Safe Recovery Program
About Safe Recovery Program
The Safe Recovery Program provides a safe treatment setting for participants to gain an understanding of the impact of trauma on their daily functioning and learn skills to manage their thinking and regulate their emotional responses as well as fostering a support network. The aim is to assist participants to develop a deeper understanding of this complex condition, promote healing and resilience and improve relationships.
This program may be suitable for you if:
- Are using unhelpful strategies as a way to try and cope with the trauma.
- You have a diagnosis of PTSD and are willing to learn new skills to change the way you feel.
- Are easily triggered and hyper vigilant in everyday situations.
- Would like assistance with managing your symptoms of PTSD.
- You feel stuck in the way you feel and would love to learn how to get out of this cycle.
Program content
- Understanding PTSD
- Trauma and the Brain and body
- Window of Tolerance
- Avoidance and anxiety management
- Exposure therapy
- Understanding depression
- Theories on feel good chemicals – dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, CABA, endorphins
- Behavioural Activation
- Early Warning signs
- Understanding emotions and emotional regulation skills
- Introduction to anger, guilt and shame
- Negative cognitions & cognitive restructuring techniques
- Core beliefs and trauma
- Intrusive thoughts and nightmare rescripting
- Sleep hygiene
- Self-compassion & gratitude
- Acceptance and personal strengths
- Resilience & Post traumatic growth
- Mindfulness & grounding
- Goal setting and forward recovery planning
What you will experience
Attend a pre-program assessment prior to commencing the program. The aim is to consider goals & discuss details of the program. You will participate group sessions with 8-10 participants. The group is led by qualified mental health trained professionals who will support the learning practical skills & evidence-based strategies. It includes learning new skills & practicing during & between sessions as part of weekly homework which are discussed.
Treatment objectives
Objective 1
Provide foundational knowledge about PTSD and it impacts on functioning.
Objective 2
Increase positive coping skills.
Objective 3
Develop an awareness and sense of control over emotions and behaviour..
Objective 4
Improve functioning in everyday life and living with past traumas.
Objective 5
Provide knowledge and skills to assist with forward recovery planning.
What's included
Education
To develop or refine new skills and strategies.
Workbooks
To guide you though education, reflection and exercises designed to tackle your symptoms.
How to get started
Individuals interested in attending this program will need a referral from a Psychiatrist with admission rights to Townsville Private Clinic. Please discuss the group with your treating psychiatrist or contact the Townsville Private Clinic Admissions & Assessment team on 1800 884 767.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will find this program helpful?
This program is available for those who have a diagnosis of PTSD and who would like to gain a better understanding of PTSD and managing symptoms.
How much dose it cost?
You will be admitted as a day patient and as such, can claim the cost via your private health fund. All health funds have different rules. Please check with Townsville Private Clinic Day Program administration, who will advise you of any applicable out-of-pocket excess or gap costs that you will incur. Townsville Private Clinic is also an accredited NDIS provided, as such you may utilise NDIS funding to cover the costs of the program.
When does this treatment start, and how long does it take?
The Safe Recovery Program is a 8 week program. It is held twice a week. Each session runs from 8:45am until 2:30pm. Morning tea and lunch is provided. Please confirm days and group commencement dates with Day Program Administration staff.
