Trauma can leave lasting imprints - not just in memory, but in the body, emotions, and sense of safety.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
What is PTSD?
PTSD can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, such as an accident, assault, sudden loss, or prolonged stress. It may also follow complex, ongoing experiences such as childhood neglect, abuse, or systemic trauma.
People with PTSD often feel caught in the past - as though the event is still happening or could happen again at any moment. It can affect sleep, relationships, trust, and the ability to feel at ease in the world. Even seemingly ordinary situations can become charged or overwhelming, without always knowing why.
At The Knightsbridge Practice, we understand how painful and disorienting trauma can be. Therapy offers a safe, stabilising space to begin making sense of what happened - and to slowly reconnect with a feeling of control, calm, and wholeness.
Common signs of PTSD
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Flashbacks or intrusive memories of the traumatic event
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Nightmares or sleep disturbances
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Hypervigilance, startle response, or feeling constantly “on edge”
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Avoidance of reminders of the trauma
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Emotional numbness, detachment, or difficulty trusting others
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Guilt, shame, or self-blame
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Difficulty concentrating, irritability, or a sense of being unsafe
How therapy can help
PTSD is not a sign of weakness - it’s a human response to experiences that were overwhelming or violated a sense of safety. Therapy is a gentle and confidential space to process what happened and to begin healing. Treatment may include:
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Psychoeducation and grounding tools to reduce distress and build stability
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Trauma-informed approaches such as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) or trauma-focused CBT
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Exploring and integrating traumatic memories at your own pace
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Regulating the nervous system to reduce symptoms of hyperarousal or shutdown
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Reconnecting with strengths, meaning, and self-compassion after trauma