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Best Trauma And PTSD Therapists in Port Orchard, WA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Port Orchard: Sona Collective Seattle - Somatic & EMDR Trauma Therapy, RP Score 63/100; 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews; open evenings.

  2. 14

    Most-reviewed: Counseling Services for Wellbeing, 53 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 35 ranked; ranked #14.

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

35 Port Orchard trauma and PTSD therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 14 open Saturdays and 8 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 35 rated practices.

Top 10 trauma and PTSD therapists in Port Orchard 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 Port Orchard at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Sona Collective Seattle - Somatic & EMDR Trauma Therapy635.0★ (12)Seattle, 15 mi awayEveningsOverall
2Unabridged Counseling625.0★ (11)Seattle, 15 mi away——
3Blair Morgan-Livingston Therapist614.2★ (9)Seattle, 16 mi awayEvenings—
4Sacred Healing Place614.8★ (36)Tacoma, 21 mi away——
5Seattle Anxiety and Trauma Therapist | Max Tsymbalau MS, LMHC604.5★ (10)Seattle, 15 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Park EMDR Therapy595.0★ (3)Seattle, 14 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Rising With Me575.0★ (8)Lakewood, 22 mi away——
8MindSpot: Anxiety, Trauma, & Couple's Therapy575.0★ (5)Seattle, 16 mi away——
9Vibrant Journeys Counseling575.0★ (8)Bremerton, 2 mi away——
10Steffen Counseling Services565.0★ (13)Seattle, 14 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 35 best trauma and PTSD therapists in Port Orchard, 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 Port Orchard

    #1 Sona Collective Seattle - Somatic & EMDR Trauma Therapy

    Based in Seattle, 15 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    1811 Queen Anne Ave N #201, Seattle, WA 98109
    View profile for Sona Collective Seattle - Somatic & EMDR Trauma Therapy(720) 909-3451

  2. #2 Unabridged Counseling

    Based in Seattle, 15 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4501 15th Ave S #102, Seattle, WA 98108
    View profile for Unabridged Counseling(425) 260-9558

  3. #3 Blair Morgan-Livingston Therapist

    Based in Seattle, 16 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 4.2★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2366 Eastlake Ave E Ste 436, Seattle, WA 98102
    View profile for Blair Morgan-Livingston Therapist

  4. #4 Sacred Healing Place

    Based in Tacoma, 21 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 4.8★ from 36 Google reviews.

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

    • 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

  6. #6 Park EMDR Therapy

    Based in Seattle, 14 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 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–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–12 PM
    Address
    2801 Western Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
    View profile for Park EMDR Therapy(425) 606-5890

  7. #7 Rising With Me

    Based in Lakewood, 22 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 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–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

  10. #10 Steffen Counseling Services

    Based in Seattle, 14 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–9 PM · Tue–Fri 7 AM–8 PM · Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun 10 AM–6 PM
    Address
    415 1st Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
    View profile for Steffen Counseling Services(206) 535-1787

  11. #11 Speaking Trauma

    Based in Seattle, 15 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1800 Westlake Ave N #304, Seattle, WA 98109
    View profile for Speaking Trauma(564) 210-7035

  12. #12 Elissa Hurand Therapy PhD | Licensed Seattle Therapist

    Based in Seattle, 15 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 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–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun 9 AM–4 PM
    Address
    5306 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107
    View profile for Elissa Hurand Therapy PhD | Licensed Seattle Therapist(619) 993-8465

  13. #13 Seattle EMDR Associates

    Based in Seattle, 15 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 6:30 AM–8:30 PM · Fri 6:30 AM–6:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    150 Nickerson St #204, Seattle, WA 98109
    View profile for Seattle EMDR Associates(206) 929-5992

  15. #15 Brief Therapy Works - Intensive EMDR & Gambling Therapy Seattle

    Based in Seattle, 15 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–9 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–7 PM · Wed 10 AM–2:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    600 Stewart St Suite 400, Seattle, WA 98101
    View profile for Brief Therapy Works - Intensive EMDR & Gambling Therapy Seattle(206) 339-4546

  16. #16 Studio Saudade, SPC | Certified Mental Health & Wellness Coaching - Grief & Trauma Support

    Based in Seattle, 15 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    Arbor Space Office Building, 2120 1st Ave N #210, Seattle, WA 98109
    View profile for Studio Saudade, SPC | Certified Mental Health & Wellness Coaching - Grief & Trauma Support(206) 428-7750

  17. #17 Tacoma Wellness Collective - Mental Health Therapy, DBT, EMDR, CBT, & Telehealth

    Based in Tacoma, 21 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 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 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

  18. #18 Seattle Trauma Counseling

    Based in Kirkland, 22 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–8 PM · Tue 8 AM–9:30 PM · Wed 8 AM–10 PM · Thu 8 AM–9 PM · Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat closed · Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    10512 NE 68th St #202, Kirkland, WA 98033
    View profile for Seattle Trauma Counseling(206) 552-8207

  21. #21 Whole Therapies Collective

    Based in Kenmore, 23 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–8 PM
    Address
    6126 NE Bothell Way Second Floor, Kenmore, WA 98028
    View profile for Whole Therapies Collective(206) 413-8308

  23. #23 Grit City Counseling

    Based in Tacoma, 20 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.1★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 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

  24. #24 Next Step Mental Health

    Based in Seattle, 18 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 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 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 PM–12 AM · Sat 12 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    10700 Meridian Ave N #501, Seattle, WA 98133
    View profile for Next Step Mental Health(206) 492-5884

  25. #25 Emerald Peak Therapy

    Based in Seattle, 15 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    753 N 35th St, Seattle, WA 98103
    View profile for Emerald Peak Therapy(832) 503-0284

All 35 trauma and PTSD therapists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #35, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

trauma and PTSD therapists in Port Orchard, ranks 26 to 35
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26The Bellevue Trauma Recovery Center485.0★ (15)25 mi
27Edmonds Christian Counseling484.8★ (12)22 mi
28Eastside Center for Healing473.9★ (12)22 mi
29Bellevue Family Counseling473.8★ (6)22 mi
30Bellevue Counseling474.6★ (41)22 mi
31Novo Life Counseling465.0★ (19)22 mi
32OptimalLife Wellness Center463.4★ (12)23 mi
33Ebb and Flow Counseling465.0★ (16)25 mi
34Meridian Counseling Services465.0★ (7)24 mi
35Healing Harbor, PLLC425.0★ (4)24 mi

Also serving Port Orchard

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 Port Orchard
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Alternative & Action Counseling3.3★ (10)In Port Orchard
Carole S. Heine, LMHC5.0★ (1)In Port Orchard
Center-Child & Family Therapy3.4★ (8)In Port Orchard
Choice Counseling | Just another WordPress siteIn Port Orchard
Counseling OfficesIn Port Orchard
Found Therapy Services5.0★ (1)In Port Orchard
Fresh Start Counseling PLLCIn Port Orchard
Groundwater Wellness3.7★ (3)In Port Orchard
Healthy Whole Solutions5.0★ (1)In Port Orchard
Jeffrey Weist, MSW5.0★ (1)In Port Orchard
Karen Carr Lindner PHDIn Port Orchard
Kirsten Friedman CounselingIn Port Orchard
KMHS South Kitsap2.8★ (4)In Port Orchard
LaRae & Associates3.7★ (3)In Port Orchard
MultiCare Behavioral Health – Port Orchard3.7★ (3)In Port Orchard
Northwest Therapy Group PLLC1.0★ (1)In Port Orchard
Peninsula Psychological Center of Washington3.0★ (2)In Port Orchard
Peninsula Psychological Center: Carstens Heather1.0★ (1)In Port Orchard
Rivers Edge Counseling5.0★ (8)In Port Orchard
Tamara A. Anthony-Ryder, MFTIn Port Orchard

How we ranked Port Orchard trauma and PTSD therapists

We scored 35 Port Orchard 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 Port Orchard 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 Port Orchard: frequently asked questions

Who is the best trauma and PTSD therapist in Port Orchard?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked trauma and PTSD therapist in Port Orchard, WA is Sona Collective Seattle - Somatic & EMDR Trauma Therapy with an RP Score of 63/100. It has 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews. It is open evenings. Unabridged Counseling (#2) and Blair Morgan-Livingston Therapist (#3) follow. We ranked 35 trauma and PTSD therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many trauma and PTSD therapists are there in Port Orchard?

RankedPsychologists ranks 35 trauma and PTSD therapists serving Port Orchard, WA. 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 Port Orchard work on weekends?

14 of 35 ranked trauma and PTSD therapists post Saturday hours and 8 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Seattle Anxiety and Trauma Therapist | Max Tsymbalau MS, LMHC (#5), Park EMDR Therapy (#6) and Steffen Counseling Services (#10). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Port Orchard trauma and PTSD therapists have?

The median Google rating among 35 rated trauma and PTSD therapists in Port Orchard is 5.0★, with a median of 9 reviews. Counseling Services for Wellbeing has the most, 53 reviews, and ranks #14. 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 Port Orchard count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Port Orchard 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 Port Orchard 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 Port Orchard

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 35 trauma and PTSD therapists serving Port Orchard.

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