I have complex PTSD but waiting list means I've only seen psychiatrist once in 10 years

Amy, a woman with complex PTSD, has struggled with mental health services, having seen a psychiatrist only once in ten years due to long waiting lists. Thousands are facing the same challenges amid a widening gap between mental and physical healthcare in England. While physical health waitlists are decreasing, mental health backlogs persist, leaving vulnerable individuals like Amy unsupported. A new mental health hub in East London offers a promising model of accessible care with early interventions, around-the-clock services, and community-based support, showcasing a potential solution to the current crisis in mental healthcare.