TRAUMA SPECIALISTS

Trauma Therapists in Aventura, FL

Finding the right therapist for trauma in Aventura can feel overwhelming. The Mindful Network connects you with licensed professionals in northeast Miami-Dade who specialize in Trauma — offering therapy, counseling, and treatment. Browse 5 providers who understand your needs and can help you take the next step toward feeling better.

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Trauma-focused therapy

Trauma therapy helps you process difficult or overwhelming experiences so they have less hold on your present. Common evidence-based approaches include EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), trauma-focused CBT, and somatic therapies that work with how trauma is held in the body. A skilled trauma therapist moves at your pace and prioritizes feeling safe before processing anything painful.

You don't need a single dramatic event to benefit from trauma-informed care — ongoing stress, loss, or adverse experiences earlier in life can all leave a mark. If you notice flashbacks, avoidance, hypervigilance, or emotional numbness, the providers below specialize in trauma and can help you understand your options.

Finding care in Aventura

Aventura is in northeast Miami-Dade, close to Sunny Isles Beach, North Miami Beach, and the Hollywood area to the north. Many therapists serving Aventura offer in-person and telehealth sessions. The providers below see clients in and around Aventura.

About these providers

This page lists 5 trauma therapists in Aventura, including Samantha DeVincent, Bridget Davidson and Rebecca Hill. Their most common approaches include CBT – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT – Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Family Therapy. 4 offer secure telehealth in addition to in-person visits.

Beyond trauma, providers here also work with ADHD, Anxiety Disorders and Depression. Age groups served include Child, Adolescent, Young Adult and Adult. Services offered include Therapy, Psychological Testing and Gifted Evaluations. 5 accept insurance, most often Out of Network Benefits, Aetna and AvMed. 3 offer sessions in Spanish. Credentials among them include PsyD and PhD.

Trauma Therapists in Aventura

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Aventura, FL
Samantha DeVincent
Languages: English
Services
TherapyPsychological Testing
Specialties
ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Depression +9
Dr. Samantha DeVincent is a postdoctoral fellow specializing in the assessment and treatment of children and adolescents, particularly those who are neurodivergent, twice-exceptional, and/or navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, social challenges and emotional dysregulation. Her approach is strengths-based, integrative, and trauma-informed, with a focus on enhancing emotional resilience and supporting family systems. Dr. DeVincent has advanced training in psychological assessment and therapeutic interventions for youth, with a foundation in evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Emotion Efficacy Therapy (EET). Dr. DeVincent completed her pre-doctoral internship at Jackson Health System/University of Miami Miller School of Medicine on the Clinical Child Track. Prior to her internship, Dr. DeVincent trained at the Summit Center, a psychology group practice in Walnut Creek, California, where she provided therapeutic and assessment services for twice-exceptional youth and families. She also provided psychotherapy and assessment services in school-based and community mental health clinics in the Bay Area. Her dissertation research explored the impact of overparenting behaviors on adult self-perception in individuals diagnosed with ADHD in childhood. Dr. DeVincent earned her Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from The Wright Institute and her B.A. in Psychology from the University of Colorado Boulder, with a minor in Business Administration. Dr. DeVincent is committed to culturally responsive and developmentally appropriate assessment and treatment. She co-facilitates the SURF and PEERS group programs and provides psychological services both in person (at PPA's Aventura and Boca Raton locations) and via telehealth. More
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Aventura, FL
Bridget Davidson
Languages: English
Services
Gifted EvaluationsPsychoeducational TestingPsychological TestingTherapy
Specialties
ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Behavioral Disorders +6
Dr. Bridget Davidson is a licensed psychologist specializing in providing comprehensive evaluations and evidence-based therapy services in English and Spanish. She conducts a wide range of assessments, including developmental (through our MultiDisciplinary Developmental Clinic), psychodevelopmental, psychoeducational, and gifted evaluations. She has specialized expertise in neurodiversity across the lifespan, including extensive experience working with individuals on the Autism Spectrum and their families. She also specializes in working with children with ADHD, learning differences, behavior concerns, trauma, and anxiety. She partners with parents and school staff via consultation and coaching to use positive behavioral strategies in everyday interactions to promote healthy child/adolescent development. Dr. Davidson also frequently consults with parents, school staff, and other providers to coordinate treatment, educational plans, and support for children and adolescents. Dr. Davidson received her bachelor's degree in Clinical Psychology and Studio Art at the University of Miami. She then earned her master's and doctoral degrees in Clinical Psychology at the University of Texas at Austin. She completed her residency and postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Miami Mailman Center for Child Development. Dr. Davidson was an Assistant Professor in Pediatrics at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine before joining Pediatric Psychology Associates in 2020. She works out of our Aventura, Boca, and Weston locations. More
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Aventura, FL
Rebecca Hill
Languages: English
Services
Therapy
Specialties
Depression, Anxiety Disorders, ADHD +17
Dr. Hill is a Licensed Psychologist with extensive experience working with children, teens, and adults in individual and family formats. Dr. Hill utilizes a strengths-based approach and collaborates with children and families to work towards their goals. Dr. Hill provides individualized treatment to every client that she sees utilizing evidenced based treatment models, and culturally sensitive care. Dr. Hill creates a warm and affirming space for all clients and has extensive experience working with members of different religious, ethnic, and cultural communities. Dr. Hill is passionate about increasing access to treatment for people of all race, ethnicity, religions, sexual orientation, background, body size, and ability level. Always balancing "acceptance with change", Dr. Hill provides treatment for a range of presentations including Depression, Anxiety, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Eating Disorders, Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and other trauma and adjustment-related concerns. Additionally, treatment can target topics such as grief and loss, stress, school-related difficulties, anger management, behavioral concerns, body image concerns, family conflict, self-esteem, adjustment-related difficulties, sleep concerns, healthy behavior engagement, social skills and or peer related concerns. Dr. Rebecca Hill completed her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology at Touro University and received her Master's and Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology from Nova Southeastern University. Prior to joining Pediatric Psychology Associates, Dr. Hill completed an APA-accredited internship with Boys Town Behavioral Health, where she provided individual and family therapy services to children and adolescents at an outpatient clinic in a rural community. She then completed a post-doctoral fellowship at Child Provider Specialists, where she provided consultation and therapeutic services to children and adolescents within an academic intervention program. Dr. Hill works out of the Miami Beach office and Aventura locations and provides in-office and telehealth services. More
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Aventura, FL
Pediatric Psychology Associates
Languages: English
Services
TherapySpeech TherapyPsychological TestingPsychoeducational TestingNeuropsychological EvaluationsGifted Evaluations
Specialties
Autism Spectrum Disorder, Socialization, ADHD +52
PPA is a comprehensive behavioral health practice serving South Florida, offering evidence-based therapeutic services including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure Therapy, and Applied Behavioral Analysis. The practice provides flexible treatment options through both in-person and virtual sessions, specializing in individual, group, family, and play therapy approaches. PPA is committed to delivering personalized, research-supported interventions to help clients achieve their mental health and behavioral goals. More
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Aventura, FL
Turnwell Mental Health
Insurance acceptedLanguages: English
Services
Psychiatry/Medication ManagementTherapy
Specialties
ADHD, Addiction, Anxiety Disorders +21
Turnwell Mental Health is a comprehensive psychiatric clinic in Aventura, Florida, providing evidence-based care for children ages 10 and up, adolescents, and adults. The Aventura clinic is staffed by board-certified psychiatrists and licensed therapists, offering psychiatric evaluations, individual and group psychotherapy, medication management, TMS therapy, and Spravato treatment for treatment-resistant depression. The team specializes in conditions including generalized anxiety, panic disorder, PTSD, OCD, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, and postpartum depression. Turnwell accepts most major insurance plans including Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, BCBS, Cigna, and Aetna, with both in-person and telehealth appointments typically available within one to two weeks. More
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Frequently asked questions

What kind of therapy is best for trauma?: EMDR and trauma-focused CBT have the strongest research support, but the right fit depends on you. Many trauma therapists in Aventura are trained in more than one approach — their profiles below note their specialties.
Do trauma therapists in Aventura accept insurance?: Many do. See the “About these providers” section above for how many on this page accept insurance and the most common plans, and check individual profiles for details.
Is online trauma therapy effective?: Yes — research supports telehealth for many trauma treatments, including EMDR delivered remotely. Several providers here offer secure online sessions across Florida.
Which trauma therapists in Aventura accept insurance?: 5 of the 5 trauma therapists on this page accept insurance, most commonly Out of Network Benefits, Aetna and AvMed. Check each provider's profile below for the exact plans they take.

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