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Trauma and PTSD Treatment at Schoen Clinic Chelsea
Private therapy, support, counselling and treatment for trauma in London
At Schoen Clinic Chelsea, we understand the profound impact that trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can have on your mental health and overall wellbeing. Our experienced team offers evidence-based therapies like EMDR, trauma-focused CBT, and counselling to support you through your recovery.
Whether you are dealing with childhood trauma, a recent traumatic event, or the long-lasting effects of complex PTSD, our goal is to help you process trauma and reclaim control over your life.
Understanding trauma and PTSD
Trauma occurs when someone experiences or witnesses an event that is deeply distressing or harmful. Traumatic experiences can lead to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a mental health condition that can affect anyone exposed to trauma, including war veterans, accident survivors, or those who have endured abuse. However, complex PTSD arises from prolonged exposure to trauma, such as childhood abuse or chronic emotional neglect, and can have more deep-seated effects.
Symptoms of trauma and PTSD
People suffering from PTSD or trauma often experience a wide range of symptoms, which can be grouped into four main categories:
Intrusive memories: These include unwanted and distressing memories of the traumatic event, flashbacks, and nightmares.
Avoidance: Many people with PTSD may avoid places, people, or activities that remind them of the trauma.
Changes in thinking and mood: This can manifest as negative thoughts, feelings of hopelessness, or emotional numbness.
Physical symptoms: Common physical anxiety symptoms of PTSD include difficulty sleeping, hypervigilance, and being easily startled.
PTSD and trauma signs: what to watch for
Recognising the signs of PTSD and complex PTSD early is crucial to seeking appropriate treatment. Common symptoms of trauma and PTSD include:
Intrusive thoughts and flashbacks
Emotional numbness or detachment
Hypervigilance and being easily startled
Nightmares and disrupted sleep patterns
Anxiety and irritability
Physical symptoms such as headaches, muscle tension, and chronic pain.
If you or someone you know is experiencing these symptoms, especially after a traumatic event, it’s important to seek professional help. Schoen Clinic Chelsea offers prompt diagnosis and treatment for PTSD and trauma-related symptoms.
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Evidence-based treatments for trauma and PTSD
At Schoen Clinic Chelsea, we offer a comprehensive range of trauma treatments tailored to your specific needs. Our specialists are experienced in treating both PTSD and complex PTSD, and our therapeutic interventions are designed to help you process traumatic memories safely and effectively.
EMDR therapy for trauma
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is one of the most effective therapies for trauma recovery. EMDR works by helping the brain reprocess traumatic memories through a series of guided eye movements, allowing you to recall distressing experiences without being overwhelmed by them.
EMDR therapy is particularly beneficial for individuals struggling with emotional trauma, childhood trauma, and complex PTSD, providing relief from distressing memories, flashbacks, and anxiety. At Schoen Clinic Chelsea, our trained EMDR therapists offer a structured, phased approach to help you process and heal from past traumas.
Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Trauma-focused CBT is a specialised form of cognitive behavioural therapy that is highly effective for treating both PTSD and childhood trauma. It helps individuals identify and challenge negative thought patterns and beliefs associated with trauma, replacing them with healthier, more adaptive ways of thinking.
At Schoen Clinic Chelsea, we incorporate CBT for trauma into our treatment plans for those suffering from PTSD symptoms, helping patients to reduce avoidance behaviours, manage flashbacks, and improve their emotional resilience.
Complex PTSD and trauma counselling
Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) differs from PTSD in that it results from sustained, long-term trauma, often interpersonal in nature, such as childhood abuse or chronic neglect. This form of trauma leads to additional challenges such as difficulty regulating emotions, negative self-perception, and relationship difficulties.
Our therapists at Schoen Clinic Chelsea are experienced in providing complex PTSD treatment through trauma counselling, EMDR, and trauma-focused CBT, offering support to help individuals heal from deeply rooted trauma.
Childhood trauma and emotional trauma therapy
Childhood trauma can have lasting effects on both mental and physical health, often contributing to conditions like PTSD and complex PTSD in adulthood. If you’ve experienced childhood trauma, whether from abuse, neglect, or a disruptive home environment, early therapeutic intervention is essential for long-term healing.
Our childhood trauma therapists specialise in working with individuals to explore and process early-life traumas, guiding them through a process of recovery. Using approaches like trauma-focused CBT and EMDR, we help patients reframe past experiences and regain emotional balance.
Private trauma therapy at Schoen Clinic Chelsea
At Schoen Clinic Chelsea, our trauma therapy services are designed to provide a safe, compassionate environment for trauma recovery. We offer private therapy for individuals with PTSD, complex PTSD, and other trauma-related conditions, using evidence-based interventions to promote healing.
EMDR therapy for emotional trauma
Our EMDR therapy is particularly effective for those with emotional trauma, enabling patients to process traumatic experiences in a structured, safe setting. By reprocessing distressing memories, patients often experience significant reductions in anxiety, flashbacks, and other PTSD symptoms.
Trauma counselling for long-term recovery
In addition to EMDR and CBT, our trauma counselling services provide ongoing support for those working through trauma. Whether you're dealing with childhood trauma, emotional trauma, or complex PTSD, our trauma counselling sessions are tailored to meet your individual needs, helping you achieve lasting emotional and psychological resilience.
How trauma therapy helps recovery
Healing from trauma is not a linear process, but with the right therapeutic interventions, recovery is entirely possible. At Schoen Clinic Chelsea, we combine trauma-focused therapies, EMDR, and CBT to help patients:
Process distressing memories in a safe environment
Reduce the emotional intensity of flashbacks and intrusive thoughts
Develop coping strategies for managing anxiety, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness
Rebuild self-esteem and positive beliefs about themselves
Learn new ways to respond to triggers.
Our trauma therapists are dedicated to working closely with you to develop a personalised treatment plan that addresses your unique needs.
Why choose Schoen Clinic Chelsea for trauma and PTSD treatment?
Traumatic experiences should not define your life; at Schoen Clinic Chelsea, we provide personalised, expert care for individuals struggling with trauma, PTSD, and complex PTSD.
Our team of highly trained trauma therapists, EMDR specialists, and psychiatrists use the latest evidence-based therapies to support your recovery. They work with you to identify how traumatic experiences have affected you so that we can find the most suitable treatment to aid your recovery.
With access to private therapy and tailored treatment plans, you can begin your healing journey in a compassionate and confidential setting.
If you are ready to take the first step toward healing from trauma, contact our bookings team today on 020 3146 2300 or email che-privateenquiries@schoen-clinic.co.uk to arrange an appointment.
