The Centre for Trauma Resilience and Growth

The majority of people exposed to a serious traumatic event often find they will recover in time with few ill effects, although they often find that their attitude and outlook on life changes as a result of their experience - sometimes in a positive way in which they report that they feel they have benefited in some way through an enhanced appreciation of life, and the development of new values about what is important. However, some people may develop a range of problems in living; some may develop phobias, problems with social interaction and cut themselves off from family and friends. Other problems include depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress. There is hope, however, for those affected if they seek help sooner rather than later.

Please note - Referrals

We are currently open to referrals from both Nottingham City and Nottingham County GP Practices. We are unable to accept self-referrals. Referrers can contact: traumacentre@nottshc.nhs.uk 

Contact us

For general enquiries, please email traumacentre@nottshc.nhs.uk. Our direct line is 0115 8542225, which has secure voicemail.

We are based at the Mandala Centre, Gregory Boulevard, Nottingham NG7 6LB. This is a 15-20 minute walk from Nottingham city centre and is near bus and tram links, including the Forest Park and Ride .  We share the Mandala Centre building with two other clinical teams.

Self help

• Coping with a traumatic event [pdf] 331KB
• Coping with a traumatic event (in Polish) [pdf] 592KB
• Post Traumatic Stress Disorder - the facts [pdf] 118KB

 

Critical Incident Stress Management - Peer Support training for small groups

The Peer Support programme for workplace trauma support/critical incident stress management (CISM) has been delivered to emergency services in the UK and beyond, together with major humanitarian aid organisations such as the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and the International Committee for the Red Cross (ICRC) for over two decades. Training can also be customised for organisations, together with refreshers and related training in workplace trauma support.

Find out more about Peer Support training.pdf

To book training or enquire further about the Peer Support training/customised courses, please email: traumacentre@nottshc.nhs.uk