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Best Trauma And PTSD Therapists in East Hill-Meridian, WA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in East Hill-Meridian: Unabridged Counseling, RP Score 64/100; 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews.

  2. 19

    Most-reviewed: Counseling Services for Wellbeing, 53 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 35 ranked; ranked #19.

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

35 East Hill-Meridian trauma and PTSD therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 14 open Saturdays and 8 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 35 rated practices.

Top 10 trauma and PTSD therapists in East Hill-Meridian 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 East Hill-Meridian at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Unabridged Counseling645.0★ (11)Seattle, 12 mi away—Overall
2Sacred Healing Place634.8★ (36)Tacoma, 17 mi away——
3Sona Collective Seattle - Somatic & EMDR Trauma Therapy615.0★ (12)Seattle, 18 mi awayEvenings—
4Meridian Counseling Services605.0★ (7)Kent, 2 mi awaySat · Evenings—
5Blair Morgan-Livingston Therapist604.2★ (9)Seattle, 18 mi awayEvenings—
6Rising With Me595.0★ (8)Lakewood, 20 mi away——
7Park EMDR Therapy585.0★ (3)Seattle, 16 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Seattle Anxiety and Trauma Therapist | Max Tsymbalau MS, LMHC584.5★ (10)Seattle, 19 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9MindSpot: Anxiety, Trauma, & Couple's Therapy585.0★ (5)Seattle, 15 mi away——
10Seattle Trauma Counseling555.0★ (4)Kirkland, 18 mi awaySun · Evenings—

The 35 best trauma and PTSD therapists in East Hill-Meridian, 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. Ranked #1 in East Hill-Meridian

    #1 Unabridged Counseling

    Based in Seattle, 12 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4501 15th Ave S #102, Seattle, WA 98108
    View profile for Unabridged Counseling(425) 260-9558

  2. #2 Sacred Healing Place

    Based in Tacoma, 17 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 4.8★ from 36 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 36 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1207 N K St, Tacoma, WA 98403
    View profile for Sacred Healing Place(253) 230-5754

  3. #3 Sona Collective Seattle - Somatic & EMDR Trauma Therapy

    Based in Seattle, 18 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    1811 Queen Anne Ave N #201, Seattle, WA 98109
    View profile for Sona Collective Seattle - Somatic & EMDR Trauma Therapy(720) 909-3451

  4. #4 Meridian Counseling Services

    Based in Kent, 2 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, 2 mi from East Hill-Meridian.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    13210 SE 240th St a5, Kent, WA 98042
    View profile for Meridian Counseling Services(253) 499-6133

  5. #5 Blair Morgan-Livingston Therapist

    Based in Seattle, 18 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 4.2★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2366 Eastlake Ave E Ste 436, Seattle, WA 98102
    View profile for Blair Morgan-Livingston Therapist

  6. #6 Rising With Me

    Based in Lakewood, 20 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    1019 Regents Blvd W Ste 102, Fircrest, WA 98466
    View profile for Rising With Me(253) 234-9103

  7. #7 Park EMDR Therapy

    Based in Seattle, 16 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–12 PM
    Address
    2801 Western Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
    View profile for Park EMDR Therapy(425) 606-5890

  10. #10 Seattle Trauma Counseling

    Based in Kirkland, 18 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 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 8 AM–8 PM · Tue 8 AM–9:30 PM · Wed 8 AM–10 PM · Thu 8 AM–9 PM · Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat closed · Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    10512 NE 68th St #202, Kirkland, WA 98033
    View profile for Seattle Trauma Counseling(206) 552-8207

  12. #12 Steffen Counseling Services

    Based in Seattle, 17 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–9 PM · Tue–Fri 7 AM–8 PM · Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun 10 AM–6 PM
    Address
    415 1st Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
    View profile for Steffen Counseling Services(206) 535-1787

  13. #13 Speaking Trauma

    Based in Seattle, 17 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1800 Westlake Ave N #304, Seattle, WA 98109
    View profile for Speaking Trauma(564) 210-7035

  14. #14 Tacoma Wellness Collective - Mental Health Therapy, DBT, EMDR, CBT, & Telehealth

    Based in Tacoma, 19 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4424 6th Ave Ste 1N, Tacoma, WA 98406
    View profile for Tacoma Wellness Collective - Mental Health Therapy, DBT, EMDR, CBT, & Telehealth(253) 234-7292

  17. #17 Brief Therapy Works - Intensive EMDR & Gambling Therapy Seattle

    Based in Seattle, 16 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–9 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–7 PM · Wed 10 AM–2:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    600 Stewart St Suite 400, Seattle, WA 98101
    View profile for Brief Therapy Works - Intensive EMDR & Gambling Therapy Seattle(206) 339-4546

  18. #18 Seattle EMDR Associates

    Based in Seattle, 19 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 6:30 AM–8:30 PM · Fri 6:30 AM–6:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    150 Nickerson St #204, Seattle, WA 98109
    View profile for Seattle EMDR Associates(206) 929-5992

  21. #21 Bellevue Counseling

    Based in Bellevue, 14 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 41 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    11911 NE 1st St Ste 205, Bellevue, WA 98005
    View profile for Bellevue Counseling(971) 801-2054

  22. #22 Elissa Hurand Therapy PhD | Licensed Seattle Therapist

    Based in Seattle, 20 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun 9 AM–4 PM
    Address
    5306 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107
    View profile for Elissa Hurand Therapy PhD | Licensed Seattle Therapist(619) 993-8465

  23. #23 Bellevue Family Counseling

    Based in Bellevue, 15 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.8★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family counselor”.

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

    • 3.8★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 10 AM–4 PM · Sat closed · Sun 8 AM–1 PM
    Address
    1601 116th Ave NE #102, Bellevue, WA 98004
    View profile for Bellevue Family Counseling(425) 947-5030

  24. #24 Eastside Center for Healing

    Based in Bellevue, 15 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.9★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 3.9★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–6 PM
    Address
    1940 116th Ave NE Unit 103, Bellevue, WA 98004
    View profile for Eastside Center for Healing(425) 462-8558

All 35 trauma and PTSD therapists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #35, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

trauma and PTSD therapists in East Hill-Meridian, ranks 26 to 35
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26OptimalLife Wellness Center513.4★ (12)15 mi
27Grit City Counseling514.1★ (18)17 mi
28Studio Saudade, SPC | Certified Mental Health & Wellness Coaching - Grief & Trauma Support514.7★ (3)18 mi
29Seth Ellner, LICSW, EMDR Trauma Therapy505.0★ (4)21 mi
30Whole Therapies Collective505.0★ (12)24 mi
31Novo Life Counseling495.0★ (19)18 mi
32Emerald Peak Therapy475.0★ (7)18 mi
33Next Step Mental Health475.0★ (3)22 mi
34Healing Harbor, PLLC455.0★ (4)19 mi
35Vibrant Journeys Counseling435.0★ (8)24 mi

Also serving East Hill-Meridian

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 East Hill-Meridian
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Abiding Soul Counseling PLLC | Christian and Trauma-Informed Counseling10 mi
Behavior ClinicIn East Hill-Meridian
Counseling with Courtney, PLLC6 mi
EMDR Recovery with Rae Ann7 mi
Grief Counseling and Postpartum Therapy for Women in Washington State | Jen Reisinger, MA, LMHC, PMH-C5.0★ (2)20 mi
Here Now Psychotherapy & Counseling5.0★ (1)19 mi
Juniper Creek CounselingIn East Hill-Meridian
Katrina Knutson, LMHC5.0★ (1)13 mi
Matt Meyers Therapy, IFS and EMDR therapist5.0★ (1)19 mi
Meadowbrook Counseling5.0★ (2)16 mi
Mental Health Therapy, EMDR, and EMDR Intensives in Seattle & NYC - Andrew Zarate Counseling PLLC5.0★ (1)16 mi
Northwest Counsel5.0★ (2)11 mi
Samantha Halfen, LMHC5.0★ (1)3 mi
Seattle EMDR Associates3.0★ (2)11 mi
Soleil Therapy5.0★ (1)18 mi
South Sound EMDR11 mi
Spill The Therapy, PLLCIn East Hill-Meridian
The PTSD Institute3.0★ (2)16 mi
The Valentine Growth Studio - Trauma-Focused Therapy6 mi
Young Ju Counseling5.0★ (1)14 mi

How we ranked East Hill-Meridian trauma and PTSD therapists

We scored 35 East Hill-Meridian 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 East Hill-Meridian 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 East Hill-Meridian: frequently asked questions

Who is the best trauma and PTSD therapist in East Hill-Meridian?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked trauma and PTSD therapist in East Hill-Meridian, WA is Unabridged Counseling with an RP Score of 64/100. It has 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews. Sacred Healing Place (#2) and Sona Collective Seattle - Somatic & EMDR Trauma Therapy (#3) follow. We ranked 35 trauma and PTSD therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many trauma and PTSD therapists are there in East Hill-Meridian?

RankedPsychologists ranks 35 trauma and PTSD therapists serving East Hill-Meridian, WA. 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 East Hill-Meridian work on weekends?

14 of 35 ranked trauma and PTSD therapists post Saturday hours and 8 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Meridian Counseling Services (#4), Park EMDR Therapy (#7) and Seattle Anxiety and Trauma Therapist | Max Tsymbalau MS, LMHC (#8). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do East Hill-Meridian trauma and PTSD therapists have?

The median Google rating among 35 rated trauma and PTSD therapists in East Hill-Meridian is 5.0★, with a median of 8 reviews. Counseling Services for Wellbeing has the most, 53 reviews, and ranks #19. 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 East Hill-Meridian count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the East Hill-Meridian 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 East Hill-Meridian 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 East Hill-Meridian

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 35 trauma and PTSD therapists serving East Hill-Meridian.

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