If you’re lying awake at night worrying about money, you’re not alone. Debt and mental health are tightly linked.
We hear phrases like:
- “I can’t face opening my post.”
- “I’m too scared to answer my phone.”
- “I feel ashamed, like I’ve failed.”
Debt isn’t just numbers. It’s stress, anxiety, and shame. And it can spiral fast if you’re dealing with it alone.
Here’s what we’ve learned from conversations with our clients:
- Talking helps. The hardest part is often making that first call.
- Once a plan is in place, people often feel instant relief, even before their first payment.
- Knowing your rights removes a lot of fear.
StepChange’s own research shows just how closely linked debt and mental health are. In one of their reports, they found that around half of people in problem debt have a mental health problem. They also highlighted that people with debt are twice as likely to develop major depression as those not in financial difficulty.
We’re not counsellors, but we’re trained to listen and support. Getting debt help isn’t a weakness. It’s a step toward getting your life back.
Get in touch with us today and we will do this with you. Together.
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