Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Symptoms & Treatment
A clear, confidential guide to PTSD, covering symptoms, diagnosis and specialised trauma-focused treatment.
Treatment usually begins with
Confidential Consultation
Trauma-Focused Therapy
Medication (if needed)
Trauma-focused therapy is the leading treatment, with medication considered to support symptom relief.
You may need this evaluated if...
A PTSD evaluation is recommended when these signs appear:
- Recurring, distressing memories of a traumatic event
- Avoidance of reminders of the event
- Feeling constantly on guard or easily startled
- Symptoms persisting for a month or more after the event
PTSD is a well-understood, treatable condition, and specialised therapy helps most people process trauma and regain a sense of safety.
What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
PTSD can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, causing recurring distressing memories, avoidance and heightened alertness that persist well beyond the event itself.
A Natural Response, Prolonged
PTSD reflects the mind's response to trauma persisting beyond what's typical.
Can Follow Any Significant Trauma
Accidents, violence, loss and other distressing events can all lead to PTSD.
Trauma-Focused Therapy Works
Specialised therapy helps most people process the trauma and reduce symptoms significantly.
Confidential Care
Your evaluation and treatment are handled with complete privacy and sensitivity.
Common Symptoms
- Recurring distressing memories or nightmares
- Avoidance of people, places or reminders of the event
- Feeling on edge or easily startled
- Negative changes in mood or thinking
- Difficulty sleeping or concentrating
What Increases Your Risk
A combination of biological, psychological and life-circumstance factors can increase the likelihood of this condition.
How It Is Diagnosed
A structured assessment confirms the diagnosis and helps guide the right treatment plan.
Confidential, Sensitive Clinical Interview
A carefully paced assessment of your experience and symptoms.
Standardised Screening Tools
Validated questionnaires help assess symptom severity.
Physical Health Review
Assesses for co-occurring conditions that may need attention.
Treatment Approaches
Therapy & Counselling
- Trauma-focused cognitive behavioural therapy
- Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR), where appropriate
- Grounding and coping skills training
Medication
Medication is considered to support sleep, mood or anxiety symptoms alongside trauma-focused therapy.
Treatment decisions are based on symptoms, severity, personal history and preference, not a single test.
Know When to Act
Recognising these signs early and reaching out promptly is important for the best outcome.
Book an Assessment
Schedule a confidential consultation for a routine evaluation or ongoing concerns.
- Ongoing distress after a traumatic event
- Symptoms affecting work, relationships or daily life
Seek Urgent Care
Reach out for emergency support immediately if you or a loved one experience any of the following.
- Thoughts of harming yourself
- Severe flashbacks affecting personal safety
Not Sure What You Need?
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