Recovery at Combat Stress

Our specialist treatment aims to help as many veterans as possible recover from PTSD. Dr Naomi Wilson, our Clinical Director, shares what this means to the veterans we help.

“For over a century, we’ve provided specialist mental health treatment and support for veterans struggling with the impact of trauma experienced during military careers. We believe recovery is possible with the right treatment, compassion and care. Recovery is not simply about reducing symptoms; it’s also about empowering veterans to manage their mental wellbeing, improve their quality of life, and reconnect with themselves and their communities.

Recovery means something different for every veteran. We aim to help all those who seek our support to be able to live the life they want for themselves, without the debilitating effects of PTSD shaping their every day. After receiving our treatment, most veterans no longer have PTSD.

Although some mental health difficulties may remain, they’re typically at a much lower level, meaning veterans are able to invest in their life and thrive in a way that wasn’t possible before. For some, recovery means returning to work or education. For others, it’s simply being able to enjoy time with family, walk into a crowded room without fear, or sleep through the night.

The work we do is life-changing and often lifesaving. No one else does what we do. I’m hugely proud to say that, on average, 73% of those who undertake our treatment recover from PTSD.

This is an incredible impact and significantly above the recovery rate for PTSD of other mental health services. Our job is restore hope to the veterans and their families who seek our help so they can recover and live the full and meaningful lives they deserve. I am immensely proud to say that this is what we are doing at Combat Stress every day.”