When a person experiences a traumatic event that has threatened their life or safety, or the safety of those around them, they can be left with intense feelings or fear and helplessness. This can trigger responses such as avoidance, intrusive thoughts and high reactivity. This is called post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD.
A person may develop PTSD after a traumatic event such as a car crash, physical or sexual assault, war or torture, or natural disasters such as bushfires or floods.
Many people show symptoms of PTSD in the first few weeks after a traumatic event but recover on their own with the support of family and friends. Others may require treatment and support from health professionals.
Effective treatment for PTSD involves a mix of inpatient psychiatric care and outpatient psychological services.
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday for 5 weeks. It starts at 9am and concludes at 2:45pm. Once per week all participants receive a one-on-one 50 minute private counselling session with a member of the treatment team if required.
Available to current or former Defence, Police, DFES and Paramedic personnel. The Trauma Recovery Program delivers the latest evidence-based treatment interventions for trauma and PTSD.
The program includes:
Referral from a treating Psychiatrist or GP.
Defence veterans: You will need to be approved by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) to attend this program (white card or gold card).
For current Defence members: You will need to be approved and referred by the Medical Officer.
1 day a week for 8 weeks
For people who have experienced Psychological trauma as a result of experiencing a severe distressing event or events
This program is specifically designed to help individuals understand and manage trauma symptoms, to improve overall well-being.
Program Content:
• Understanding how trauma impacts the brain and the body
• Managing your trauma responses
• Supportive behaviours for mental health and emotional well being
• Interpersonal relationships and communication
• Self-compassion and resiliency
You will require private health insurance or agree to self-fund this course.
If you would like to know more about how we can help you, please call 9346 6803 during business hours or email thcbookings.hph@ramsayhealth.com.au
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