Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET)
What is NET?
Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET) is a short-term, evidence-based therapy designed to help people who have experienced trauma. In NET, you create a detailed and chronological story of your life — including difficult or traumatic events.
Through guided storytelling, you are supported to process and make sense of these memories, helping to reduce the distress they cause. NET is often used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and is especially helpful for people who have experienced multiple or complex traumas.
The goal is to help you regain a sense of control and create a more connected, coherent narrative of your life.
Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET) is designed for people who have experienced multiple traumatic events — such as conflict, abuse, or displacement.
It’s especially helpful for those struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and who find it hard to process overwhelming memories.
NET supports you to create a clearer and more connected story of your life, helping to gently integrate difficult memories into your broader life experience.
The aim is to reduce symptoms like flashbacks, nightmares, and anxiety, and to promote a greater sense of healing and control.
Who is NET for?
In NET, you’ll find a supportive and structured environment where you’ll be gently guided to recount your life story — focusing on both difficult and positive experiences.
The therapy helps organise fragmented memories into a clear, coherent narrative, making sense of your experiences and reducing the emotional distress linked to trauma.
Sessions are paced according to your comfort, with empathy and encouragement offered every step of the way.
The goal is to empower you to reclaim your personal story and foster healing throughout the process.
Remember, healing takes time, and you will be supported throughout your journey.