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Best Trauma And PTSD Therapists in West Vancouver, BC (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in West Vancouver: MindFluent Counselling & EMDR, RP Score 68/100; 4.9★ from 55 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 5 PM.

  2. 17

    Most-reviewed: One Oak Counselling Ltd., 219 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 52 ranked; ranked #17.

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52 West Vancouver trauma and PTSD therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 33 open Saturdays and 27 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 52 rated practices.

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

Top 10 trauma and PTSD therapists in West Vancouver 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 West Vancouver at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1MindFluent Counselling & EMDR684.9★ (55)Burnaby, 22 km awaySat · EveningsOverall
2The Trauma Therapy Group675.0★ (60)Vancouver, 14 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Pacific Soul Counselling675.0★ (4)Vancouver, 12 km awayEvenings—
4EMDR Therapy Group664.0★ (10)Vancouver, 9 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Modern Therapy Trauma Counselling655.0★ (6)Vancouver, 11 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Dig Deep Counselling - Dr. Natasha Ghosh, PhD. MEd, CHyp, RCC, Vancouver Counsellor, EMDR Therapist and Hypnotherapist645.0★ (4)North Vancouver, 6 km awaySat · Evenings—
7Serenne Therapy - Relationship and Trauma Therapy for Individuals and Couples645.0★ (17)North Vancouver, 14 km awaySat · Sun—
8Somatic Attachment Therapy, EMDR & Breathwork644.6★ (9)Vancouver, 12 km away——
9EMDR Integrative Counselling625.0★ (18)Vancouver, 12 km awaySun · Evenings—
10Ilona Spaar Clinical Hypnotherapy & Somatic EMDR | Vancouver625.0★ (42)Vancouver, 12 km awaySun—

The 52 best trauma and PTSD therapists in West Vancouver, 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 West Vancouver

    #1 MindFluent Counselling & EMDR

    Based in Burnaby, 22 km away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 4.9★ from 55 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 55 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3292 Production Way Ste 501, Burnaby, BC V5A 4R4
    View profile for MindFluent Counselling & EMDR(778) 775-3637

  2. #2 The Trauma Therapy Group

    Based in Vancouver, 14 km away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 60 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 60 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun 8 AM–4 PM
    Address
    1750 E 10th Ave #501, Vancouver, BC V5N 5K4
    View profile for The Trauma Therapy Group(236) 866-2220

  3. #3 Pacific Soul Counselling

    Based in Vancouver, 12 km away

    67/100RP 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 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    659A Moberly Rd #3, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4B3
    View profile for Pacific Soul Counselling(604) 704-3931

  4. #4 EMDR Therapy Group

    Based in Vancouver, 9 km away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–6 PM
    Address
    1199 W Pender St Ste 668, Vancouver, BC V6E 2R1
    View profile for EMDR Therapy Group(778) 819-2810

  6. #6 Dig Deep Counselling - Dr. Natasha Ghosh, PhD. MEd, CHyp, RCC, Vancouver Counsellor, EMDR Therapist and Hypnotherapist

    Based in North Vancouver, 6 km away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 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 8 AM–8 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–2 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–7 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–8 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–7 PM · Sat 10 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3053 Edgemont Blvd, North Vancouver, BC V7R 2R8
    View profile for Dig Deep Counselling - Dr. Natasha Ghosh, PhD. MEd, CHyp, RCC, Vancouver Counsellor, EMDR Therapist and Hypnotherapist(604) 716-7535

  7. #7 Serenne Therapy - Relationship and Trauma Therapy for Individuals and Couples

    Based in North Vancouver, 14 km away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Fri 10 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM–12 PM
    Address
    2967 Eddystone Crescent, North Vancouver, BC V7H 1B8
    View profile for Serenne Therapy - Relationship and Trauma Therapy for Individuals and Couples(604) 760-8642

  9. #9 EMDR Integrative Counselling

    Based in Vancouver, 12 km away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 10 AM–2 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–7 PM
    Address
    1089 W Broadway #172, Vancouver, BC V6H 1E5
    View profile for EMDR Integrative Counselling(604) 704-9664

  10. #10 Ilona Spaar Clinical Hypnotherapy & Somatic EMDR | Vancouver

    Based in Vancouver, 12 km away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Hypnotherapy service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–1 PM · Tue 9 AM–12 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–11 AM · Sat closed · Sun 10 AM–4:30 PM
    Address
    Ilona Spaar Clinical Hypnotherapy at Bamboo Healing Centre / Hycroft Medical Centre, 3195 Granville St #204, Vancouver, BC V6H 3K2
    View profile for Ilona Spaar Clinical Hypnotherapy & Somatic EMDR | Vancouver(778) 893-7991

  12. #12 Skylark Counselling Clinic

    Based in Vancouver, 10 km away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 36 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 36 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–10 PM
    Address
    525 Seymour St Ste 311, Vancouver, BC V6B 3H7
    View profile for Skylark Counselling Clinic(778) 899-3802

  13. #13 Pacific Maple Psych Centre

    Based in Vancouver, 10 km away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–8 PM
    Address
    470 Granville St #619, Vancouver, BC V6C 1V4
    View profile for Pacific Maple Psych Centre(604) 774-5501

  14. #14 Elevate Mental Health and Trauma Solutions

    Based in Vancouver, 12 km away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–8 PM · Tue closed · Wed 10 AM–8 PM · Thu closed · Fri 10 AM–8 PM · Sat 11 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    999 W Broadway #720, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1K5
    View profile for Elevate Mental Health and Trauma Solutions(604) 428-8671

  16. #16 Conscious Mind Clinic

    Based in North Vancouver, 9 km away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews
    Address
    106 W 1st St #402, North Vancouver, BC V7M 1A9
    View profile for Conscious Mind Clinic(604) 317-6172

  17. #17 One Oak Counselling Ltd.

    Based in Burnaby, 17 km away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 219 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 219 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–7 PM
    Address
    4388 Still Creek Dr #207, Burnaby, BC V5C 6C6
    View profile for One Oak Counselling Ltd.(604) 724-3542

  18. #18 Roya Counselling Inc.

    Based in Vancouver, 10 km away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    470 Granville St #818, Vancouver, BC V6B 1W7
    View profile for Roya Counselling Inc.(778) 949-0797

  19. #19 Boomerang Counselling Centre

    Based in North Vancouver, 10 km away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 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–Thu 9 AM–8:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 10 AM–3 PM
    Address
    422 E 3rd St #252, North Vancouver, BC V7P 0K1
    View profile for Boomerang Counselling Centre(778) 639-0955

  20. #20 Zana Becker: Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR and Art Therapy Counselling

    Based in Vancouver, 13 km away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.3★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 12 PM–6:30 PM · Wed 8 AM–2:30 PM · Thu 12 PM–7:30 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8:30 AM–3:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3256 W 24th Ave W, Vancouver, BC V6L 1R9
    View profile for Zana Becker: Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR and Art Therapy Counselling(778) 840-6794

  25. #25 Women's Mental Health

    Based in Vancouver, 12 km away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8:30 AM–8 PM
    Address
    550 W Broadway Unit 533, Vancouver, BC V5Z 0E9
    View profile for Women's Mental Health(604) 529-4700

How we ranked West Vancouver trauma and PTSD therapists

We scored 52 West Vancouver 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 12, 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 West Vancouver 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 West Vancouver: frequently asked questions

Who is the best trauma and PTSD therapist in West Vancouver?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked trauma and PTSD therapist in West Vancouver, BC is MindFluent Counselling & EMDR with an RP Score of 68/100. It has 4.9★ from 55 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 5 PM. The Trauma Therapy Group (#2) and Pacific Soul Counselling (#3) follow. We ranked 52 trauma and PTSD therapists on eight factors, last updated November 12, 2026.

How many trauma and PTSD therapists are there in West Vancouver?

RankedPsychologists ranks 52 trauma and PTSD therapists serving West Vancouver, BC. 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 West Vancouver work on weekends?

33 of 52 ranked trauma and PTSD therapists post Saturday hours and 27 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are MindFluent Counselling & EMDR (#1), The Trauma Therapy Group (#2) and EMDR Therapy Group (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do West Vancouver trauma and PTSD therapists have?

The median Google rating among 52 rated trauma and PTSD therapists in West Vancouver is 5.0★, with a median of 13 reviews. One Oak Counselling Ltd. has the most, 219 reviews, and ranks #17. 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 West Vancouver count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 km of the West Vancouver city centre, 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 West Vancouver 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 West Vancouver

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 52 trauma and PTSD therapists serving West Vancouver.

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