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Trauma & PTS Retreat
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Trauma & PTS Retreat
Goal
Increased understanding of Trauma & PTS (psychoeducation). Identify and address the events and issues underlying Trauma & PTS
Correct irrational thinking which leads to Trauma & PTS and interpersonal problems.
Effectively manage anxiety and stress. Restore a positive sense of self, your self-esteem
Trauma and PTS can be debilitating and damaging forces in people’s lives.
Trauma and PTS is often described as feeling disconnected from others and experiencing constant dread, paranoia and a sense of distrust. Many believe they are alone in their pain. In reality, majority of people have experienced some form of traumatic event and continue to live with its legacy.
The Cabin Wellness offers trauma-informed treatment through our Changing Pathways programme and specialist Trauma Programme, which teaches healthy coping strategies and emotional support to help clients overcome trauma and PTS and lead a happy and productive life. The program believes in living life with acceptance of past and a future as broad as one’s values, but requires learning to let go of certain problem-solving and accepting feelings and thoughts as they are.
The people you’ll work with
You’ll be matched with a primary therapist when you arrive, and the same small team stays with you from your first assessment to the day you fly home. Between them they hold postgraduate qualifications in counselling psychology and decades of residential experience — though what most people notice first is that they remember your name and your pace.
Ryan Eripse
Clinical Director
BAPSA M9898337
ASCHP 2073411
Sharon Filbeck
Counsellor
PhD Counselling Psychology
Anushree Peddhadda
Counsellor
BSc (Hons), MA Counselling Psychology
Harald van Geest
15+ years of dual diagnosis
Tanya van Leeuwen
Primary Therapist
7+ years of residential
Alexandria Barley
17 years residential and mental health care
More than the treatment
BREAK FREE FROM YOUR OLD LIFE IF YOU WANT TO START A NEW ONE
Programme Content
COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPY (CBT)
You will receive two individual counselling sessions each week with a trauma-trained therapist. These sessions include CBT to address maladaptive thinking associated with the traumatic events, and allow effective cognitive restructuring.
TRAUMA RESILIENCY MODEL (TRM) SKILLS BUILDING
TRM is a body-based somatic therapy that aims to reset your nervous system, which has been significantly disrupted by trauma. You will learn to observe and track your nervous system responses when you feel stressed, anxious or depressed. We also teach you mindfulness-based skills to bring yourself back into balance whenever you need.
POST-INDUCTION THERAPY (PIT)
Pia Mellody’s Post-Induction Therapy (PIT), used at The Meadows, is based on the idea that all maladaptive behaviours are rooted in the events we experience as children. PIT helps to uncover and heal the childhood traumas lying at the core of your current issues, so you can reverse their impact.
EYE MOVEMENT
DESENSITISATION AND REPROCESSING (EMDR)
EMDR is designed to help you heal from symptoms linked with traumatic memories through a physiological process that allows you to view past events in a less traumatic way. It uses bi-lateral eye movements, which aid in moving painful memories from the forefront of your mind into your long- term memory. Just eight sessions of EMDR have been shown to dramatically reduce symptoms of PTS.
TRAUMA/TENSION RELEASING EXERCISE (TRE) YOGA
TRE yoga helps release the tension associated with trauma and PTS by using exercises to release muscles that are triggered during the fight-or-flight response, and tend to stay contracted until the initial trauma has been resolved.
HOLISTIC WELLNESS THERAPIES
We offer a variety of alternative treatments to enhance your therapy experience and help you heal as a whole. These include:
- Mindfulness meditation
- Massage therapy
- Yoga
- Fitness exercise
- Art therapy
The Cabin Wellness Offers a Tranquil and Peaceful Setting in Which To Heal
We at The Cabin Wellness, take your mental, emotional and spiritual wellbeing extremely seriously. We pride ourselves in the knowledge that clinicians and professionals from around the world trust us more than any other treatment facility in Asia because of our unmatched reputation for quality treatment programmes, professional integrity, as well as proven results.
In addition to our world-class treatment programme, clients are far from their usual triggers and can enjoy the chance to go on a range of exciting excursions in one of the world’s greatest adventure destinations, Chiang Mai. All of our Wellness treatment programmes are inclusive of private accommodation, all meals, individual and group counselling sessions, fitness therapy, massage treatment, weekly excursions, and comprehensive aftercare.
Signs and Symptoms of Trauma & PTS
Life-threatening or distressing events such as those mentioned above can result in psychological trauma
Some of the signs and symptoms of trauma include:
- Problems within your relationship
- Mistrust
- Anger
- Depression
- Not being able to engage in previous activities such as work and recreation
- Problems with self-esteem
- Denial immediately following the event
Quite often the effects of trauma fade over time, however, when these effects persist beyond a reasonable time-frame people may require professional treatment.
There are some people who will go on to develop Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS), a health condition which can result from trauma.
Some of the Signs and Symptoms of PTS include:
- Hyperarousal (common as a result of sexual trauma)
- Hypervigilance
- A distorted perception of threats
- Mood swings and irritability
- Feelings of numbness or disconnectedness
- Withdrawal from otherwise enjoyable social situations
- Feelings of shame and guilt
- Fatigue
- Inability to focus
- Flashbacks
It is worth noting that people who have experienced sexual trauma are at a higher risk of developing PTS.
People with PTS can be emotionally triggered by anything that reminds them of the event that caused their trauma.
Reach Out for Help
TALK WITH OUR ADMISSION TEAM
We Are Available 24/7 For You Or Your Loved Ones
If you or someone you love is struggling, we’re here for you. Instead of a quick fix, our compassionate team of experts at The Cabin is waiting to help you begin your journey toward long-term recovery that focuses on the whole person by addressing any underlying mental health conditions or trauma.
When you call, they will lead you through a series of questions to determine if The Cabin is a good fit, and how soon your treatment can begin. If you are interested in The Cabin for yourself or a loved one, call or fill out an admissions form today!
Treating Post-Traumatic Stress at
The Cabin Wellness
Healing from trauma is not about reliving what happened. It is about building the safety, understanding and emotional skills you need to work through those experiences, at a pace that feels manageable for you.
At The Cabin, trauma-informed care is delivered through two routes, depending on what you need:
- Changing Pathways – our core programme. It helps you understand the deeper experiences, emotional needs and coping patterns that shape how you feel and act today.
- The Trauma Programme – our specialist track. For those who need more intensive trauma work, this programme focuses on recovery from trauma, including PTSD and complex PTSD. It helps you rebuild a sense of safety, stability and connection.
Treatment focuses on helping you:
- Improve emotional regulation
- Build resilience and coping skills
- Restore a greater sense of safety and stability
- Strengthen relationships and support systems
- Develop a foundation for long-term wellbeing
Your journey begins with a full assessment by our experienced clinical team. This helps us understand the impact of your trauma, identify any co-occurring concerns such as anxiety or depression, and build a personalised treatment plan. Alongside therapy, you will take part in mindfulness practice, exercise, relaxation therapies and healthy daily routines.
Recovery continues after you leave. Our aftercare offers ongoing support, resources and connection, including reunions, workshops and seminars, so you can keep your progress and face future challenges with confidence.
If the old ways of coping no longer work for you, we can help you find a new way forward.
