My name is Ben O’Connell, and I am the founder and author of escapetrauma.org

As a CPTSD survivor and mental health advocate, I have dedicated this blog to shedding light on how the effects of complex trauma and mental illness manifest in modern society.

I aim to use this blog not only to adhere to those suffering from trauma, but to all who have been effected by any form of mental illness.

I am 24 years old and I currently reside in Boston, Massachusetts. Outside of my work in mental health advocacy I enjoy spending time with friends & family, hiking, skiing, watching movies, and travelling.