PTSD Treatment in Leeds

If you’re looking for information about PTSD, you’ve come to the right place. I am here to help you further understand PTSD from every aspect. I will provide you with information about the condition, its symptoms, and how to get treatment.

PTSD is a severe condition. We must not neglect those who are struggling with it. Its symptoms can be painful and interfere with people’s quality of life. Each of us deserves to live a life free from fear, anxiety, and trauma. That is why we have to do something about PTSD as soon as possible.

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What is PTSD?

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a common mental disorder that occurs after a traumatic event. Some scenarios that trigger PTSD include:

  • Natural disasters (e.g., earthquakes, tsunamis)
  • Military combat
  • Being subject to physical or sexual assault
  • Being in a car accident
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 What does PTSD feel like?

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If you have PTSD, you will experience this heightened sense of danger, where your fight or flight response gets altered. You will episodically undergo bouts of stress and fear, even when you are in a safe environment. While PTSD was first labeled as a war-exclusive disease, we currently know that it can affect anyone at any age.

The signs and symptoms of PTSD

PTSD presents with a variety of signs and symptoms that could potentially alter your daily activities. Here are the signs and symptoms of PTSD:

Intrusion

This category includes the following symptoms:

  • Flashbacks – during which you relive the event over and over again
  • Memories – vivid, unsettling, and terrifying of the event
  • Nightmares – frequent and include bits about the event
  • Intense physical and mental distress

Avoidance

As the name implies, people will start avoiding certain individuals, locations, and situations that bring back memories of the traumatic event.

Arousal and reactivity

These symptoms may include:

  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Easy startling and experiencing exaggerated reactions
  • A constant feeling of being on the edge
  • Irritability

Cognition and mood

  • Negative thoughts
  • Feelings of guilt, self-blame, and worry
  • Anhedonia (i.e., loss of interest in previously enjoyable activities)

How can I help patients with PTSD Treatment

To help patients with PTSD, I use several therapeutic approaches that were proven by science to be effective. Clearly, not every technique works for everyone; for this reason, we need to cooperate to come up with the most effective approach for you.

Psychotherapy is an integral tool that I use to treat PTSD. It will help you identify trigger factors and manage symptoms and fears.

The first step involves listening to your story and why you think you’re experiencing these symptoms. Every person is a unique entity; therefore, the first session will be you-focused to understand the depth and underlying mechanisms of your suffering.

We will then proceed to outline a plan with a set of goals. One of the goals would be changing how you feel right now and planning how you want to feel.

In order to succeed in the treatment of trauma and PTSD I use a combination of hypnotherapy, psychotherapy and EMDR.  The combination of strategic, solution focused therapy with deeper interventions bring the best results in my practice.

Some of the most common treatments for PTSD include:

EMDR – Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)– CBT is a therapy that helps people change how they think about and cope with their symptoms.

Medication– Some medications can help treat PTSD, such as antidepressants or anti-anxiety medications.

Support Groups– support groups can be a helpful way to connect with others who have been through a traumatic experience and dealing with mental health issues.

Psychotherapy – also known as “talk therapy.” It is a type of therapy that involves talking to a therapist about your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Psychotherapy can help you to understand your condition and develop healthy coping strategies.

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Conclusion

PTSD is a very traumatic experience that alters your way of living. It is a challenging condition to treat and requires the cooperation of the patient (you) and the counselor (me).

Treating this condition requires willpower and motivation from your side, which may seem impossible in the beginning. However, with our science-based therapeutic approaches, we will undoubtedly help you cope with PTSD.

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More services I offer in my clinic in Horsforth, Leeds:

Anxiety Therapy- Anxiety is a prevalent response to traumatic events. I can help you understand your anxiety and provide positive ways to handle them. I will help you regain your sense of peace and joy.

  • EMDR Therapy is a specific type of therapy that can help you process and heal from trauma. It is an evidence-based treatment used to recover from trauma, emotional pain, and discomfort.
  • Depression Therapy- depression is also a typical response to trauma, and it can be challenging to cope with on your own. I can help you manage your symptoms and find relief. Through hypnotherapy, I will help you find the root cause of your depression and work on resolving it.
  • Rewind Therapy- I will help you release all negative feelings regarding a tragic event through this therapy.