Psychological First Aid (PFA) is an internationally recognised model to help people and communities in the immediate aftermath of traumatic incidents.
PFA offers a flexible, practical framework for supporting our colleagues and fellow citizens.
Find out more about PFA below.
Psychological First Aid (PFA) recognises that social support is central to recovery in the aftermath of trauma exposure.
PFA is not counselling and doesn't need to be provided by clinicians. Instead, it is based on a set of principles that we know help people recover following traumatic event(s).
PFA aims to redress the harm trauma causes. It promotes safety, restores control and choice, and builds connection.
To understand more about how traumatic events can affect any of us, have a look at Understanding my response to trauma and stress .