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Best Trauma And PTSD Therapists in Homewood, IL (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 Homewood: Amy Shanahan, LCSW, RP Score 70/100; 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

  2. 26

    Most-reviewed: AMK Counseling, 58 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 39 ranked; ranked #26.

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

39 Homewood trauma and PTSD therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 24 open Saturdays and 8 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 39 rated practices.

Top 10 trauma and PTSD therapists in Homewood 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 Homewood at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Amy Shanahan, LCSW705.0★ (5)Orland Park, 11 mi away—Overall
2Karuna Wellness EMDR and counseling645.0★ (6)Burr Ridge, 16 mi awaySat · Evenings—
3The Chicago EMDR Center635.0★ (27)Chicago, 23 mi awaySat · Evenings—
4The Chicago EMDR Center- West Town614.5★ (24)Chicago, 23 mi awaySat · Evenings—
5Mirjam Quinn and Associates604.7★ (48)Chicago, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6EMDR Group of Chicago River North605.0★ (3)Chicago, 23 mi away——
7Nave Wellness Center585.0★ (14)Frankfort, 9 mi away——
8Lotus Counseling Services, PLLC585.0★ (6)Chicago Heights, 1 mi awayEvenings—
9Martin Therapy Group575.0★ (19)Frankfort, 10 mi awaySat · Evenings—
10Julie Kyle, LCSW565.0★ (3)Chicago, 23 mi awayEvenings—

The 39 best trauma and PTSD therapists in Homewood, 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 Homewood

    Based in Orland Park, 11 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    15300 West Ave Ste 313, Orland Park, IL 60462
  2. Based in Chicago, 23 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    30 N Michigan Ave #901, Chicago, IL 60602
  3. Based in Chicago, 10 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 48 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 48 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9:30 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
    Address
    10801 S Western Ave Ste 2B, Chicago, IL 60643
  4. Based in Frankfort, 9 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
    Address
    8215 W Lincoln Hwy, Frankfort, IL 60423
  5. Based in Frankfort, 10 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    20635 Abbey Woods Ct Ste 209, Frankfort, IL 60423
  6. Based in Chicago, 23 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 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–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    30 N Michigan Ave #901, Chicago, IL 60602
  7. Based in Westmont, 24 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 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–Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    825 N Cass Ave Ste 112, Westmont, IL 60559
  8. Based in Frankfort, 10 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 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 9 AM–8 PM · Tue 9 AM–9 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    8779 W Laraway Rd, Frankfort, IL 60423
  9. Based in Chicago, 13 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 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–Thu 11 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    2151 W 79th St, Chicago, IL 60620
  10. Based in Palos Heights, 11 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 3.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    7440 W College Dr Ste 300, Palos Heights, IL 60463
  11. Based in Chicago, 24 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 37 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    2001 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
  12. Based in Bolingbrook, 23 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    215 Remington Blvd Ste g, Bolingbrook, IL 60440
  13. Based in Chicago, 22 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–9 PM
    Address
    111 W Jackson Blvd #1700, Chicago, IL 60604
  14. 49/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 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–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 10 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    30 N Michigan Ave Ste 1212, Chicago, IL 60602
  15. Based in Chicago, 22 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    411 S Wells St Ste 2W, Chicago, IL 60607
  16. Based in Hinsdale, 22 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    119 E Ogden Ave, Hinsdale, IL 60521

All 39 trauma and PTSD therapists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #39, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

trauma and PTSD therapists in Homewood, ranks 26 to 39
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26AMK Counseling494.8★ (58)25 mi
27MARRA Therapy484.8★ (28)23 mi
28Optimum Joy Counseling484.3★ (30)23 mi
29JL Family Services Ltd483.9★ (51)23 mi
30Shift Counseling, PC484.3★ (11)22 mi
31SAVI Therapy Group484.7★ (10)23 mi
32Chicagoland Counseling, P.C. | Eunia Lee, LCPC, SEP | Relationship, Anxiety & Trauma Counseling | Christian Counseling475.0★ (3)22 mi
33Mentella Health475.0★ (12)23 mi
34Wildflower Center for Emotional Health PLLC474.8★ (52)24 mi
35Divine Purpose Counseling Center LLC Black Therapist Concierge Private Pay465.0★ (19)23 mi
36Wildflower Center for Emotional Health PLLC464.8★ (30)24 mi
37Willow Journey Wellness, PLLC455.0★ (4)21 mi
38Laura Listens445.0★ (8)22 mi
39Olive Branch Wellness, PLLC445.0★ (4)23 mi

Also serving Homewood

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 Homewood
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Anxiety & Stress Center4.4★ (25)In Homewood
Bridging Lyfe Health Inc4.3★ (7)In Homewood
CLS Comprehensive Services Professional Counseling & Mental Health Consulting Agency5.0★ (5)In Homewood
Creative Approaches to Therapy Inc.4.3★ (4)In Homewood
Family Strategies Counseling & Mediation5.0★ (1)In Homewood
Grand Prairie Behavioral Health3.3★ (3)In Homewood
Insights Therapeutic Services LLC4.7★ (13)In Homewood
Integrity Clinical Consulting & Training5.0★ (3)In Homewood
Interlude Healing Collective4.2★ (5)In Homewood
Joan G. Porche, PhD5.0★ (1)In Homewood
John Farrell4.5★ (2)In Homewood
Mc Lean Cynthia L5.0★ (3)In Homewood
Mindful Wellness Counseling4.5★ (14)In Homewood
Minds Empowered Counseling Services4.3★ (25)In Homewood
Mosaic Nature Therapy and Wellness PLLC4.2★ (5)In Homewood
Nexus Counseling Services5.0★ (2)In Homewood
Pinnacle Psychological Services5.0★ (1)In Homewood
Revamped Relationships4.9★ (56)In Homewood
Shannon Mason, LSW4.6★ (13)In Homewood
Therapeutic Conversations4.7★ (21)In Homewood

How we ranked Homewood trauma and PTSD therapists

We scored 39 Homewood 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 Homewood 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 Homewood: frequently asked questions

Who is the best trauma and PTSD therapist in Homewood?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked trauma and PTSD therapist in Homewood, IL is Amy Shanahan, LCSW with an RP Score of 70/100. It has 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews. Karuna Wellness EMDR and counseling (#2) and The Chicago EMDR Center (#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 Homewood?

RankedPsychologists ranks 39 trauma and PTSD therapists serving Homewood, IL. 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 Homewood work on weekends?

24 of 39 ranked trauma and PTSD therapists post Saturday hours and 8 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Karuna Wellness EMDR and counseling (#2), The Chicago EMDR Center (#3) and The Chicago EMDR Center- West Town (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Homewood trauma and PTSD therapists have?

The median Google rating among 39 rated trauma and PTSD therapists in Homewood is 5.0★, with a median of 13 reviews. AMK Counseling has the most, 58 reviews, and ranks #26. 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 Homewood count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Homewood 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 Homewood 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 Homewood

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 39 trauma and PTSD therapists serving Homewood.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.