ADHD Therapist Directory

Therapists for Post-Traumatic Stress

This page lists clinicians who indicate both ADHD and Post-Traumatic Stress among their specialties so you can compare profiles in one place. Use the listings below to review therapists' stated approaches, credentials, languages, and experience related to these concerns.

Browse the directory to read individual profiles and learn more about which clinicians may align with the kind of support you are looking for.

How ADHD-related concerns and post-traumatic stress can overlap in daily life

If you are living with ADHD-related challenges and symptoms connected to post-traumatic stress, you may notice areas where they interact in ways that make everyday tasks harder. Attention differences can affect how you encode and recall memories of stressful events, and heightened anxiety from trauma responses can amplify distractibility, sleep problems, and emotional reactivity. For some people the result is a pattern in which concentration difficulties make it hard to process or follow through on coping strategies for trauma, while trauma-related hypervigilance or avoidance intensifies feelings of overwhelm.

You might find that routines which typically help with attention - such as consistent schedules and external reminders - feel harder to maintain during moments of trauma-related distress. Conversely, impulsive responses tied to ADHD-related impulsivity can complicate recovery from traumatic experiences if they lead to risky situations or strained relationships. Because these experiences are deeply personal, a therapist will generally focus on how symptoms show up in your life and what goals you want to prioritize, rather than assuming a single cause or fixed pathway.

What a therapist may explore when you bring both concerns to therapy

When you describe both ADHD-related concerns and post-traumatic stress, a clinician will typically gather a clear picture of how each set of experiences affects your day-to-day functioning. That can include questions about your history of attention and organization, the timing and content of traumatic events, sleep and mood patterns, and the ways stressors influence your relationships and work or school life. A therapist may ask about coping strategies you already use, what has felt helpful or unhelpful, and any supports you have in your environment.

Therapy conversations often look at symptom overlap to identify which issues feel most urgent to you. You and your therapist may explore whether certain attention problems worsen trauma-related symptoms or whether trauma responses intensify forgetfulness and restlessness. The clinician may also discuss practical skills that address immediate barriers - for example, tools to manage flashbacks or grounding techniques to reduce overwhelm - alongside strategies to support routine and organization. The focus is on building a plan that reflects your goals and works with the way your life and priorities are arranged.

Common therapeutic approaches you might find in profiles

Therapists who list ADHD and Post-Traumatic Stress among their specialties often describe a range of approaches on their profiles. Some clinicians highlight evidence-informed therapies for trauma-related distress, while others emphasize interventions that support attention, executive functioning, and behavioral organization. You will see profiles that mention cognitive-behavioral approaches, mindfulness-based practices, skills-oriented work, and therapies that address the body-mind connection. Where specific modalities appear, remember that a listing indicates the therapist uses or references that approach in practice - it does not verify formal certification in a particular method.

For trauma-related symptoms, many therapists describe trauma-focused techniques among their tools. For ADHD-related concerns, clinicians may note strategies for time management, task breakdown, and habit formation that can reduce daily friction. There are also approaches that address both sets of concerns by combining stabilization skills, emotion regulation, and activity planning. Because fit matters, look for profiles that explain how the therapist integrates different methods and describes the kinds of goals they typically work toward with people who share your experiences.

Questions to ask a therapist about working with ADHD-related concerns and post-traumatic stress

When you review profiles and contact a clinician, it can help to prepare a few targeted questions that clarify how they work with overlapping challenges. You might ask how they typically assess the interaction between attention-related difficulties and trauma reactions, and what kinds of short-term goals they set with new clients. It is reasonable to inquire about the types of therapy approaches they most commonly use with people who report both concerns and to ask for examples of specific strategies they teach for managing daily tasks alongside symptoms of distress.

Other helpful questions focus on practical matters that affect fit. Ask how they measure progress, whether they involve family or other supports when appropriate, and how they coordinate with other professionals if you are working with a prescriber or a medical provider. If language, cultural background, or life stage matters to you, ask about relevant experience. Remember that a therapist's profile is a starting point - the conversation you have with them will give you a clearer sense of how they tailor work to your needs and whether their approach aligns with your goals.

How online therapy works and what to compare on profiles

If you are considering online therapy, profiles often indicate whether a clinician offers video, phone, or messaging options. Online sessions can make it easier to connect from different locations and may allow for scheduling flexibility. Before you begin, check that the platform the clinician uses meets applicable privacy regulations and that the session format aligns with what helps you stay engaged - for example, some people prefer shorter, more frequent check-ins while others do deeper work in longer sessions. Think about your environment at home and whether you can arrange a quiet, interruption-free setting for therapy.

When reviewing profiles, compare the therapist's listed specialties, stated approaches, languages spoken, relevant experience, and the licenses or credentials they provide. Good profile information will typically include a professional credential and the state or jurisdiction where the clinician is licensed. You can verify licensure through the licensure board in the clinician's state by using the license number or name on the board website. That step helps confirm that the clinician is credentialed to practice where they indicate and gives you additional details such as any public disciplinary records.

Verifying licensure and deciding if a background fits your needs

To determine whether a therapist's background fits your needs, start by looking for clear statements about education, licensing designation, and populations they commonly work with. Licensure acronyms vary by state - examples include LPC, LCSW, PsyD, and PhD - and those designations reflect different training paths and scopes of practice. Once you find a license identifier, you can use the issuing board's website to confirm active status and any public notes. If a therapist lists particular populations or age groups, consider whether those align with your situation.

Deciding on fit also includes considering interpersonal factors. Think about whether the clinician's described approach and tone match what you find supportive. You may prefer someone who emphasizes skills and structure, or you might feel more comfortable with a clinician who focuses on processing and reflection. Initial conversations can help you assess rapport and whether the therapist listens in a way that feels respectful and practical. Trust your sense of whether the therapist seems collaborative and oriented toward the goals that matter to you, and remember that it is appropriate to ask questions until you feel informed enough to make a decision.

Find Post-Traumatic Stress Therapists by State

Alabama

137 therapists

Alaska

9 therapists

Arizona

109 therapists

Arkansas

71 therapists

California

550 therapists

Colorado

178 therapists

Connecticut

82 therapists

Delaware

30 therapists

District of Columbia

18 therapists

Florida

988 therapists

Georgia

357 therapists

Hawaii

37 therapists

Idaho

62 therapists

Illinois

318 therapists

Indiana

155 therapists

Iowa

47 therapists

Kansas

66 therapists

Kentucky

106 therapists

Louisiana

224 therapists

Maine

53 therapists

Maryland

162 therapists

Massachusetts

129 therapists

Michigan

355 therapists

Minnesota

128 therapists

Mississippi

104 therapists

Missouri

270 therapists

Montana

59 therapists

Nebraska

50 therapists

Nevada

40 therapists

New Hampshire

30 therapists

New Jersey

194 therapists

New Mexico

48 therapists

New York

395 therapists

North Carolina

413 therapists

North Dakota

9 therapists

Ohio

244 therapists

Oklahoma

161 therapists

Oregon

66 therapists

Pennsylvania

313 therapists

Rhode Island

22 therapists

South Carolina

176 therapists

South Dakota

20 therapists

Tennessee

135 therapists

Texas

901 therapists

Utah

84 therapists

Vermont

23 therapists

Virginia

181 therapists

Washington

107 therapists

West Virginia

29 therapists

Wisconsin

148 therapists

Wyoming

25 therapists

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Australia

0 therapists

United Kingdom

0 therapists

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