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Best Child And Teen Therapists in Ann Arbor, MI (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Ann Arbor: Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, RP Score 74/100; 3.3★ from 7 Google reviews.

  2. 25

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Novi, 125 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 67 ranked; ranked #25.

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

67 Ann Arbor child and teen therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 28 open Saturdays and 12 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 67 rated practices.

Top 10 child and teen therapists in Ann Arbor 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 Ann Arbor at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Child & Adolescent Psychiatry743.3★ (7)Ann Arbor—Overall
2Dan Nolan PhD732.3★ (4)Ann Arbor——
3Plymouth Mental Health - Counseling and Therapy Services654.7★ (53)Ann ArborSat · Sun · Evenings—
4Plymouth Mental Health - Ann Arbor - Counseling and Therapy Services634.8★ (21)Ann ArborSat · Sun · Evenings—
5Steven J. Ceresnie, PHD634.0★ (7)Livonia, 16 mi away——
6Sollars and Associates - Ann Arbor - Counseling and Psychology Services624.1★ (14)Ann ArborSat · Sun · Evenings—
7Mindful Health Adolescent & Adult Counseling625.0★ (11)Ann Arbor——
8Building Bridges Therapy Center*614.3★ (19)Canton, 15 mi awayEvenings—
9Holistic Therapy & Wellness Children, Adults, and Families604.6★ (10)Ypsilanti, 8 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Ellie Mental Health593.8★ (12)Ann ArborSat · Evenings—

The 67 best child and teen therapists in Ann Arbor, 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 Dan Nolan PhD

    Based in Ann Arbor

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 2.3★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    8110 Jackson Rd # D, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
    View profile for Dan Nolan PhD(734) 426-0032

  5. #5 Steven J. Ceresnie, PHD

    Based in Livonia, 16 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    199 N Main St, Plymouth, MI 48170
    View profile for Steven J. Ceresnie, PHD(734) 453-9290

  10. #10 Ellie Mental Health

    Based in Ann Arbor

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.8★ from 12 Google reviews, based in Ann Arbor.

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

    • 3.8★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1601 Briarwood Cir #400, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
    View profile for Ellie Mental Health(734) 822-4971

  11. #11 Ellie Mental Health

    Based in Ann Arbor

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, based in Ann Arbor.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1785 W Stadium Blvd Suite 203, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
    View profile for Ellie Mental Health(734) 212-2872

  13. #13 Diann Davis, Counselor

    Based in Ann Arbor

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, based in Ann Arbor.

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

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2350 Green Rd Ste 160, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
    View profile for Diann Davis, Counselor(734) 284-6149

  14. #14 Joy Mental Health Group

    Based in Ann Arbor

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 12 Google reviews, based in Ann Arbor.

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

    • 4.6★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2350 Washtenaw Ave #3, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
    View profile for Joy Mental Health Group(734) 215-5853

  15. #15 Rozana Kelly, Counselor

    Based in Ann Arbor

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 11 Google reviews, based in Ann Arbor.

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

    • 4.9★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2350 Green Rd Ste 160, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
    View profile for Rozana Kelly, Counselor(734) 284-6149

  19. #19 Inez Porter, Counselor

    Based in Ann Arbor

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, based in Ann Arbor.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2350 Green Rd Ste 160, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
    View profile for Inez Porter, Counselor(734) 284-6149

  24. #24 Mala Child & Family Institute

    Based in Canton, 16 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 41 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    632 N Mill St, Plymouth, MI 48170
    View profile for Mala Child & Family Institute(248) 206-0486

Child and teen therapists ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in RP Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 67 ranked child and teen therapists here; the rest are on their profiles.

child and teen therapists in Ann Arbor, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26McCaskill Family Services524.8★ (48)16 mi
27Donovan Khamoro, Counselor504.7★ (46)18 mi
28Viewpoint Psychology & Wellness504.5★ (88)23 mi
29Stepping Stones Wellness Center, PLLC504.5★ (12)15 mi
30Livonia Therapists & Mental Health Solutions505.0★ (21)22 mi
31Beyond Infinity ABA LLC504.4★ (7)15 mi
32Mala Child & Family Institute - Farmington Hills494.5★ (32)22 mi
33Sollars and Associates - Plymouth - Counseling and Psychology Services493.9★ (15)15 mi
34Arbor Psychology Group of Canton494.0★ (4)14 mi
35Solid Ground Counseling493.9★ (13)17 mi
36Huri Kushner, Counselor484.4★ (15)18 mi
37Megan Sheeran, Counselor485.0★ (8)13 mi
38Tawanna Ross, Counselor485.0★ (8)13 mi
39Sollars and Associates - Novi - Counseling and Psychology Services483.2★ (6)20 mi
40KaraLee & Associates, PC, West Building483.1★ (72)15 mi
41David Wines, Counselor484.6★ (8)13 mi
42Lamika Shelton, Counselor485.0★ (6)13 mi
43Maria Lizcano, Counselor485.0★ (6)13 mi
44Karalee & Associates, PC, East Building482.3★ (3)15 mi
45True Therapy Services484.7★ (14)24 mi
46Demi DeVenny, Counselor485.0★ (6)18 mi
47Inpsychful Wellness475.0★ (18)15 mi
48Ruben Prado, Counselor475.0★ (4)13 mi
49Janice Lee, Counselor474.3★ (6)18 mi
50Daniel Petersen, Counselor474.5★ (4)13 mi

Also serving Ann Arbor

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 Ann Arbor
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Advanced Psychiatry - Ann Arbor4.4★ (25)In Ann Arbor
Alexander Parker MD4.6★ (30)In Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor DBT Center2.8★ (27)In Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor Psych4.2★ (186)In Ann Arbor
Anwar House of Therapy4.7★ (35)In Ann Arbor
Best Fit Counseling & Psychiatry4.2★ (48)In Ann Arbor
Center For Family Psychiatry3.9★ (31)In Ann Arbor
Connally Counseling4.1★ (23)In Ann Arbor
Cypress Counseling Center, P.C.4.0★ (40)In Ann Arbor
EZTelePsych LLC - Psychiatric Telehealth Services4.8★ (65)In Ann Arbor
Heron Ridge Associates of Michigan2.4★ (26)In Ann Arbor
Huron Valley Consultation Center Inc3.3★ (43)In Ann Arbor
LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Ann Arbor4.5★ (201)In Ann Arbor
Mauran Sivananthan, DO, PLLC4.9★ (30)In Ann Arbor
Mindful Care Psychiatry and Therapy4.8★ (91)In Ann Arbor
Neuropsychology Partners4.6★ (170)In Ann Arbor
New Oakland Family Centers3.3★ (73)In Ann Arbor
Pure Psychiatry of Michigan4.3★ (194)In Ann Arbor
Refreshing Waters Counseling & Consulting4.8★ (51)In Ann Arbor
Westlake Consultation Center4.6★ (288)In Ann Arbor

How we ranked Ann Arbor child and teen therapists

We scored 67 Ann Arbor 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 Ann Arbor 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 Ann Arbor: frequently asked questions

Who is the best child and teen therapist in Ann Arbor?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked child and teen therapist in Ann Arbor, MI is Child & Adolescent Psychiatry with an RP Score of 74/100. It has 3.3★ from 7 Google reviews. Dan Nolan PhD (#2) and Plymouth Mental Health - Counseling and Therapy Services (#3) follow. We ranked 67 child and teen therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many child and teen therapists are there in Ann Arbor?

RankedPsychologists ranks 67 child and teen therapists serving Ann Arbor, MI. 20 of them are based in Ann Arbor; the rest serve it from nearby towns. 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 Ann Arbor work on weekends?

28 of 67 ranked child and teen therapists post Saturday hours and 12 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Plymouth Mental Health - Counseling and Therapy Services (#3), Plymouth Mental Health - Ann Arbor - Counseling and Therapy Services (#4) and Sollars and Associates - Ann Arbor - Counseling and Psychology Services (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Ann Arbor child and teen therapists have?

The median Google rating among 67 rated child and teen therapists in Ann Arbor is 4.5★, with a median of 11 reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Novi has the most, 125 reviews, and ranks #25. 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 Ann Arbor count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Ann Arbor 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 Ann Arbor 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 Ann Arbor

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 67 child and teen therapists serving Ann Arbor.

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