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Best Trauma And PTSD Therapists in Reading, OH (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Reading: Inclusive Counseling, RP Score 62/100; 4.0★ from 37 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 2

    Most-reviewed: Cincinnati Center for DBT, 40 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 13 ranked; ranked #2.

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

13 Reading trauma and PTSD therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 2 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 13 rated practices.

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

Top 10 trauma and PTSD therapists in Reading 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 Reading at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Inclusive Counseling624.0★ (37)Blue Ash, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Cincinnati Center for DBT595.0★ (40)Cincinnati, 5 mi awayEveningsMost reviews
3Back to Balance Counseling: Holistic Therapy for Individuals & Couples595.0★ (7)Cincinnati, 3 mi awaySat—
4Presence With Love | Somatic Experiencing & Trauma Practitioner585.0★ (7)Cincinnati, 8 mi away——
5Brain Based Counseling & EMDR Intensives575.0★ (3)Goshen, 7 mi away——
6Cincinnati Center for DBT564.8★ (34)Cincinnati, 8 mi awayEvenings—
7Integral Insights Counseling, LLC565.0★ (9)Springdale, 4 mi away——
8Kintsukuroi Counseling554.6★ (7)Mason, 11 mi away——
9Trillium Therapy Collective545.0★ (5)Cincinnati, 7 mi awayEvenings—
10Viewpoint Psychological Services523.7★ (23)Covington, 15 mi away——

The 13 best trauma and PTSD therapists in Reading, 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 Reading

    #1 Inclusive Counseling

    Based in Blue Ash, 4 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.0★ from 37 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun 9 AM–1 PM
    Address
    10999 Reed Hartman Hwy Ste 207, Blue Ash, OH 45242
    View profile for Inclusive Counseling(513) 999-5506

  2. #2 Cincinnati Center for DBT

    Based in Cincinnati, 5 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 40 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 40 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9200 Montgomery Rd #23B, Cincinnati, OH 45242
    View profile for Cincinnati Center for DBT(513) 268-8306

  3. #3 Back to Balance Counseling: Holistic Therapy for Individuals & Couples

    Based in Cincinnati, 3 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, 3 mi from Reading.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10:30 AM–4:30 PM · Tue 12 PM–5 PM · Wed 10:30 AM–4:30 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    9403 Kenwood Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45242
    View profile for Back to Balance Counseling: Holistic Therapy for Individuals & Couples(513) 239-7752

  6. #6 Cincinnati Center for DBT

    Based in Cincinnati, 8 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 34 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    126 Wellington Pl, Cincinnati, OH 45219
    View profile for Cincinnati Center for DBT(513) 268-8306

  8. #8 Kintsukuroi Counseling

    Based in Mason, 11 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    8118 Corporate Way Ste 175, Mason, OH 45040
    View profile for Kintsukuroi Counseling(513) 766-8828

  9. #9 Trillium Therapy Collective

    Based in Cincinnati, 7 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3268 Jefferson Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220
    View profile for Trillium Therapy Collective(513) 914-1777

  11. #11 Anderson Hills Psychotherapy

    Based in Cincinnati, 12 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9:30 AM–7 PM · Tue 9:30 AM–8 PM · Wed–Thu 9:30 AM–7 PM · Fri 9:30 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1080 Nimitzview Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45230
    View profile for Anderson Hills Psychotherapy(513) 233-0020

  12. #12 Bigger Skies Mental Health

    Based in Goshen, 14 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    7905 OH-48, Maineville, OH 45039
    View profile for Bigger Skies Mental Health(513) 957-2809

How we ranked Reading trauma and PTSD therapists

We scored 13 Reading 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 Reading 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 Reading: frequently asked questions

Who is the best trauma and PTSD therapist in Reading?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked trauma and PTSD therapist in Reading, OH is Inclusive Counseling with an RP Score of 62/100. It has 4.0★ from 37 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Cincinnati Center for DBT (#2) and Back to Balance Counseling: Holistic Therapy for Individuals & Couples (#3) follow. We ranked 13 trauma and PTSD therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many trauma and PTSD therapists are there in Reading?

RankedPsychologists ranks 13 trauma and PTSD therapists serving Reading, OH. 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 Reading work on weekends?

2 of 13 ranked trauma and PTSD therapists post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Inclusive Counseling (#1) and Back to Balance Counseling: Holistic Therapy for Individuals & Couples (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Reading trauma and PTSD therapists have?

The median Google rating among 13 rated trauma and PTSD therapists in Reading is 5.0★, with a median of 9 reviews. Cincinnati Center for DBT has the most, 40 reviews, and ranks #2. 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 Reading count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 13 trauma and PTSD therapists serving Reading.

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