Psychological First Aid

Description

The three days following a traumatic event is an important time frame. Whether someone has witnessed violence, been the victim of abuse, or been caught up in a natural disaster, professional support in the short-term can have many benefits in the long-term.

Psychological First Aid is an evidence-based approach that can help groups or individuals to reduce the initial distress, develop coping behaviours, and decrease the likelihood of PTSD. Our psychosocial practitioners have provided exactly this grounding presence for people around the world following a range of crises.

WHAT WE DO

✅ Assess the person or group’s mental state

✅ Help them feel safe, calm, and in control again

✅ Prioritise their needs

✅ Help them understand their reactions

✅ Signpost to further resources

AT A GLANCE

📍 Venue: Online

⏰ Duration: 60 minutes for individuals / 90 minutes for teams

👥 Perfect for: any group or individual who has just experienced a traumatic or critical incident

💬 We say: “We can also provide psychosocial guidance to management as they respond to a crisis – ask us about this.”

 FURTHER READING

📖 Support for staff after a critical incident