Fabiana Franco Ph.D.

Fabiana Franco, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist in private practice in New York City. She is a founding member and president of the Trauma Special Interest Group of the New York State Psychological Association and co-chair of the Intergenerational Transmission of Trauma and Resilience Group at the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS). She provides training and continuing education for psychiatrists, psychologists, and other mental health professionals in complex PTSD and related topics. Franco is a former Clinical Professor of Psychology at The George Washington University.

Franco holds a Level II Certification in Complex Trauma from the International Association of Trauma Professionals and Diplomate Credential with the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress and the National Center for Crisis Management. She publishes regularly in academic journals. Her research focuses on trauma, complex PTSD, intergenerational transmission of trauma, and culturally-sensitive trauma-informed treatment.