PTSD Treatment for Incarcerated Men and Women: AV

This study is testing a trauma therapy program for people currently incarcerated who have PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) — a condition where past traumatic events cause ongoing fear, distress, and difficulty functioning. **You may be eligible if...** - You are 18 or older - You are currently incarcerated and on the trauma treatment waitlist at a Department of Corrections facility - You meet the diagnostic criteria for current PTSD (based on a standard symptom checklist within the past 2 months) - You do not have active psychotic symptoms or active suicidal thoughts with a plan - You are willing and able to participate in group therapy - Your release date is not before the treatment group ends - You have not previously participated in a CPT group with this project **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have active psychosis that would interfere with group participation - You have active suicidal ideation with intent or a specific plan - You are scheduled for release before the group therapy ends Talk to your doctor or a corrections mental health professional to see if this program is right for you.