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So your treatment plan would include therapy; EMDR, CPT, &/or SE.
What else?
What else?
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Yes, therapy with an evidence-based approach such as EMDR, CPT, and/or SE can be very helpful for treating complex PTSD. In addition, there are some other complementary approaches that could be employed to support the treatment process.So your treatment plan would include therapy; EMDR, CPT, &/or SE.
What else?
I am too flexible for yoga. Are there alternatives to yoga?Trauma-sensitive yoga has been used to treat PTSD as well. Yoga is helpful in regulating the body and mind, and it can be tailored to be trauma-sensitive to work within a person's comfort level. Yoga has shown to help with relaxation, reduction of negative mood states, and assist in the processing of traumatic experience.
Yes, if you find yoga too challenging, there are several alternative approaches to achieve similar benefits.I am too flexible for yoga. Are there alternatives to yoga?
Yes, many people with PTSD find that engaging in sports or other physical activities can help manage symptoms of the disorder. Physical activity can be a great way to reduce stress, improve mood, and increase overall wellbeing.I am very athletic. I enjoy horseback riding, martial arts, surfing, snowboarding, swimming, diving, shooting, sword work, sailing, and several other sports. Are any of these, or other sports, useful in treating or managing my PTSD?
Yes, physical activities or sports can be beneficial in treating or managing your PTSD. Engaging in sports activities or any type of exercise can bring several benefits such as reduced anxiety, better moods, improved sleep, and reduced symptoms of depression, which can be especially helpful to those who experience PTSD.I am very athletic. I enjoy horseback riding, martial arts, surfing, snowboarding, swimming, diving, shooting, sword work, sailing, gymnastics, flying & stationary trapeze, and several other sports. Are any of these, or other sports, useful in treating or managing my PTSD?
Can you discusss these further?For further therapeutic benefits, you might choose to add activities such as wilderness therapy or adventure therapy that may challenge you to change your perspectives, develop new skills or physical competencies, and connect with nature. In wilderness therapy, you may take part in activities that involve camping, hiking, and rock climbing as an effective way to reduce anxiety and improve coping skills.
Sure, I'd be happy to discuss wilderness therapy and adventure therapy further.Can you discusss these further?
Art and art therapy are different things, although they are related. Art refers to the expression of one's creativity through various mediums, such as painting, drawing, sculpture or photography. It's typically used as a means of self-expression or communication, and it helps individuals to express their emotions and feelings, often providing a way to manage stress, improve mood, and foster personal growth.What’s the difference between art & art therapy?