{"id":10093,"date":"2026-05-09T13:42:15","date_gmt":"2026-05-09T05:42:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/scc.sg\/e\/?page_id=10093"},"modified":"2026-05-09T13:42:15","modified_gmt":"2026-05-09T05:42:15","slug":"trauma-and-ptsd-counselling","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/scc.sg\/e\/trauma-and-ptsd-counselling\/","title":{"rendered":"Trauma and PTSD Counselling"},"content":{"rendered":"<div  style='padding-bottom:10px; ' class='av-special-heading av-special-heading-h2    avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_hr  avia-builder-el-first  '><h2 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Trauma and PTSD<\/h2><div class='special-heading-border'><div class='special-heading-inner-border' ><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div  style='height:25px' class='hr hr-invisible   avia-builder-el-1  el_after_av_heading  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">Trauma is what happens when an experience overwhelms our ability to cope \u2014 when something occurs that is too much, too fast, or too threatening for the mind and body to process in the moment. The experience gets stored differently, and its effects can linger long after the event itself has passed.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">Trauma does not require a single dramatic incident. It can result from a prolonged period of difficulty just as much as from one overwhelming moment.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">Experiences that can lead to trauma include:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Acute trauma<\/strong> \u2013 A single distressing event such as an accident, assault, natural disaster, sudden loss, or medical emergency<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Complex trauma<\/strong> \u2013 Repeated or prolonged exposure to distressing experiences, often occurring in childhood or within close relationships, such as abuse, neglect, domestic violence, or growing up in an unpredictable environment<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Relational trauma<\/strong> \u2013 Betrayal, abandonment, or harm caused by someone in a position of trust \u2014 a parent, partner, or caregiver<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Vicarious or secondary trauma<\/strong> \u2013 Developing trauma symptoms as a result of repeated exposure to others&#8217; suffering, common among first responders, healthcare workers, counsellors, and caregivers<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Medical trauma<\/strong> \u2013 The psychological impact of a serious illness, invasive medical procedures, or a frightening health event<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">When trauma is not processed, it tends to stay in the body and mind in ways that affect daily life. PTSD is one outcome \u2014 a condition characterised by specific, persistent symptoms following a traumatic event.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">Signs of trauma or PTSD may include:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Intrusive memories or flashbacks<\/strong> \u2013 Unwanted, vivid recollections of the event that feel as though it is happening again<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Nightmares<\/strong> \u2013 Disturbing dreams related to the trauma that disrupt sleep and leave you feeling unsafe or unsettled<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Avoidance<\/strong> \u2013 Steering clear of people, places, conversations, or situations that remind you of what happened<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Hypervigilance<\/strong> \u2013 A constant state of alertness, as though danger is always nearby \u2014 difficulty relaxing, exaggerated startle responses, or trouble feeling safe<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Emotional numbing<\/strong> \u2013 Feeling detached from yourself or others, unable to experience positive emotions, or going through life feeling flat and disconnected<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Negative beliefs about self or the world<\/strong> \u2013 Persistent thoughts such as &#8220;I am to blame&#8221;, &#8220;I am permanently damaged&#8221;, or &#8220;nowhere is safe&#8221;<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Physical symptoms<\/strong> \u2013 Tension, fatigue, sleep disturbance, or a body that remains in a state of stress long after the threat has passed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">Not everyone who has experienced trauma will develop PTSD \u2014 and not all trauma looks the same. Some people are acutely aware of the impact; others carry it quietly for years without connecting their current struggles to past experiences.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">At Singapore Counselling Centre, our counsellors are trained in trauma-informed approaches and can provide a safe, paced space to process what you have been through. Approaches may include trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), and other evidence-informed methods suited to your needs and readiness.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">Healing from trauma is possible. It does not mean forgetting what happened \u2014 it means no longer being held captive by it.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  style='height:25px' class='hr hr-invisible   avia-builder-el-3  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><section id=\"text-8\" class=\"widget clearfix widget_text amr_widget\"><h3 class=\"widgettitle\">Appointment Booking<\/h3>\t\t\t<div class=\"textwidget\"><p><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Thank you for choosing the Singapore Counselling Centre (SCC). Please\u00a0refer to the booking form below to book your appointment with us. We look forward to seeing you soon!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Please note that different counselling fees apply to our\u00a0<strong>Senior Professional Counsellors<\/strong>. To view our list of counsellors, click <a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/scc.sg\/e\/practitioners\/\">here<\/a>. 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