Pete Walker is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) based in California and an author known for his work on Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD) and recovery. With a professional background in psychotherapy, Walker has extensively explored the impact of trauma, particularly focusing on individuals who have experienced prolonged exposure to oppressive circumstances, such as childhood abuse. He is most well-known for his book "Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving," which has become a seminal text for both survivors and therapists dealing with the nuanced aspects of complex trauma. Walker combines his personal experiences as a survivor of childhood trauma with his extensive professional knowledge to provide insights and strategies for recovery, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion, mindfulness, and emotional regulation in the healing process. His work is recognized for being both accessible to those suffering from C-PTSD and informative for practitioners in the mental health field.