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Best Trauma And PTSD Therapists in El Dorado Hills, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in El Dorado Hills: Dena Robertson Counseling, therapist, Folsom, CA, EMDR, RP Score 77/100; 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

  2. 8

    Most-reviewed: Relationship Therapy Center, 36 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 25 ranked; ranked #8.

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

25 El Dorado Hills trauma and PTSD therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 12 open Saturdays and 8 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 25 rated practices.

Top 10 trauma and PTSD therapists in El Dorado Hills 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 El Dorado Hills at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Dena Robertson Counseling, therapist, Folsom, CA, EMDR775.0★ (3)El Dorado Hills—Overall
2Beatrix Hurley, LMFT733.4★ (5)Folsom, 6 mi away——
3Trauma Recovery Psychiatry Center: Ani Behrouzi, PMHNP-BC645.0★ (23)Fair Oaks, 10 mi away——
4Nor Cal Trauma Healing Center634.9★ (27)Sacramento, 16 mi away——
5Heart Wide Open Wellness625.0★ (8)Folsom, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Every Heart Dreams Counseling604.7★ (14)El Dorado HillsEvenings—
7Lindsey Stewart, LMFT, LPCC Roseville Therapy & EMDR605.0★ (27)Roseville, 10 mi away——
8Relationship Therapy Center594.4★ (36)Roseville, 11 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
9Placer Therapy, Megan Paterson, LMFT Rocklin & Roseville EMDR, Couples, and Teen Therapy595.0★ (15)Rocklin, 14 mi awaySat · Evenings—
10Relationship Therapy Center594.6★ (11)Fair Oaks, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 25 best trauma and PTSD therapists in El Dorado Hills, 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.

  2. #2 Beatrix Hurley, LMFT

    Based in Folsom, 6 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    850 Iron Point Rd #128, Folsom, CA 95630
    View profile for Beatrix Hurley, LMFT(916) 201-8348

  4. #4 Nor Cal Trauma Healing Center

    Based in Sacramento, 16 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 4.9★ from 27 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Fri 12 PM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3808 Auburn Blvd #46, Sacramento, CA 95821
    View profile for Nor Cal Trauma Healing Center(916) 256-7107

  5. #5 Heart Wide Open Wellness

    Based in Folsom, 5 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 9 AM–4 PM
    Address
    710 Bidwell St, Folsom, CA 95630
    View profile for Heart Wide Open Wellness(916) 237-7042

  7. #7 Lindsey Stewart, LMFT, LPCC Roseville Therapy & EMDR

    Based in Roseville, 10 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 3 PM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2412 Professional Dr, Roseville, CA 95661
    View profile for Lindsey Stewart, LMFT, LPCC Roseville Therapy & EMDR(916) 952-7187

  8. #8 Relationship Therapy Center

    Based in Roseville, 11 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 36 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 36 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    300 Harding Blvd #211, Roseville, CA 95678
    View profile for Relationship Therapy Center(916) 426-2757

  9. #9 Placer Therapy, Megan Paterson, LMFT Rocklin & Roseville EMDR, Couples, and Teen Therapy

    Based in Rocklin, 14 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6:30 PM · Tue 8 AM–3 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat 10 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    6556 Lonetree Blvd Ste 203, Rocklin, CA 95765
    View profile for Placer Therapy, Megan Paterson, LMFT Rocklin & Roseville EMDR, Couples, and Teen Therapy(530) 830-9079

  10. #10 Relationship Therapy Center

    Based in Fair Oaks, 10 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    10940 Fair Oaks Blvd Ste 600, Fair Oaks, CA 95628
    View profile for Relationship Therapy Center(916) 426-2757

  12. #12 Light Within Counseling

    Based in Roseville, 9 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    8150 Sierra College Blvd #250, Roseville, CA 95661
    View profile for Light Within Counseling(916) 251-9507

  13. #13 Sequoia Counseling

    Based in Fair Oaks, 10 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–8 PM
    Address
    7996 Old Winding Way #300, Fair Oaks, CA 95628
    View profile for Sequoia Counseling(916) 436-1803

  14. #14 Insightful Roots Therapy

    Based in Fair Oaks, 11 mi away

    58/100RP Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun 8 AM–5 PM
    Address
    4096 Bridge St #6, Fair Oaks, CA 95628
    View profile for Insightful Roots Therapy(916) 209-0348

  15. #15 Chloe Anderson: Certified Brainspotting Practitioner - Holistic Coach & Trauma Specialist

    Based in Roseville, 11 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Life coach”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    210 Estates Dr #200, Roseville, CA 95678
    View profile for Chloe Anderson: Certified Brainspotting Practitioner - Holistic Coach & Trauma Specialist(916) 532-8453

  16. #16 Suzanne Cross, LCSW

    Based in Fair Oaks, 11 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4070 Bridge St #5, Fair Oaks, CA 95628
    View profile for Suzanne Cross, LCSW(916) 235-3338

  17. #17 Attune Counseling Center

    Based in Sacramento, 16 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.3★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    3336 Bradshaw Rd #340, Sacramento, CA 95827
    View profile for Attune Counseling Center(916) 234-6316

  18. #18 Marlene Zerweck, LMFT #46386

    Based in Folsom, 5 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 11 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    507 Natoma St, Folsom, CA 95630
    View profile for Marlene Zerweck, LMFT #46386(916) 205-6165

  19. #19 Healing Den Counseling

    Based in Rocklin, 14 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    5701 Lonetree Blvd Ste 202F, Rocklin, CA 95765
    View profile for Healing Den Counseling(916) 359-9079

  20. #20 Clear Behavioral Health: Online Mental Health Psychiatry, Therapy, and Outpatient Services

    Based in Sacramento, 23 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1029 H St Ste 205, Sacramento, CA 95814
    View profile for Clear Behavioral Health: Online Mental Health Psychiatry, Therapy, and Outpatient Services(916) 818-2035

  21. #21 TurnerWood Marriage and Family Therapy, Inc.

    Based in Elk Grove, 25 mi away

    48/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 11 AM–6 PM · Sun 11 AM–4 PM
    Address
    8788 Elk Grove Blvd #16, Elk Grove, CA 95624
    View profile for TurnerWood Marriage and Family Therapy, Inc.(209) 404-5138

  24. #24 Four Seasons Counseling

    Based in Sacramento, 20 mi away

    46/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    455 University Ave Ste 215, Sacramento, CA 95825
    View profile for Four Seasons Counseling(916) 425-2692

  25. #25 Cozy Psychology

    Based in Sacramento, 23 mi away

    44/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 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–Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–2 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2224 J St Ste 213, Sacramento, CA 95816
    View profile for Cozy Psychology(916) 299-5596

Also serving El Dorado Hills

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 El Dorado Hills
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Alison Gardey LMFT5.0★ (2)In El Dorado Hills
Alive Within Therapy & Wellness | Jennifer Viscidy, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist5.0★ (2)In El Dorado Hills
Bob Parkins, LMFT5.0★ (4)In El Dorado Hills
Cognitive Therapy Solutions5.0★ (3)In El Dorado Hills
Edh Wellness - Counseling and Psychological Services5.0★ (1)In El Dorado Hills
El Dorado Hills Psychological1.0★ (1)In El Dorado Hills
First Steps Recovery4.8★ (45)In El Dorado Hills
It Takes THE VILLAGE4.1★ (13)In El Dorado Hills
Jessica Clark Therapy Services, INC5.0★ (1)In El Dorado Hills
Livity Treatment Center4.8★ (18)In El Dorado Hills
Margaret Brauns LMFT Foothills Family Counseling5.0★ (4)In El Dorado Hills
Mindful Health Solutions - El Dorado Hills3.7★ (25)In El Dorado Hills
Natalee Gaddini-Birdwell, LMFT5.0★ (2)In El Dorado Hills
Pamela Wu Poff3.7★ (3)In El Dorado Hills
Sarah Lesko, LMFT5.0★ (5)In El Dorado Hills
The Davis Group Counseling And Wellness Services5.0★ (1)In El Dorado Hills
The Holistic Counseling Center5.0★ (22)In El Dorado Hills
The Path Wellness Center - Holistic Psychotherapy & Support Services5.0★ (2)In El Dorado Hills
Veritas Psychological Center5.0★ (2)In El Dorado Hills
Woven Family Counseling EDH5.0★ (2)In El Dorado Hills

How we ranked El Dorado Hills trauma and PTSD therapists

We scored 25 El Dorado Hills 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 El Dorado Hills 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 El Dorado Hills: frequently asked questions

Who is the best trauma and PTSD therapist in El Dorado Hills?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked trauma and PTSD therapist in El Dorado Hills, CA is Dena Robertson Counseling, therapist, Folsom, CA, EMDR with an RP Score of 77/100. It has 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews. Beatrix Hurley, LMFT (#2) and Trauma Recovery Psychiatry Center: Ani Behrouzi, PMHNP-BC (#3) follow. We ranked 25 trauma and PTSD therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many trauma and PTSD therapists are there in El Dorado Hills?

RankedPsychologists ranks 25 trauma and PTSD therapists serving El Dorado Hills, CA. 2 of them are based in El Dorado Hills; the rest serve it from nearby towns. 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 El Dorado Hills work on weekends?

12 of 25 ranked trauma and PTSD therapists post Saturday hours and 8 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Heart Wide Open Wellness (#5), Relationship Therapy Center (#8) and Placer Therapy, Megan Paterson, LMFT Rocklin & Roseville EMDR, Couples, and Teen Therapy (#9). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do El Dorado Hills trauma and PTSD therapists have?

The median Google rating among 25 rated trauma and PTSD therapists in El Dorado Hills is 5.0★, with a median of 8 reviews. Relationship Therapy Center has the most, 36 reviews, and ranks #8. 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 El Dorado Hills count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the El Dorado Hills 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 El Dorado Hills 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 El Dorado Hills

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 25 trauma and PTSD therapists serving El Dorado Hills.

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