Call For Writers

We welcome contributions from writers of all backgrounds. Whether you are a seasoned professional or a first-time blogger, our editorial team is committed to helping you refine your voice and share your message effectively.

Content & Structure

• Word Count: Submissions should generally fall between 600 and 1,200 words. However, we prioritize quality over length; exceptions may be made at the editor’s discretion.

• Engaging Headlines: Please provide a compelling title between 3 and 10 words. Headlines should pique the reader’s interest and clearly communicate the article’s value without being overly cryptic.

• Readability: To enhance user experience, use subheadings and bullet points to break up dense text. This makes the content more accessible and easier to navigate.

• Narrative Voice: We accept pieces written in either the first or third person, depending on the nature of the topic.

Editorial Standards

• Reader Value: Every post should offer meaningful insight, unique perspectives, or actionable information that enriches the reader’s understanding of mental health.

• Citations: Credibility is paramount. All data, statistics, and clinical claims must be cited. Any quoted material must be properly attributed to the original source.

• Grammar & Clarity: We recommend using tools like Grammarly prior to submission. Please aim for concise sentences and consistent verb tenses to ensure a professional flow.

Integrity and AI Policy

Our priority is providing our community with authentic, evidence-based, and empathetic mental health resources. To maintain the trust of our readers and ensure the highest ethical standards, we require all guest contributors to adhere to the following additional editorial requirements:

While we recognize that AI tools (like ChatGPT or Gemini) can assist with outlining or brainstorming, we do not accept content primarily generated by AI.Human-Centric Content: Mental health advice must be grounded in human experience and professional expertise. AI-generated text often lacks the nuance and clinical accuracy required for our audience.

Verification: If you use AI to assist your process, you are 100% responsible for the accuracy of every claim made. AI is known to “hallucinate” facts, citations, and medical data.

Intellectual Property & Permissions

We take plagiarism and copyright infringement seriously. By submitting content, you confirm that:

• Originality: The content you submit is your own original creation.
• Attribution: Proper credit is given to any ideas, quotes, or data that are not your own.
• Third-Party Consent: If you include intellectual property belonging to others (e.g., specific therapeutic frameworks, proprietary tools, graphics, or long-form excerpts), you must have written permission from the copyright holder to share it with CPTSD Foundation before your article will be published as well as citing the source in your work itself.
• Case Studies: If sharing clinical anecdotes or “client stories,” all identifying information must be changed to protect privacy, or explicit written consent must be obtained.

Visuals & Formatting

• Imagery: To ensure full compliance with copyright laws, our team will select and provide a royalty-free featured image that aligns with your theme. We kindly ask that you do not submit personal photos or external artwork.

• Author Profiles: Contributors are encouraged to provide a brief bio (2–3 sentences) and a professional headshot. You may include links to your social media or personal website.

  • Note: We respect your privacy. If you prefer to remain anonymous or use a pseudonym, please notify us upon submission.

Simply fill out the form below and we’ll respond back to you as soon as we’ve had an opportunity to review your submission. We appreciate your patience during this process as we strive to repond back within 7 business days.