Trauma and PTSD therapists in Aurora, IL
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Aurora, Illinois 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
Graceful Therapy PLLC
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, LCPC, LSW, LPC
Trauma can leave lasting imprints on your thoughts, your body, and your sense of safety in the world. Whether your experiences are recent or from long ago, healing is possible, and you don't have to navigate it along. Graceful Therapy offers trauma-informed care that meets you with compassion, patience, and deep respect for your story. We move at your pace, creating space for healing without pressure or judgment. We support individuals experiencing: flashbacks, nightmares or intrusive thoughts, anxiety, panic or feeling constantly "on edge", childhood trauma or complex trauma, PTSD related to specific events or ongoing experiences.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Aurora, IL 60506
Online in Aurora, IL
PTSD/Trauma
Resolve Counseling PLLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
EYE MOVEMENT DESENSITIZATION REPROCESSING (EMDR) Therapy: EMDR is a psychotherapy approach used to alleviate PTSD and/or distress associated with traumatic memories. It involves stimulating bilateral brain activity through eye movements, sounds, or taps while the client focuses on distressing memories. This process facilitates the brain's natural healing mechanisms, helping clients process traumatic experiences and reduce their emotional intensity.
Amy is a an EMDR Certified Therapist through EMDRIA.
30 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aurora, IL
Online in Aurora, IL
PTSD/Trauma
Aaliyah Gilbert
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LSW
Experiences of trauma can have lasting effects on how you feel in your body, relationships, and daily life, often showing up as anxiety, hypervigilance, emotional numbness, or difficulty feeling safe. I support clients in gently processing traumatic experiences at a pace that feels safe and manageable, without pressure to relive or disclose more than you are ready for. In our work together, we focus on building emotional safety, strengthening coping skills, and understanding how past experiences may be impacting your present. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, connected, and empowered as you move toward healing and reclaiming a sense of stability and control in your life.
2 Years Experience
Online in Aurora, IL (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Dr. Rae Mazzei
Psychologist, PsyD
As a psychologist specializing in trauma, I offer a compassionate and safe environment to help you process and heal from the pain of your past. Using evidence-based approaches, we’ll work together to reduce the impact of traumatic experiences, build resilience, and restore a sense of safety and control in your life. Healing is possible, and I am here to support you every step of the way toward a brighter and more empowered future.
12 Years Experience
Online in Aurora, IL (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Letitia Cullens-Proctor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, CCMHC
Trauma-informed care is integrated throughout my work with all my clients, whether it is traditional talk therapy, KAP, or EMDR, there is a priority on creating a supportive, trusting, and collaborative environment.
6 Years Experience
Online in Aurora, IL (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Mun & Mind Therapy PLLC
Psychologist
Trauma can result from a single event or a series of experiences that overwhelm our ability to cope. Its effects can show up in thoughts, emotions, relationships, and the body long after the experience has passed. At Mun & Mind, we provide trauma-informed, culturally responsive care that helps clients process difficult experiences, develop a sense of safety, and reconnect with themselves in meaningful ways.
2 Years Experience
Online in Aurora, IL (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
New Leaf Counseling and Wellness
Psychologist
Treating trauma and PTSD requires a comprehensive and compassionate approach that prioritizes safety, trust, and empowerment. Drawing from evidence-based therapies such as cognitive processing therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and somatic experiencing, I work with clients to process and integrate traumatic memories in a supportive therapeutic environment. Through psychoeducation, skill-building, and experiential techniques, I help clients regain a sense of control over their lives while addressing symptoms such as hypervigilance, flashbacks, and avoidance. My specialized expertise enables me to tailor treatment to each individual's unique needs, fostering healing, resilience, and a renewed sense of hope for the future.
25 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aurora, IL
Online in Aurora, IL
PTSD/Trauma
Mind Body Connections
Counselor/Therapist
Our clinicians understand these diagnosis from a body-based perspective and know how impactful trauma can be on the mind and body. By using IFS, EMDR and somatic practices we will work towards relieving the system of the pain the trauma has caused and restore the body-mind by to optimal functioning.
28 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aurora, IL
Online in Aurora, IL
PTSD/Trauma
Mind Lodge
Therapist, LCPC
Healing from trauma is possible, and we’re here to help. Our trauma-informed approach focuses on safety, processing painful memories, and restoring a sense of peace.
21 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aurora, IL
Online in Aurora, IL
PTSD/Trauma
Margo Tirado MA LCPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Trauma and PTSD can leave lasting effects that show up in thoughts, emotions, and the body—often long after the original experience has passed. Many people feel stuck in patterns of fear, self-blame, or hypervigilance, even when they understand logically that they’re no longer in danger. In therapy, I offer a steady, compassionate space to make sense of these responses, helping you understand how trauma shaped both your beliefs about yourself and your sense of safety in the world.
My approach to trauma healing weaves together insight, somatic body-based practices, and Emotion-Focused Tapping (EFT). We work gently with the body to release stored stress while also addressing the beliefs that trauma leaves behind—such as feeling powerless, unsafe, or unworthy. True healing happens when both the mind and body are included in the process. Over time, clients often experience greater calm, self-trust, and a renewed sense of control, allowing life to feel more grounded, connected, and whole again.
31 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aurora, IL
Online in Aurora, IL
Aurora is one of Illinois's largest cities and serves as a western anchor of the Chicago metro — with a large Latino population (predominantly Mexican American), a growing South Asian community, and a blue-collar manufacturing heritage that shapes its therapy culture. The city's historically Hispanic east side has distinct mental health needs rooted in immigration stress, economic precarity, and bilingual family dynamics, while the more affluent far east side neighborhoods generate demand for therapists working with professional stress and relationship concerns. Rush Copley Medical Center provides institutional mental health resources alongside a private therapy community that serves Aurora and the broader Fox Valley corridor. Aurora's affordability relative to Chicago has made it a destination for families seeking more space, and therapists frequently encounter the adjustment challenges and social isolation that come with suburban relocation.
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Aurora, IL Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Aurora, IL average 15 years of experience and charge around $205 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (74%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (42%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (37%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Accept insurance
50%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 54% |
In Person and Online |
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| 45% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 74% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 42% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 29% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 29% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 29% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 71% | Young Adult |
| 52% | Senior |
| 44% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 46% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Men |
| 27% | Military / Veterans |
| 24% | Black / African American |