Trauma and PTSD therapists in Elgin, Illinois IL
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Elgin 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
Meghan Luse
Counselor/Therapist, MS, LCPC
Post-traumatic stress can make the world feel exhausting and unpredictable. Your brain and body have adapted to survive, which can leave you feeling stuck in "fight or flight" mode or entirely shut down. Our work centers on helping your nervous system unlearn these survival responses. We focus on collaborative, paced steps to process the emotional weight of your experiences, helping you build a life that feels safe and manageable.
13 Years Experience
In-Person Near Elgin, IL
Online in Elgin, IL Illinois
PTSD/Trauma
Transformations Counseling PLLC
Counselor/Therapist
We help clients heal from trauma with evidence-based approaches such as EMDR and CBT. You can find safety, understanding, and strength after painful experiences.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Elgin, IL
Online in Elgin, IL Illinois
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 Elgin, IL Illinois (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 Elgin, IL
Online in Elgin, IL Illinois
PTSD/Trauma
The Caruso Wellness Center PLLC
Marriage and Family Therapist, DMin, MART, MA, ALMFT
Trauma and PTSD can leave individuals feeling unsafe in their own bodies, disconnected from others, and stuck in patterns of fear, hypervigilance, or emotional numbness. I provide trauma-informed counseling grounded in Adlerian Psychology and informed by polyvagal theory, integrating an understanding of meaning, belonging, and nervous system regulation. From an Adlerian perspective, we explore how early experiences shape beliefs about safety, worth, and connection, while also building courage and encouragement toward healing and growth. Using a polyvagal-informed lens, we focus on helping your nervous system move from survival states into greater regulation, safety, and connection.
I have a particular focus and training on religious trauma, recognizing the deep pain that can result from harmful spiritual environments, coercive belief systems, or experiences of rejection within faith communities. In this work, I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where your story can be honored, your experiences validated, and your sense of self carefully restored. Together, we work toward reclaiming safety, rebuilding trust, and integrating mind, body, and meaning in a way that supports long-term healing and resilience.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Elgin, IL
Online in Elgin, IL Illinois
PTSD/Trauma
Guada Psychological Services
Counselor/Therapist, Psychologist, LCPC, LPC, MA Level Clinicians
At Guada Psychological Services, we recognize that trauma and PTSD can affect anyone, yet healing looks different for everyone. Our therapists provide culturally responsive and trauma-informed care that honors your story and lived experience. We help clients unpack the emotional and physiological effects of trauma while building tools for safety, trust, and empowerment. Through gentle, evidence-based support, we aim to help you reclaim your voice, reconnect with yourself, and live with renewed confidence and calm.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Elgin, IL
Online in Elgin, IL Illinois
PTSD/Trauma
Patrick R. Gunderson, Ph.D., PLLC
Psychologist, PhD
I can help you achieve trauma resolution by processing traumatic incidents, reducing the associated anxiety and anger, and assisting in therapeutic corrective experiences. An important part of the healing process is to address traumatic incidents from the root, which can even be from childhood.
15 Years Experience
In-Person Near Elgin, IL
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 Elgin, IL Illinois (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 Elgin, IL Illinois (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 Elgin, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Elgin, Illinois Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Elgin, Illinois average 16 years of experience and charge around $203 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (74%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (39%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (35%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$203
Accept insurance
49%
Offer sliding scale
36%
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
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 74% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 39% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 34% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 30% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 28% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 28% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 68% | Young Adult |
| 52% | Senior |
| 46% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Women |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Men |
| 27% | Military / Veterans |
| 25% | Black / African American |