From Police Officer to Mental Health Advocate: Rebecca House’s Journey

In this powerful episode of Sphere of Success, I sit down with Rebecca House, a former Lancashire Police officer whose own mental health crisis led her to create something truly life-changing. After battling through a severe breakdown and 28-day psychiatric detention, Rebecca turned her pain into purpose, founding Strength in Struggles (SIS) — a pioneering mental health organisation offering free, holistic support to those in need. 

 

Through peer-to-peer groups, well-being walks, and alternative therapies like cryotherapy, Reiki, and art therapy, SIS provides a lifeline for people struggling with anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges.

 

Rebecca shares her deeply personal journey of recovery, the challenges she faced returning to the police force, and how she channeled her experiences into writing Police to Paranoia, a book that has resonated with countless readers. She discusses the vital role of compassion, community, and accessible mental health support in helping people reclaim their lives. From her firsthand experience, she emphasises the importance of taking small, consistent steps toward healing and the profound impact of having someone who truly understands the struggle.

 

This episode is a must-listen for business owners, HR professionals, and individuals who want to make a real difference in mental health advocacy. Rebecca highlights how sponsorships and corporate partnerships with SIS can not only support a vital cause but also enhance workplace well-being, employee resilience, and overall productivity. If you’re looking to contribute to a meaningful movement while also strengthening your own team’s mental health, this conversation will show you exactly how you can get involved.

 

Contact details

Website: www.sis-strengthinstruggles.org

Email: info@sis-strengthinstruggles.org

Linkedin: Rebecca House - Ward Accreditation Assesor for LSCFT - Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust 

Facebook: S.I.S - Strength In Struggles

Instagram: s.i.s_strengthinstruggles 

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