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Best Trauma And PTSD Therapists in Elk Plain, WA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Elk Plain: Sacred Healing Place, RP Score 65/100; 4.8★ from 36 Google reviews.

  2. 4

    Most-reviewed: Grit City Counseling, 18 Google reviews at 4.1★, the most of 5 ranked after Sacred Healing Place; ranked #4.

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

5 Elk Plain trauma and PTSD therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 2 open Saturdays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 5 rated practices.

Most of this list also appears on the Trauma and PTSD therapists in Tacoma ranking. See Trauma and PTSD therapists in Tacoma

Top 5 trauma and PTSD therapists in Elk Plain 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 5 trauma and PTSD therapists in Elk Plain at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Sacred Healing Place654.8★ (36)Tacoma, 15 mi away—Overall
2Rising With Me625.0★ (8)Lakewood, 14 mi away——
3Tacoma Wellness Collective - Mental Health Therapy, DBT, EMDR, CBT, & Telehealth565.0★ (3)Tacoma, 15 mi awaySat—
4Grit City Counseling524.1★ (18)Tacoma, 16 mi awaySat · EveningsMost reviews
5Healing Harbor, PLLC505.0★ (4)Lakewood, 12 mi away——

The 5 best trauma and PTSD therapists in Elk Plain, 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.

Scores below: based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. Ranked #1 in Elk Plain

    #1 Sacred Healing Place

    Based in Tacoma, 15 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 4.8★ from 36 Google reviews.

    • 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

  2. #2 Rising With Me

    Based in Lakewood, 14 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

    • 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

  3. #3 Tacoma Wellness Collective - Mental Health Therapy, DBT, EMDR, CBT, & Telehealth

    Based in Tacoma, 15 mi away

    56/100RP Score

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

    • 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

  4. #4 Grit City Counseling

    Based in Tacoma, 16 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.1★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    • 4.1★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2609 N Warner St, Tacoma, WA 98405
    View profile for Grit City Counseling(253) 302-4639

  5. #5 Healing Harbor, PLLC

    Based in Lakewood, 12 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for Healing Harbor, PLLC(253) 271-4195

How we ranked Elk Plain trauma and PTSD therapists

We scored 5 Elk Plain 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 Elk Plain 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 Elk Plain: frequently asked questions

Who is the best trauma and PTSD therapist in Elk Plain?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked trauma and PTSD therapist in Elk Plain, WA is Sacred Healing Place with an RP Score of 65/100. It has 4.8★ from 36 Google reviews. Rising With Me (#2) and Tacoma Wellness Collective - Mental Health Therapy, DBT, EMDR, CBT, & Telehealth (#3) follow. We ranked 5 trauma and PTSD therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many trauma and PTSD therapists are there in Elk Plain?

RankedPsychologists ranks 5 trauma and PTSD therapists serving Elk Plain, WA. 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 Elk Plain work on weekends?

2 of 5 ranked trauma and PTSD therapists post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Tacoma Wellness Collective - Mental Health Therapy, DBT, EMDR, CBT, & Telehealth (#3) and Grit City Counseling (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Elk Plain trauma and PTSD therapists have?

The median Google rating among 5 rated trauma and PTSD therapists in Elk Plain is 5.0★, with a median of 8 reviews. Sacred Healing Place has the most, 36 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 Elk Plain count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Elk Plain 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 Elk Plain 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 Elk Plain

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 5 trauma and PTSD therapists serving Elk Plain.

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