Trauma and PTSD

Have you experienced a traumatic event that continues to cause you fear, helplessness and other distressing symptoms? You're not alone. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a treatable condition, and we can help you find relief.

What is Trauma and PTSD?

Trauma can be a life-threatening or deeply disturbing event that leaves you feeling unsafe or helpless. PTSD is a mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event.

Symptoms of PTSD:

• Flashbacks or intrusive memories of the event
• Nightmares
• Avoidance of reminders of the event
• Negative thoughts or feelings about yourself or the world
• Feeling constantly on edge or hypervigilant
• Difficulty sleeping or concentrating.
• Irritability or outbursts of anger

How do we treat PTSD at Ramsay Clinic Coffs Harbour?

Day Program

The Program aims to improve the quality of living for patients by addressing the following issues:

• Education about PTSD
• Learning how to deal with painful thoughts and feelings associated with PTSD
• Learning to manage depression, anxiety, anger, alcohol and drug-related problems, and sleeping difficulties
• Medication management, when indicated
• Development of strategies to enhance communication and better managed relationships 
• Assist participants to understand the importance of physical activity as a component of symptom management
• Family days - where psycho-education is provided about this disorder and its treatments to family members/significant others. 

These issues are addressed using individual and group therapy approaches. Tailored plans are developed with each participant. Comprehensive discharge planning involving liaison with appropriate support services is provided.

Duration

The program is run on an outpatient basis. A list of accommodation close to the facility is available on request for those that live outside the area.

The program consists of:

• Two days (Wednesday/Thursday) per week from 9am – 3pm for 10 weeks.
• Individual sessions are provided before or after each day. Each client will be allocated suitable times.
• There is also an extra day follow up three months post program completion.

Admission information 

Written referrals are required from:

• General Practitioners
• Psychiatrists

Once a referral is received, a consultation will be arranged with one of our psychiatrists, and if appropriate, referral will be made into the next available program.

If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Lisa our intake manager on 07 5671 8447 or email intake.tsp@ramsayhealth.com.au