THE CPTSD CENSUS
Every Voice Helps Shape the Future of Complex PTSD
The CPTSD Census is an annual survivor-led research initiative created by The Healing and CPTSD Foundation to better understand the lived experiences of people impacted by Complex PTSD.
By participating, you're contributing to a growing body of survivor-informed data that helps strengthen education, advocacy, research, and future systems change.
More Than a Survey
The CPTSD Census is more than a questionnaire.
It's a collective effort to document survivor experiences, strengthen awareness, inform advocacy, and ensure that the voices of people living with Complex PTSD are reflected in conversations about research, policy, and systems change.
Why We Created the CPTSD Census
For too long, the experiences of people living with Complex PTSD have been underrepresented in research, policy discussions, and public awareness.
The CPTSD Census was created to help change that.
By collecting anonymous data directly from survivors, we're building a clearer picture of the challenges, needs, barriers, and experiences that too often go unseen.
How Your Voice Creates Change
The information shared through the CPTSD Census helps us:
✓ Better understand the lived experiences of survivors
✓ Identify patterns, barriers, and unmet needs
✓ Inform educational resources and public awareness efforts
✓ Strengthen advocacy and systems change initiatives
✓ Support survivor-informed reports and future research
Every response helps us better understand the realities of living with Complex PTSD.
Who can Participate?
You may participate if you:
✓ Identify as having Complex PTSD or believe you may have Complex PTSD
✓ Are 18 years of age or older
✓ Feel comfortable sharing your experiences anonymously
Partcipation is completely voluntary.
Privacy & Confidentiality
The CPTSD Census is anonymous.
You may skip any question you don't wish to answer, and no identifying information is required unless you choose to provide it for follow-up opportunities.
Your individual responses are never publicly shared.
Together, We're Building a Better Understanding
Every response helps increase understanding of Complex PTSD.
Every story contributes to a larger picture.
Every voice helps move us toward a future where survivors are better understood, recognized, and supported.
Our Annual Reports
Each year, we analyze the data collected through the CPTSD Census and publish a report highlighting key findings, emerging themes, and insights from the survivor community.
These reports are designed to inform survivors, professionals, researchers, policymakers, educators, and the public.
Want to Get More Involved?
Participating in the CPTSD Census is one meaningful way to help advance awareness, research, and recognition of Complex PTSD. If you'd like to continue making an impact, we invite you to join the CPTSD Alliance.
The CPTSD Alliance brings together survivors, professionals, organizations, researchers, advocates, and supporters who are committed to creating meaningful change through education, advocacy, research, and awareness.
✓ Stay informed about Foundation initiatives
✓ Learn about advocacy and volunteer opportunities
✓ Participate in future campaigns and projects
✓ Help advance recognition of Complex PTSD