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Case Studies
Damien’s story
Damien was born with Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), which has affected his emotional regulation, confidence, and ability to form relationships. He experienced high levels of anxiety and had completely withdrawn from clubs, social activities, and group settings, leaving him isolated and with very low self-esteem.
Following on from his time at GRIT, Damien has overcome his initial social anxiety and is attending college full-time, plays football for Tottenham Academy, and has become a role model for other young people.
At first, his anxiety was so high that he couldn’t even get out of the car. But the GRIT team were incredibly supportive and patient. They started with a special 1:1 session in the lobby, gradually building his confidence, and within a couple of visits they persuaded him to step inside the venue and take an active part.
GRIT has helped Damien feel included and capable in a way we hadn’t seen before, and for that we are deeply grateful. We hope he will carry on boxing, as it has given him something positive that he can really own.”
Jenny’s Story
Prior to starting GRIT, 12 year old Jenny had very low confidence particularly around school, and started experiencing emotional meltdowns at the beginning of the school day.
Identifying building self esteem and confidence as a goal, Jenny worked with her coach using the Four Corners Method to express how she was feeling through worksheets and art. At the end of her 5 months of working with GRIT, Jenny shared her sessions helped her go outside of school during lunch times which was a big challenge for them in addition to a teacher’s feedback that they stopped having meltdowns at the beginning of the school day.
Sarah’s Story
Sarah was 17 when she joined GRIT and had been under CAMHS before with suicide attempts.
Her family life was challenging and this resulted in very low self-esteem and engagement in unhealthy relationships. Using the life skills gained from the programme she was able to improve her interpersonal relationships and self-confidence, especially in terms of her Indian heritage.
GRIT has made me realise I am stronger physically and mentally than I realised. I no longer rely on other people for my happiness and for the first time in my life I am excited about my future.