Business Details
45 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health Trauma Solutions
Founded in 1981, our program has pioneered the global care of traumatized refugees and civilians in conflict/post-conflict and natural disaster zones for over four decades. We have developed culturally effective clinical models replicated worldwide, including the first mental health training curriculum for primary care practitioners in crisis settings. Our work spans Bosnia, Cambodia, Croatia, Japan, and the United States, with landmark studies demonstrating the medical and mental health impacts of mass violence.We collaborate with Ministries of Health globally to establish community-based mental health services within local primary care systems, emphasizing bicultural partnerships and sustainable programs. Our team combines expertise from Harvard University, Massachusetts General Hospital, and international institutions to advance trauma-informed care through research, education, and policy advocacy.
Services
Mental Health Training
Trauma Screening
Clinical Research
Policy Development
Cultural Competence
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience pioneering refugee trauma care.
- Our team includes Harvard Medical School and MGH-affiliated experts.
- We developed the Harvard Trauma Questionnaire, used in 30+ languages.
- We emphasize culturally adapted practices in all our programs.
- Our policy work shapes global mental health initiatives with the WHO.
Services
Mental Health Training
Our training programs equip healthcare professionals with culturally competent skills to address trauma in conflict-affected populations. We offer curricula for primary care practitioners, mental health specialists, and NGOs globally. Our evidence-based approach combines Western and indigenous healing practices.
Trauma Screening
We developed the Harvard Trauma Questionnaire and Hopkins Symptom Checklist-25, validated tools for assessing trauma in refugee populations. These instruments are translated into 30+ languages and used worldwide for clinical and research purposes.
Clinical Research
Our research investigates the long-term impacts of mass violence on mental health, focusing on PTSD, depression, and social disability. Studies span Cambodia, Bosnia, and Japan, informing global policy and treatment protocols for traumatized communities.
Policy Development
We influence national and international mental health policies through collaborations with the WHO, UNHCR, and Ministries of Health. Our Tokyo Guidelines and Global Mental Health Action Plan shape trauma recovery frameworks globally.
Cultural Competence
Our programs integrate local cultural contexts with Western mental health practices. This approach ensures sustainable, community-driven care models in diverse settings, from Southeast Asia to the Balkans.
People
Richard Mollica
Director
Dr. Mollica is a pioneer in refugee trauma care and director of HPRT since its founding in 1981. He has led global initiatives in Cambodia, Bosnia, and Japan, shaping international mental health policy.
Eugene Augusterfer
Deputy Director
Dr. Augusterfer specializes in telemedicine and mental health service delivery in post-conflict regions. He has expanded HPRT's reach through innovative technology-driven care models.
Svang Tor
Senior Clinician
Dr. Tor provides clinical expertise in trauma treatment, focusing on Southeast Asian populations. With over 20 years of field experience, he bridges cultural gaps in mental health service delivery.
Jillian Stile
Senior Advisor
Ms. Stile advises on program implementation and evaluation, ensuring evidence-based practices across HPRT's global initiatives. Her work strengthens partnerships with international health organizations.
Elizabeth Distefano
Financial Manager
Ms. Distefano oversees HPRT's financial operations, managing grants and partnerships that sustain its global mental health programs. She ensures fiscal transparency and compliance with institutional standards.
Questions
What populations does HPRT serve?
We focus on refugees, torture survivors, and civilians affected by mass violence and natural disasters globally.
How can I access HPRT's training programs?
Our Global Mental Health Certificate Program trains professionals in 85 countries through partnerships with Ministries of Health.
What screening tools does HPRT offer?
We provide the Harvard Trauma Questionnaire and Hopkins Symptom Checklist-25, available in 30+ languages.
How does HPRT ensure cultural competence?
We integrate local healing practices with Western methods, creating sustainable, community-driven mental health models.
What payment methods are accepted for HPRT resources?
We accept checks, wire transfers, and PayPal for our training materials and publications.
