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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a condition of anxiety which is triggered by a past event, short or long-term experience which typically displays itself through flashbacks, nightmares and high anxiety. It can create distance in relationships with others and moderately or severely impact daily function due to triggers. Some symptoms of PTSD include the following:
- Being easily frightened (e.g. car backfiring triggers vet thinking it is a gunshot).
- Nightmares.
- Flashbacks.
- Insomnia and fatigue.
- Feelings of detachment from self and others.
- Extreme anger.
- Always feeling on guard in order to protect oneself.
- Nervousness.
- Sudden mood shifts.
- Problems with memory, specifically related to event or experience.
- Intrusive thoughts.
PTSD is a condition that can be experienced by anyone as a result of any event. However, we are more likely to see this in those who are:
- Veterans who have been in combat war.
- Sufferers of sexual or physical trauma.
- Sufferers of long-term abuse.
- Witnesses of, or directly have been in an accident.
- Witnesses of, or have been in a disaster (natural or man-made).
How we can help:
Our experienced psychologists have successfully supported numerous individuals dealing with PTSD. Referred to us for this condition, our clients have found relief through effective methods like Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Polyvagal Therapy. Our dedicated psychologists collaborate with you to determine the most suitable therapy or combination to address your unique needs and guide you toward healing.
Our Therapy Process
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Get Referral
You can refer yourself
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Book Appointment
Get in contact with us
to book your
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Therapy Sessions
Attend sessions
with your
psychologist
Therapy Benefits
Understand and overcome your PTSD for a higher quality of life.
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Identify and cope with triggers.
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Establish and re-establish deeper connections with those around you.
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Manage negative emotions and intrusive thoughts.
*Though clients can be referred to us by themselves or a health care practitioner, being referred by your GP may make you eligible for Medicare reimbursement. Otherwise, most private health insurance will cover some portion of the cost of sessions.
