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Best Trauma And PTSD Therapists in Pembroke Pines, FL (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Pembroke Pines: EMDR, Trauma & Couples Therapy Intensive in Florida & South Carolina-Renew Your Mind Counseling-Roxana Carmenate, LCSW, RP Score 79/100; 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 31

    Most-reviewed: Dr. Gustavo R. Benejam, Psychologist | Psicólogo, 411 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 57 ranked; ranked #31.

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

57 Pembroke Pines trauma and PTSD therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 21 open Saturdays and 7 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 57 rated practices.

Top 10 trauma and PTSD therapists in Pembroke Pines 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 Pembroke Pines at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1EMDR, Trauma & Couples Therapy Intensive in Florida & South Carolina-Renew Your Mind Counseling-Roxana Carmenate, LCSW795.0★ (7)Pembroke PinesSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2The Mindshift Studio | Trauma Therapy, EMDR, & Clinical Hypnosis705.0★ (4)Miami Beach, 2 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Gloria Valdivieso, LCSW695.0★ (4)Weston, 11 mi away——
4Soul Springs Wellness with Leah Barsher685.0★ (20)Miami, 13 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Paulo G. Lazaro, LCSW, CBT, EMDR665.0★ (8)North Miami, 8 mi awayEvenings—
6Restorative Integrations, Fort Lauderdale EMDR Therapy645.0★ (20)Fort Lauderdale, 14 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Mirta C. Pont, LCSW645.0★ (3)Coral Gables, 18 mi away——
8Vibewell Therapy – EMDR for Trauma & Gottman Couples Therapist635.0★ (4)North Miami Beach, 7 mi away——
9Bryan Palmer, LCSW-QS, CSAT, EMDR II624.9★ (16)Miami Beach, 15 mi awayEvenings—
10Empowered Life Counseling, Inc/Dr Remy Nelson, PhD, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC615.0★ (4)Jacksonville, 15 mi awayEvenings—

The 57 best trauma and PTSD therapists in Pembroke Pines, 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. 79/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2400 N University Dr, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
  2. Based in Weston, 11 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    2645 Executive Park Dr #115, Weston, FL 33331
  3. Based in North Miami, 8 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 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–Fri 10 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    13499 Biscayne Boulevard Suite 208, North Miami Beach, North Miami, FL 33181
  4. Based in Fort Lauderdale, 14 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2900 E Oakland Park Blvd 3rd Fl, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306
  5. Based in Coral Gables, 18 mi away

    64/100RP Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    Counseling Center, 2600 Douglas Rd Ste 1003, Coral Gables, FL 33134
  6. 63/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    2145 NE 164th St, North Miami Beach, FL 33162
  7. Based in Miami Beach, 15 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 4.9★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 11 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 10 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1410 20th St Ste 209, Miami Beach, FL 33139
  8. 61/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1200 Riverplace Blvd Suite 105, 1571, Jacksonville, FL 32207
  9. Based in Fort Lauderdale, 13 mi away

    59/100RP Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 12 AM–12 AM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2691 E Oakland Park Blvd Ste 300, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306
  10. 58/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat closed · Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    1688 Meridian Ave Ste 717, Miami Beach, FL 33139
  11. Based in Coral Gables, 17 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    338 Minorca Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134
  12. Based in Fort Lauderdale, 10 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    805 E Broward Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
  13. Based in Aventura, 7 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 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–Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri 10 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3580 Mystic Pointe Dr Ste 106, Aventura, FL 33180
  14. 56/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 53 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 53 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1111 Lincoln Rd 511 and 530, Miami Beach, FL 33139
  15. Based in Weston, 12 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychoneurological specialized clinic”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1605 Town Center Cir Ste d, Weston, FL 33326
  16. Based in Fort Lauderdale, 14 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1915 NE 45th St Ste 209, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
  17. Based in Miami, 13 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4770 Biscayne Blvd Ste 1440, Miami, FL 33137
  18. Based in Fort Lauderdale, 15 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–6 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–12 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    800 E Cypress Creek Rd Ste 431, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334
  19. Based in Deerfield Beach, 21 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–9 PM
    Address
    2371 SW 15th St, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
  20. Based in Miami, 15 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1110 NW N River Dr, Miami, FL 33136

Trauma and PTSD therapists ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in RP Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 57 ranked trauma and PTSD therapists here; the rest are on their profiles.

trauma and PTSD therapists in Pembroke Pines, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Restored Purpose Counseling Services, PLLC525.0★ (18)10 mi
27Pamela Morgan, LCSW525.0★ (11)10 mi
28The Psychology Group Fort Lauderdale524.0★ (8)13 mi
29The Trauma Resolution Center514.3★ (18)18 mi
30Nicole San Martin Trauma & ADHD Therapist - Casa Sol Psychology515.0★ (6)18 mi
31Dr. Gustavo R. Benejam, Psychologist | Psicólogo515.0★ (411)17 mi
32Dr Coral Arvon and Associates in Counseling515.0★ (9)17 mi
33Mindful Conversations Therapy and Consulting LLC515.0★ (5)10 mi
34Dr. Coral Arvon and Associates in Counseling505.0★ (26)23 mi
35Lyon Counseling LLC505.0★ (22)15 mi
36Soulstice Miami Therapy505.0★ (30)16 mi
37Bryan Palmer, LCSW-QS, CSAT, EMDR505.0★ (3)18 mi
38Clear Path Individual and Family Therapy Inc - EMDR Therapy495.0★ (3)21 mi
39Jackie Schwartz, LMFT, The Love Expert495.0★ (7)13 mi
40Peace Behavioral Health495.0★ (5)18 mi
41Golden Vibes Counseling Center - Virtually in Florida494.0★ (4)14 mi
42Terra Counseling Center485.0★ (15)17 mi
43Better Days Ahead LLC485.0★ (8)15 mi
44Anasa Counseling485.0★ (18)18 mi
45Buxani Counseling Care | Mental Health Counseling Clinic in Miami475.0★ (256)23 mi
46Home for Balance475.0★ (5)22 mi
47Evolve Therapy & Counseling: Miami, Brickell474.5★ (13)17 mi
48ThriveSky Therapy - Kimberlee Trinkofsky, LMHC, PA475.0★ (18)24 mi
49Revive Neurocenter473.4★ (7)20 mi
50RENEW CENTER OF FLORIDA - Eating Disorders and PTSD/Trauma Treatment - Insomnia - Therapy - Wellness - Dr. Lisa Palmer475.0★ (4)25 mi

Also serving Pembroke Pines

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 Pembroke Pines
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Alice Bartlett, LMHC4.9★ (54)In Pembroke Pines
AT Holistic Counseling5.0★ (28)In Pembroke Pines
Caring Therapists- Pembroke Pines4.8★ (58)In Pembroke Pines
Carlos E. Plasencia, PhD4.9★ (36)In Pembroke Pines
Cindy Jill North LCSW., P.A.5.0★ (22)In Pembroke Pines
Compass Health Systems1.8★ (100)In Pembroke Pines
Dr. Pamela Silver - Psychologist4.9★ (108)In Pembroke Pines
Ellie Mental Health4.8★ (74)In Pembroke Pines
Goldson Spine Rehabilitation Center4.9★ (323)In Pembroke Pines
Impact Family Christian Counseling4.9★ (74)In Pembroke Pines
Insight Behavioral Center4.6★ (19)In Pembroke Pines
Karen M. Wood, LMHC, CAP3.7★ (21)In Pembroke Pines
Mind & Body Integrative Counseling Center4.9★ (21)In Pembroke Pines
Pines Recovery Life4.4★ (126)In Pembroke Pines
Psych4u4.0★ (140)In Pembroke Pines
R&C Psychiatry and Integrative Medicine4.9★ (160)In Pembroke Pines
Shalom Mental Health and Wellness4.1★ (42)In Pembroke Pines
South Florida Therapeutic Solutions2.3★ (17)In Pembroke Pines
Sport Psychology Movement Institute5.0★ (23)In Pembroke Pines
Vista Pines Health4.4★ (32)In Pembroke Pines

How we ranked Pembroke Pines trauma and PTSD therapists

We scored 57 Pembroke Pines 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 Pembroke Pines 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 Pembroke Pines: frequently asked questions

Who is the best trauma and PTSD therapist in Pembroke Pines?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked trauma and PTSD therapist in Pembroke Pines, FL is EMDR, Trauma & Couples Therapy Intensive in Florida & South Carolina-Renew Your Mind Counseling-Roxana Carmenate, LCSW with an RP Score of 79/100. It has 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. The Mindshift Studio | Trauma Therapy, EMDR, & Clinical Hypnosis (#2) and Gloria Valdivieso, LCSW (#3) follow. We ranked 57 trauma and PTSD therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many trauma and PTSD therapists are there in Pembroke Pines?

RankedPsychologists ranks 57 trauma and PTSD therapists serving Pembroke Pines, FL. 1 of them is based in Pembroke Pines; 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 Pembroke Pines work on weekends?

21 of 57 ranked trauma and PTSD therapists post Saturday hours and 7 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are EMDR, Trauma & Couples Therapy Intensive in Florida & South Carolina-Renew Your Mind Counseling-Roxana Carmenate, LCSW (#1), The Mindshift Studio | Trauma Therapy, EMDR, & Clinical Hypnosis (#2) and Soul Springs Wellness with Leah Barsher (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Pembroke Pines trauma and PTSD therapists have?

The median Google rating among 57 rated trauma and PTSD therapists in Pembroke Pines is 5.0★, with a median of 13 reviews. Dr. Gustavo R. Benejam, Psychologist | Psicólogo has the most, 411 reviews, and ranks #31. 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 Pembroke Pines count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Pembroke Pines 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 Pembroke Pines 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 Pembroke Pines

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 57 trauma and PTSD therapists serving Pembroke Pines.