About Us
For many, the path after trauma feels uncertain. We created Pcl-5.com to be a safe, confidential starting point for understanding, offering clarity when it's needed most.
The Genesis of Pcl-5.com
We saw a need for a safe, accessible first step for individuals to understand their experiences after trauma. Pcl-5.com was created to be that private, reliable tool, providing not just a score based on the official PCL-5 standard, but meaningful, AI-driven insights to empower the journey toward professional help and healing.
Early 2024 — The Spark of an Idea
We recognized a critical gap: the need for a private, reliable, and accessible way for people to understand their post-traumatic stress symptoms without immediate clinical barriers. The idea for Pcl-5.com was born.
June 2025 — Official Launch
Pcl-5.com goes live, focusing on a seamless user experience, clear language, and the core function of delivering an accurate, free PCL-5 score based on official DSM-5 criteria.
September 2025 — AI-Powered Insights
We introduced our unique, optional AI-driven reports, transforming a simple score into a personalized analysis of strengths, challenges, and actionable next steps—deepening understanding, not providing a diagnosis.
The Road Ahead: 2026 & Beyond
Our vision is to expand our multi-language support, enhance accessibility features, and continue refining our insights to empower even more users globally on their path to well-being.
We recognized a critical gap: the need for a private, reliable, and accessible way for people to understand their post-traumatic stress symptoms without immediate clinical barriers. The idea for Pcl-5.com was born.
Pcl-5.com goes live, focusing on a seamless user experience, clear language, and the core function of delivering an accurate, free PCL-5 score based on official DSM-5 criteria.
We introduced our unique, optional AI-driven reports, transforming a simple score into a personalized analysis of strengths, challenges, and actionable next steps—deepening understanding, not providing a diagnosis.
Our vision is to expand our multi-language support, enhance accessibility features, and continue refining our insights to empower even more users globally on their path to well-being.
Our Core Commitment: Accessible Understanding
Our mission is to provide an accessible, confidential, and scientifically reliable tool based on the official PCL-5 standard. We empower individuals experiencing post-traumatic symptoms, as well as the professionals who support them, to take a crucial first step towards understanding and recovery.
Your Compass to Clarity
We envision a world where understanding one's mental health is not a daunting task, but an empowered choice. Pcl-5.com acts as a personal compass, helping you navigate your inner landscape, identify your position, and chart a course toward informed decisions and professional support.
Our Foundational Pillars
Our work is guided by three core principles: profound empathy for the user's journey, unwavering commitment to scientific validity based on the DSM-5, and a fundamental respect for privacy in every interaction.
A Tool for Insight, Not a Diagnosis
We want to be clear: this platform is a tool for self-reflection and insight, not a substitute for a professional medical diagnosis. Your results are best used as a starting point for a conversation with a qualified professional.
Privacy by Design, Not by Chance
Your data belongs to you, period. We built privacy into the core of our platform. Your assessment is anonymous, and we will never sell or share your identifiable information. That's our promise.
Grounded in Evidence
Our tool wasn't created in a vacuum. The core PCL-5 assessment is based on the official, validated checklist for DSM-5, ensuring the insights you receive are meaningful and reliable.
Our Pledge to You
Self-discovery is a deeply personal journey. We promise to be a trustworthy and empathetic partner every step of the way.
Rooted in Science
Our assessment is built upon the official PCL-5 checklist for DSM-5, the clinical standard for screening PTSD symptoms. We provide a reliable tool for insight, not a diagnosis, ensuring the information you receive is both credible and responsibly framed.
Designed with Empathy
From our simple, clear interface to our supportive tone, every aspect of Pcl-5.com is designed to reduce stress and create a safe space. We understand this is a sensitive journey, and we're here to support, not overwhelm.
Your Privacy, Protected
Your privacy is non-negotiable. Assessments are anonymous, we only collect optional, non-identifiable information for AI reports, and your data is never sold. Our platform is a secure environment for your self-exploration.
Voices from Our Community
A. R.
I was struggling to put a name to what I was feeling. Getting a score was one thing, but the AI report gave me the language to understand my own experiences. It felt like the first real step towards getting help.
Dr. Chen, Clinical Psychologist
As a therapist, I need reliable tools. Pcl-5.com is my go-to for a quick, standardized PCL-5 screen. It's easy for clients to use, and the results are consistent with clinical standards.
M. Garcia, Researcher
The multi-language support is fantastic. It allowed me to use a consistent measure across different participant groups in my research. The platform is clean, professional, and scientifically sound.
Now it's your turn to Begin
We've shared our story. Now, we invite you to begin yours—with a greater sense of clarity, armed with insight, and supported by a tool you can trust.
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