“When I started Panic to Peace, I hadn’t driven alone on the freeway in 20 years. I was paralyzed by fear, dependent on others, and convinced nothing could help—not even after years of therapy. I’ve had panic disorder since I was 14 and have been agoraphobic since I was 19. But your program changed everything. I began driving again, staying alone in my apartment, and slowly reconnecting with myself and my life. One day, I drove to a park with my dogs alone—and I didn’t panic. I even had a panic attack once and let it pass without running or escaping. That moment changed me. I’ve now driven to all three of my internship sites alone, including through areas I once thought I’d avoid forever. Walking in with my keys in hand, no one dropping me off, I felt 30 years of shame begin to heal. For the first time in my adult life, I feel free. Panic to Peace gave me back my independence and helped me believe in myself again.”

- Heather