Trauma and PTSD therapists in Tacoma, Washington WA
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Tacoma 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.
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Trauma and PTSD
Roxanne Luna
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-BC
Trauma can have lasting effects on emotional, physical, and psychological well-being. I help clients process traumatic experiences, reduce symptoms, and develop healthy coping skills to support healing and recovery.
9 Years Experience
Online in Tacoma, WA Washington (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Brandon Zahl
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC
Unresolved trauma is a ghost that haunts us in every part of our lives. Mental, emotional and even physical consequences manifest from our past experiences, even if we don't remember them. We don't want to "go back there" yet we remain stuck, either consciously or unconsciously, until we tap into the body's innate ability to heal from the past. Together we'll work on connecting with a sense of safety and security in the present moment and work on tools for you to manage anxiety and depression. Then we'll gently begin revisiting the unprocessed trauma, bit by bit, until we've processed it through and you are free of the past.
6 Years Experience
Online in Tacoma, WA Washington (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Shelia Jackson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP,PMHNP-BC
Trauma can leave lasting scars that disrupt daily life. I offer trauma-informed care to help you process painful memories, manage symptoms, and reclaim a sense of safety and control.
11 Years Experience
Online in Tacoma, WA Washington (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Michael Drane
Therapist, LMHC
I will use evidenced-based methods to help you access and resolve your trauma.
10 Years Experience
Online in Tacoma, WA Washington (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Tacoma Wellness Collective
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Trauma isn't always a single dramatic event. Sometimes it's what happened once. Sometimes it's what happened over and over, so gradually it started to feel normal. Sometimes it's what didn't happen — the safety, the attunement, the protection that should have been there and wasn't.
Whatever the origin, trauma lives in the body. It shapes how we move through the world, how we respond to threat, how close we let people get. It can look like hypervigilance, numbness, difficulty trusting, or a nervous system that never fully settles.
At TWC, we work with adults carrying the weight of past experiences that are still showing up in present life. Our therapists approach trauma with care, clinical skill, and deep respect for the pace each person needs. We don't push. We don't rush. We build safety first — because that's where healing begins.
You survived it. You don't have to keep living inside it.
When you're ready, we're here.
13 Years Experience
In-Person in Tacoma, WA 98406
Online in Tacoma, WA Washington
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Annette Tardif
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Tardif Psychology specializes in:
Persistent/chronic physical pain, eg. hypermobility/HSD/hEDS, migraines, cancer, pelvic pain
Times of hormone changes, eg. postpartum, perimenopause, menopause, postmenopause
Caretaking, eg. a loved one has a chronic illness
Burnout, ongoing stress, eg. school, work
Persistent/chronic mental health pain, eg. trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD
8 Years Experience
Online in Tacoma, WA Washington (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Nicole Waters (Flowing Waters Counseling)
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC
Trauma can leave lasting emotional and physical effects that make it hard to feel safe or at peace, even long after the event. I offer a trauma-informed approach to help you process painful memories while focusing on safety, grounding, and rebuilding a sense of trust in yourself and others. Healing doesn't mean forgetting—it means reclaiming your strength and sense of safety.
7 Years Experience
Online in Tacoma, WA Washington (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Humanistic Therapy NW
Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, ACSW, CSWA
We treat trauma and PTSD using evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) combined with trauma reprocessing to help reduce symptoms and restore a sense of safety and control. Treatment is paced, collaborative, and focused on helping clients process traumatic experiences while building skills for grounding, resilience, and daily functioning.
17 Years Experience
Online in Tacoma, WA Washington (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
David Price
Counselor/Therapist, LIcensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA) State of Washington
We gently build capacity to stay present with difficult memories and sensations while reclaiming a sense of choice, safety, and forward movement in life.
2 Years Experience
Online in Tacoma, WA Washington (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Rebecca Gallagher
Therapist
In my work with individuals, couples and families, I am passionate about helping my clients explore what is holding them back from living their best lives. I am an active and supportive listener and will help you identify and meet your own goals for health and happiness.
13 Years Experience
In-Person in Tacoma, WA 98407
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Paul Daanen
Psychologist, PsyD
I specialize in the assessment and treatment of PTSD and cPTSD. As mentioned elsewhere here, I utilize a multifaceted approach that is customized to the needs of each individual person I work with. When suitable, and with sufficient preparation, I emphasize EMDR as my treatment approach of choice.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Tacoma, WA
Online in Tacoma, WA Washington
Tacoma is home to Joint Base Lewis-McChord — one of the largest military installations in the United States — and a significant portion of its therapy community is oriented toward the needs of active-duty service members, veterans, and military families navigating trauma, PTSD, and the emotional complexity of military life. The city has undergone significant revitalization in recent decades, with a growing arts and healthcare economy alongside the military and port sectors, and therapists frequently work with the identity and adjustment challenges of a city transforming its self-image. MultiCare Health System and CHI Franciscan provide institutional mental health resources alongside a growing private therapy community. Tacoma's diverse population — including large Pacific Islander, Black, and Latino communities — drives demand for culturally affirming therapists, and the University of Washington Tacoma feeds clinical training into the local community.
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Tacoma, Washington Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Tacoma, Washington average 16 years of experience and charge around $202 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (72%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (37%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (35%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$202
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
40%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 50% |
Online Only |
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| 49% |
In Person and Online |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 72% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 37% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 30% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 29% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 27% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 68% | Young Adult |
| 50% | Senior |
| 41% | Teen |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 46% | LGBTQ+ |
| 41% | Men |
| 30% | Military / Veterans |
| 27% | Black / African American |