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Best Child And Teen Therapists in Scottdale, GA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Scottdale: Rooted Rhythm | Atlanta Child Therapy and Parent Coaching, RP Score 74/100; 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 34

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Atlanta Counseling, 354 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 182 ranked; ranked #34.

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

182 Scottdale child and teen therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 43 open Saturdays and 29 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 182 rated practices.

Top 10 child and teen therapists in Scottdale 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 Scottdale at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Rooted Rhythm | Atlanta Child Therapy and Parent Coaching745.0★ (8)Atlanta, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Atlanta Pediatric Psychology Associates723.7★ (6)Tucker, 5 mi away——
3Meghan K. Nicolini, PHD704.4★ (7)Atlanta, 8 mi away——
4Intown Pediatric Behavioral Wellness: Jennifer Poulos, Psy.D694.9★ (150)Atlanta, 7 mi away——
5Dr. Molly Wolfson Kramer685.0★ (6)Atlanta, 10 mi away——
6Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center653.2★ (16)Atlanta, 5 mi away——
7Center for Psychological and Educational Assessment - Atlanta654.0★ (4)Atlanta, 6 mi away——
8Village Autism Center654.0★ (4)Marietta, 14 mi away——
9Intown Psychology, LLC645.0★ (3)Atlanta, 7 mi awayEvenings—
10Peach Pediatric Psychological Center645.0★ (5)Atlanta, 8 mi away——

The 182 best child and teen therapists in Scottdale, 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 Scottdale

    Based in Atlanta, 7 mi away

    74/100RP 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, 8 mi away

    70/100RP 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
  3. 69/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 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
  4. Based in Atlanta, 10 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 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
  5. 65/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 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
  6. Based in Marietta, 14 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 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
  7. Based in Atlanta, 7 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 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
  8. Based in Marietta, 15 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 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
  9. Based in Atlanta, 9 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 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
  10. Based in Atlanta, 14 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 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
  11. Based in Decatur, 3 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, 3 mi from Scottdale.

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

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–9 PM
    Address
    317 W Hill St Ste 204 C, Decatur, GA 30030
  12. Based in Atlanta, 14 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 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
  13. Based in Smyrna, 14 mi away

    60/100RP 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. Based in Roswell, 19 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 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
  15. Based in Atlanta, 7 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–9 PM · Tue 9 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–9 PM · Thu 8 AM–9 PM · Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 9 AM–6 PM
    Address
    2997 Piedmont Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305
  16. Based in McDonough, 11 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Home health care service”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

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

child and teen therapists in Scottdale, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Key Counseling Group585.0★ (5)6 mi
27Georgia Adolescent Program585.0★ (3)18 mi
28North Star of Georgia Counseling and Consulting584.4★ (17)5 mi
29Emory's Child and Adolescent Mood Program585.0★ (3)5 mi
30Thriveworks Psychiatry & Counseling Sandy Springs584.6★ (56)11 mi
31Wild Child Counseling575.0★ (3)5 mi
32Carol Lewis, Counselor575.0★ (20)2 mi
33Pinnacle Behavioral Health LLC.564.8★ (44)8 mi
34Thriveworks Atlanta Counseling564.5★ (354)15 mi
35Skyland Trail Adolescent Campus562.9★ (22)6 mi
36Utopia Therapy & Wellness564.4★ (7)In Scottdale
37Greater Georgia Teen Counseling Program565.0★ (3)22 mi
38Tartt Alduan PhD564.2★ (29)2 mi
39Rachel Willis, Counselor555.0★ (7)2 mi
40Decatur Family Psychiatry553.8★ (16)2 mi
41Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Smyrna554.3★ (139)15 mi
42Barbara Campbell-Antoine, Counselor555.0★ (32)16 mi
43Hillside Inc.552.9★ (171)6 mi
44H.A.R.M.O.N.I.C. Therapeutic & Healing Services555.0★ (3)10 mi
45Biologic Behavioral Health - Decatur553.8★ (42)2 mi
46Monica Shannon, Counselor545.0★ (3)2 mi
47Yvette Montsho, Counselor545.0★ (23)16 mi
48Peachtree Pediatric Psychology543.8★ (21)11 mi
49Mindful Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine544.9★ (233)19 mi
50Derrick Sykes, Counselor544.9★ (14)5 mi

Also serving Scottdale

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 Scottdale
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Barbara Lewison, LCSWIn Scottdale
Canopy & Light Counseling5.0★ (2)In Scottdale
Chandler Therapy GroupIn Scottdale
Clarity Counseling and Wellness5.0★ (3)In Scottdale
Courageous Counseling and Consultation, LLC5.0★ (7)In Scottdale
Dragonfly Psychiatry LLC5.0★ (1)In Scottdale
East Atlanta Therapy5.0★ (1)In Scottdale
Emerald Counseling and WellnessIn Scottdale
Firefly Wellness Counseling, LLC5.0★ (3)In Scottdale
Helia Therapy LLCIn Scottdale
Inhabit Life TherapyIn Scottdale
Integrative Psychological & Educational Solutions, LLCIn Scottdale
Integrity Psychiatry and WellnessIn Scottdale
Julie Coker LLCIn Scottdale
Know Thyself Journey LLC5.0★ (3)In Scottdale
Present Way Counseling5.0★ (1)In Scottdale
Protect Your Peace Counseling, LLCIn Scottdale
Rachel Hopkins MS, LPC, CRCIn Scottdale
Samuel Ross, LCSWIn Scottdale
WellBeing NP5.0★ (46)In Scottdale

How we ranked Scottdale child and teen therapists

We scored 182 Scottdale 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 Scottdale 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 Scottdale: frequently asked questions

Who is the best child and teen therapist in Scottdale?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked child and teen therapist in Scottdale, GA is Rooted Rhythm | Atlanta Child Therapy and Parent Coaching with an RP Score of 74/100. It has 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Atlanta Pediatric Psychology Associates (#2) and Meghan K. Nicolini, PHD (#3) follow. We ranked 182 child and teen therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many child and teen therapists are there in Scottdale?

RankedPsychologists ranks 182 child and teen therapists serving Scottdale, GA. 1 of them is based in Scottdale; 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 Scottdale work on weekends?

43 of 182 ranked child and teen therapists post Saturday hours and 29 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Rooted Rhythm | Atlanta Child Therapy and Parent Coaching (#1), Powers Ferry Psychological Associates (#15) and Steady Hope Counseling (#17). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Scottdale child and teen therapists have?

The median Google rating among 182 rated child and teen therapists in Scottdale is 4.8★, with a median of 12 reviews. Thriveworks Atlanta Counseling has the most, 354 reviews, and ranks #34. 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 Scottdale count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 182 child and teen therapists serving Scottdale.