Rebecca 's storyRebecca Rebecca, 24, is studying Occupational Therapy at York University. She's a keen fan of the outdoors with a particular passion for mountain biking. She also loves socialising and meeting up with friends. Some of Rebecca's family and friends have suffered from depression in the past and someone she knew died by suicide. She wanted to do something about stopping someone else from getting to that stage in their unhappiness and thought of Samaritans. "When I listen to a caller's problems and fears it makes me think of my own life from a different perspective. It helps me forget about my own little problems and helps me to see what's good in my life." All Samaritans receive training which usually lasts for 6 to 8 weeks. You take part in sessions within a group and learn about active listening and different types of calls by taking part in skills practice exercises and group discussion."Before I joined Samaritans I was a bit worried about what it would be like, but the training was really thorough and although I was still a bit nervous, my group were very supportive and I feel more confident now." Leave Rebecca and return to home page
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