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Best Child And Teen Therapists in Agawam, MA (2026)

20 child and teen therapists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall in Agawam: Albert J. Solnit Psychiatric Center - North Campus, RP Score 68/100; 4.3★ from 7 Google reviews.

  2. 4

    Most-reviewed: West Central Mental Health - West Springfield, 162 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 20 ranked; ranked #4.

Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

20 Agawam child and teen therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 10 open Saturdays and 7 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 20 rated practices.

Top 10 child and teen therapists in Agawam at a glance

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

Top 10 child and teen therapists in Agawam at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Albert J. Solnit Psychiatric Center - North Campus684.3★ (7)Enfield, 10 mi away—Overall
2Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry West Springfield634.5★ (63)West Springfield, 2 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Frank Shea, MA, LMHC594.0★ (4)Amherst, 22 mi away——
4West Central Mental Health - West Springfield574.5★ (162)West Springfield, 5 mi awayEveningsMost reviews
5Creative Art Therapies and Wellness, LLC555.0★ (10)Longmeadow, 4 mi awayEvenings—
6Handel Behavioral Health Therapy & Psychiatry Wilbraham534.8★ (55)Chicopee, 10 mi awayEvenings—
7Advanced Behavioral Health Group533.3★ (16)South Hadley, 13 mi awaySat · Sun—
8Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Manchester524.3★ (71)Manchester, 19 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Existential Counseling and Consulting Services, LLC524.5★ (15)Ellington, 13 mi awaySat · Evenings—
10Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry West Hartford524.6★ (97)West Hartford, 22 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 20 best child and teen therapists in Agawam, ranked

Ordered by RP Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

  3. #3 Frank Shea, MA, LMHC

    Based in Amherst, 22 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    409 Main St #115, Amherst, MA 01002
    View profile for Frank Shea, MA, LMHC(413) 650-5504

  4. #4 West Central Mental Health - West Springfield

    Based in West Springfield, 5 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 162 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 162 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 7 AM–8 PM · Thu–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    103 Myron St # A, West Springfield, MA 01089
    View profile for West Central Mental Health - West Springfield(413) 592-1980

  6. #6 Handel Behavioral Health Therapy & Psychiatry Wilbraham

    Based in Chicopee, 10 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 55 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 55 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2377 Boston Rd Suite 8, Wilbraham, MA 01095
    View profile for Handel Behavioral Health Therapy & Psychiatry Wilbraham(413) 722-5573

  9. #9 Existential Counseling and Consulting Services, LLC

    Based in Ellington, 13 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 1 PM–7 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    420 Somers Rd Unit 2A, Ellington, CT 06029
    View profile for Existential Counseling and Consulting Services, LLC(203) 648-1054

  12. #12 Northeast Family Services

    Based in West Springfield, 6 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 2.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    59 Interstate Dr Ste 3, West Springfield, MA 01089
    View profile for Northeast Family Services(774) 206-1125

  16. #16 Ellie Mental Health

    Based in Glastonbury, 24 mi away

    46/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    148 Eastern Blvd #200, Glastonbury, CT 06033
    View profile for Ellie Mental Health(860) 815-8991

  18. #18 Moved to Farmington, CT

    Based in West Hartford, 22 mi away

    44/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 10 AM–2 PM · Wed 10 AM–8 PM · Thu 10 AM–9 PM · Fri 10 AM–2 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    998 Farmington Ave, West Hartford, CT 06107
    View profile for Moved to Farmington, CT(860) 888-2665

  19. #19 Pinnacle Behavioral Health

    Based in West Hartford, 21 mi away

    43/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    345 N Main St Unit 317, West Hartford, CT 06117
    View profile for Pinnacle Behavioral Health(860) 937-3875

  20. #20 Ellie Mental Health

    Based in West Hartford, 23 mi away

    43/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    61 S Main St Ste 214, West Hartford, CT 06107
    View profile for Ellie Mental Health(860) 969-2399

Also serving Agawam

20 more child and teen therapists within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked child and teen therapists serving Agawam
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Autism Allies3.0★ (2)In Agawam
Behavioral Health NetworkIn Agawam
BHN Agawam Counseling Center4.2★ (21)In Agawam
Cheyne Mary H3.0★ (2)24 mi
Ct Children's Place5.0★ (1)10 mi
Evolving Mind and Body, LLC5.0★ (4)In Agawam
Greater Hartford Wellness5.0★ (2)20 mi
Individual and Family Counseling Center, LLC3.8★ (4)In Agawam
IOL3.0★ (2)22 mi
Karuna Psychological Services, LLC1.0★ (1)11 mi
Lisa B. Namerow, M.D.5.0★ (2)22 mi
Megan Campbell Marsh, Ph.D., Neuropsychologist3.0★ (2)20 mi
Muzio Cheryl PhD1.0★ (1)17 mi
New Growth ABAIn Agawam
Northeast Health Services - Springfield3.0★ (1)4 mi
Pathways To Healing4.4★ (7)In Agawam
Psychological Health Associates3.0★ (2)19 mi
Sherondia P. Mckenzie-Elliott, MSW1.0★ (1)3 mi
The Mind Edit: A Psychotherapy & Wellness Group, LLCIn Agawam
Timothy L. Hope, PhD, LLC5.0★ (1)19 mi

How we ranked Agawam child and teen therapists

We scored 20 Agawam child and teen therapists on eight factors, weighted as shown. A practice is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Agawam data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume5%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of Google reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availabilityMeasured
Specialty focus25%How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity15%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured

How to choose a child and teen therapist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure child and adolescent therapy is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Ask how much of the work is with the child alone and how much includes parents or caregivers.
  4. For ADHD, learning or autism assessments, ask who does the testing and whether a written report is included.
  5. Ask about fees, insurance and the cancellation policy before the first session. In the US, if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you can ask for a good faith estimate of expected charges.
  6. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  7. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask a child and teen therapist

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How much of your work is child and adolescent therapy?
  • How do you involve parents, and what do you keep confidential?
  • What do you charge per session, and do you take my insurance or provide a superbill?
  • Do you offer online sessions?
  • What is your cancellation policy?
  • What do you keep confidential, and when would you have to share information?

Terms explained

PhD / PsyD
Doctoral degrees in psychology. A PhD usually has a stronger research focus, a PsyD a stronger clinical focus; both can lead to a psychologist license.
Licensed psychologist
A person licensed by a state or provincial psychology board to practice psychology. The title is protected by law.
Psychological associate
In some states and provinces, a master’s-level practitioner licensed or registered by the psychology board, often with supervision requirements.
LPC / LMHC / LCPC
US licenses for professional or mental health counselors (the name differs by state). They provide counseling and therapy.
LCSW
Licensed clinical social worker: a master’s-level social worker licensed to provide therapy.
LMFT
Licensed marriage and family therapist: licensed to treat individuals, couples and families with a focus on relationships.
RP / RCC
Registered psychotherapist (Ontario) and registered clinical counsellor (British Columbia): Canadian titles for licensed therapy providers.
PSYPACT
An interstate agreement that lets psychologists licensed in a member state provide telepsychology to clients in other member states once they hold the required authorization.
Telehealth
Sessions held by secure video or phone instead of in person. The provider generally needs to be licensed where the client is located.
CBT
Cognitive behavioral therapy: a structured talk therapy that works on the links between thoughts, feelings and behavior.
DBT
Dialectical behavior therapy: a form of CBT that teaches skills for managing intense emotions and relationships.
ERP
Exposure and response prevention: a form of CBT used for OCD.

Child and teen therapists in Agawam: frequently asked questions

Who is the best child and teen therapist in Agawam?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked child and teen therapist in Agawam, MA is Albert J. Solnit Psychiatric Center - North Campus with an RP Score of 68/100. It has 4.3★ from 7 Google reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry West Springfield (#2) and Frank Shea, MA, LMHC (#3) follow. We ranked 20 child and teen therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many child and teen therapists are there in Agawam?

RankedPsychologists ranks 20 child and teen therapists serving Agawam, MA. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

What should I do if I need help right now?

In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 (US and Canada), any time. In an emergency, call 911. This site cannot help in an emergency.

Which child and teen therapists in Agawam work on weekends?

10 of 20 ranked child and teen therapists post Saturday hours and 7 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry West Springfield (#2), Advanced Behavioral Health Group (#7) and Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Manchester (#8). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Agawam child and teen therapists have?

The median Google rating among 20 rated child and teen therapists in Agawam is 4.5★, with a median of 16 reviews. West Central Mental Health - West Springfield has the most, 162 reviews, and ranks #4. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank child and teen therapists?

Each child and teen therapist gets a 0–100 RP Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (25%), specialty focus (25%), proximity (15%) and availability (10%). A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only practices with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do child and teen therapists outside Agawam count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Agawam city center, our service radius for child and teen therapists. Each listing shows where the practice is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 15% of the RP Score, so a nearby practice gets a small edge.

Can child and teen therapists pay to rank higher on RankedPsychologists?

No. The RP Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured practices may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.

How are child and teen therapists in Agawam ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on child and adolescent therapy and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

Can a teenager start therapy without a parent?

It depends on where you live. The age at which a young person can agree to outpatient mental health care on their own differs between states and provinces. Ask the practice how it handles consent and what it shares with parents.

Can I see a child and teen therapist online?

Often, yes. Licensing generally follows where you are during the session, so the provider needs to be licensed or authorized there. In the US, psychologists in PSYPACT member states can offer telepsychology to clients in other member states; counselors and social workers have their own rules. In Canada, ask whether the provider is registered in your province.

What if I need help right now?

Do not wait for a consultation. Call or text 988 (US and Canada) if you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, at any time. In an emergency, call 911.

Update log for Agawam

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 20 child and teen therapists serving Agawam.

More child and teen therapists and Agawam pages