PTSD Resolution, a military veterans mental health charity, has announced the launch of their new programme, FAITH (Family Assistance & Intervention for Trauma Healing), aimed at supporting families of armed forces veterans who are living with trauma. The initiative is a response to the increasing evidence that trauma can have a significant impact on not only the sufferer but also their family members and entire households.
Through a nationwide network of 200 qualified Human Givens therapists, PTSD Resolution provides free and prompt access to trauma therapy for veterans. With the launch of FAITH, the charity will now also be offering support to family members of veterans, without the need for a GP referral or diagnosis. The decision to expand their services comes after a successful pilot programme that showed a 68% improvement in mental health outcomes for family members who received therapy from the charity.
Recent data from PTSD Resolution shows that 17% of their clients are related to veterans, with 65% of these referrals being partners and 32% being children. The remaining 3% includes parents and siblings who have been affected by living with a trauma-affected veteran.
According to Colonel Tony Gauvain (retired), Chairman and founder of PTSD Resolution, the launch of FAITH marks a significant step in military mental health support. He explains, “When a veteran struggles with trauma, the entire family may be bearing that burden. Our data shows that with proper support, families can heal together. With our growing understanding of the issues, 68% of clients see a reliable improvement after therapy. This programme offers hope to thousands of families across the UK.”
The success of the programme is attributed to the charity’s comprehensive approach, which includes personalized treatment plans, an average of seven therapy sessions per family member, individual and joint family sessions, continuous progress monitoring, and the choice of in-person or online therapy. The programme also offers immediate access without any waiting lists.
Dr. Ben Grall, a Specialty Doctor and member of Change Grow Live’s Veterans Task Force, comments on the importance of FAITH in addressing a critical gap in veteran support services. He says, “The programme’s focus on the whole family unit, combined with its impressive recovery rates, makes it a vital resource for military families struggling with the impact of trauma. The ability to access treatment without lengthy referral processes is particularly significant.”
The latest data from PTSD Resolution shows a reliable improvement in 68% of clients after therapy. As the charity continues to stay committed to providing prompt and effective treatment, the FAITH programme builds on their established record in veterans’ mental health support. Accredited by the Royal College of Psychiatrists’ Quality Network for Veterans Mental Health Services, the charity also offers free support to veterans, reservists, and their families.
To support the charity’s cause, donations can be doubled by a sponsor during the Big Give week, from December 3rd to 10th, 2024.
Families seeking support can access FAITH services immediately by calling 0300 302 0551 or visiting www.ptsdresolution.org.
Notes to Editors:
PTSD Resolution is a UK charity that provides mental health therapy for forces’ veterans, reservists, and their families. The charity has helped over 4,500 people to date, with an average treatment cost of £940 per person. All treatment is provided free of charge to beneficiaries.
The charity operates with no salaried staff or assets, ensuring that 93% of donations go directly towards treatment delivery. PTSD Resolution is accredited by the Royal College of Psychiatrists and works exclusively with qualified Human Givens therapists.
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