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Best Child And Teen Therapists in Citrus Ridge, FL (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Citrus Ridge: Integrity Mental Resources, Corp, RP Score 64/100; 3.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

  2. 17

    Most-reviewed: Harmony United Psychiatric Care-Winter Garden, 462 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 64 ranked; ranked #17.

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

64 Citrus Ridge child and teen therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 9 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 64 rated practices.

Top 10 child and teen therapists in Citrus Ridge 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 Citrus Ridge at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Integrity Mental Resources, Corp643.0★ (6)Haines City, 16 mi away—Overall
2Brightstar Kids Services, Corp593.2★ (9)Winter Haven, 22 mi away——
3William Bartnick, Ed.D593.7★ (3)Orlando, 23 mi away——
4Sarita Betts, Counselor575.0★ (6)Citrus Ridge——
5Gloria Chiang PhD575.0★ (5)Orlando, 21 mi away——
6Child Developmental and Diagnostic Center564.6★ (13)Orlando, 23 mi away——
7Barna Psychology565.0★ (6)Orlando, 22 mi away——
8Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Orlando554.6★ (136)Orlando, 16 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Scott T. Bleakley, Counselor544.9★ (8)Four Corners, 5 mi away——
10Maria Berezkina, LMHC545.0★ (7)Kissimmee, 5 mi away——

The 64 best child and teen therapists in Citrus Ridge, 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. Based in Orlando, 23 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    414 N Mills Ave, Orlando, FL 32803
  2. Based in Citrus Ridge

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, based in Citrus Ridge.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1530 Celebration Blvd Suites 405 & 406, Celebration, FL 34747
  3. Based in Orlando, 21 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1705 Kuhl Ave, Orlando, FL 32806
  4. Based in Orlando, 22 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    6900 Tavistock Lakes Blvd Ste 400, Orlando, FL 32827
  5. Based in Four Corners, 5 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 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–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1530 Celebration Blvd Suites 405 & 406, Celebration, FL 34747
  6. Based in Kissimmee, 5 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

    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
    1530 Celebration Blvd Ste 405, Kissimmee, FL 34747
  7. Based in Kissimmee, 5 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1530 Celebration Blvd Ste 405, Kissimmee, FL 34747
  8. 52/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 56 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 56 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–2:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    310 S Dillard St Ste 160, Winter Garden, FL 34787
  9. Based in Orlando, 12 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    7450 Dr Phillips Blvd Ste 314, Orlando, FL 32819
  10. Based in Doctor Phillips, 14 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 137 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 137 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9100 Conroy Windermere Rd Suite 200, Windermere, FL 34786
  11. Based in Kissimmee, 15 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    321 W Oak St, Kissimmee, FL 34741
  12. Based in Kissimmee, 15 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 195 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 195 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    102 Park Pl Blvd Suite D1, Kissimmee, FL 34741
  13. Based in Winter Garden, 15 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 41 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1329 Winter Garden Vineland Rd Ste 120, Winter Garden, FL 34787
  14. Based in Ocoee, 16 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 299 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 299 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1193 Blackwood Ave, Ocoee, FL 34761
  15. Based in Kissimmee, 14 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 34 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    907 W Emmett St, Kissimmee, FL 34741

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

child and teen therapists in Citrus Ridge, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Cherrie Lindsey, Counselor494.8★ (31)15 mi
27Dr. Noor Assadi494.9★ (41)16 mi
28Miriam Candelaria, Counselor494.8★ (20)15 mi
29Janet Chila, Counselor495.0★ (16)15 mi
30Elizabeth Schafer, Counselor485.0★ (11)15 mi
31Adriana Angulo, Counselor485.0★ (10)15 mi
32Jeanette Martinez, Counselor485.0★ (8)15 mi
33Bhaskar N. Raju, MD484.6★ (45)16 mi
34OPA Behavioral Health484.2★ (386)16 mi
35Keri Funk, M.S. LMHC, Registered Play Therapist475.0★ (5)22 mi
36Caring Therapists - Orlando475.0★ (19)22 mi
37Dan Mawhinney, Counselor475.0★ (5)15 mi
38Patricia Borno, Counselor474.9★ (16)17 mi
39John Mcdonald, Counselor475.0★ (4)15 mi
40Jenny Stabler, Counselor475.0★ (4)15 mi
41Edward Koch, Counselor474.9★ (10)17 mi
42Maxi Dillon, Counselor475.0★ (10)17 mi
43Heart Bonds Counseling474.8★ (23)22 mi
44Yolanda Taylor, Counselor475.0★ (9)17 mi
45Karlette D'aguiar, Counselor474.7★ (9)17 mi
46Ashley Neri, Counselor465.0★ (5)17 mi
47The Counseling Corner464.8★ (106)23 mi
48Lydia Mosher, Counselor464.2★ (5)17 mi
49Dr. Bhaskar Raju, Psychiatrist463.8★ (9)16 mi
50Deepa Samaroo, Counselor465.0★ (3)17 mi

Also serving Citrus Ridge

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 Citrus Ridge
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
A New Hope Psychiatric Services5.0★ (2)16 mi
Acorn Health ABA Therapy - Championsgate4.2★ (15)In Citrus Ridge
Advance Psychological C S, LLC5.0★ (2)22 mi
Branching Aspirations Pediatric Psychological Center1.0★ (1)14 mi
Carolann Brooks, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner4.8★ (59)In Citrus Ridge
Christian Guirado, CounselorIn Citrus Ridge
Complete Care5.0★ (454)In Citrus Ridge
Davenport Behavioral Center4.1★ (8)In Citrus Ridge
Dr. Bhaskar Raju, Psychiatrist5.0★ (1)15 mi
Golden Therapeutic Services5.0★ (3)In Citrus Ridge
Katherine Hatzitheodorou, Counselor5.0★ (2)25 mi
LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Celebration4.5★ (366)In Citrus Ridge
New Era Wellness and Medical Weight Loss3.8★ (90)In Citrus Ridge
Positive Strides, LLC5.0★ (8)In Citrus Ridge
Rachael Smithey, Counselor5.0★ (2)5 mi
Rose Petals Counseling and Play Therapy5.0★ (2)25 mi
Ruan Humphrey, MA, LMHC3.0★ (2)23 mi
South Florida Counseling5.0★ (1)In Citrus Ridge
Tania Marrero5.0★ (1)14 mi
Vickie Posey-Kerlin, Counselor4.0★ (2)15 mi

How we ranked Citrus Ridge child and teen therapists

We scored 64 Citrus Ridge 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 Citrus Ridge 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 Citrus Ridge: frequently asked questions

Who is the best child and teen therapist in Citrus Ridge?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked child and teen therapist in Citrus Ridge, FL is Integrity Mental Resources, Corp with an RP Score of 64/100. It has 3.0★ from 6 Google reviews. Brightstar Kids Services, Corp (#2) and William Bartnick, Ed.D (#3) follow. We ranked 64 child and teen therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many child and teen therapists are there in Citrus Ridge?

RankedPsychologists ranks 64 child and teen therapists serving Citrus Ridge, FL. 1 of them is based in Citrus Ridge; 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 Citrus Ridge work on weekends?

9 of 64 ranked child and teen therapists post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Orlando (#8), High Expectations Counseling Orlando (#12) and MindWorks Psychological Services by Stacy Carmichael PhD LLC (#13). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Citrus Ridge child and teen therapists have?

The median Google rating among 64 rated child and teen therapists in Citrus Ridge is 4.9★, with a median of 10 reviews. Harmony United Psychiatric Care-Winter Garden has the most, 462 reviews, and ranks #17. 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 Citrus Ridge count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Citrus Ridge 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 Citrus Ridge 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 Citrus Ridge

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 64 child and teen therapists serving Citrus Ridge.