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Best Child And Teen Therapists in Palmetto Bay, FL (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall in Palmetto Bay: Dr. Gihanna Jimenez - Licensed School Psychologist; IQ, GIFTED PSYCHOEDUCATIONAL EVALUATIONS, RP Score 75/100; 4.9★ from 55 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

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    Most-reviewed: Dr. Gustavo R. Benejam, Psychologist | Psicólogo, 411 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 82 ranked; ranked #40.

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

82 Palmetto Bay child and teen therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 23 open Saturdays and 12 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 82 rated practices.

Top 10 child and teen therapists in Palmetto Bay 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 Palmetto Bay at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Dr. Gihanna Jimenez - Licensed School Psychologist; IQ, GIFTED PSYCHOEDUCATIONAL EVALUATIONS754.9★ (55)South Miami, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Dr. Joseph Mallet, Psy.D., P.A.724.2★ (6)Coral Gables, 7 mi away——
3Miguel A. Firpi, PhD711.8★ (5)Coral Gables, 6 mi away——
4D&L Behavioral Group Inc.705.0★ (4)Miami, 1 mi away——
5FIU Center for Children and Families683.9★ (14)Miami, 10 mi awaySat · Evenings—
6Dr. Magalis Aguilera, Psychology Doctor665.0★ (3)Miami, 6 mi away——
7Your Mind Center665.0★ (20)Coral Gables, 10 mi away——
8Succeed with Love - Loves Hidden Policy - Brickell645.0★ (18)Miami, 13 mi away——
9Behavior Professional Consultants645.0★ (3)Miami, 10 mi away——
10Face to Face Mental Health Services, LLC634.6★ (155)Palmetto BaySat · Evenings—

The 82 best child and teen therapists in Palmetto Bay, 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. 75/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.9★ from 55 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 55 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    7301 SW 57th Ct Ste 565, South Miami, FL 33143
  2. Based in Coral Gables, 6 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 1.8★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.8★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    1501 Venera Ave #230, Coral Gables, FL 33146
  3. Based in Miami, 1 mi away

    70/100RP Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    15715 S Dixie Hwy Ste 304, Miami, FL 33157
  4. Based in Coral Gables, 10 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–4:30 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 9:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2519 Galiano St, Coral Gables, FL 33134
  5. Based in Miami, 13 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5:30 PM · Tue–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    Latitude Office Building, 175 SW 7th St Apt 1501, Miami, FL 33130
  6. Based in Coconut Grove, 10 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 12:30 PM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 2:30 PM–5:30 PM
    Address
    2000 S Dixie Hwy Ste 104, Coconut Grove, FL 33133
  7. 60/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    975 Arthur Godfrey Rd Ste 303, Miami Beach, FL 33140
  8. Based in Miami, 4 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, 4 mi from Palmetto Bay.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    9700 Old Dixie Hwy #1020, Miami, FL 33156
  9. Based in Miami, 6 mi away

    58/100RP Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    12249 SW 132nd Ct, Miami, FL 33186
  10. 58/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    11285 SW 211 St, Miami, FL 33189
  11. Based in Palmetto Bay

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, based in Palmetto Bay.

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

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    14707 S Dixie Hwy Rm 200, Palmetto Bay, FL 33176
  12. 57/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 38 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    7700 N Kendall Dr #601, Miami, FL 33156
  13. Based in Homestead, 14 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 55 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 55 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–8 PM · Tue 8 AM–3 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 9 AM–3 PM
    Address
    151 NW 11th St W-201, Homestead, FL 33030

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

child and teen therapists in Palmetto Bay, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Sean Phelan, Counselor565.0★ (18)4 mi
27Elizabeth Burghardt, Counselor565.0★ (12)4 mi
28Shane Kinney, Counselor565.0★ (12)4 mi
29Educational Evaluations: Gifted, CDE, Dyslexia, ADHD, and Psychoeducational Testing565.0★ (29)6 mi
30Linda Rodriguez, Counselor565.0★ (10)4 mi
31Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Miami564.5★ (118)15 mi
32Behavioral Family Solutions564.5★ (97)5 mi
33Milestones Behavior Analysis-ABA Therapy565.0★ (25)6 mi
34Innovative Counseling555.0★ (7)5 mi
35Humantold555.0★ (3)13 mi
36Dr. Elsa M. Orlandini554.9★ (30)16 mi
37Miami Psychology Group555.0★ (4)14 mi
38Fresh Starts Behavioral Therapy554.7★ (12)6 mi
39Vaccaro Behavioral Health Group554.1★ (24)5 mi
40Dr. Gustavo R. Benejam, Psychologist | Psicólogo555.0★ (411)12 mi
41Thriveworks Psychiatry & Counseling Miami555.0★ (7)15 mi
42Behavioral Turning Point, Inc.544.6★ (42)7 mi
43Peace Behavioral Health545.0★ (5)9 mi
44Haven Youth Counseling545.0★ (3)13 mi
45Gomez Behavior Services545.0★ (5)6 mi
46Therapy With Isabel545.0★ (19)13 mi
47Behavior Analysis Inc544.0★ (4)6 mi
48Live Well Therapy Group543.7★ (35)4 mi
49KYDS MIAMI THERAPY CENTER545.0★ (16)13 mi
50Amy Boyers, Ph.D.544.1★ (7)6 mi

Also serving Palmetto Bay

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 Palmetto Bay
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
ABA Therapy and Instruction5.0★ (74)In Palmetto Bay
Amore Behavior & Mental Health – Children’s Behavioral Clinic5.0★ (28)In Palmetto Bay
Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy ABA Provider Phi E, Inc5.0★ (8)In Palmetto Bay
Blue Horizon ABA Therapy5.0★ (2)In Palmetto Bay
Bright Behavior Services LLC5.0★ (20)In Palmetto Bay
Bright Star Behavior Services LLC5.0★ (26)In Palmetto Bay
Brilliant Minds and Bodies children's therapies5.0★ (1)In Palmetto Bay
Dr. Katalin Eckstein5.0★ (2)4 mi
DTT COACHING SERVICES, LLC4.4★ (20)In Palmetto Bay
Dwight Reynolds, Psy.D5.0★ (2)In Palmetto Bay
Helping Hands for Children, LLCIn Palmetto Bay
Institute of Wellness & Learning1.0★ (1)In Palmetto Bay
Jewish Community Services of South Florida - Behavioral Health Services4.8★ (4)In Palmetto Bay
MindSpa Psychiatry & Therapy5.0★ (4)In Palmetto Bay
Nova Community Services Corp5.0★ (13)In Palmetto Bay
Psychiatry and Beyond5.0★ (8)In Palmetto Bay
TellyCare Psychiatry5.0★ (29)In Palmetto Bay
The Mindful Heart Counseling5.0★ (4)In Palmetto Bay
Two Hearts ABA Therapy5.0★ (46)In Palmetto Bay
Wellspring Counseling, Inc.4.7★ (19)In Palmetto Bay

How we ranked Palmetto Bay child and teen therapists

We scored 82 Palmetto Bay 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 Palmetto Bay 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 Palmetto Bay: frequently asked questions

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

By RP Score, the highest-ranked child and teen therapist in Palmetto Bay, FL is Dr. Gihanna Jimenez - Licensed School Psychologist; IQ, GIFTED PSYCHOEDUCATIONAL EVALUATIONS with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 4.9★ from 55 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Dr. Joseph Mallet, Psy.D., P.A. (#2) and Miguel A. Firpi, PhD (#3) follow. We ranked 82 child and teen therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

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

RankedPsychologists ranks 82 child and teen therapists serving Palmetto Bay, FL. 2 of them are based in Palmetto Bay; 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 Palmetto Bay work on weekends?

23 of 82 ranked child and teen therapists post Saturday hours and 12 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Dr. Gihanna Jimenez - Licensed School Psychologist; IQ, GIFTED PSYCHOEDUCATIONAL EVALUATIONS (#1), FIU Center for Children and Families (#5) and Face to Face Mental Health Services, LLC (#10). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

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

The median Google rating among 82 rated child and teen therapists in Palmetto Bay is 5.0★, with a median of 13 reviews. Dr. Gustavo R. Benejam, Psychologist | Psicólogo has the most, 411 reviews, and ranks #40. 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 Palmetto Bay count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 82 child and teen therapists serving Palmetto Bay.