Athena Petersen is the Executive Director of the CPTSD Foundation and a global advocate for complex trauma awareness, education, and recovery. Through the Foundation’s virtual programs and resources, Athena and her team provide ongoing support to trauma survivors in more than 180 countries, offering community-based resources designed to complement individual therapeutic care.
Athena is deeply committed to creating spaces where survivors feel seen, heard, respected, and valued. Her work emphasizes compassionate, accessible, and validating support while fostering connection and community for individuals navigating the impact of complex trauma.
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