60/100RP Score
Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews.
Best Clinical Social Workers in Canton, IL (2026)
16 clinical social workers ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Canton: Edge Counseling & Wellness, LLC, RP Score 60/100; 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews.
- 10
Most-reviewed: Associates In Mental Health SC, 32 Google reviews at 2.9★, the most of 16 ranked; ranked #10.
Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
16 Canton clinical social workers are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. The median Google rating is 4.4★ across 16 rated practices.
Top 10 clinical social workers in Canton 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.
| Rank | Business | RP Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Edge Counseling & Wellness, LLC | 60 | 4.7★ (15) | Peoria, 26 mi away | — | Overall |
| 2 | Frandy Raso, LCSW | 49 | 4.0★ (4) | Peoria, 25 mi away | — | — |
| 3 | Stacey Wyant, LCSW | 47 | 4.4★ (7) | Galesburg, 32 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 4 | Kimberly Baker, Counselor | 47 | 4.9★ (7) | Pekin, 22 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | MindOasis, LLC Counseling | 47 | 4.4★ (28) | Peoria, 25 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 6 | Corette Gardner, Counselor | 46 | 4.8★ (4) | Pekin, 22 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Christian Psychological Associates, John R Day and Associates, LTD | 45 | 2.5★ (25) | Peoria, 25 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 8 | Sarah Freeze, LCSW | 45 | 5.0★ (4) | Arvada, 37 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 9 | Jennifer Taylor, Counselor | 45 | 5.0★ (6) | Peoria, 27 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 10 | Associates In Mental Health SC | 45 | 2.9★ (32) | Peoria, 25 mi away | — | Most reviews |
The 16 best clinical social workers in Canton, 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.
Scores below: based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Peoria, 25 mi away
49/100RP ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family counselor”.
Based in Galesburg, 32 mi away
47/100RP ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based in Pekin, 22 mi away
47/100RP ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based in Peoria, 25 mi away
47/100RP ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 28 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based in Pekin, 22 mi away
46/100RP ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based in Peoria, 25 mi away
45/100RP ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.5★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.
Based in Arvada, 37 mi away
45/100RP ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based in Peoria, 27 mi away
45/100RP ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based in Peoria, 25 mi away
45/100RP ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.9★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.
Based in Peoria, 27 mi away
44/100RP ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based in Peoria, 27 mi away
44/100RP ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based in East Peoria, 27 mi away
44/100RP ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.
Based in Peoria, 27 mi away
44/100RP ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based in Washington, 33 mi away
42/100RP ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.1★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.
#16 Bridgeway Inc
Based in Macomb, 36 mi away
42/100RP ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Disability services and support organization”.
Also serving Canton
20 more clinical social workers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Addison Neff, Counselor | 27 mi | |
| Alexander Chacko, LCSW | 30 mi | |
| Amanda Crusen, LCSW | 4.0★ (2) | 26 mi |
| Audrey Lemasters | 26 mi | |
| Bittle Diane M | 5.0★ (2) | 26 mi |
| Bryana Payne, Counselor | 5.0★ (2) | 27 mi |
| Ellen Erlichman, L.C.S.W | 26 mi | |
| Jen Zeck, LCSW | 25 mi | |
| Karen Kewley, LCSW | 5.0★ (1) | 25 mi |
| Kelsey Hardy, LCSW | 26 mi | |
| Kind Minds Therapy, LCSW, PLLC | 5.0★ (1) | 37 mi |
| Kristen Draughan | 35 mi | |
| Krystyn Gunther, LCSW | 27 mi | |
| Marcia Heitz, MSW, LCSW | 5.0★ (1) | In Canton |
| Nancy Egger, LCSW | 5.0★ (1) | 28 mi |
| Paul Amstutz, LCSW | 33 mi | |
| Seventh Direction Within | 27 mi | |
| Shauna Summers, Counselor | 27 mi | |
| Synago, LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 34 mi |
| Watson Center for Wellness | 3.0★ (2) | In Canton |
How we ranked Canton clinical social workers
We scored 16 Canton clinical social workers 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Canton data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Review volume | 5% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of Google reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availability | Measured |
| Specialty focus | 25% | How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 15% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
How to choose a clinical social worker
- Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
- Make sure clinical social work is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
- Check the license with the state social work board or provincial college that issued it.
- 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.
- Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
- After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.
Questions to ask a clinical social worker
- 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 clinical social work?
- Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
- 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.
Clinical social workers in Canton: frequently asked questions
Who is the best clinical social worker in Canton?
By RP Score, the highest-ranked clinical social worker in Canton, IL is Edge Counseling & Wellness, LLC with an RP Score of 60/100. It has 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews. Frandy Raso, LCSW (#2) and Stacey Wyant, LCSW (#3) follow. We ranked 16 clinical social workers on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many clinical social workers are there in Canton?
RankedPsychologists ranks 16 clinical social workers serving Canton, IL. Another 20 within 40 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.
What Google rating do Canton clinical social workers have?
The median Google rating among 16 rated clinical social workers in Canton is 4.4★, with a median of 7 reviews. Associates In Mental Health SC has the most, 32 reviews, and ranks #10. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does RankedPsychologists rank clinical social workers?
Each clinical social worker 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 clinical social workers outside Canton count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Canton city center, our service radius for clinical social workers. 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 clinical social workers 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 clinical social workers in Canton ranked?
Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on clinical social work and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.
Can a social worker provide therapy?
Yes, when licensed for it. In the US a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW, or LICSW in some states) holds a master’s degree in social work, has completed supervised clinical practice and passed a licensing exam. In Canada, registered social workers are regulated by provincial colleges. They provide talk therapy for many of the same concerns as counselors and psychologists.
Can I see a clinical social worker 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 Canton
- November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 16 clinical social workers serving Canton.
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