Implementation of an Evidence Based Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Treatment in Public Sector Settings

Inclusion Criteria: * A primary diagnosis of PTSD according to DSM-IV criteria with a CAPS score no lower than 40 (cf Weathers, Keane, \& Davidson, 2001) * PTSD symptoms that are a result of interpersonal violence * at least one clear trauma memory * Current age between 18 and 65 * If obtaining other (medication or psychosocial) treatment, must have completed at least a 3 month course of the treatment Exclusion Criteria: * Substance dependence and severe substance abuse disorders, current psychotic symptoms, unmedicated mania or bipolar disorder * prominent current suicidal or homicidal ideation (a plan or intent versus a wish) or a suicide attempt within the past three months * self-injurious behaviors in the last three months requiring medical attention * Cognitive impairment indicated by chart diagnoses or observable cognitive difficulties * Current involvement in a violent relationship defined as more than casual contact (e.g. dating or living with an abusive partner)