PTSD Resolution and the Chartered Institute of Information Security (CIISec) have announced a strategic partnership to address the growing mental health challenges faced by CIISec’s membership of more than 10,000 cybersecurity professionals. This collaboration aims to provide comprehensive mental health support through trauma awareness training and access to professional therapy services.
The agreement, effective from May 1st 2025, introduces a structured programme of mental health support specifically designed for the high-pressure cybersecurity environment.
According to a CIISec report, over half (51%) of cybersecurity professionals report serious mental health impacts from work-related stress.
Colonel Tony Gauvain (Retired), Chairman of PTSD Resolution, stated: “Executive burnout and the trauma experienced in high-pressure cybersecurity roles share many similarities with the military trauma we regularly treat. Both involve high-stakes decision-making, constant vigilance, and potential for moral injury when security breaches occur despite best efforts. With cybersecurity professionals facing an avalanche of threats the psychological impact is profound. Through this partnership, we can extend our proven Human Givens Therapy (HGT) approach to help cybersecurity professionals before burnout leads to serious mental health issues.”
Under the agreement, PTSD Resolution will provide:
- Free introductory workshops – twice-yearly online Trauma Awareness Training for Everyone (TATE) workshops for CIISec Corporate Members
- Half-day training sessions – more comprehensive trauma awareness training for organizations, equipping managers to recognise symptoms and support team members
- Confidential therapy services – direct access to PTSD Resolution’s network of 200 accredited therapists for CIISec members, with an average of seven sessions per treatment programme.
Amanda Finch, CEO of CIISec, commented: “The mental wellbeing of cybersecurity professionals is intrinsically linked to the security of our digital infrastructure. With our members on the frontlines defending against sophisticated attacks that could compromise critical national infrastructure, the psychological pressure is immense. This partnership with PTSD Resolution addresses a critical but often overlooked aspect of our industry. By providing our members with access to these specialist services, we’re not only supporting individual wellbeing but also strengthening the UK’s cyber defence capabilities through a more resilient workforce.”
For more information about this partnership and how to access these services, CIISec members can visit the members’ area at www.ciisec.org
