At Talking Therapies UK, we offer specialised treatment for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), providing compassionate and effective therapy to help you navigate the challenges of trauma and reclaim your life. Our experienced therapists are dedicated to helping you heal and regain control over your mental wellbeing, ensuring that you receive the highest quality care in a supportive environment.
PTSD is a mental health condition caused by a traumatic, stressful, frightening, or distressing event, typically one which has involved a threat to life, serious harm, or resulted in a moral injury (behaving in a way that is outside of your values). Symptoms can vary but often include:
Recurrent, unwanted memories of the traumatic event.
Reliving the traumatic event as if it were happening again.
Disturbing dreams related to the trauma.
Intense fear or worry that disrupts daily life.
Avoiding places, people, or activities that remind you of the trauma.
Feeling hopeless, detached, or having negative thoughts about yourself or others.
Being easily startled, having trouble sleeping, or experiencing irritability and anger.
Trouble falling or staying asleep.
Struggling to focus or remember details.
PTSD can develop immediately after someone experiences a disturbing event, or it can occur weeks, months, or even years later. The impact of PTSD on your daily life can be profound, affecting your relationships, work, and overall quality of life.
People who repeatedly experience traumatic situations, such as severe neglect, abuse, or violence, may be diagnosed with Complex PTSD (C-PTSD). Complex PTSD can cause similar symptoms to PTSD but is often more severe and can involve:
Persistent negative beliefs about oneself.
Difficulty managing emotions, leading to emotional instability.
Struggling to connect with others and maintain relationships.
Trouble keeping friends and partners, often due to trust issues and emotional instability.
Complex PTSD can develop if the trauma was experienced early in life, affecting a child’s development, or if the trauma involved being harmed by someone close, or being unable to escape the trauma.
It’s normal to experience upsetting and confusing thoughts after a traumatic event, but most people improve naturally over a few weeks. You should see a GP if you or your child are still having problems about four weeks after the traumatic experience, or if the symptoms are particularly troublesome. Access assessment and treatment with Talking Therapies UK.
PTSD can be successfully treated even when it develops many years after a traumatic event. Treatment options may include:
Monitoring your symptoms to see whether they improve or worsen without treatment.
Medications such as paroxetine or sertraline may be prescribed.
Trauma-focused CBT or EMDR.
Our evidence-based therapies are designed to help you process and recover from trauma in a safe and supportive environment. We offer:
This approach helps you reframe negative thoughts and develop healthier coping mechanisms. CBT can assist you in understanding and changing the patterns of thinking and behaviour that are maintaining your distress.
EMDR is a technique that helps reduce the emotional distress of traumatic memories. It involves processing the trauma while focusing on external stimuli, such as eye movements, which can help desensitise and reprocess the traumatic memories.
This therapy specifically addresses the impact of trauma on your life and aims to help you regain a sense of control and safety. Our trauma-focused therapy techniques are tailored to meet your unique needs and support your healing journey.
Our team comprises highly qualified and experienced psychotherapists specializing in PTSD. They are committed to providing personalized care tailored to your specific needs, ensuring that you receive the most effective treatment.
We provide a warm, confidential space where you can explore your experiences without judgment. Your privacy and comfort are our top priorities, and we strive to create an environment where you feel safe and supported.
Access therapy from the comfort of your home, ensuring you receive support when and where you need it. Our online platform is secure, user-friendly, and designed to facilitate effective therapy sessions.
Our compassionate and experienced therapists are here to help you navigate the path to recovery and regain control over your life. Contact us to learn more about how we can support you in overcoming PTSD and achieving a better quality of life.
Schedule your online therapy session with one of our experienced therapists at a time that suits you. Flexible evening and weekend appointments are available to accommodate your busy lifestyle.
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