Trauma and PTSD therapists in Scottsdale, Arizona AZ
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Scottsdale who provide testing, evidence-based treatment for trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, and related challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress. Compare detailed therapist profiles and connect with a provider that’s right for you.
PTSD/Trauma
Sumer Statler Aeed
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
Trauma is the experience not just of what happened to us, but by how our bodies, neurology, and hearts respond to what happened to us. Traumas of 'small t' and traumas of 'big T' both create adaptions to our true selves that can lead in our being 'stuck' in ways that don't serve us, that may create more trauma, or disconnection from our true selves and to our relationships with others. We have multiple ways of healing trauma, including complex traumas, including Flash Therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), clinical hypnosis, somatic work, art therapy and more. Coming back to your true self, perhaps for the first time, is not a journey to be missed.
27 Years Experience
Online in Scottsdale, AZ Arizona (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Dr. Amanda Malak
Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist
I specialize in helping individuals who have experienced trauma or are dealing with PTSD. My approach includes trauma-informed therapies like CPT, PE, somatic experiencing, and other techniques designed to help clients process and heal from their traumatic experiences. I work with clients to address symptoms like flashbacks, anxiety, and avoidance, and to help them regain a sense of safety, control, and empowerment. My goal is to create a supportive environment where clients can work through their trauma at their own pace, build resilience, and ultimately move toward healing and recovery. Referrals to EMDR or medication management are offered when appropriate.
12 Years Experience
In-Person in Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Online in Scottsdale, AZ Arizona
PTSD/Trauma
Alice Barton
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
I use EMDR to help individuals process their trauma. I've been a trauma therapist for the past 5 years and have helped hundreds of clients live freer, higher quality lives after EMDR.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Online in Scottsdale, AZ Arizona
PTSD/Trauma
Lynda Griffin Bull
Counselor/Therapist, MC, LPC
Traumatic experiences—whether from childhood events, relationships, medical crises, or other overwhelming situations—can leave lasting effects on how we think, feel, and relate to others. Many people experience symptoms such as anxiety, emotional numbness, difficulty concentrating, or feeling constantly on edge. I am devoted to helping clients address the legacy of trauma and the ways it continues to affect daily life. In a supportive and respectful therapeutic environment, we work at a pace that feels safe for you, focusing on understanding your experiences, building resilience, and moving toward lasting healing.
19 Years Experience
In-Person in Scottsdale, AZ 85253
Online in Scottsdale, AZ Arizona
PTSD/Trauma
Patricia Fahmy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Trauma can continue to affect your life long after difficult experiences have ended. You may find yourself feeling emotionally overwhelmed, constantly on guard, disconnected from others, struggling with trust, or repeating patterns in relationships that you don't fully understand. Trauma can impact the mind, body, nervous system, and the way we relate to ourselves and others. I specialize in helping individuals and couples heal the effects of trauma through a holistic approach that integrates EMDR, somatic therapy, attachment work, and mindfulness. Together, we work to process painful experiences, strengthen emotional regulation, and create healthier, more secure ways of living and connecting.
7 Years Experience
Online in Scottsdale, AZ Arizona (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Arroyo Psychological Services
Psychologist
We help clients process and heal from past trauma in a safe, supportive setting. Therapy focuses on restoring safety, empowerment, and emotional stability while reducing trauma-related symptoms.
9 Years Experience
In-Person in Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Online in Scottsdale, AZ Arizona
PTSD/Trauma
Ben Hedberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC, BCC
I help men dealing with trauma and PTSD, including symptoms like anxiety, hypervigilance, and avoidance. Treatment focuses on processing past experiences, reducing symptoms, and building a stronger sense of control and stability moving forward.
29 Years Experience
In-Person in Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Online in Scottsdale, AZ Arizona
PTSD/Trauma
Claire Karakey
Therapist, LPC, MC
Traumatic experiences often involve a physical threat to life or safety but any situation that leaves a person feeling isolated, helpless, and overwhelmed can result in Trauma. Traumatic events include accidents, abuse, bullying, neglect, breakups, humiliation, chronic illness, or the sudden death of a loved one.
Trauma can often manifest in destructive behaviors such as substance abuse, self-harm, and codependency. An individual struggling with past traumas can experience insomnia, irritability, aches and pains, fear, anxiety, and hopelessness. Trauma can affect work performance and relationships, cause one to withdraw and isolate from others, and potentially resort to using drugs or self-harm in order to cope with the intense emotions.
Whatever the cause of the trauma – and whether it happened recently or in childhood – therapy can help. A therapist can use a variety of modalities including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Talk Therapy, and Mindfulness techniques to help reprogram and heal the traumatic memories so a healthier, happier life can be realized.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Online in Scottsdale, AZ Arizona
PTSD/Trauma
Sophie Pierce
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I understand trauma responses as the nervous system’s adaptive attempts to cope with overwhelming experiences, rather than simply symptoms to be eliminated. Healing occurs through safe, supportive relationships that help restore a sense of connection, regulation, and trust. I work collaboratively with children, and families to build understanding, strengthen resilience, and support meaningful growth.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Scottsdale, AZ
Online in Scottsdale, AZ Arizona
PTSD/Trauma
Noelle Espineli
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Noelle is EMDR trained and also uses other effective evidence-based modalities to help individuals pinpoint their symptoms, triggers, and needs.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Scottsdale, AZ
Online in Scottsdale, AZ Arizona
Scottsdale's affluence and wellness-oriented culture generate consistently high demand for therapy, with a population that generally views mental health care favorably and has the financial means to engage in longer-term work — making it one of the most therapist-dense cities in Arizona. The city's luxury resort industry and reputation as a destination for high-net-worth retirees and second-home owners create a distinctive therapy clientele, with practitioners frequently addressing relationship complexity, identity in retirement, wealth-related stress, and the gap between external success and internal wellbeing. HonorHealth and Mayo Clinic Phoenix provide institutional mental health resources alongside one of Arizona's most established private practice communities. Scottsdale's significant recovery community — drawn by the concentration of high-end treatment centers in the surrounding Sonoran Desert — also drives substantial demand for therapists specializing in addiction aftercare and dual diagnosis work.
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Scottsdale, Arizona Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Scottsdale, Arizona average 16 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (73%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (35%), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) (32%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Accept insurance
39%
Offer sliding scale
32%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 73% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 35% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 32% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 32% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 30% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 26% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 25% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 66% | Young Adult |
| 48% | Senior |
| 42% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 55% | Women |
| 40% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Men |
| 26% | Military / Veterans |
| 25% | Black / African American |