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.
'Coping with Stress' stories:
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Samantha's journey to employment with Nitin's support
Samantha worked with Nitin, one of our IPS Workwise Employment Specialists, who helped her not only to get a new job, but also to rediscover her self-worth. Samantha wanted to share how invaluable that support has been, and what a positive impact Nitin h Read more
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Steph was someone I could properly open up with…
Emilia was signed off work with stress and referred to Twining Enterprise via her doctor. Emilia couldn’t believe the high level of service that her dedicated Employment Specialist, Steph, provided her with. She started her journey thinking she couldn’t Read more
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I'm so grateful to have her by my side!
Daria worked with one of our Employment Specialists on our West London Works programme, and instantly felt supported by Chantelle. As a consequence, Daria has now secured a position that aligns perfectly with her skills and aspirations. Daria told us ho Read more
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Tracy made me feel I was worth it
Rigo had escaped an abusive relationship which led to him experiencing depression, anxiety and panic attacks. His NHS Talking Therapies counsellor referred him to Twining Enterprise to support him in his search for work and to help his recovery journey. Read more
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Severe stress brought on by organisational change
Following some significant changes to his work contract and location, Rob experienced severe work-related stress which was only exacerbated by a lack of co-operation and transparency within the organisation’s management hierarchy. After signing him off o Read more
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Support into sustainable employment
Martin suffered from a persistent physical condition which made working difficult, however, unable to get timely medical support paired with a long period of work absence, this untreated physical condition led to insomnia, a stutter and eventually the beg Read more
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Help at the most difficult time of my life…
Hoshiko found Twining Enterprise and her dedicated Employment Specialist, Monica, at one of the most difficult times of her life. Monica’s unwavering support and encouragement held Hoshiko up during a very dark period. Here Hoshiko tells us, in her own Read more
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Support to negotiate a positive return to work!
Rosette had experienced severe occupational stress leading to physical and mental burnout. She was advised by her therapist to contact Twining Enterprise for some employment support in negotiating a return to work, on her terms. This is when she met San Read more
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From being in a dark place to helping others face similar feelings
Daniel felt incredibly lost in himself, and when things became too much at work, he felt like life was not worth living. Thankfully he found Twining Enterprise and his Employment Specialist, Helen, at just the right time. Helen supported Daniel to find Read more
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Not every workplace is bad
Lois found herself in a tough spot at work. Her manager was inexperienced and took credit for Lois's accomplishments while blaming her for any mistakes. This situation caused Lois to feel anxious and lose her sense of self. Eventually, she sought therapy Read more