Summary
The BBC documented the therapy journeys of 12 people, including Nicole, in the series "Change Your Mind, Change Your Life." Nicole sought help for her fear of driving, which was linked to deeper issues. Through six therapy sessions, she learned to understand and manage her anxiety better.
Key Facts
- Nicole, 31, went to therapy for her driving anxiety and panic attacks.
- Her therapy with Owen O'Kane revealed deeper emotional issues.
- Each week, 1 in 6 people in the UK face mental health challenges.
- Over 1.2 million people use the NHS's talking therapies yearly.
- Therapy can help with various mental health issues but isn't effective for everyone.
- Owen O'Kane describes therapy as detective work to uncover deeper issues.
- Nicole found out that not being kind to herself was part of her anxiety.
- She described therapy as a learning experience for self-compassion and understanding emotions.
