How We Treat

Pioneering Trauma Recovery
Our approach is unique, offering a combination of proven and effective therapies informed by understanding the nervous system, which treat conditions that may have been difficult to target through traditional psychiatry and psychotherapy. Our staff have also been trained, informed and supervised by the world’s leading trauma experts in the most effective modalities available for treating trauma.

“I spent 4 weeks at Khiron, the layered therapies, whilst intense, made me feel safe and validated. I didn't think it was possible but my future and growth in incomparable. I have my spirit and hope back.”

Nicola, Michigan

World-Class Training & Supervision

“If you have a client or a relative who needs a type of care that is supportive enough to enable them to become who they really are, Khiron Clinics is the place to go” - Stephen Porges

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“Khiron Clinics is unique in my experience... I've been to a lot of different places and I really like the spirit there."
DR DICK SCHWARTZ

With clinicians that have been trained, informed and supervised by some of the world’s leading experts in trauma such as Dr Bessel Van Der Kolk, Dr Janina Fisher, Dr Stephen Porges, Dr Dick Schwartz, Deb Dana, Licia Sky and Linda Thai, we are constantly staying at the forefront of the most effective treatments to help our clients achieve lasting healing and recovery.

Khiron Clinics is the world’s first Polyvagal Informed certified residential clinic and revolutionises trauma therapy by embracing Dr. Stephen Porges’ groundbreaking Polyvagal theory.

Our Polyvagal Informed certification underscores our dedication to integrating this theory into our policies and practices, ensuring that every team member, from our gardener to the board, is well-versed in how the autonomic nervous system shapes responses to stress and trauma and to cues of safety.

With clinicians that have been trained, informed and supervised by some of the world’s leading experts in trauma such as Dr Bessel Van Der Kolk, Dr Janina Fisher, Dr Stephen Porges, Dr Dick Schwartz, Deb Dana, Licia Sky and Linda Thai, we are constantly staying at the forefront of the most effective treatments to help our clients achieve lasting healing and recovery.

Deb Dana Trauma Expert Bio Image

“There is only one programme that I can recommend and it is Khiron Clinics”
Dr janina fisher

Khiron Clinics is the world’s first Polyvagal Informed certified residential clinic and revolutionises trauma therapy by embracing Dr. Stephen Porges’ groundbreaking Polyvagal theory.

Deb Dana Bio Image

“It's a unique place that... is really able to offer people something that will put them on the path towards healing and isn't available anywhere else.”
Deb Dana

Our Polyvagal Informed certification underscores our dedication to integrating this theory into our policies and practices, ensuring that every team member, from our gardener to the board, is well-versed in how the autonomic nervous system shapes responses to stress and trauma and to cues of safety.

Dich Schwartz Trauma Expert Bio Image

“Khiron Clinics is unique in my experience... I've been to a lot of different places and I really like the spirit there."
DR DICK SCHWARTZ

Deb Dana Trauma Expert Bio Image

“There is only one programme that I can recommend and it is Khiron Clinics”
Dr janina fisher

Deb Dana Bio Image

“It's a unique place that... is really able to offer people something that will put them on the path towards healing and isn't available anywhere else.”
Deb Dana

What the Experts Have to Say

“Khiron Clinics very specifically knows about trauma.” - Dr Bessel Van Der Kolk

We Let the Body Do the Talking

“Trauma victims cannot recover until they become familiar with and befriend the sensations in their bodies.” - Bessel Van Der Kolk

Khiron Clinics combines a ‘top-down’ approach to treatment with a ‘bottom-up’ (somatic) approach, working with both the mind and body to address the root causes of our clients’ issues. This means we let the body’s responses and sensations guide us to uncovering and releasing stuck trauma and emotions.

This process helps to regulate our nervous system and therefore foster feelings of safety in the body and a greater sense of control over our emotions, triggers and reactions.

Because trauma often originates in relationship to others, more commonly in our early years, it continues to affect our ability to maintain healthy relationships later in life. This is why we encourage our clients in learning to practice effective communication skills, recognise triggers, and build coping mechanisms so that they can begin to experience healthy relationships in their daily lives.

By assisting individuals in befriending their defences and fostering a feeling of safety within their bodies, we steer them towards a journey of personal development, known as ‘post traumatic growth’.

Khiron Clinics combines a ‘top-down’ approach to treatment with a ‘bottom-up’ (somatic) approach, working with both the mind and body to address the root causes of our clients’ issues. This means we let the body’s responses and sensations guide us to uncovering and releasing stuck trauma and emotions.

This process helps to regulate our nervous system and therefore foster feelings of safety in the body and a greater sense of control over our emotions, triggers and reactions.

Because trauma often originates in relationship to others, more commonly in our early years, it continues to affect our ability to maintain healthy relationships later in life. This is why we encourage our clients in learning to practice effective communication skills, recognise triggers, and build coping mechanisms so that they can begin to experience healthy relationships in their daily lives.

By assisting individuals in befriending their defences and fostering a feeling of safety within their bodies, we steer them towards a journey of personal development, known as ‘post traumatic growth’.

Expand Life Skills

Increase Safety in Relationships

Express Unprocessed Emotions

Identify & Manage Triggers

Develop Resources

Understand Science of Trauma

Our Therapies

We Use the Most Up-to-date Techniques in Treating Trauma

The treatments and therapies we offer are informed by the latest research in trauma and by the trauma experts that supervise and train our clinicians.

Our therapy modalities are delivered both one-to-one and in groups, and may include but are not limited to:

  • Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (SP)
  • Somatic Experiencing (SE)
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Polyvagal informed therapy
  • Art Therapy
  • Trauma Informed Stabilisation Technique (TIST)
  • EMDR
  • Bodynamics
  • Neurofeedback
  • Brainspotting
  • Gestalt Psychotherapy
  • Neuro affective touch
  • Safe and Sound Protocol
  • Meditation and Mindfulness
  • Somatic Equine Therapy
  • Breathwork

Our comprehensive treatment programme includes a large range of group processes and other treatments, which typically include:

  • Process Group
  • Boundaries Group
  • Trauma Psychoeducation
  • Polyvagal Group
  • Mind Body Breath Practice
  • Co-regulation Group
  • Building Healthy Habits Group
  • Creative Writing Group
  • Fitness
  • Gardening
  • Somatic Awareness Group
  • Tai Chi
  • Yoga
  • Art Psychotherapy
  • Nutrition Group
  • Nutrition and Body Image
  • Music and movement Group
  • Cold Water Therapy
  • Animal Visits

Our Trauma Recovery Pathway

An Alternative to Hospital Treatment through to Outpatient Care

Khiron Clinics have developed a trauma recovery pathway that can treat clients, whatever their level of need. Our pathway starts with an alternative to hospital care, offering 24/7 personalised care in CQC registered units, to communal residential care, through to outpatient care. Every client who starts residential or outpatient treatment at Khiron Clinics will first have an assessment where they will be given a treatment recommendation which will advise where on the pathway to start and for what duration.

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Khiron Clinics Harley Street outpatient trauma treatment location

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Patients can enter the pathway at any stage

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We Arrange & Pay For Your Travel

We Want to Make Our Life-Saving Treatment Accessible, No Matter Where You Are

We cannot open a clinic everywhere, but we can help you to get to our clinics. We will organise and pay for your travel to one of our clinics from anywhere in the world.

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Every client who starts residential or outpatient treatment at Khiron Clinics will first have an assessment.

Assessments are an opportunity for you to meet with a senior member of our clinical team, share your story, understand more about the treatment Khiron Clinics delivers and get insights into the root causes of your issues.

Following your in-person or online meeting, you will receive a comprehensive written report detailing the information you have provided as well as a clinical formulation and clinical recommendation, allowing you to review the information at your own pace with your family, loved ones, or current clinical team, so that you can make the best informed decision for your needs.

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Next Steps

We Are Here to Help You Find the Path to Effective, Long Lasting Recovery.

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Get in touch with us and share your story if you feel comfortable with someone who will listen. Our team are always here to help.

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Meet with a senior member of our clinical team and get insights into the root causes of your issues, plus a written report and treatment recommendation.

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