Complex PTSD

Complex PTSD, often called CPTSD, usually reflects the effects of repeated or long-term trauma rather than a single event. In addition to classic PTSD symptoms, people may struggle with chronic shame, emotional dysregulation, relationship difficulty, dissociation, or a fragmented sense of self.

Therapy for complex PTSD often needs to be paced carefully and include both stabilization and deeper trauma work.

FAQ

How is CPTSD different from PTSD?

CPTSD often includes broader difficulties with identity, self-worth, regulation, and relationships alongside trauma symptoms.

Can complex PTSD improve?

Yes. Treatment can help build safety, stability, emotional understanding, and healthier patterns over time.

Need Support for Complex Trauma Patterns?

Therapy can help you make sense of the lasting effects of repeated trauma and move toward healing.