Childbirth and Postpartum Related Trauma
The birth of a child is meant to be one of the happiest and wonderful moments of your life, but for many women and families
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Welcome to the Australian Trauma Support Centre
At the Australian Trauma Support Centre we provide a holistic approach to trauma healing and support.
We take a bigger picture look at your overall wellbeing including emotional, physical, spiritual and environmental health.
Trauma Support
A traumatic event can happen to anyone - we work with any person that has experienced trauma
Consultation
Choose from an in-person appointment or online consultation with one of our therapists
Self Care
We'll help you to develop self-care habits that enhance energy, restore health and reduce stress
Supporting all types of trauma
Trauma is a response to an event that a person finds highly physical or emotionally stressful.
There are several types of trauma, including:
There are several types of trauma, including:
- Acute trauma – a single, isolated stressful event
- Chronic trauma – repeated and prolonged exposure to stressful events
- Complex trauma – exposure to multiple traumatic events
A person who has experienced trauma may feel denial, anger, fear, sadness, shame, confusion, numbness or even guilt. Trauma can have long-term effects on the persons wellbeing and can develop into Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) if symptoms persist.
Emergency Services & War Veterans
Emergency services workers and war veterans are often exposed to highly stressful and traumatic situations at the frontline to protect and ensure the safety of
Serious Accidents
Although fatalities on the road in Australia have been decreasing every year since 1970, the rate of injuries has been increasing. The rates of injuries
Natural Disasters
Natural disasters have struck Australia on many occasions. Floods, bushfires, cyclones, drought and heatwaves have wreaked havoc on local communities and impacted many people. Any
Adults with Childhood Trauma
The experiences we have growing up as children lay the foundation for the rest of our lives. The relationships we have with our parents, friends
Childhood & Adolescent Trauma
It is reported that around two-thirds of children will experience at least one traumatic, or adverse event by the time they turn 16. Childhood and
Domestic or Family Violence
Domestic and family violence is a significant health and wellbeing issue in Australia. It affects people across all ages, socioeconomic and demographic groups, although research