Vicky Pierrepont – Meet the Physical Health and Wellbeing Team

My name is Victoria and I suffer with my mental health.  In 2019 I was diagnosed with EUPD/PTSD and depression.  I suffered for many years on my own thinking there was no help for me.  My mind would work against me and I was having intrusive thoughts.

I spent time in hospital on a section and although it was the right place at the time, I just could not see this and often fought against my own treatment plan thinking I knew best.  I was then introduced to the Physical Health & Wellbeing Team. At first, I didn’t really think anything could help, and I wasn’t even willing to try.  However, after weeks of trying little bits of physical activity I found I felt much better. The more fitness I gained, the more I could feel my old self coming back.  Doing activities has really helped me more than I could ever explain.

If you are feeling like I did, rest assured, with some hard work and a focussed mind, there is hope and help.

I now understand how my mind works and by keeping my physical activity up and taking the right medication I am able to help and support others in their journey.