When traumatic experiences leave your child haunted by memories, nightmares or sudden fear, the distress can feel endless. Parents often feel helpless and worried about doing the wrong thing. Growing Minds Therapy delivers specialist PTSD treatment for young people within a calm, compassionate setting that prioritises safety and trust.
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder in children and young people requires careful, skilled support. Growing Minds Therapy offers dedicated PTSD treatment for young people using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy approaches shown to be effective in CAMHS services. We create a secure environment where young people can process difficult experiences without feeling overwhelmed.
Our trauma-informed CBT helps children understand their reactions and develop reliable ways to feel safe again. With more than 20 years of experience, we move slowly and respectfully, always checking that the young person feels ready for the next step. Parents receive guidance on how to respond to trauma-related behaviours at home with patience rather than pressure.
We address the full range of PTSD symptoms including intrusive memories, avoidance, heightened anxiety and low mood. Every programme is shaped to the individual young person. The gentle-care focus ensures that therapy itself does not add to existing distress but instead offers steady reassurance that recovery is possible.
Growing Minds Therapy stands beside families during this difficult time. We combine clinical expertise with genuine compassion, helping young people regain a sense of control and hope while giving parents clear, practical strategies they can use every day.
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Trauma and Related Symptoms We Support
We provide specialist PTSD treatment for young people who have experienced trauma. Our CBT also addresses associated difficulties including anxiety, panic, phobias, depression and school avoidance that can develop alongside post-traumatic stress. All support follows evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy principles.
Family Guidance Throughout PTSD Recovery
We offer clear advice to parents on supporting their child outside of sessions. This includes help with nightmares, flashbacks, and avoidance behaviours. Ongoing access to guidance helps families maintain progress and manage setbacks with confidence and calm.
How We Deliver PTSD Treatment
Our PTSD treatment for young people is grounded in specialist Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. We use trauma-focused techniques adapted for children, always delivered with patience and sensitivity. The approach follows methods used in CAMHS, emphasising safety, trust and gradual processing of difficult experiences.
The Step-by-Step PTSD Support Process
Contact begins with a gentle conversation about your concerns. We explain how our PTSD treatment works and what to expect. Early sessions focus on building safety and teaching calming skills before any trauma processing begins. We involve parents appropriately and provide ongoing explanations so everyone understands the purpose of each stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my child has PTSD?
Common signs include repeated upsetting memories, avoidance of reminders, sleep difficulties, irritability or emotional numbness. Our specialist assessment identifies whether CBT for trauma would be appropriate.
Is it safe for children to revisit traumatic memories in therapy?
We only move at the child's pace and only when they feel ready. Our gentle-care approach ensures safety remains the priority throughout every stage of PTSD treatment.
Can parents be involved in PTSD treatment?
Yes. We carefully decide together how and when parental involvement is most helpful. This helps parents support their child effectively while respecting the young person's need for privacy when appropriate.
How does CBT help with nightmares and flashbacks?
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy teaches specific techniques to reduce the power of intrusive memories and improve sleep. We also help children develop reliable ways to feel safe in the present moment.
Will school avoidance improve with PTSD treatment?
When school avoidance is connected to trauma, our integrated CBT approach addresses both the post-traumatic symptoms and the avoidance behaviour together.
What makes your PTSD treatment different?
We combine evidence-based CBT methods used in CAMHS with a strong emphasis on gentle care, emotional safety and family partnership throughout the entire process.