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Best Child And Teen Therapists in Sandy Springs, GA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Sandy Springs: Rooted Rhythm | Atlanta Child Therapy and Parent Coaching, RP Score 75/100; 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 22

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Atlanta Counseling, 354 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 191 ranked; ranked #22.

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

191 Sandy Springs child and teen therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 48 open Saturdays and 31 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 191 rated practices.

Top 10 child and teen therapists in Sandy Springs 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 Sandy Springs at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Rooted Rhythm | Atlanta Child Therapy and Parent Coaching755.0★ (8)Atlanta, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Dr. Molly Wolfson Kramer755.0★ (6)Atlanta, 1 mi away——
3Meghan K. Nicolini, PHD724.4★ (7)Atlanta, 5 mi away——
4Steven G. Berger, PHD722.9★ (7)Marietta, 3 mi away——
5Village Autism Center714.0★ (4)Marietta, 5 mi away——
6Powers Ferry Psychological Associates693.3★ (25)Atlanta, 5 mi awaySat · Evenings—
7Intown Pediatric Behavioral Wellness: Jennifer Poulos, Psy.D694.9★ (150)Atlanta, 9 mi away——
8Atlanta Pediatric Psychology Associates683.7★ (6)Tucker, 9 mi away——
9Autism Behavioral Institute684.9★ (9)Atlanta, 4 mi away——
10Rachel Scheinfield, Ph.D., NCSP675.0★ (3)Atlanta, 2 mi away——

The 191 best child and teen therapists in Sandy Springs, 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 Sandy Springs

    Based in Atlanta, 6 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    3355 Lenox Rd NE suite 601, Atlanta, GA 30326
  2. Based in Atlanta, 1 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    5871 Glenridge Dr Ste 220, Atlanta, GA 30328
  3. Based in Atlanta, 5 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    3495 Piedmont Rd NE Bldg 12, Suite 407, Atlanta, GA 30305
  4. Based in Marietta, 3 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 2.9★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.9★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    4939 Lower Roswell Rd, Marietta, GA 30068
  5. Based in Marietta, 5 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    1642 Powers Ferry Rd Suite 100, Marietta, GA 30067
  6. Based in Atlanta, 5 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 3.3★ from 25 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–9 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1827 Powers Ferry Rd #22, Atlanta, GA 30339
  7. 69/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.9★ from 150 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 150 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1718 Peachtree St NW #496, Atlanta, GA 30309
  8. Based in Atlanta, 4 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.9★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    8097 Roswell Rd Bldg B, Atlanta, GA 30350
  9. Based in Roswell, 9 mi away

    66/100RP Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    701 Macy Dr, Roswell, GA 30076
  10. Based in Atlanta, 5 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2320 Perimeter Park Dr, Atlanta, GA 30341
  11. Based in Marietta, 7 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 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–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2255 Sewell Mill Rd Ste 130, Marietta, GA 30062
  12. Based in Atlanta, 8 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 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 PM · Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1801 Peachtree Rd NE Ste 160, Atlanta, GA 30309
  13. Based in Smyrna, 10 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 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–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3650 Highlands Pkwy SE, Smyrna, GA 30082
  14. 61/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    772 Edgewood Ave NE Unit 6, Atlanta, GA 30307

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

child and teen therapists in Sandy Springs, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Peachtree Pediatric Psychology603.8★ (21)1 mi
27Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Smyrna604.3★ (139)7 mi
28Restorative Counseling Services604.8★ (19)6 mi
29Paul J. Cohen, PhD., P.C.605.0★ (3)1 mi
30Autism Center for Children595.0★ (8)16 mi
31Counseling & Psychiatry of Gwinnett, LLC: Anderson Tom592.3★ (3)21 mi
32Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Marietta584.5★ (210)11 mi
33Ellie Mental Health583.7★ (15)2 mi
34Art It Out Therapy Center: East Cobb584.4★ (18)4 mi
35Mindful Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine584.9★ (233)14 mi
36Atlanta Innovative Counseling Center574.0★ (16)8 mi
37Mary Elizabeth Manasra, Counselor575.0★ (10)In Sandy Springs
38Behavioral Institute of Atlanta572.6★ (8)3 mi
39Shaqutia Florence, Counselor575.0★ (9)In Sandy Springs
40Steven P. Perlow, PHD575.0★ (4)5 mi
41Emory's Child and Adolescent Mood Program565.0★ (3)7 mi
42Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Alpharetta564.3★ (81)12 mi
43Atlanta Behavioral & Mental Health Counseling565.0★ (5)5 mi
44Dr. Charles Jenkins, PSY.D | Sandy Springs Psychological Associates564.0★ (37)In Sandy Springs
45Art It Out Therapy Center: Atlanta564.8★ (8)6 mi
46Dr. David Karol Gore565.0★ (7)1 mi
47Steady Hope Counseling565.0★ (17)12 mi
48Key Counseling Group565.0★ (5)10 mi
49Skyland Trail Adolescent Campus562.9★ (22)7 mi
50Wild Child Counseling565.0★ (3)7 mi

Also serving Sandy Springs

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 Sandy Springs
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Ashley Forman, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner5.0★ (30)In Sandy Springs
Butterfly Effects - ABA Therapy for Autism3.8★ (5)In Sandy Springs
Counseling Services of Atlanta, LLC2.0★ (9)In Sandy Springs
Dr. George Warsaw, Top Rated Therapist4.9★ (55)In Sandy Springs
Dr. Linda Olson CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST5.0★ (4)In Sandy Springs
Georgia Behavior Associates3.9★ (25)In Sandy Springs
Georgia Center for Autism & Developmental Pediatrics4.3★ (11)In Sandy Springs
Guzman Psychotherapy5.0★ (147)In Sandy Springs
Kim Oppenheimer, Ph.D.1.6★ (7)In Sandy Springs
Licia Freeman, LMFT5.0★ (7)In Sandy Springs
LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Sandy Springs4.4★ (470)In Sandy Springs
Monte Nido Clementine Atlanta3.8★ (25)In Sandy Springs
Perimeter Behavioral Health5.0★ (89)In Sandy Springs
Professional Therapy Atlanta, LLC4.8★ (24)In Sandy Springs
Rogers Behavioral Health3.8★ (23)In Sandy Springs
SAGE Speech Therapy & Learning Associates4.3★ (16)In Sandy Springs
Serenity Mental Health Centers - Sandy Springs4.1★ (193)In Sandy Springs
Tam Pham, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner4.8★ (9)In Sandy Springs
Therapeutic Gems5.0★ (7)In Sandy Springs
Zachary Engler MD LLC5.0★ (4)In Sandy Springs

How we ranked Sandy Springs child and teen therapists

We scored 191 Sandy Springs 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 Sandy Springs 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 Sandy Springs: frequently asked questions

Who is the best child and teen therapist in Sandy Springs?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked child and teen therapist in Sandy Springs, GA is Rooted Rhythm | Atlanta Child Therapy and Parent Coaching with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Dr. Molly Wolfson Kramer (#2) and Meghan K. Nicolini, PHD (#3) follow. We ranked 191 child and teen therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many child and teen therapists are there in Sandy Springs?

RankedPsychologists ranks 191 child and teen therapists serving Sandy Springs, GA. 4 of them are based in Sandy Springs; 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 Sandy Springs work on weekends?

48 of 191 ranked child and teen therapists post Saturday hours and 31 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Rooted Rhythm | Atlanta Child Therapy and Parent Coaching (#1), Powers Ferry Psychological Associates (#6) and Georgia Adolescent Program (#14). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Sandy Springs child and teen therapists have?

The median Google rating among 191 rated child and teen therapists in Sandy Springs is 4.7★, with a median of 10 reviews. Thriveworks Atlanta Counseling has the most, 354 reviews, and ranks #22. 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 Sandy Springs count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Sandy Springs 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 Sandy Springs 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 Sandy Springs

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 191 child and teen therapists serving Sandy Springs.