Andreea’s* mental health became more challenging as she navigated the employment market in the hope of finding a career that resonated with her passion. Each application became a reminder of her insecurities, and with each rejection, sh Read more
