Christine A. Courtois
4 books
About the Author
Christine A. Courtois, PhD, ABPP, is a renowned clinical psychologist and trauma expert with over four decades of experience in the field of mental health. She has dedicated her career to understanding and treating complex traumatic stress disorders, particularly those stemming from prolonged childhood abuse and interpersonal violence. As a pioneer in the integration of relational and evidence-based approaches to psychotherapy, Courtois has trained thousands of professionals worldwide through workshops, consultations, and her influential writings. Her work emphasizes the importance of sequenced, trauma-informed care that fosters safety, trust, and resilience in survivors. A diplomate of the American Board of Professional Psychology, she maintains a private practice in Washington, DC, while continuing to advance the discourse on trauma recovery through research and advocacy.
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scholarly
empathetic
evidence-based
Books by Christine A. Courtois
