Trauma Therapy London: Specialist PTSD Treatment

Traumatic experiences can continue to affect people long after the original event has passed.

At London Psychologist, we offer evidence-based therapy for trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), helping people process traumatic experiences and regain a sense of safety, confidence and control.

What Is PTSD?

PTSD can develop following traumatic events such as:

  • Serious accidents

  • Assaults

  • Abuse

  • Medical emergencies

  • Military experiences

  • Witnessing traumatic events

  • Terrorist incidents

People with PTSD often feel as though the event remains present even when they know they are safe.

Common Symptoms Of PTSD

Symptoms may include:

  • Intrusive memories

  • Flashbacks

  • Nightmares

  • Avoidance

  • Hypervigilance

  • Sleep difficulties

  • Irritability

  • Feelings of guilt or shame

These symptoms can have a significant effect on work, relationships and quality of life.

How Trauma Affects The Brain

Trauma can alter the way memories are processed and stored.

As a result, reminders of the event may trigger powerful emotional and physical reactions long after the danger has passed.

Evidence-Based Treatment For PTSD

National and international treatment guidelines consistently recommend trauma-focused psychological therapies.

Treatment may involve:

  • Trauma-focused CBT

  • Cognitive processing approaches

  • Exposure-based interventions

  • Techniques designed to update trauma memories and meanings

The aim is not to forget what happened, but to reduce the ongoing impact of traumatic experiences.

Complex Trauma

Some individuals have experienced repeated or prolonged trauma over many years.

Treatment is tailored carefully to individual circumstances and progresses at a pace that feels manageable.

Why Choose London Psychologist?

Our team includes highly experienced psychologists and CBT therapists with extensive backgrounds in trauma and anxiety treatment.

Several clinicians have worked within specialist trauma services and national centres recognised for expertise in PTSD treatment, including services associated with the Maudsley Hospital.

Online Trauma Therapy

Online therapy provides access to specialist trauma-focused treatment wherever you live and can be delivered safely and effectively in a confidential environment.

Book An Initial Consultation

If you are seeking specialist PTSD treatment or trauma therapy, we would be pleased to discuss how we may be able to help.

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