Trauma Therapy in Tirana

Trauma can result from a single event — an accident, an assault, a sudden loss — or from repeated experiences such as domestic violence, childhood neglect or bullying. Reactions after trauma are the mind's and body's way of trying to protect you. They are not a weakness.

Common signs after trauma

• memories or images that come back unwanted
• nightmares and sleep problems
• avoiding places, people or topics that remind you of the event
• feeling constantly on alert or easily startled
• emotional numbness or a sense of detachment
• irritability, guilt or shame
• difficulty trusting others and in relationships

Not every difficult experience leads to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). But if symptoms persist or limit your life, professional support helps.

How we work with trauma

Trauma work starts with safety. First we build trust and stability; then, only when you are ready, we process the difficult experiences. Our approach may include:

• careful psychological and psychiatric assessment
• trauma-informed psychotherapy
• trauma-focused cognitive behavioural therapy
• stabilisation and emotional regulation techniques
• Schema Therapy and integrative approaches
• psychiatric follow-up and, when needed, medication

You set the pace. You will never be asked to share more than you are ready to.

When to seek help

• memories or nightmares are not fading
• you are avoiding more and more situations
• you feel constantly on alert or numb
• your relationships, work or sleep are suffering

Why choose Serafeim Care

• therapists trained in trauma-informed approaches
• a safe, calm and confidential setting
• psychotherapy combined with a psychiatric perspective
• sessions at our practice or online
• care in Albanian, English, German and Greek

If you are having thoughts of harming yourself or feel in danger, call 127 or 112 immediately, or go to the nearest emergency department.