After a frightening or distressing event, it's common to feel shaken for weeks.
Trauma counselling offers a safe, paced space to talk and to learn ways to feel steadier day to day. Sessions are available in Islamabad, Rawalpindi and online.
How counselling helps with trauma
Counselling focuses on safety and stabilisation first: understanding your reactions, calming your body and rebuilding daily routine. You never have to share more than you’re ready to.
- Understanding normal responses to trauma
- Grounding techniques for flashbacks and panic
- Sleep and routine support
- Rebuilding a sense of safety and control
- Support for family members
Related support: Individual counselling, Anxiety, Grief & loss.
When to seek help for trauma
Signs it may be time to talk to someone
- Flashbacks or unwanted memories of the event
- Nightmares or trouble sleeping
- Feeling constantly on guard or easily startled
- Avoiding places, people or conversations that remind you of it
- Feeling numb, detached or unusually angry
- Guilt or shame about what happened
PTSD is best treated with trauma-focused therapies delivered by a specialist clinical psychologist. When symptoms suggest PTSD, Ayesha will refer you to a specialist and can offer supportive counselling alongside.
Sessions are held in person in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, or online across Pakistan and worldwide, in Urdu or English.
If you are in immediate danger or thinking of harming yourself, go to your nearest hospital emergency department or call 1122. Counselling is not an emergency service.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to talk about what happened?
No. Early sessions focus on feeling safer and more in control. You decide what and when to share.
What is the difference between trauma and PTSD?
Many people recover naturally after trauma. PTSD is diagnosed when symptoms such as flashbacks and avoidance last more than a month and disrupt daily life.
Can trauma counselling be done online?
Yes, supportive sessions can be held online. You’ll agree a plan for what to do if you feel overwhelmed during or after a session.
What happens in the first session?
The first session focuses on understanding your concerns and agreeing on clear goals. You can ask questions and decide whether counselling feels right for you.
How much does a session cost?
Sessions are PKR XXXX. Contact us for current fees for in-person and online sessions.
Is counselling confidential?
Yes. What you share stays private. The only exception is if there is a serious risk to your safety or someone else’s, which Ayesha will explain in your first session.
