About us Our Impact Karen's Story - Reach Out Project I lost my identity after an emotionally abusive marriage. I had no self-worth. I was feeling so down and it was hard for me to keep going. I was a full-time carer for two of my adult children too, so life could be a struggle sometimes. Extern provided weekly counselling sessions for me which gave me the skills to deal with the challenges I faced and to challenge the perceptions I had of myself. I now have more of a sense of self-belief, which really helps me keep going. My counsellor understands me in a way no one else does and that’s what makes it so easy to talk to her. It feels like she understands my situation in a way that others can’t. She gave me the tools to cope and deal with challenges. She enables me to see a different side of myself, a side I didn’t think existed. It’s like I get an emotional hug every time I’m with her.Karen,Reach Out ProjectBelfast For information and advice on looking after your mental health visit here Find out more about Extern's mental health services Manage Cookie Preferences <148.105.251.16>