Support for Those Who’ve Served
This work is deeply personal to me. My father served with the King’s Own Scottish Borderers, was awarded the Queen’s Commendation, and I was born in a military hospital. I grew up in a military family, surrounded by the values of service, loyalty, and quiet resilience that stay with you for life.
Today, Kim and I at The Manse Method® are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, formalising our commitment to supporting serving personnel, veterans, and their families. It reflects not just what we do, but who we are.
I’m also an honorary member of Folkestone Veterans Breakfast Club and a proud supporter of Veterans United Against Suicide. I understand that the impact of service doesn’t end when the uniform comes off and that for many veterans, the hardest battles begin after service.
At The Manse Method®, we want to give something back in a way that genuinely helps. That’s why we offer your first session completely free, no pressure, no judgement, and no need to talk about the past.
It’s simply an opportunity to experience how The Manse Method® can help you release the emotional weight of what’s behind you and move forward with strength, clarity, and peace.
What is PTSD
What PTSD Really Is
PTSD isn’t a sign of weakness, it’s your brain’s way of staying on guard after overwhelming experiences. It keeps the body ready for danger, even when the threat is long gone.
How It Shows Up
The signs can be subtle or intense: flashbacks, nightmares, anxiety, irritability, emotional numbness, or always feeling “on edge.” It can also show as avoidance, steering clear of people, places, or memories.
Why It Persists
PTSD isn’t just in your mind, it’s a memory loop your brain hasn’t been able to switch off. Even when you know you’re safe, the emotional charge from the past keeps replaying, shaping how you feel, react, and live.
How The Manse Method® Helps
The Manse Method® works directly with how traumatic memories are stored, gently removing their emotional charge without needing to relive or talk about them. You’ll still remember what happened, but it stops controlling your present.