Stories & blog

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Elmer’s story

"There were a few different things going on and I started to feel scared for my own safety, that I was a risk to myself."...
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Steven’s story

"I could feel myself falling further and further into a hole that I couldn't climb out of and often felt like ending my life would be the only way to stop the pain."...
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Lee’s story

"Since I left James' Place I am sharing more of my feelings with other people, I have moved house, I have a new girlfriend and I'm just looking forward to the future – my next goal is to learn to drive so I'm looking forward to doing that."...
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A message from our Chief Executive, Ellen O’Donoghue

This week marks an exciting new chapter for James’ Place as we take a bold step in bringing our life-saving service even closer to the communities that need us most...
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James’ story

43 year old James came to James' Place London earlier this year in suicidal crisis triggered by flashbacks from childhood and racial trauma...
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Reflections for Black History Month

Black History Month is not just about looking back — it’s about recognising the resilience it takes to move forward. I’m grateful to be doing that here at James’ Place, where I’ve been supported not just as a therapist, but as a Black woman with a voice and a purpose...