PTSD and C-PTSD: Understanding trauma CPD

calendar_today 14th September 2025, 10.00am - 5.00pm
person Hypnotherapists and trainees
universal_currency_alt £95-£105
location_on Online

This CPD will give you an understanding of what PTSD and C-PTSD are, the symptoms and how they impact the survivor and their families, and how we can help as solution-focused hypnotherapists.

PTSD and C-PTSD (complex PTSD) are present more and more within therapy sessions which can be daunting to deal with, understanding that they are more than flashbacks and panic attacks. Being able to recognise and have knowledge of the symptoms and how they can impact our clients and their families, will empower our client work.

As therapists, we can give our clients back their power and the ability to move on from trauma. This full-day CPD will give you an understanding of what PTSD and C-PTSD are, the symptoms and how they impact the survivor and their families and how to help your client move from victim to survivor.

Course content

  • What is trauma, PTSD and complex PTSD?
  • The impact trauma has on the mind/brain.
  • How some can be affected and others not.
  • An understanding of symptoms of PTSD and C-PTSD.
  • Coping techniques to pass on to clients.
  • Rewind – when it is and is not suitable for trauma.
  • The importance of supporting the supporter.

The knowledge you will acquire in this CPD will give you an understanding of PTSD and C-PTSD, the symptoms and how they impact clients. Only doctors can diagnose PTSD or C-PTSD, but you will be able to recognise the symptoms, signpost clients to their GP if required and wanted, and help you support client-based work.

You will also be able to explain the benefits of the solution-focused approach when dealing with trauma, and how repeatedly talking about trauma can re-traumatise your clients and strengthen their memories and behavioural patterns. You will know how to use the solution-focused approach and gain the techniques to pass on to your clients to help them manage symptoms and regain control of their lives.

About the presenter 

Emma Jones qualified in July 2021 with CPHT gaining her HPD and DFSH. She works full-time as a hypnotherapist in her own practice in Essex, along with running anxiety workshops. She continues to work with police officers and groups that support them, which has included speaking at police exhibitions and delivering training to the Metropolitan and Wiltshire Police.

Prior to this, Emma spent over 10 years in the police as a detective working on domestic abuse, homicide, and eventually specialising in sexual offences. These roles also involved being a family liaison officer to victims or their families in the cases of murder. As an officer, she also received training on the impact of trauma on officers and victims.

“Emma had a great energy with her presenting style and her knowledge of the subject was excellent. The slides are very clear and thorough and overall the course was outstanding.” - Joe

Cost: £105 (£95 with association membership)

To book your place on this CPD, and browse other CPD events, please visit our CPHT CPD Programme page.

NB: This CPD event is for qualified hypnotherapists only.

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CPHT offers its Graduates a wide range of Solution Focused Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Courses to continue to build their knowledge after graduation or specialise in their chosen field. For more information about our CPDs please visit https://www.cpht.co.uk/training-courses/continued-professional-development

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