Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can develop after experiences such as an accident, assault, violence, sudden loss, medical emergencies or a disaster. People may relive the event through flashbacks or nightmares, avoid reminders, feel constantly on guard, or feel emotionally numb and disconnected.
Our approach
Care begins with making you feel safe and understood. Dr. Sneha Sharma uses trauma-focused therapies, such as trauma-focused CBT, along with medicines where they help with sleep, anxiety or low mood. Treatment moves at your pace — you will never be pushed to talk about more than you are ready to.
Common signs & symptoms
- Flashbacks or distressing memories
- Nightmares and disturbed sleep
- Avoiding places or reminders of the event
- Feeling constantly on edge or easily startled
- Emotional numbness or detachment
- Guilt, shame or anger
- Difficulty concentrating
- Low mood or anxiety
How ptsd & trauma is treated
Trauma-focused CBT
Processes the memory safely and reduces its hold on you.
Medicines
Help with sleep, anxiety and mood while therapy works.
Grounding skills
Practical tools to manage flashbacks and panic.
When should you see a psychiatrist?
Seek help if symptoms persist for more than a month after the event, or are affecting your sleep, work or relationships.
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Medically reviewed by Dr. Sneha Sharma, MBBS, MD Psychiatry · Last updated 3 November 2026. This page is for information and does not replace a consultation.