Stories & blog

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Ryan’s story

"James’ Place didn’t give me a new life; it gave me back my life. I’m still me. Still flawed, still figuring things out. But for the first time in a long time, I’m looking forward. And that, I think, is a kind of magic all its own.”...
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Meet the Therapist – Andrew

"What I value most is witnessing that shift, when a man moves from feeling hopeless and alone to reconnecting with his reasons for living, his identity, and his sense of possibility."...
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Anthony’s story

Anthony's unresolved trauma, drinking and substance abuse was the catalyst for him to make a serious attempt to end his life...
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Boyan’s story

Boyan served in the Ukrainian Armed Forces before moving to London and finding himself in suicidal crisis...
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Joe’s story

"I experienced a suicidal crisis after my marriage broke down. It felt like I had lost part of my identity, I couldn’t get out of bed and I just didn’t want to be here anymore. My intrusive thoughts were scaring me."...
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Billy’s story

Billy came to James' Place when he became suicidal after losing his job. Thanks to our free, life-saving therapy, he's now back on track...