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What is CPTSD?
Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD, C-PTSD, Complex PTSD) describes the results of ongoing, inescapable, relational trauma. Unlike Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Complex PTSD typically involves being hurt by another person. These hurts are ongoing, repeated, and often involving a betrayal and loss of safety.
Featured Programs.
Check out these featured trauma-informed resources or click the button to view all of our available programs.
Trauma-Informed peer support in a validating and supportive group atmosphere, to supplement individual healing work.
A weekly body-centered healing program focused on helping survivors engage with the present moment.
Virtual support group where adult survivors come together in a validating and encouraging atmosphere.
To further support trauma survivors, CPTSD Foundation is proud to partner with STAR Network™, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation committed to Support, Treatment, and Prevention of Narcissistic Abuse and Attachment Disorders.
Narcissistic abuse is one of the most devastating triggers for CPTSD, robbing survivors of their authenticity. STAR Network empowers STARs (Survivors of Toxic Abusive Relationships) with free and accessible meetings through its transformational program, TAR AnonⓇ.
Latest from our Blog
Weekly articles and survivor stories by guest writers, clinicians, and CPTSD Foundation staff.
The Silent Majority-and Finally Self Love
The Silent Majority - and Finally, Self-LoveBy Jesse Donahue 2024 © No matter what you think, believe, feel, say, or do, there will be a percentage of people out there who disapprove, possibly vehemently disagree with what you do, and/or who you are This essay...
What Losing All My Files Taught Me About Letting Go
The scene: a quiet Sunday evening at home. I was doing a routine password change on my online accounts. The first password to change was for my email and its cloud backup. This is where I store my entire digital life. My attempt to change the password threw an...
Mental Health Meds: Lifesavers or Emotional Chains?
Psychiatric medication can be a lifesaver or a lockbox. This trauma-informed review explains when meds help, when they blunt recovery, and how to protect patients with real assessment and informed consent.
Navigating Office Holiday Events: A Guide for Trauma Survivors
For many trauma survivors, office holiday events can feel like navigating a complex maze of triggers, social expectations, and professional boundaries. Whether you’re dealing with PTSD, complex trauma, or healing from past experiences, know that your feelings about...
Therapy Vacation: Please Don’t Go!
Today, I know how to replace the arsenal of unhealthy crutches that once helped me blot out feelings Last spring, I was surprised by how gut-punched I felt, having decided to take an 18-day hiatus from therapy. Previous lapses in my therapy schedule barely registered...
When Trauma Trolls: The Psychology of Digital Harassment No One Wants to Admit
Online harassment is often unprocessed grief and threat biology masquerading as malice. This trauma-informed analysis explains the patterns and the fixes that actually protect people.
What Community Members Are Saying.
How our programs are changing the lives of complex trauma survivors aorund the world.
Daily Recovery Support
Member
“My FRAMILY is amazing. You all are amazing and inspiring. I truly love all everyone on the calls and thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping me heal through this community.”
Healing Book Club
Member
”It is very meaningful and I feel that I have established true, authentic connections. It’s comforting to have a designated space each week that’s safe, normalizing, educational, and secure. Thank you for this incredible resource!”
Daily Recovery Support
Member
“The daily calls are helping me to take better care of myself and have boundaries. How to recognize safe people and unsafe people and receive encouragement and support that I do not get otherwise. They help me recognize I am not alone in my feelings and thoughts.”
Trauma-Friendly Meditation
Member
I have experienced significant positive effects in my life since starting this class which have impacted my life (in a medium to large way). I have found that the acceptance component taught within this style of meditation has been extremely valuable.
Additional Resources.
Check out these accessible and no-cost resources to aid in your healing journey.
Trauma-Informed Tuesday Newsletter
Direct to your inbox every week
Trauma-Friendly Meditation Classes
Monthly Live Classes or Self-Paced Course
Work with a Coach
Free discovery session to see if working with a trauma-informed coach is a good choice
About CPTSD Foundation.
Our Mission: To leave a legacy of healing for future generations by providing daily support between therapy appointments
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