It is never easy to deal with traumatic experiences and resulting PTSD symptoms. There are 3 in Wellington, New Zealand that can help you begin your healing journey. Although each person’s experience of trauma and PTSD is unique, there are some common symptoms which include:

Physical sensations such as pain, trembling, sweating or nausea
Experiencing emotions that you went through during the trauma
Feeling like nobody will understand what you are going through
Feeling unable to trust anyone
Overwhelming negative emotions such as guilt, shame, sadness and anxiety
A sensation of emotional numbness
Repetitive thoughts about how you could have changed or avoided the traumatic event
Experiencing 'hypervigilance' or extreme alertness

If you have any of these symptoms, reach out for help – you don’t have to be alone in your struggle. There is hope on the horizon and people who understand what you are going through.

Dealing with experiences that have left us with wounds can feel daunting. It’s okay to be overwhelmed by what you are going through. But you don’t have to do it alone – there are people in Wellington, New Zealand who understand and are here to support you.

If you feel like you might need support with trauma and PTSD, try reaching out to a hotline in Wellington, New Zealand. It's free and confidential.

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