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Best Trauma And PTSD Therapists in Ahwatukee Foothills, AZ (2026)

74 trauma and PTSD therapists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Ahwatukee Foothills: Shannon Schiefer EMDR Clinician and Consultant, RP Score 74/100; 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

  2. 37

    Most-reviewed: Sequoia Behavioral Health, 154 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 74 ranked; ranked #37.

Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

74 Ahwatukee Foothills trauma and PTSD therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 32 open Saturdays and 12 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 74 rated practices.

Top 10 trauma and PTSD therapists in Ahwatukee Foothills at a glance

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

Top 10 trauma and PTSD therapists in Ahwatukee Foothills at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Shannon Schiefer EMDR Clinician and Consultant745.0★ (3)Phoenix, 2 mi away—Overall
2With An Open Heart, LLC733.7★ (9)Tempe, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Samantha Sheeley LPC, Flow Leadership LLC725.0★ (5)Phoenix, 1 mi awaySun · Evenings—
4Trauma & Narcissistic Abuse Therapist in Phoenix | EMDR Therapy685.0★ (23)Phoenix, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5The Awakened Heart Therapy Services - Taana Abbitt LCSW675.0★ (6)Tempe, 4 mi away——
6Phoenix Mental Wellness655.0★ (3)Phoenix, 13 mi awaySat—
7Kenny Weiss – Relationship, Communication & Trauma Recovery Specialist634.9★ (106)Tempe, 4 mi away——
8reVIBE Mental Health, Therapy, Psychiatry, EMDR624.6★ (46)Chandler, 8 mi awaySat · Evenings—
9East Valley PTSD Counseling624.6★ (9)Mesa, 7 mi awaySat · Evenings—
10reVIBE Mental Health604.7★ (92)Tempe, 5 mi awaySat · Evenings—

The 74 best trauma and PTSD therapists in Ahwatukee Foothills, ranked

Ordered by RP Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

  1. Based in Tempe, 4 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 3.7★ from 9 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun 8 AM–11 AM
    Address
    4500 S Lakeshore Dr #415, Tempe, AZ 85282
  2. Based in Phoenix, 1 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 11 AM–7 PM · Tue 1 PM–7 PM · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu 1 PM–5 PM · Fri–Sat closed · Sun 10 AM–7 PM
    Address
    11022 S 51st St Ste 103, Phoenix, AZ 85044
  3. 68/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 7:30 AM–1 PM
    Address
    4435 E Chandler Blvd Ste 200, Phoenix, AZ 85048
  4. 67/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 10 AM–4 PM · Wed closed · Thu 10 AM–4 PM · Fri 10 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    6101 S Rural Rd, Tempe, AZ 85283
  5. Based in Phoenix, 13 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    301 E Bethany Home Rd Ste C-189, Phoenix, AZ 85012
  6. 63/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 106 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 106 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    4500 S Lakeshore Dr Ste 327, Tempe, AZ 85282
  7. Based in Mesa, 7 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1845 S Dobson Rd #101, Mesa, AZ 85202
  8. Based in Tempe, 5 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 92 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 92 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3920 S Rural Rd Ste 112, Tempe, AZ 85282
  9. Based in Scottsdale, 12 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat closed · Sun 12 PM–5 PM
    Address
    4301 N 75th St #202, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
  10. Based in Phoenix, 19 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Thu 9:30 AM–8 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    11225 N 28th Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85029
  11. Based in Phoenix, 12 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2415 E Camelback Rd Suite 700, Phoenix, AZ 85016
  12. 57/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–1 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–12 PM · Thu 9 AM–2 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    633 E Ray Rd Bldg 8 suite 134, Gilbert, AZ 85296
  13. Based in Mesa, 15 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    4864 E Baseline Rd Ste 106, Mesa, AZ 85206
  14. Based in Mesa, 8 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue–Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–4 PM
    Address
    1930 S Alma School Rd Ste A210, Mesa, AZ 85210
  15. Based in Mesa, 8 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–4 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1201 S Alma School Rd #11550, Mesa, AZ 85210
  16. Based in Chandler, 5 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4025 W Chandler Blvd Ste 4, Chandler, AZ 85226
  17. Based in Phoenix, 15 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 7 AM–8 PM
    Address
    1730 E Northern Ave Ste 204, Phoenix, AZ 85020
  18. Based in Scottsdale, 16 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    8563 E San Alberto Ste 140, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
  19. Based in Scottsdale, 16 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    8686 E San Alberto Ste 100, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
  20. 55/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–2 PM · Tue–Thu 10 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    633 E Ray Rd Ste 134, Gilbert, AZ 85296

Trauma and PTSD therapists ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in RP Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 74 ranked trauma and PTSD therapists here; the rest are on their profiles.

trauma and PTSD therapists in Ahwatukee Foothills, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26The Phoenix Counseling Collective554.7★ (15)10 mi
27Mentally STRONG Mind and Body555.0★ (29)10 mi
28Third Place Therapy555.0★ (22)12 mi
29East Valley Trauma Counseling554.4★ (7)13 mi
30Thrive Counseling Services, LLC544.9★ (54)14 mi
31Revive Recovery Center544.9★ (41)9 mi
32Convergence Trauma Therapy545.0★ (5)11 mi
33The Bodhi Collective544.0★ (4)4 mi
34Dear Self Trauma Therapy535.0★ (6)20 mi
35reVIBE Mental Health Scottsdale534.6★ (137)16 mi
36Creative Path Therapy535.0★ (7)8 mi
37Sequoia Behavioral Health534.8★ (154)21 mi
38InnerBloom Therapy Services LLC534.8★ (25)14 mi
39Phoenix Trauma Counseling524.8★ (17)23 mi
40Transitions Counseling and Consulting524.5★ (125)12 mi
41Addiction Counseling Scottsdale| Alcohol, Drugs, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma. Therapist: D.J. Diebold Behavioral Counseling.525.0★ (8)18 mi
42All People Therapy525.0★ (7)9 mi
43Sea Glass Mental Health524.8★ (60)12 mi
44Live Empowered Counseling & Coaching525.0★ (14)15 mi
45Transitions Counseling and Consulting524.1★ (30)10 mi
46reVIBE Menal Health525.0★ (99)20 mi
47VG Therapy Collective – Couples & High Achievers Therapy515.0★ (3)14 mi
48STRIVE Health & Wellness514.4★ (7)15 mi
49Maple Ash Counseling and Wellness, PLLC515.0★ (16)12 mi
50Transitions Counseling and Consulting504.6★ (19)14 mi

Also serving Ahwatukee Foothills

20 more trauma and PTSD therapists within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked trauma and PTSD therapists serving Ahwatukee Foothills
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Ahwatukee Wellness Center5.0★ (2)1 mi
Andrew Weissman, Psy.D., PC5.0★ (2)11 mi
Arizona Trauma Counseling and Therapy LLC5.0★ (1)6 mi
AZ Holistic Approach5.0★ (2)8 mi
Cynthia Djengue, LCSW, LISW, Psychotherapist4.2★ (5)In Ahwatukee Foothills
Encouraging Hand Trauma Counseling5.0★ (1)9 mi
Find Your Blessings5.0★ (3)In Ahwatukee Foothills
Joanne Gerster, LCSW (Sweet Life Counseling)5.0★ (2)18 mi
Julie Barbour5.0★ (1)4 mi
Kelsi McMartin, LMFTIn Ahwatukee Foothills
Next Chapter Counseling5.0★ (4)In Ahwatukee Foothills
Paradigm Shift Therapies5.0★ (1)10 mi
Resilient Hearts Therapy | Maryjoy Kearns MS, LPC, NCC, CAGCS5.0★ (2)19 mi
Restored Life Counseling5.0★ (2)24 mi
Rise and Renew Wellness5.0★ (2)24 mi
Ryse TherapyIn Ahwatukee Foothills
Shine On Counseling - EMDR Clinician and Consultant5.0★ (1)2 mi
Soul Mission EMDR Therapy5.0★ (1)4 mi
Thursby Wellness CenterIn Ahwatukee Foothills
Trauma Therapy AZ5.0★ (1)5 mi

How we ranked Ahwatukee Foothills trauma and PTSD therapists

We scored 74 Ahwatukee Foothills trauma and PTSD therapists on eight factors, weighted as shown. A practice is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Ahwatukee Foothills data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume5%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of Google reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availabilityMeasured
Specialty focus25%How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity15%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured

How to choose a trauma and PTSD therapist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure trauma and PTSD therapy is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Ask about their training in a named trauma therapy (CPT, PE or EMDR) and whether they hold a certification in it.
  4. Ask about fees, insurance and the cancellation policy before the first session. In the US, if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you can ask for a good faith estimate of expected charges.
  5. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  6. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask a trauma and PTSD therapist

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How much of your work is trauma and PTSD therapy?
  • Which trauma therapy do you use, and how many sessions does it usually take?
  • What do you charge per session, and do you take my insurance or provide a superbill?
  • Do you offer online sessions?
  • What is your cancellation policy?
  • What do you keep confidential, and when would you have to share information?

Terms explained

PhD / PsyD
Doctoral degrees in psychology. A PhD usually has a stronger research focus, a PsyD a stronger clinical focus; both can lead to a psychologist license.
Licensed psychologist
A person licensed by a state or provincial psychology board to practice psychology. The title is protected by law.
Psychological associate
In some states and provinces, a master’s-level practitioner licensed or registered by the psychology board, often with supervision requirements.
LPC / LMHC / LCPC
US licenses for professional or mental health counselors (the name differs by state). They provide counseling and therapy.
LCSW
Licensed clinical social worker: a master’s-level social worker licensed to provide therapy.
LMFT
Licensed marriage and family therapist: licensed to treat individuals, couples and families with a focus on relationships.
RP / RCC
Registered psychotherapist (Ontario) and registered clinical counsellor (British Columbia): Canadian titles for licensed therapy providers.
PSYPACT
An interstate agreement that lets psychologists licensed in a member state provide telepsychology to clients in other member states once they hold the required authorization.
Telehealth
Sessions held by secure video or phone instead of in person. The provider generally needs to be licensed where the client is located.
CBT
Cognitive behavioral therapy: a structured talk therapy that works on the links between thoughts, feelings and behavior.
DBT
Dialectical behavior therapy: a form of CBT that teaches skills for managing intense emotions and relationships.
ERP
Exposure and response prevention: a form of CBT used for OCD.

Trauma and PTSD therapists in Ahwatukee Foothills: frequently asked questions

Who is the best trauma and PTSD therapist in Ahwatukee Foothills?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked trauma and PTSD therapist in Ahwatukee Foothills, AZ is Shannon Schiefer EMDR Clinician and Consultant with an RP Score of 74/100. It has 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews. With An Open Heart, LLC (#2) and Samantha Sheeley LPC, Flow Leadership LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 74 trauma and PTSD therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many trauma and PTSD therapists are there in Ahwatukee Foothills?

RankedPsychologists ranks 74 trauma and PTSD therapists serving Ahwatukee Foothills, AZ. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

What should I do if I need help right now?

In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 (US and Canada), any time. In an emergency, call 911. This site cannot help in an emergency.

Which trauma and PTSD therapists in Ahwatukee Foothills work on weekends?

32 of 74 ranked trauma and PTSD therapists post Saturday hours and 12 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are With An Open Heart, LLC (#2), Trauma & Narcissistic Abuse Therapist in Phoenix | EMDR Therapy (#4) and Phoenix Mental Wellness (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Ahwatukee Foothills trauma and PTSD therapists have?

The median Google rating among 74 rated trauma and PTSD therapists in Ahwatukee Foothills is 5.0★, with a median of 13 reviews. Sequoia Behavioral Health has the most, 154 reviews, and ranks #37. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank trauma and PTSD therapists?

Each trauma and PTSD therapist gets a 0–100 RP Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (25%), specialty focus (25%), proximity (15%) and availability (10%). A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only practices with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do trauma and PTSD therapists outside Ahwatukee Foothills count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Ahwatukee Foothills city center, our service radius for trauma and PTSD therapists. Each listing shows where the practice is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 15% of the RP Score, so a nearby practice gets a small edge.

Can trauma and PTSD therapists pay to rank higher on RankedPsychologists?

No. The RP Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured practices may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.

How are trauma and PTSD therapists in Ahwatukee Foothills ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on trauma and PTSD therapy and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

What therapies are used for trauma and PTSD?

Trauma-focused therapies include cognitive processing therapy (CPT), prolonged exposure (PE) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). Ask which one a therapist uses and what training they completed in it.

Can I see a trauma and PTSD therapist online?

Often, yes. Licensing generally follows where you are during the session, so the provider needs to be licensed or authorized there. In the US, psychologists in PSYPACT member states can offer telepsychology to clients in other member states; counselors and social workers have their own rules. In Canada, ask whether the provider is registered in your province.

What if I need help right now?

Do not wait for a consultation. Call or text 988 (US and Canada) if you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, at any time. In an emergency, call 911.

Update log for Ahwatukee Foothills

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 74 trauma and PTSD therapists serving Ahwatukee Foothills.