A comprehensive, research-backed approach integrating DSM-5 criteria and body-based trauma assessment
Most PTSD screenings only use DSM-5 criteria, focusing on thoughts and behaviors. Our assessment goes deeper by integrating body-based trauma research from Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, Complex PTSD insights from Dr. Judith Herman, and EMDR principles from Dr. Francine Shapiro.
This means we don't just ask "Do you have flashbacks?" We evaluate how trauma lives in your nervous system, relationships, body sensations, and worldview—giving you a complete picture that helps explain symptoms traditional medicine often misses.
Our assessment uses all 20 DSM-5 symptoms across Criteria A-H, the gold standard for PTSD diagnosis used by psychiatrists worldwide.
We integrate his groundbreaking body-based trauma approach, evaluating physical reactions to triggers, dissociation, hypervigilance, and somatic symptoms that traditional assessments miss.
Her work on Complex PTSD informs our assessment of negative beliefs, emotional dysregulation, and relational trauma patterns beyond single-incident trauma.
CPT research guides our questions about blame patterns and negative cognitions about self, others, and the world.
EMDR principles inform our evaluation of intrusive memories, flashbacks, and trigger responses.
His validated inventory contributes to our assessment of anhedonia, sleep disturbances, and concentration difficulties.
Evaluation of direct trauma exposure, witnessed events, or learning about trauma to loved ones
Intrusive memories, nightmares, flashbacks, psychological and physical reactions to trauma reminders
Avoidance of trauma-related thoughts, feelings, memories, and external reminders
Negative beliefs, blame, diminished interest, detachment, inability to experience positive emotions
Irritability, reckless behavior, hypervigilance, exaggerated startle, concentration problems, sleep disturbance
Physical symptoms, dissociation, somatic reactions, nervous system dysregulation
Symptom Frequency: Each question uses a 0-4 scale (Not at all, Rarely, Sometimes, Often, Very Often) to measure symptom severity and frequency over the past month.
DSM-5 Criteria Met: We calculate which of the 5 DSM-5 criteria (B, C, D, E, F) you meet based on symptom thresholds, just like clinicians do.
Body-Based Score: Separate scoring for physical trauma symptoms (dissociation, somatic reactions, nervous system dysregulation) based on van der Kolk's research.
Severity Level: Your total score places you in one of 5 categories: Minimal, Mild, Moderate, Severe, or Extreme PTSD symptoms.
Personalized Protocol: Based on your specific symptom profile, you receive tailored recommendations including somatic practices (Somatic Experiencing, EMDR), nervous system regulation (Polyvagal exercises), herbal support, and when to seek professional help.
DSM-5 criteria are used by every psychiatrist worldwide. Body-based approaches have 1000+ peer-reviewed studies showing effectiveness.
Many people with trauma don't meet full PTSD criteria but have severe body-based symptoms. We catch both.
Chronic pain, digestive issues, immune problems? Trauma often manifests physically. We connect the dots.
You don't just get a score. You get a roadmap for healing tailored to your specific trauma profile.
Receive a comprehensive, research-backed evaluation with personalized recommendations.
Important: This is an educational self-assessment tool, not a medical diagnosis. If you score high or are experiencing severe symptoms, please consult a licensed mental health professional. PTSD is treatable with proper care.