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Best Trauma And PTSD Therapists in Highland Park, MI (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Highland Park: Dearborn EMDR/IFS therapist - Shannon Hopson LMSW, RP Score 71/100; 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 15

    Most-reviewed: Bright Spot Counseling & EMDR Treatment Center, 104 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 39 ranked; ranked #15.

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

39 Highland Park trauma and PTSD therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 24 open Saturdays and 15 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 39 rated practices.

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

Top 10 trauma and PTSD therapists in Highland Park 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 Highland Park at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Dearborn EMDR/IFS therapist - Shannon Hopson LMSW715.0★ (10)Dearborn, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Huffmaster Therapy Collective - Detroit EMDR Therapy705.0★ (6)Birmingham, 12 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Mindfully Me Counselling and Trauma Therapy645.0★ (17)Windsor, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Collaborative: EMDR Trauma Therapy Intensives635.0★ (10)Troy, 11 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Niyama Center: Holistic Therapy & EMDR Counseling614.9★ (39)Southfield, 9 mi awayEvenings—
6Michigan Center for Traumatic Stress - Saint Clair Shores604.7★ (14)Saint Clair Shores, 12 mi awaySun · Evenings—
7Peace Of Mind Therapy595.0★ (17)Oak Park, 5 mi awaySat—
8JCF Violet Flame: Trauma Recovery Holistic Therapy595.0★ (47)Saint Clair Shores, 11 mi awayEvenings—
9The DBT Center for Trauma and Healing584.3★ (59)Livonia, 19 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10True Therapy Services584.7★ (14)Dearborn Heights, 11 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 39 best trauma and PTSD therapists in Highland Park, 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.

  8. #8 JCF Violet Flame: Trauma Recovery Holistic Therapy

    Based in Saint Clair Shores, 11 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    • 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    25915 Harper Ave A, St Clair Shores, MI 48081
    View profile for JCF Violet Flame: Trauma Recovery Holistic Therapy(586) 217-2902

  10. #10 True Therapy Services

    Based in Dearborn Heights, 11 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

    • 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–8 PM · Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri–Sun 9 AM–8 PM
    Address
    24500 Ford Rd #10, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
    View profile for True Therapy Services(734) 655-0051

  25. #25 Ellie Mental Health

    Based in Birmingham, 12 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.2★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    • 4.2★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    36400 Woodward Ave #222, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304
    View profile for Ellie Mental Health(248) 629-2799

How we ranked Highland Park trauma and PTSD therapists

We scored 39 Highland Park 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 Highland Park 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 Highland Park: frequently asked questions

Who is the best trauma and PTSD therapist in Highland Park?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked trauma and PTSD therapist in Highland Park, MI is Dearborn EMDR/IFS therapist - Shannon Hopson LMSW with an RP Score of 71/100. It has 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Huffmaster Therapy Collective - Detroit EMDR Therapy (#2) and Mindfully Me Counselling and Trauma Therapy (#3) follow. We ranked 39 trauma and PTSD therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many trauma and PTSD therapists are there in Highland Park?

RankedPsychologists ranks 39 trauma and PTSD therapists serving Highland Park, MI. 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 Highland Park work on weekends?

24 of 39 ranked trauma and PTSD therapists post Saturday hours and 15 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Dearborn EMDR/IFS therapist - Shannon Hopson LMSW (#1), Huffmaster Therapy Collective - Detroit EMDR Therapy (#2) and Mindfully Me Counselling and Trauma Therapy (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Highland Park trauma and PTSD therapists have?

The median Google rating among 39 rated trauma and PTSD therapists in Highland Park is 5.0★, with a median of 12 reviews. Bright Spot Counseling & EMDR Treatment Center has the most, 104 reviews, and ranks #15. 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 Highland Park count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Highland Park 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 Highland Park 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 Highland Park

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 39 trauma and PTSD therapists serving Highland Park.

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