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Best Child And Teen Therapists in Bay Village, OH (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Bay Village: Cogmotion Learning, RP Score 63/100; 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 5

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Cleveland, 72 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 55 ranked; ranked #5.

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

55 Bay Village child and teen therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 15 open Saturdays and 9 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 55 rated practices.

Top 10 child and teen therapists in Bay Village 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 Bay Village at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Cogmotion Learning634.6★ (11)Beachwood, 21 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Ellie Mental Health624.1★ (16)Westlake, 2 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Thriveworks Psychiatry & Counseling Lakewood614.4★ (68)Lakewood, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Innovative Counseling Inc.615.0★ (3)Westlake, 1 mi awaySat · Sun—
5Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Cleveland584.7★ (72)Cleveland, 13 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
6Innovative Counseling Inc.584.4★ (47)Avon, 6 mi awaySat—
7Insight Counseling and Wellness - Berea Location584.8★ (5)Berea, 8 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Cleveland Clinic - Medical Outpatient Center, Avon Pointe573.5★ (11)Avon, 6 mi away——
9Matese Francis J PhD575.0★ (3)Cleveland, 4 mi awaySat · Evenings—
10Cleveland Child Neuropsychology Services, LLC: Karen Paull, Ph.D.564.4★ (5)Beachwood, 21 mi away——

The 55 best child and teen therapists in Bay Village, 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.

  1. Ranked #1 in Bay Village

    Based in Beachwood, 21 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun 8 AM–12 PM
    Address
    3659 S Green Rd Ste 322-22, Beachwood, OH 44122
  2. Based in Westlake, 2 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.1★ from 16 Google reviews, 2 mi from Bay Village.

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

    • 4.1★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–12 PM
    Address
    24803 Detroit Rd Unit E, Westlake, OH 44145
  3. Based in Westlake, 1 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, 1 mi from Bay Village.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–3 PM
    Address
    26600 Detroit Rd Ste 260, Westlake, OH 44145
  4. Based in Avon, 6 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 47 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 47 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    37303 Harvest Dr, Avon, OH 44011
  5. Based in Cleveland, 4 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–9 PM · Tue closed · Wed–Sat 9 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    20525 Center Ridge Rd, Cleveland, OH 44116
  6. 56/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.4★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3659 S Green Rd, Beachwood, OH 44122
  7. Based in Middleburg Heights, 11 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.6★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 3.6★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–9 PM · Tue–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–4 PM
    Address
    952M+JRV, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
  8. Based in Avon, 5 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1426 Center Rd, Avon, OH 44011
  9. Based in Avon Lake, 5 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 2.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    32713 Walker Rd, Avon Lake, OH 44012
  10. Based in Rocky River, 4 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    20545 Center Ridge Rd Ste 305, Rocky River, OH 44116
  11. Based in Avon, 5 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1426 Center Rd #0, Avon, OH 44011
  12. Based in North Olmsted, 5 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    25111 Country Club Blvd Suite 290, North Olmsted, OH 44070
  13. Based in North Olmsted, 5 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    25111 Country Club Blvd Suite 290, North Olmsted, OH 44070
  14. Based in Avon, 5 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1426 Center Rd St 290, Avon, OH 44011
  15. Based in Rocky River, 4 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    20545 Center Ridge Rd Ste 305, Rocky River, OH 44116
  16. Based in Rocky River, 4 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    20545 Center Ridge Rd Ste 305, Rocky River, OH 44116
  17. Based in Middleburg Heights, 10 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.3★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 3.3★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    6902 Pearl Rd Ste 502, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
  18. Based in Cleveland, 9 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    18151 Jefferson Park Rd, Cleveland, OH 44130
  19. Based in Avon, 6 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    37313 Harvest Dr, Avon, OH 44011

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 55 ranked child and teen therapists here; the rest are on their profiles.

child and teen therapists in Bay Village, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Pathways Family Counseling514.1★ (8)15 mi
27Jeanette Miller, Counselor504.7★ (13)13 mi
28Bridget Lind, Counselor494.4★ (9)13 mi
29Stephanie Flynn, Counselor495.0★ (6)13 mi
30Nicholette Leanza, Counselor484.9★ (12)16 mi
31Avenues of Counseling and Mediation (Medina Office)473.5★ (45)24 mi
32Hope Behavioral Health474.1★ (14)22 mi
33Affiliates In Behavioral Health462.6★ (11)15 mi
34William Marcus, Counselor464.9★ (31)21 mi
35Andrew Tarr, Counselor464.9★ (18)21 mi
36Christine Dessoffy, Counselor464.9★ (17)21 mi
37Erika Taddie-Osborn, Counselor465.0★ (24)21 mi
38Cassandra Abbott, Counselor465.0★ (15)21 mi
39Looking Glass Therapy464.2★ (5)17 mi
40Joy Wood, Counselor454.9★ (11)21 mi
41William Hamilton, Counselor454.8★ (19)22 mi
42Mary Mckenzie-Nason, Counselor454.8★ (11)21 mi
43Judy Levendula, Counselor444.7★ (15)22 mi
44Melanie Falls, Counselor444.7★ (9)21 mi
45James Polzner, Counselor445.0★ (9)22 mi
46Lindsey Slivka, Counselor445.0★ (8)22 mi
47Steve Fratantonio, Counselor444.5★ (10)22 mi
48Catherine "Katie" Kuzmishin, Counselor435.0★ (3)21 mi
49Emily Plank, Counselor434.8★ (5)22 mi
50Michael Tesler, Counselor435.0★ (5)22 mi

Also serving Bay Village

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 Bay Village
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Achievement Centers for Children Behavioral Health Counseling5.0★ (1)21 mi
Alicia Hall, Counselor5.0★ (1)21 mi
Bay Village Counseling5.0★ (1)In Bay Village
Bloom Therapy Services, LLCIn Bay Village
Christian Counseling Associates of Eastern Ohio5.0★ (1)12 mi
Counseling The Way Forward3.0★ (2)In Bay Village
David J. Udelf, PsyD5.0★ (1)21 mi
Dr. Jorey Beegun5.0★ (1)22 mi
Early Intervention Consulting LLCIn Bay Village
Heather Rogers, Counselor3.0★ (2)21 mi
Hoelker Marjorie L4 mi
Jim Gedra, Psychologist1.0★ (1)4 mi
Julie Abrams, Counselor4.0★ (1)22 mi
Linden BP4.5★ (2)2 mi
Melanie Falls, Counselor5.0★ (1)22 mi
Michael Arndt, Counselor5.0★ (1)13 mi
Michael L. Miller, PhD, LICDC5.0★ (1)4 mi
Northern Ohio Health and Wellness5.0★ (2)14 mi
Reed Counseling4.9★ (32)In Bay Village
Spencer Gerber, Counselor5.0★ (1)22 mi

How we ranked Bay Village child and teen therapists

We scored 55 Bay Village 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 Bay Village 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 Bay Village: frequently asked questions

Who is the best child and teen therapist in Bay Village?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked child and teen therapist in Bay Village, OH is Cogmotion Learning with an RP Score of 63/100. It has 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Ellie Mental Health (#2) and Thriveworks Psychiatry & Counseling Lakewood (#3) follow. We ranked 55 child and teen therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many child and teen therapists are there in Bay Village?

RankedPsychologists ranks 55 child and teen therapists serving Bay Village, OH. 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 Bay Village work on weekends?

15 of 55 ranked child and teen therapists post Saturday hours and 9 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Cogmotion Learning (#1), Ellie Mental Health (#2) and Thriveworks Psychiatry & Counseling Lakewood (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Bay Village child and teen therapists have?

The median Google rating among 55 rated child and teen therapists in Bay Village is 4.8★, with a median of 10 reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Cleveland has the most, 72 reviews, and ranks #5. 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 Bay Village count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Bay Village 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 Bay Village 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 Bay Village

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 55 child and teen therapists serving Bay Village.