63/100RP Score
Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 4.3★ from 13 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Best Clinical Social Workers in Royse City, TX (2026)
87 clinical social workers ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Royse City: Shields Sandra J Counseling Services, RP Score 63/100; 4.3★ from 13 Google reviews; open evenings.
- 29
Most-reviewed: Metrocare Lancaster-Kiest Adult Mental Health Clinic & Pharmacy, 631 Google reviews at 3.8★, the most of 87 ranked; ranked #29.
Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
87 Royse City clinical social workers are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 14 open Saturdays and 9 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 87 rated practices.
Top 10 clinical social workers in Royse City 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 | Shields Sandra J Counseling Services | 63 | 4.3★ (13) | Rockwall, 8 mi away | Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | Dawn W. Nelson, LCSW, ACSW, SAP, CART | 55 | 5.0★ (4) | Rockwall, 8 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 3 | JESSICA DERX LCSW | 54 | 3.9★ (9) | Mesquite, 21 mi away | — | — |
| 4 | Counseling Center of North Texas | 53 | 4.4★ (25) | Wylie, 12 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Theresa E. Marquez, LCSW, LMFT, LCDC | 52 | 3.4★ (5) | Richardson, 23 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Stephanie Coker, LCSW-S, LCDC, CDWF | 51 | 5.0★ (4) | Plano, 26 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | OCD and Anxiety Recovery, LLC - Dr. Whitney Dyer, DSW, LCSW | 51 | 5.0★ (8) | Dallas, 28 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Elizabeth Martin, LCSW LCDC | 50 | 5.0★ (7) | Plano, 30 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Erica Denn Zilbermann, Counselor | 50 | 5.0★ (11) | Dallas, 26 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 10 | Realistic Expectations, PLLC | 50 | 5.0★ (3) | Richardson, 22 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
The 87 best clinical social workers in Royse City, 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.
Based in Rockwall, 8 mi away
55/100RP ScoreRanked #2 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.
Based in Mesquite, 21 mi away
54/100RP ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.9★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Wylie, 12 mi away
53/100RP ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Richardson, 23 mi away
52/100RP ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Plano, 26 mi away
51/100RP ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Dallas, 28 mi away
51/100RP ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Plano, 30 mi away
50/100RP ScoreRanked #8 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.
Based in Dallas, 26 mi away
50/100RP ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Richardson, 22 mi away
50/100RP ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in McKinney, 25 mi away
50/100RP ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.2★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Dallas, 27 mi away
49/100RP ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 237 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Allen, 22 mi away
49/100RP ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Frisco, 30 mi away
49/100RP ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Dallas, 26 mi away
49/100RP ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Plano, 24 mi away
49/100RP ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Frisco, 33 mi away
49/100RP ScoreRanked #17 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.
Based in Dallas, 26 mi away
49/100RP ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Dallas, 26 mi away
49/100RP ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Carrollton, 32 mi away
48/100RP ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 71 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Dallas, 26 mi away
48/100RP ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Dallas, 29 mi away
48/100RP ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 84 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in McKinney, 28 mi away
47/100RP ScoreRanked #23 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.
Based in Garland, 20 mi away
47/100RP ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Dallas, 30 mi away
47/100RP ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.8★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
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 87 ranked clinical social workers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Royse City
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ashley Dye, Counselor | 5.0★ (2) | 33 mi |
| Bluffview Counseling | 5.0★ (2) | 31 mi |
| Carla F. Coday, LCSW | 5.0★ (1) | 22 mi |
| Creative Inspirations Behavioral Health | In Royse City | |
| Diadem Hearts | 1.0★ (2) | 39 mi |
| Dianne Pipkin, MSSW, LCSW | 5.0★ (1) | 24 mi |
| Grecia Delgado, Counselor | 5.0★ (2) | 26 mi |
| Jennifer Sandlin, Counselor | 5.0★ (2) | 24 mi |
| Kaci Pullin, Counselor | 5.0★ (2) | 24 mi |
| Kathi R. Turner, LCSW | 3.0★ (2) | 23 mi |
| Kaydene Maitland, Counselor | 5.0★ (2) | 38 mi |
| Lauren Butcher, LCSW | In Royse City | |
| Lauren Butcher, LCSW - Counseling & EMDR Therapy | In Royse City | |
| Ma'Resia Crump, Counselor | 5.0★ (2) | 29 mi |
| Megan Young, LCSW-S, RPT-Untying Knots Counseling, PLLC | 5.0★ (2) | 17 mi |
| Northpark Counseling Associates | 3.0★ (2) | 26 mi |
| Stacie Hopkins, Counselor | 5.0★ (2) | 27 mi |
| Susie Hair, LCSW-S, CEDS | 5.0★ (2) | 30 mi |
| Terri Liticker, LCSW | 5.0★ (1) | 21 mi |
| Wild & Worthy Counseling (Wendy Thornell, LCSW) | 5.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
How we ranked Royse City clinical social workers
We scored 87 Royse City 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 Royse City 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 Royse City: frequently asked questions
Who is the best clinical social worker in Royse City?
By RP Score, the highest-ranked clinical social worker in Royse City, TX is Shields Sandra J Counseling Services with an RP Score of 63/100. It has 4.3★ from 13 Google reviews. It is open evenings. Dawn W. Nelson, LCSW, ACSW, SAP, CART (#2) and JESSICA DERX LCSW (#3) follow. We ranked 87 clinical social workers on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many clinical social workers are there in Royse City?
RankedPsychologists ranks 87 clinical social workers serving Royse City, TX. 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 Royse City work on weekends?
14 of 87 ranked clinical social workers post Saturday hours and 9 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Counseling Center of North Texas (#4), Erica Denn Zilbermann, Counselor (#9) and Realistic Expectations, PLLC (#10). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.
What Google rating do Royse City clinical social workers have?
The median Google rating among 87 rated clinical social workers in Royse City is 5.0★, with a median of 7 reviews. Metrocare Lancaster-Kiest Adult Mental Health Clinic & Pharmacy has the most, 631 reviews, and ranks #29. 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 Royse City count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Royse City 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 Royse City 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 Royse City
- November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 87 clinical social workers serving Royse City.
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