Trauma-Focused CBT For PTSD

Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT) is a structured, compassionate way to help you make sense of and process painful past experiences so they no longer control your present.

The Benefit of Trauma-Focused Therapy

When you’ve been through something overwhelming, whether it was a single event or years of ongoing stress, your brain and body can get stuck in survival mode. Therapies that only focus on the here and now can sometimes miss the root cause, a nervous system that still feels under threat because the trauma has never been fully processed.

Trauma Focused CBT is a NICE recommended and evidence based therapy designed to help people safely process and recover from trauma. Together, we work to understand the impact the trauma has had on you, whilst helping your mind and body recognise that the danger is no longer happening now.

We work at your pace to help you move from surviving the day on hyperalert to feeling safer, more present, and more able to freely live your life again. I often use and recommend this therapy for PTSD or single distressing events such as accidents, assaults, medical trauma, or witnessing a crime.

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Building Safety Before Processing

Stabilisation And Safety:

Learning how to manage flashbacks or sudden surges of anxiety so they don’t consume your day or night.

Making Sense Of The “Why”:

Understanding that your reactions, such as being hyper-vigilant or shutting down, are valid protective responses to a stuck sense of threat.

Correcting Misplaced Guilt:

Shifting the internal narrative away from self-blame and towards a clearer, more compassionate understanding of what happened.

Reclaiming The Present:

Taking manageable steps to rebuild your life by learning to face what you avoid and reconnect with what you miss.

What TF-CBT Sessions Can Look Like

Learning & noticing triggers to your distress
Understanding trauma & why PTSD can develop
Working through the emotions from the trauma
Learning tools to feel calmer & safer between sessions
Processing the memory verbally or in written form
Updating stuck beliefs with new information
Building confidence with situations that trigger anxiety
Setting goals to reconnect with life & others
Challenging negative thoughts about yourself & the past
Building a more peaceful sleep routine
Adjusting to different lifestyles & physical abilities
Learning to rebuild & reclaim life
Moving towards feeling safe & free

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Moving Towards Peace and Safety

The aim of Trauma-Focused work is to help your brain finally file away difficult memories so they stop feeling like they are happening right now. When the nervous system finally settles, the shift in your daily life can be profound.

Here is what recovery actually looks like:

The on-edge feeling fades.
You’ll notice you aren’t constantly scanning for danger or trying to keep yourself too busy to notice. Your body can finally relax.
Nightmares and intrusive thoughts quiet down.
As we process the experiences, they become “normal” memories rather than vivid, painful interruptions to your day.
You stop feeling numb or disconnected.
Many people find they can finally reconnect with their emotions and the people they care about without feeling overwhelmed.
A restored sense of self.
You’ll move away from feeling lost or broken and start to see your own incredible resilience and worth.

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Testimonials

“When I first started with Trupti I felt helpless and hopeless. As time went by I have managed to revisit things from my past that I don’t know I remembered and have breakthroughs and understand why I was feeling the way I was feeling. With Trupti it is not about putting a band aid but healing the wound so it doesn’t bleed again. I recommend Trupti to anyone.”

“I was shocked at how well Trupti understood me as a person and the emotions I was going through in such a short space of time. Trupti has a real talent of understanding you and very quickly becomes your friend. I had gone through such a traumatic stage in my life that I lived in fear of my own world that I was living. Thanks to this talented Lady, I no longer worry about the negatives and also put myself first when it comes to my mind. I often use some of the techniques she has taught me and it helps me no longer fear what’s to come but live as you are.”

“I couldn’t be more grateful to Trupti and how she has really transformed my life in such a short time. I was very nervous going into therapy, but she quickly put me at ease being so genuine, reassuring and good at her job. I have seen a massive transformation in my general happiness, ability to cope with stress and my relationships. I am able to do things I wasn’t able to do before, like meeting up with friends and I feel so much more in control of my life. I really couldn’t believe what I change I have experienced… I am so glad I got help when I did, and I can’t recommend Trupti enough.”

“I worked with Trupti during my journey through postpartum depression and anxiety. From our very first session, I felt I was speaking to someone I could truly trust… Trupti brings clarity and structure, and she was the one who first identified signs of ADHD in me, something that changed the way I understand myself. She doesn’t just listen, but she also encourages, supports, and helps you find your way, even when you feel lost. I’ll always be grateful for her insight, care, and guidance during such a vulnerable time.“

“Trupti was an incredible resource in my journey with EMDR, I have not had a therapist that made me feel as comfortable to undertake the process of CBT and EMDR prior to her. She was incredibly attentive to my needs, adaptable in sessions themselves if I required, and responsive to all my questions throughout the process. In my time undergoing EMDR with her, I felt I had made more strides in facing and addressing my trauma and triggers than in any therapy and with any other therapist before. Importantly, she ensured I was simultaneously building the tools and strategies I needed…”

“My therapeutic journey with Trupti has been nothing short of life-changing. Her empathetic approach and guidance have empowered me to reshape my thoughts and tackle past traumas head-on. Trupti’s understanding and direction have been instrumental in my healing process. I can genuinely say that my life has taken a positive turn, and I am incredibly grateful for the support and transformation. Highly recommend Trupti for anyone seeking a compassionate and effective therapeutic experience.”

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You don’t have to carry the weight of your past alone. Trauma therapy is about taking back the pen and writing the rest of your story on your own terms. We will go at a pace that feels right for you.

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The best first step is a brief, no-pressure chat to see if you feel comfortable with me. You can reach out via my contact page. I aim to respond to all enquiries within 48 hours.

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