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Best Clinical Social Workers in McMinnville, OR (2026)

68 clinical social workers ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in McMinnville: Marc Rott M.S.W, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, RP Score 70/100; 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

  2. 7

    Most-reviewed: Journeys...A Center for Your Soul, 125 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 68 ranked; ranked #7.

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

68 McMinnville clinical social workers are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 5 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 68 rated practices.

Top 10 clinical social workers in McMinnville 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 clinical social workers in McMinnville at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inBest for
1Marc Rott M.S.W, Licensed Clinical Social Worker704.2★ (5)Newberg, 13 mi awayOverall
2Shirkoff Jean K615.0★ (3)Portland, 33 mi away—
3Gail A. Bills, MSW LCSW584.0★ (4)Salem, 20 mi away—
4Lindy Ariff, LCSW, CHt555.0★ (7)Portland, 30 mi away—
5Susan Pease Banitt, LCSW at Lotus Heart Counseling, LLC533.7★ (3)Portland, 31 mi away—
6Sabrina Sheehy, LCSW, MSW534.2★ (10)Portland, 34 mi away—
7Journeys...A Center for Your Soul534.7★ (125)Salem, 20 mi awayMost reviews
8Anjuli Shah-Johnson, LCSW525.0★ (4)Portland, 34 mi away—
9Raphel Cousins, LCSW | Accelerated Resolution Therapy Oregon525.0★ (7)Beaverton, 27 mi away—
10Michele Soleimani, LCSW515.0★ (3)Portland, 35 mi away—

The 68 best clinical social workers in McMinnville, 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. Based in Portland, 33 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    1942 NW Kearney St #12, Portland, OR 97209
  2. Based in Salem, 20 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    189 Liberty St NE, Salem, OR 97301
  3. Based in Portland, 30 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    7825 SW 36th Ave Unit 203, Portland, OR 97219
  4. Based in Portland, 34 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews
    Address
    8532 N Ivanhoe St Unit 205, Portland, OR 97203
  5. Based in Portland, 34 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    720 N Page St Ste 288, Portland, OR 97227
  6. 52/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–3 PM · Tue 10 AM–5 PM · Wed–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    6700 SW 105th Ave #303, Beaverton, OR 97008
  7. Based in Portland, 35 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    244 NE 28th Ave, Portland, OR 97232
  8. Based in Portland, 28 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–6:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    10725 SW Barbur Blvd #40, Portland, OR 97219
  9. Based in Portland, 33 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–4 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2455 NW Marshall St #7, Portland, OR 97210
  10. Based in Beaverton, 28 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 40 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 40 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1975 NW 167th Pl #100, Beaverton, OR 97006
  11. Based in Portland, 29 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1675 SW Marlow Ave, Portland, OR 97225
  12. Based in West Linn, 28 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    1609 Willamette Falls Dr, West Linn, OR 97068
  13. Based in Portland, 33 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–4 PM · Tue–Wed closed · Thu 12 PM–7:30 PM · Fri closed · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1962 NW Kearney St #204, Portland, OR 97209
  14. Based in Tualatin, 24 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    8215 SW Tualatin-Sherwood Rd, Tualatin, OR 97062
  15. Based in Portland, 32 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 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–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10883 SE Main St #204, Portland, OR 97222
  16. Based in Portland, 32 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    19 SW Gibbs St, Portland, OR 97239

Clinical social workers 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 68 ranked clinical social workers here; the rest are on their profiles.

clinical social workers in McMinnville, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Robin Friedman LCSW LLC485.0★ (3)33 mi
27Light of Hope, LLC485.0★ (3)20 mi
28Polk County Behavioral Health483.1★ (7)21 mi
29Katie Maher Therapy, LCSW484.2★ (5)35 mi
30Barbara M. Balowitz, LCSW, BCD482.2★ (13)31 mi
31Jacy Saucedo, Counselor475.0★ (10)26 mi
32Stephanie Warren, Counselor475.0★ (6)24 mi
33Liz Boles, Counselor474.8★ (5)24 mi
34Denise Shulman, Counselor474.5★ (12)27 mi
35Teresa Stroup, Counselor475.0★ (7)26 mi
36Jason Vasquez, Counselor475.0★ (6)27 mi
37Angela Shy, Counselor465.0★ (9)28 mi
38Tina Pitta, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner464.0★ (8)27 mi
39Spectrums Family Services, llc465.0★ (3)26 mi
40Raya Hamid, Counselor465.0★ (4)27 mi
41Sarah Gale, Counselor465.0★ (5)28 mi
42Amaya Chavez-Ayers, Therapy Clinician465.0★ (3)26 mi
43Jerry Keith, Counselor465.0★ (5)28 mi
44Dana Parfitt, Counselor464.8★ (5)28 mi
45Pamela Ranger, Counselor465.0★ (3)27 mi
46Sapphire Blue Behavioral Health Solutions465.0★ (3)27 mi
47Sara Padilla, Counselor464.5★ (4)28 mi
48Anagha Phadkule, Counselor465.0★ (4)28 mi
49Julie Streit, Counselor465.0★ (4)28 mi
50Portland Therapy Solutions, LLC453.0★ (6)35 mi

Also serving McMinnville

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.

Unranked clinical social workers serving McMinnville
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Aaron Garner MSW, LCSW5.0★ (2)33 mi
Amy Halloran-Steiner, LCSWIn McMinnville
Ariel Malia, Counselor5.0★ (2)29 mi
Ashley Sumpter, Counselor5.0★ (2)33 mi
Connecting Hope Counseling5.0★ (2)20 mi
Courtney Bladen, Counselor5.0★ (2)26 mi
Gennady Fortuna, Counselor5.0★ (2)28 mi
Gwen Welch-Slaff, LCSW, CHT5.0★ (2)21 mi
Jack Agen, Counselor5.0★ (2)28 mi
Jacob Oostendorp, Counselor3.5★ (2)28 mi
Jeffrey Spears, Counselor5.0★ (2)28 mi
Jerry Keith, Counselor5.0★ (2)33 mi
Kathryn Lipari, Counselor5.0★ (2)33 mi
Marisela Van Sickle, LCSW5.0★ (2)28 mi
Marissa Farrow, Counselor5.0★ (2)24 mi
Peter Skutt, Therapy Clinician5.0★ (2)26 mi
Rosewood House4.5★ (2)22 mi
Sandi Williams, Therapy Clinician5.0★ (2)24 mi
Teresa Hunt, Counselor5.0★ (2)28 mi
The Lighter Heart, PC5.0★ (2)33 mi

How we ranked McMinnville clinical social workers

We scored 68 McMinnville 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.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn McMinnville 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 clinical social worker

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure clinical social work is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Check the license with the state social work board or provincial college that issued it.
  4. 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.
  5. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  6. 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 McMinnville: frequently asked questions

Who is the best clinical social worker in McMinnville?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked clinical social worker in McMinnville, OR is Marc Rott M.S.W, Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an RP Score of 70/100. It has 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews. Shirkoff Jean K (#2) and Gail A. Bills, MSW LCSW (#3) follow. We ranked 68 clinical social workers on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many clinical social workers are there in McMinnville?

RankedPsychologists ranks 68 clinical social workers serving McMinnville, OR. 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.

Which clinical social workers in McMinnville work on weekends?

5 of 68 ranked clinical social workers post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are LifeQual Center (#15), Renee Mahin, LCSW (#18) and Connections First - Psychotherapy Group (#19). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do McMinnville clinical social workers have?

The median Google rating among 68 rated clinical social workers in McMinnville is 5.0★, with a median of 5 reviews. Journeys...A Center for Your Soul has the most, 125 reviews, and ranks #7. 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 McMinnville count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the McMinnville 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 McMinnville 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 McMinnville

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 68 clinical social workers serving McMinnville.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.