Grounding Techniques

Grounding techniques help individuals reconnect with the present moment, particularly beneficial for those experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or dissociation.

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Do you experience unwanted memories, ‘space out’, or feel disconnected from what’s going on? The term for anything that takes your attention away from the present moment is ‘dissociation’.

We all do this from time to time – daydreaming or concentrating hard are both types of dissociation. However, there may be times when dissociation feels unpleasant or takes you to places you don’t want to go. For example, if you're experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), you might have upsetting intrusive memories of traumatic events.

If you struggle with dissociation, grounding techniques can help you come back to the present moment. This Grounding Techniques tool offers lots of examples, so you can try different methods and find out what works best for you.

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Grounding techniques are helpful interventions for clients with PTSD or dissociation, where intrusive memories or dissociative episodes can disconnect them from their present reality. Grounding can involve sensory stimulation (like smells and textures) or cognitive affirmations to bring focus back to the here-and-now.

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Grounding Techniques