Over two-thirds of adults in low- and middle-income populations have experienced at least one traumatic event in their lifetime. In these communities, trauma survivors often face significant mental health challenges, including posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression. Despite the widespread need for support, access to effective trauma-informed care remains limited, deepening an already urgent crisis.

This unmet need also carries a substantial economic burden. Trauma contributes to over 2,000 years lost to disability and over 40,000 years lost to premature mortality annually. Expanding access to mental health treatment is not just a humanitarian necessity, it’s an investment in both economic and public health.

At Sercle, we are breaking down financial barriers to quality mental health care. Our global therapist directory connects individuals with affordable, trauma-informed therapy services, ensuring that cost is never an obstacle to healing. Our therapists recognize the critical role mental health plays in overall well-being and believe that therapy should be accessible to all, regardless of income.

Through partnerships with skilled mental health professionals, we provide affordable services, including individual, couples, and family therapy, for those in financial need. Our directory offers lifetime access to both in-office and online therapy for a one-time fee of $50. Therapy session costs range from $30-$60 for individuals, $30-$80 for couples or families, and just $30 for sessions with student interns, paid directly to the selected therapist.

For mental health professionals, joining our directory is more than just a career opportunity – it’s a chance to address the growing mental health crisis while growing their practice. Beyond generating referrals and free profile advertising, Sercle is evolving into a comprehensive practice management platform, enabling therapists to seamlessly handle admin tasks, client engagement, scheduling, and billing: It’s an all-in-one solution that frees up your time, allowing you to focus on supporting your clients, whether they come through Sercle or not. Whether you’re looking to build an independent practice or streamline your workflow, Sercle provides the tools to support you every step of the way.

But we’re not stopping at therapy. We’re developing an AI-powered community platform that offers peer support, a safe space for survivors to heal at their own pace, tools for tracking progress, and opportunities to contribute to trauma research. By integrating cutting-edge peer support, personalized services, data-driven insights, and survivor-centered education, Sercle empowers trauma survivors to heal and thrive on their own terms.

To further support trauma survivors, we are integrating body-based approaches to healing. Trauma doesn’t just affect the mind, it resides in the body, influencing nervous system regulation, stress responses, and overall well-being. By recognizing these physiological patterns, individuals can develop greater awareness and apply strategies to restore balance. Our work emphasizes the body’s role as a resource for healing, empowering survivors with tools and insights to support their recovery journey in real-time.

Additionally, we recognize the need to educate young people about trauma in ways that engage and empower them. Our upcoming initiatives will introduce interactive and experiential learning methods designed specifically for teenagers and young adults, making trauma awareness and self-regulation skills more accessible while fostering resilience from an early age.

By bridging the gap between economic disparity and mental health care, Sercle is transforming access to trauma recovery, one client at a time.