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Trauma & PTSD

After a traumatic experience, it is natural to feel unsettled, anxious or disconnected. These responses are your body’s way of trying to protect you. But when those feelings last for weeks or begin to interfere with your day-to-day life, it may be time to reach out for support.

At Vivamus, our psychologists in Dubai offer therapy that is grounded in care, research and respect. Whether the trauma happened recently or many years ago, we can help you understand what you are experiencing and take steps towards recovery.

How Trauma Shows Up

Trauma affects how you think, feel and respond to the world around you. You may experience:

Flashbacks or intrusive memories
Constant tension or alertness
Difficulty sleeping or concentrating
Feeling emotionally numb or disconnected
Irritability or a sense of being easily triggered
Avoiding places, people or topics that bring reminders
Feeling unsafe, mistrustful or ashamed

These responses are common but difficult to manage. Many people try not to think about what happened, which may seem helpful at first, but often stops the brain from fully processing the memory.

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What Might Be Behind It

Trauma does not always come from one single event. It can result from something sudden, such as a car accident or medical emergency, or from ongoing experiences like childhood neglect, abuse, or loss.

Sometimes the cause is clear. Other times, it may feel harder to name. Therapy provides a safe space to explore what you have been through, without pressure or judgement.

Types of Trauma We Work With

We regularly support clients who are dealing with:

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Complex trauma or long-term exposure
Childhood trauma

Medical or surgical trauma
Birth trauma
Traumatic loss or bereavement

You do not need to have a diagnosis. If something distressing has left you feeling different or unable to move forward, therapy may be beneficial for you.

Feeling stuck or overwhelmed?

We can help you understand your symptoms and begin your recovery at a pace that feels right for you.

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How Therapy Helps

At Vivamus, we offer evidence-based therapies that are adapted to your needs. These may include:

Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT)

This involves working with your psychologist to understand how trauma has affected your beliefs, emotions and memories. By revisiting the experience in a guided way, the memory becomes less distressing and easier to live with. You will also explore new, more balanced ways of thinking about yourself and the world.

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing)

EMDR helps the brain process distressing memories using bilateral stimulation, such as guided eye movements. While focusing on a memory and its emotional impact, your psychologist will guide you through this process to reduce distress. Many people find EMDR offers relief more quickly than traditional talk therapy.

These approaches can help you:

Feel more grounded and less reactive
Reduce the intensity of distressing memories
Build a sense of safety and confidence
Reconnect with your strengths and identity

Ready to Take the Next Step?

You do not need to carry this alone. If you are feeling on edge, shut down or not quite like yourself after a traumatic experience, we are here to support you.

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Reach Out to Our Team

Whether you’re reaching out for yourself or someone you care about, taking that first step matters – and you don’t have to do it alone.

Our psychologists, counsellors, and psychiatrists in Dubai offer compassionate, professional support for anxiety, low mood, trauma, stress, relationship challenges, and many other difficulties.

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