PTSD Healing Techniques
Hi all, I wanted to reach out and see if anyone has PTSD healing techniques they'd recommend or have had success with? I feel like I make good progress with my mental health and then bam PTSD will slither back in and it is frustrating!
One technique that some people find helpful is grounding exercises. These can help bring you back to the present moment when you're feeling overwhelmed by past trauma. It could be as simple as focusing on your breathing, feeling the sensation of your feet on the ground, or noticing objects around you to anchor yourself in the here and now. Another technique is mindfulness or meditation. This can help you develop a greater awareness of your thoughts and feelings without getting swept away by them. It takes practice, but over time it can help you feel more in control of your reactions to triggers. Therapy, particularly types like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), can also be really effective in treating PTSD. A therapist can work with you to process traumatic memories in a safe and supportive environment.
@helloAvocado5370. It’s not completely healed but I had had some improvements with techniques mentioned by @CheeryMango . I did CBT and EMDR both helped me with some PTSD symptoms.