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Best Child And Teen Therapists in Dyer, IN (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Dyer: Clarity Clinic NWI, RP Score 63/100; 4.5★ from 467 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 33

    Most-reviewed: Elemental Center and Elemental Medspa, 89 Google reviews at 3.1★, the most of 39 ranked after Clarity Clinic NWI; ranked #33.

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

39 Dyer child and teen therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 25 open Saturdays and 15 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 39 rated practices.

Top 10 child and teen therapists in Dyer 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 Dyer at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Clarity Clinic NWI634.5★ (467)Munster, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2SUPERPSYCHED SUPPORT634.3★ (26)Merrillville, 10 mi awayEvenings—
3Thriveworks Psychiatry & Counseling Munster614.6★ (61)Munster, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Childthrive: Advanced Specialty Care in Child Psychology615.0★ (3)Merrillville, 10 mi awayEvenings—
5Animal Assisted Counseling of Indiana555.0★ (3)Munster, 5 mi awaySat · Evenings—
6Transitions Counseling Center543.7★ (3)Saint John, 5 mi awaySat · Evenings—
7Mirjam Quinn and Associates534.7★ (48)Chicago, 16 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Evergreen Park534.6★ (75)Evergreen Park, 18 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Mid-America Psychological & Counseling Services, PC532.2★ (37)Munster, 4 mi awaySat · Evenings—
10Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center535.0★ (3)Munster, 4 mi away——

The 39 best child and teen therapists in Dyer, 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 Dyer

    Based in Munster, 4 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.5★ from 467 Google reviews, 4 mi from Dyer.

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

    • 4.5★ from 467 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–3 PM
    Address
    9250 Columbia Ave e2, Munster, IN 46321
  2. Based in Merrillville, 10 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.3★ from 26 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 11 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    8690 Broadway Ste A, Merrillville, IN 46410
  3. 61/100RP Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–7:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    260 E 90th Dr, Merrillville, IN 46410
  4. Based in Chicago, 16 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 48 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 48 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9:30 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
    Address
    10801 S Western Ave Ste 2B, Chicago, IL 60643
  5. Based in Evergreen Park, 18 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 75 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 75 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–10 PM · Sat–Sun 7 AM–9:30 PM
    Address
    9730 S Western Ave #350, Evergreen Park, IL 60805
  6. 52/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 1 PM–9 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    15127 73rd Ave Ste C, Orland Park, IL 60462
  7. Based in Merrillville, 10 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Neuropsychologist”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–8 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    285 W 80th Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410
  8. Based in Chicago, 16 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    10725 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60643
  9. Based in Frankfort, 17 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–7 PM
    Address
    20550 LaGrange Rd Ste 105, Frankfort, IL 60423
  10. Based in Orland Park, 19 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7 AM–9:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–9:30 PM · Fri 7 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun 8 AM–3 PM
    Address
    15303 S 94th Ave Ste 250, Orland Park, IL 60462
  11. Based in Orland Park, 19 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7 AM–9:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–9:30 PM · Fri 7 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun 8 AM–3 PM
    Address
    15303 S 94th Ave Ste 250, Orland Park, IL 60462
  12. Based in Frankfort, 15 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
    Address
    8215 W Lincoln Hwy, Frankfort, IL 60423
  13. Based in Frankfort, 17 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–7 PM
    Address
    20550 LaGrange Rd Ste 105, Frankfort, IL 60423
  14. Based in Tinley Park, 17 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 29 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 29 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 10 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    7905 W 159th St Ste C, Tinley Park, IL 60477
  15. Based in Orland Park, 19 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7 AM–9:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–9:30 PM · Fri 7 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun 8 AM–3 PM
    Address
    15303 S 94th Ave Ste 250, Orland Park, IL 60462
  16. Based in Orland Park, 19 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7 AM–9:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–9:30 PM · Fri 7 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun 8 AM–3 PM
    Address
    15303 S 94th Ave Ste 250, Orland Park, IL 60462
  17. Based in Merrillville, 9 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.3★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”.

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

    • 3.3★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    8409 Merrillville Rd, Merrillville, IN 46410
  18. Based in Hammond, 10 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.6★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”.

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

    • 3.6★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4508 Columbia Ave, Hammond, IN 46327
  19. Based in Homer Glen, 24 mi away

    48/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–10 PM · Sat 8 AM–9 PM · Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    13161 W 143rd St, Homer Glen, IL 60491

All 39 child and teen therapists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #39, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

child and teen therapists in Dyer, ranks 26 to 39
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Autism Care Therapy - ABA Therapy483.4★ (17)20 mi
27Regional Health Systems - Hammond Behavioral Health482.5★ (4)10 mi
28Mosaic Counseling & Wellness485.0★ (15)19 mi
29Anxiety and Stress Center474.7★ (13)19 mi
30Systemic Wellness474.3★ (6)23 mi
31Aligned Mind Solutions465.0★ (12)17 mi
32The Place for Children with Autism - Bronzeville443.7★ (16)22 mi
33Elemental Center and Elemental Medspa443.1★ (89)19 mi
34Benchmark Psychiatric Services, LTD.434.1★ (49)21 mi
35Stride Autism Centers - Orland Park ABA Therapy434.8★ (8)20 mi
36Healing Center for Behavioral Health424.4★ (7)23 mi
37Stride Autism Centers - Hickory Hills ABA Therapy415.0★ (5)22 mi
38Adiana Lebron, Counselor414.4★ (7)23 mi
39Transformative Growth Counseling404.4★ (12)24 mi

Also serving Dyer

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.

How we ranked Dyer child and teen therapists

We scored 39 Dyer 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 Dyer 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 Dyer: frequently asked questions

Who is the best child and teen therapist in Dyer?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked child and teen therapist in Dyer, IN is Clarity Clinic NWI with an RP Score of 63/100. It has 4.5★ from 467 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. SUPERPSYCHED SUPPORT (#2) and Thriveworks Psychiatry & Counseling Munster (#3) follow. We ranked 39 child and teen therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many child and teen therapists are there in Dyer?

RankedPsychologists ranks 39 child and teen therapists serving Dyer, IN. 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 Dyer work on weekends?

25 of 39 ranked child and teen therapists post Saturday hours and 15 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Clarity Clinic NWI (#1), Thriveworks Psychiatry & Counseling Munster (#3) and Animal Assisted Counseling of Indiana (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Dyer child and teen therapists have?

The median Google rating among 39 rated child and teen therapists in Dyer is 4.7★, with a median of 12 reviews. Clarity Clinic NWI has the most, 467 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 Dyer count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Dyer 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 Dyer 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 Dyer

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 39 child and teen therapists serving Dyer.