Patricia A. Resick
About the Author
Dr. Patricia A. Resick is a renowned clinical psychologist and leading expert in the field of trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), with decades of groundbreaking research and clinical practice shaping modern therapeutic approaches. As a professor emerita at Duke University School of Medicine, she developed Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), a highly effective evidence-based treatment for PTSD that has transformed care for survivors of sexual assault, combat, and other traumas. Her work emphasizes empowering individuals through cognitive restructuring to reclaim their lives, and she has trained thousands of clinicians worldwide. Resick's contributions extend to policy advocacy and education, making complex psychological science accessible and actionable for both professionals and the public.
