Serving in the armed forces brings with it unique challenges and experiences that can lead to lasting emotional and psychological impact. At We R Blighty, we recognise the enduring strength of our veterans while acknowledging that dealing with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and other mental health issues requires professional support and care.
Our ‘PTSD and Mental Health Support for Veterans’ initiative is focused on offering empathic assistance, referrals, and signposting for specialised therapy, and tools needed to cope, recover, and thrive past PTSD and other service-related mental health struggles.
Immediate Assistance:
Our immediate provision includes:
- Support access to externally qualified mental health professionals and councellors
- 24/7 practical and financial support
- Signposting to appropriate mental health services and treatment centres
Long-term Support and Signposting:
For sustainable healing and recovery, we offer:
- Assistance with accessing externally appropriate
- PTSD recovery support groups and programmes
- Signposting to specialised mental health services and rehabilitation centres
Our team of professionals is dedicated to providing comprehensive, individualised care plans that respect each veteran’s unique journey. We strive to create a supportive environment where our heroes can feel understood, cared for, and guided towards a better mental health state.
Remember, reaching out for help is a testament to your courage, not a sign of weakness. With appropriate care and continuous support, we’re here to assure you that recovery is within reach.
Links to Support
Operated by the NHS, The Veterans Mental Health and Wellbeing Service, also known as ‘Op COURAGE’, covers London and South East regions, offering free, specialised mental health support treatments to ex-serving members of the UK Armed Forces, service personnel transitioning to civilian life, and reservists.
You can visit their website here: https://londonveteranservice.nhs.uk/
The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) is the professional association for members of the counselling professions in the UK.
You can visit their website here: https://www.bacp.co.uk/
The British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) is a multi-disciplinary interest group for people involved in the practice and theory of behavioural and cognitive psychotherapy.
You can visit their website here: https://babcp.com/