RECOVERY IS POSSIBLE
If you are a veteran, past or present,seeking support with mental health challenges, I offer EMDR and psychotherapy at very low rates; please contact me for further details.
I have over 6 years of volunteering experience with SSAFA both as a caseworker and a counsellor and am particularly interested in supporting veterans who are not able to access affordable therapy or who cannot access support via STAND TO because they are not in receipt of support from STAND TO's alcohol service.
You do not have to have a formal diagnosis for PTSD or C-PTSD to access reduced rates but if you are experiencing the following symptoms, you could benefit significantly from EMDR therapy:
Anxiety
Depression
Anger
Guilt
Difficulties building and maintaining relationships with others
Paranoia
Flashbacks
Intrusive Thoughts/Ruminating
Nightmares
Flashforwards
Body symptoms, for example tension headaches, gastrointestinal issues, insomnia, chest pain.
Inability to relax
Negative Thinking
Feeling overwhelmed
While Complex Trauma shares many of the above symptoms, it is is also possible to experience:
Difficulties with emotional regulation
Body Image Problems
Eating Disorders
OCD/OCPD
Self-harm
Self-destructive Behaviours
Risky Behaviours
A disrupted sense of self (shame, internalised guilt, not belonging or fitting in, challenges setting boundaries)
Over reliance on defensive coping mechanisms such as avoidance, confrontation or submitting/appeasing others
If you feel any of these symptoms resonate with you and you would like to understand what you can do to improve your present life experiences and your future outlook and opportunities, please contact me for a consultation.