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Best Child And Teen Therapists in North York, ON (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in North York: Cohen Nicky Dr, RP Score 76/100; 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

  2. 16

    Most-reviewed: Nova Counseling Centre, 168 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 116 ranked; ranked #16.

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

116 North York child and teen therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 79 open Saturdays and 43 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 116 rated practices.

Most of this list also appears on the Child and teen therapists in Toronto ranking. See Child and teen therapists in Toronto

Top 10 child and teen therapists in North York 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 North York at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Cohen Nicky Dr764.3★ (6)North York—Overall
2Roots & Tales Clinic-North York745.0★ (7)North YorkSat · Evenings—
3MindSproutLab714.9★ (12)East York, 4 km awaySun · Evenings—
4Flourish Health Services714.7★ (15)Toronto, 14 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Foundations for Emotional Wellness714.9★ (44)Toronto, 12 km awaySat · Evenings—
6Positive Kids Inc713.9★ (11)Toronto, 4 km awaySat—
7CARE Ltd - Centre for Autism Remediation & Education, ABA/IBI Behavior Therapy, ABA Family Training695.0★ (7)Vaughan, 12 km awaySat—
8Gladiola Psychology Center685.0★ (7)Toronto, 11 km awaySat—
9Dr. Robin Alter683.7★ (3)North YorkEvenings—
10Paper Plane Child & Family Psychology685.0★ (4)Toronto, 12 km awaySat · Evenings—

The 116 best child and teen therapists in North York, 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 North York

    #1 Cohen Nicky Dr

    Based in North York

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    491 Lawrence Ave W #203, North York, ON M5M 1C7
    View profile for Cohen Nicky Dr(416) 783-3900

  3. #3 MindSproutLab

    Based in East York, 4 km away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychotherapist”, 4.9★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 4:30 PM–9 PM · Sat closed · Sun 12 PM–4 PM
    Address
    2454 Bayview Ave Unit 211, North York, ON M2L 1A6
    View profile for MindSproutLab(647) 254-1818

  4. #4 Flourish Health Services

    Based in Toronto, 14 km away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
    Address
    2243 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4E 1G1
    View profile for Flourish Health Services(416) 694-3456

  6. #6 Positive Kids Inc

    Based in Toronto, 4 km away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychotherapist”, 3.9★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3440 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M4N 2M9
    View profile for Positive Kids Inc(866) 503-7454

  7. #7 CARE Ltd - Centre for Autism Remediation & Education, ABA/IBI Behavior Therapy, ABA Family Training

    Based in Vaughan, 12 km away

    69/100RP Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    8611 Weston Rd, Vaughan, ON L4L 9P1
    View profile for CARE Ltd - Centre for Autism Remediation & Education, ABA/IBI Behavior Therapy, ABA Family Training(416) 828-1736

  8. #8 Gladiola Psychology Center

    Based in Toronto, 11 km away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 9:30 AM–6 PM · Fri 9:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    415 Bloor St W Unit 201, Toronto, ON M5S 1X6
    View profile for Gladiola Psychology Center(647) 873-2663

  9. #9 Dr. Robin Alter

    Based in North York

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 12 PM–7 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    1 Promenade Cir Suite 301A, Thornhill, ON L4J 4P8
    View profile for Dr. Robin Alter(905) 709-2343

  11. #11 Paper Plane Child & Family Psychology

    Based in Toronto, 14 km away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 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–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 10 AM–3:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1903 Queen St E Main Unit, Toronto, ON M4L 1H3
    View profile for Paper Plane Child & Family Psychology(647) 560-3130

  12. #12 Taylor Psychology

    Based in Toronto, 6 km away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 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–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    132 Craighurst Ave, Toronto, ON M4R 1K2
    View profile for Taylor Psychology(416) 768-0275

  14. #14 Neuropotential Clinics

    Based in North York

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 136 Google reviews, based in North York.

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

    • 4.9★ from 136 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM–5 PM
    Address
    20 De Boers Dr Unit 230, North York, ON M3J 0H1
    View profile for Neuropotential Clinics(416) 398-9991

  16. #16 Nova Counseling Centre

    Based in North York

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 168 Google reviews, based in North York.

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

    • 5.0★ from 168 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–8 PM · Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    7787 Yonge St, Thornhill, ON L3T 7L2
    View profile for Nova Counseling Centre(647) 556-2131

  17. #17 Rosalie Hall

    Based in Markham, 14 km away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 3.9★ from 44 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 44 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3020 Lawrence Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1P 2T7
    View profile for Rosalie Hall(416) 438-6880

  18. #18 Positive Kids Inc

    Based in Mississauga, 25 km away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychotherapist”, 4.0★ from 27 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    Office, 420 Britannia Rd E Suite 200A, Mississauga, ON L4Z 3L5
    View profile for Positive Kids Inc(866) 503-7454

  19. #19 Kalm Wellness Therapy Inc. - North York Psychotherapists

    Based in East York, 5 km away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, 5 km from North York.

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

    • 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–8 PM · Tue 10 AM–8 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 10 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM–3 PM
    Address
    534 Lawrence Ave W # 221B, North York, ON M6A 3C9
    View profile for Kalm Wellness Therapy Inc. - North York Psychotherapists(647) 250-4308

  20. #20 Clear Teen Therapy

    Based in Toronto, 14 km away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 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 10 AM–8 PM · Sat 12 PM–8 PM · Sun 9 AM–8 PM
    Address
    1971 Queen St E Ste 202, Toronto, ON M4L 1H9
    View profile for Clear Teen Therapy(365) 699-5593

  21. #21 Alpha Child Therapy

    Based in Richmond Hill, 13 km away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–8 PM · Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    147 Oxford St, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 4L6
    View profile for Alpha Child Therapy(647) 677-8790

  22. #22 Counselling & Behaviour: A Mental Health & Psychotherapy Clinic in Toronto

    Based in Toronto, 4 km away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews, 4 km from North York.

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

    • 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    3300 Yonge St #300, Toronto, ON M4N 2L6
    View profile for Counselling & Behaviour: A Mental Health & Psychotherapy Clinic in Toronto(647) 424-1233

  24. #24 Capct

    Based in Brampton, 31 km away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    17 Saddletree Trail, Brampton, ON L6X 4M5
    View profile for Capct(416) 690-5464

  25. #25 Orchid Psychotherapy Inc

    Based in Toronto, 7 km away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    120 Eglinton Ave E 10th Floor, Toronto, ON M4P 1E2
    View profile for Orchid Psychotherapy Inc(416) 481-4172

How we ranked North York child and teen therapists

We scored 116 North York 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 North York 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 North York: frequently asked questions

Who is the best child and teen therapist in North York?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked child and teen therapist in North York, ON is Cohen Nicky Dr with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews. Roots & Tales Clinic-North York (#2) and MindSproutLab (#3) follow. We ranked 116 child and teen therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many child and teen therapists are there in North York?

RankedPsychologists ranks 116 child and teen therapists serving North York, ON. 5 of them are based in North York; the rest serve it from nearby towns. 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 North York work on weekends?

79 of 116 ranked child and teen therapists post Saturday hours and 43 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Roots & Tales Clinic-North York (#2), Flourish Health Services (#4) and Foundations for Emotional Wellness (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do North York child and teen therapists have?

The median Google rating among 116 rated child and teen therapists in North York is 4.7★, with a median of 13 reviews. Nova Counseling Centre has the most, 168 reviews, and ranks #16. 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 North York count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 km of the North York 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 North York 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 North York

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 116 child and teen therapists serving North York.

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