Trauma and PTSD Treatment in Jaipur

Understanding Trauma and PTSD

Most people have strong reactions in the first days and weeks after a traumatic event, and these usually settle with time and support. When symptoms last more than a month and interfere with life, the person may have PTSD. It can also begin months after the event, or follow repeated trauma such as long-term abuse or domestic violence, which can cause deeper difficulties with emotions and relationships.

PTSD is not a sign of weakness. It reflects how the brain’s threat system responds to overwhelming danger. It often occurs alongside depression, anxiety, sleep problems and alcohol or substance use, and these are treated together.

Common signs and symptoms

• Unwanted, vivid memories or flashbacks of the event
• Nightmares and disturbed sleep
• Intense distress or physical reactions to reminders
• Avoiding places, people, conversations or travel linked to the event
• Feeling numb, detached or unable to feel happy
• Guilt, shame or blaming yourself
• Being constantly on guard and easily startled
• Irritability, anger or difficulty concentrating
• In children: replaying the event in play, clinginess or new fears

Causes and risk factors

• Road accidents and serious injuries
• Physical or sexual assault, abuse or domestic violence
• Sudden or violent death of a loved one
• Natural disasters, fires or other life-threatening events
• Traumatic childbirth or medical experiences
• Earlier trauma, little support afterwards, or ongoing stress

When should you see a psychiatrist?

Consider booking an appointment if these difficulties have lasted more than two weeks, keep coming back, or are affecting your work, studies, relationships or daily routine. You do not need to wait until things feel unbearable; early treatment is usually shorter and more effective.

How Dr. Surabhi Mathur makes a diagnosis

Your first consultation is an unhurried conversation about your symptoms, how long they have been present, your medical and family history, sleep, stress and any substance use. Where needed, Dr. Mathur uses standard rating scales and may suggest blood tests to rule out physical causes such as thyroid or vitamin problems. You leave with a clear explanation of what is happening and a treatment plan you have agreed to.

Treatment options

• Safe, paced assessment

  Understanding your symptoms and how they affect your life, without needing to describe the event in detail before you are ready.

• Trauma-focused CBT

  The most effective talking treatment for PTSD: gradually processing the memory, changing beliefs such as ‘it was my fault’, and reclaiming the places and activities you have been avoiding.

• Medication

  SSRIs and related medicines reduce PTSD symptoms, depression and anxiety, and are not habit-forming. Sleep and nightmares can also be treated directly.

• Stabilisation skills

  Grounding and breathing techniques for flashbacks and distress, so you feel more in control from day to day.

• Family and child support

  Guidance for families on how to help, and child-friendly therapy for children and teenagers who have been through trauma.

How long does treatment take?

Many people notice a real improvement within three to four months of trauma-focused therapy, and medication usually starts to help within six to eight weeks. Even PTSD that has lasted for years can respond well to treatment.

Why choose Dr. Surabhi Mathur in Jaipur?

• MBBS, MD (Psychiatry), Consultant Psychiatrist at Narayana Hospital
• Trained in psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Plans that combine therapy, medication and lifestyle care
• Strictly confidential, non-judgmental consultations
• Clinic in Nirman Nagar, Mon–Sat by appointment
• Hospital care at Narayana Hospital when it is needed