PTSD

[KerrdN]

I’ve been diagnosed with PTSD & I went to my first assessment appointment. At it, they asked me if I wanted counselling or therapy. I’m still not sure of the difference and I’d much prefer them to tell me what they think I need.

I said I’d heard about EMDR and that sounded beneficial for trauma, so I’m going to that on Tuesday. Does anyone know what to expect or should I have went for counselling? I’m really confused.

my recent pdoc decided on my treatment .(i had to agree of course)
his rec was emdr , and mirtazapine
then he added olanzapine and said i needed more therapy and his "junior" said i needed mindfulness.
previously tried many other anti ds , cbt ,anxiety management and hypnotherapy.