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Best Child And Teen Therapists in Alliston, ON (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Alliston: WonderTree Child, Adolescent, and Family Practice, RP Score 65/100; 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 7

    Most-reviewed: InnerSight Psychotherapy Inc., 86 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 14 ranked; ranked #7.

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

14 Alliston child and teen therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 5 open Saturdays and 5 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 14 rated practices.

Top 10 child and teen therapists in Alliston 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 Alliston at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1WonderTree Child, Adolescent, and Family Practice655.0★ (11)Orangeville, 34 km awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Riverwise Psychological Services - Dr. Maaike Canrinus, C.Psych and Associates645.0★ (3)Barrie, 30 km away——
3Dr. Petra Gyles625.0★ (4)Barrie, 34 km away——
4Alivia Solutions Psychotherapy and Wellness623.9★ (7)Orangeville, 32 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5York Hills Centre for Children, Youth and Families (Aurora Location)563.5★ (28)Aurora, 38 km away——
6Family First Play Therapy Centre544.4★ (13)Barrie, 26 km away——
7InnerSight Psychotherapy Inc.524.9★ (86)Vaughan, 39 km awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
8Balanced Life Therapy524.7★ (26)Barrie, 28 km awaySun · Evenings—
9Psychology for Life514.2★ (5)Barrie, 33 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Leticia Osei Psychotherapy484.9★ (8)Newmarket, 34 km awaySat—

The 14 best child and teen therapists in Alliston, 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.

  2. #2 Riverwise Psychological Services - Dr. Maaike Canrinus, C.Psych and Associates

    Based in Barrie, 30 km away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    27 Clapperton St #201, Barrie, ON L4M 3E6
    View profile for Riverwise Psychological Services - Dr. Maaike Canrinus, C.Psych and Associates(705) 721-4899

  3. #3 Dr. Petra Gyles

    Based in Barrie, 34 km away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    5 Quarry Ridge Rd, Barrie, ON L4M 7G1
    View profile for Dr. Petra Gyles(705) 408-1973

  5. #5 York Hills Centre for Children, Youth and Families (Aurora Location)

    Based in Aurora, 38 km away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 3.5★ from 28 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.5★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    402 Bloomington Rd, Aurora, ON L4G 0L9
    View profile for York Hills Centre for Children, Youth and Families (Aurora Location)(905) 503-9560

  7. #7 InnerSight Psychotherapy Inc.

    Based in Vaughan, 39 km away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 86 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 86 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8:30 PM · Sat 9:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sun 10 AM–1 PM
    Address
    270 Purple Creek Rd Unit 202, Vaughan, ON L4H 5E5
    View profile for InnerSight Psychotherapy Inc.(905) 553-9507

  8. #8 Balanced Life Therapy

    Based in Barrie, 28 km away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–4 PM
    Address
    27 Gowan St, Barrie, ON L4N 2N9
    View profile for Balanced Life Therapy(705) 345-6522

  9. #9 Psychology for Life

    Based in Barrie, 33 km away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–9 PM · Thu–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    93 Bell Farm Rd Ste 108, Barrie, ON L4M 5G1
    View profile for Psychology for Life(705) 408-2798

  10. #10 Leticia Osei Psychotherapy

    Based in Newmarket, 34 km away

    48/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat 1 PM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    411 Queen St, Newmarket, ON L3Y 2G9
    View profile for Leticia Osei Psychotherapy(343) 307-0811

  11. #11 OCD North | Barrie, Ontario

    Based in Barrie, 33 km away

    45/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.8★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 3.8★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    125 Bell Farm Rd Ste 205, Barrie, ON L4M 6L2
    View profile for OCD North | Barrie, Ontario(705) 243-9923

  14. #14 Psychology Matters

    Based in Barrie, 32 km away

    44/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.3★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 3.3★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    15 Sperling Dr Unit 203, Barrie, ON L4M 6K9
    View profile for Psychology Matters(705) 722-3729

Also serving Alliston

20 more child and teen therapists within 40 km 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 Alliston
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
ALLISTON PHYSIOTHERAPY &SPORTS REHABILITATION4.9★ (454)In Alliston
Canadian Mental Health Association | York Region & South Simcoe: AllistonIn Alliston
Curious Wave PsychotherapyIn Alliston
Dig A Little Deeper, Psychotherapy & Counselling3.0★ (2)In Alliston
Feelings First Counselling & Wellness5.0★ (21)In Alliston
Lakeside Counselling and Assessment30 km
Lindsay Crowe RSWIn Alliston
Mental Health Ctr4.0★ (2)In Alliston
Morneau Shepell's Children's Support Solutions5.0★ (2)34 km
New Leaf Psychotherapy19 km
New Path Youth and Family Services4.0★ (1)In Alliston
Oak and Sands Counselling Services5.0★ (2)In Alliston
Petros TherapyIn Alliston
Simcoe County Psychotherapy4.6★ (11)In Alliston
State of Grace Counselling and Wellness5.0★ (2)In Alliston
Sunlight Psychotherapy2.7★ (3)In Alliston
Tucker Psychotherapy30 km
York Pediatric Psychology34 km
York Region Therapy - Psychotherapy | Biofeedback | Neurofeedback5.0★ (1)36 km
York/Simcoe CounsellingIn Alliston

How we ranked Alliston child and teen therapists

We scored 14 Alliston 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 13, 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 Alliston 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 Alliston: frequently asked questions

Who is the best child and teen therapist in Alliston?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked child and teen therapist in Alliston, ON is WonderTree Child, Adolescent, and Family Practice with an RP Score of 65/100. It has 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Riverwise Psychological Services - Dr. Maaike Canrinus, C.Psych and Associates (#2) and Dr. Petra Gyles (#3) follow. We ranked 14 child and teen therapists on eight factors, last updated November 13, 2026.

How many child and teen therapists are there in Alliston?

RankedPsychologists ranks 14 child and teen therapists serving Alliston, ON. Another 20 within 40 km 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 Alliston work on weekends?

5 of 14 ranked child and teen therapists post Saturday hours and 5 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are WonderTree Child, Adolescent, and Family Practice (#1), Alivia Solutions Psychotherapy and Wellness (#4) and InnerSight Psychotherapy Inc. (#7). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Alliston child and teen therapists have?

The median Google rating among 14 rated child and teen therapists in Alliston is 4.5★, with a median of 10 reviews. InnerSight Psychotherapy Inc. has the most, 86 reviews, and ranks #7. 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 Alliston count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 km of the Alliston city centre, 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 Alliston 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 Alliston

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 14 child and teen therapists serving Alliston.

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