Pete Walker, M.A., is a licensed psychotherapist based in Berkeley, California, with extensive experience spanning over three decades as a counselor, lecturer, writer, and group leader. He specializes in assisting adults recovering from childhood trauma, particularly those exhibiting symptoms of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD) resulting from sustained abuse and/or neglect. Walker brings a unique dual perspective to his work, informed not only by his professional expertise, including 20 years training and supervising other therapists , but also by his personal journey of recovery from C-PTSD. He is widely recognized for his previous publications, most notably the best-selling self-help guide, "Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving," which has become a foundational text for many survivors and therapists alike.