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Best Clinical Social Workers in Saratoga Springs, NY (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Saratoga Springs: Klara "Nat" Granger LCSW PLLC, RP Score 63/100; 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

  2. 15

    Most-reviewed: Center for Disability Services, 70 Google reviews at 4.0★, the most of 19 ranked; ranked #15.

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

19 Saratoga Springs clinical social workers are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 2 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.0★ across 19 rated practices.

Top 10 clinical social workers in Saratoga 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 clinical social workers in Saratoga Springs at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Klara "Nat" Granger LCSW PLLC634.0★ (4)Schenectady, 20 mi away—Overall
2Bressler-Wakesberg Center For Counseling : Martin Wakesberg and Ellen Bressler Wakesberg604.2★ (5)Schenectady, 17 mi awayEvenings—
3Laura D. Bykofsky, LCSW-R, ACSW, SAP594.3★ (6)Saratoga SpringsEvenings—
4Therapeutic Wellness Practice, LCSW, PLLC595.0★ (6)Saratoga Springs——
5Cervera Neil J593.0★ (4)Albany, 28 mi away——
6Catherine Gayron, LCSW585.0★ (3)Saratoga SpringsEvenings—
7Clearwater Counseling Associates LCSW, PLLC583.0★ (8)Saratoga Springs——
8Adirondack Counseling Services PLLC Traci Phillips LCSW-R575.0★ (4)Queensbury, 18 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Mark Gagnon, MSW, LICSW, LADC, LCSW-R525.0★ (3)Glens Falls, 17 mi awayEvenings—
10Rocco R. Pizzollo, LCSW522.6★ (5)Latham, 24 mi away——

The 19 best clinical social workers in Saratoga 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 Saratoga Springs

    #1 Klara "Nat" Granger LCSW PLLC

    Based in Schenectady, 20 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 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
    600 Franklin St Suite 105, Schenectady, NY 12305
    View profile for Klara "Nat" Granger LCSW PLLC(518) 861-3681

  2. #2 Bressler-Wakesberg Center For Counseling : Martin Wakesberg and Ellen Bressler Wakesberg

    Based in Schenectady, 17 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    113 Saratoga Rd, Schenectady, NY 12302
    View profile for Bressler-Wakesberg Center For Counseling : Martin Wakesberg and Ellen Bressler Wakesberg(518) 399-0637

  5. #5 Cervera Neil J

    Based in Albany, 28 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    902 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12203
    View profile for Cervera Neil J(518) 458-8162

  6. #6 Catherine Gayron, LCSW

    Based in Saratoga Springs

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 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.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–8 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    229 Washington St Ste 204, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
    View profile for Catherine Gayron, LCSW(518) 724-9400

  7. #7 Clearwater Counseling Associates LCSW, PLLC

    Based in Saratoga Springs

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 3.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–4 PM · Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–4 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    35 Bath St, Ballston Spa, NY 12020
    View profile for Clearwater Counseling Associates LCSW, PLLC(518) 245-6272

  8. #8 Adirondack Counseling Services PLLC Traci Phillips LCSW-R

    Based in Queensbury, 18 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 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–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun 9 AM–12 PM
    Address
    699 Upper Glen St, Queensbury, NY 12804
    View profile for Adirondack Counseling Services PLLC Traci Phillips LCSW-R(518) 321-1380

  10. #10 Rocco R. Pizzollo, LCSW

    Based in Latham, 24 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.6★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 2.6★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    117 Old Loudon Rd, Latham, NY 12110
    View profile for Rocco R. Pizzollo, LCSW(518) 786-8012

  11. #11 Allied Wellness Collective

    Based in Schenectady, 20 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–4 PM
    Address
    146 Barrett St Ste 2, Schenectady, NY 12305
    View profile for Allied Wellness Collective(518) 952-9290

  12. #12 Mary Elizabeth York, LCSW-R

    Based in Queensbury, 19 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 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.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    8 Baywood Dr, Queensbury, NY 12804
    View profile for Mary Elizabeth York, LCSW-R(518) 636-3778

  14. #14 Amber L. Kline, LCSW

    Based in Albany, 29 mi away

    46/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 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.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    516 Washington Ave, Rensselaer, NY 12144
    View profile for Amber L. Kline, LCSW(518) 816-0256

  17. #17 Karner Psychological Associates

    Based in West Albany, 27 mi away

    43/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.3★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 3.3★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 9:30 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2280 Western Ave, Guilderland, NY 12084
    View profile for Karner Psychological Associates(518) 456-5056

Also serving Saratoga Springs

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 Saratoga Springs
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Ann Saffi Biasetti PhD; LCSWR; CIAYTIn Saratoga Springs
Barbara Freedman1.0★ (1)24 mi
Carol Williams LCSWIn Saratoga Springs
Dragonfly Haven ADK LCSW PLLC5.0★ (1)17 mi
Duncan Pamela S5.0★ (2)25 mi
Elliot Sue A5.0★ (1)In Saratoga Springs
Emily Welsh, LCSW-R5.0★ (1)17 mi
Hamdi Judith & Mark2.0★ (1)17 mi
Jill Wolski3.0★ (2)29 mi
John Valentis, Ph. D.5.0★ (2)28 mi
Krohmal Larry5.0★ (2)30 mi
Mark R. Elliott, LCSW5.0★ (1)In Saratoga Springs
MindSpark Connections in Wellness, LCSWIn Saratoga Springs
New Heights LCSW PLLCIn Saratoga Springs
Patricia B. Keating, LCSWIn Saratoga Springs
Patricia Swander Farrell, LCSW-RIn Saratoga Springs
Rubenstein HarrietIn Saratoga Springs
Sarah Lockhart-Palladino, LCSW, PCIn Saratoga Springs
Saratoga Center For Social TherapyIn Saratoga Springs
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How we ranked Saratoga Springs clinical social workers

We scored 19 Saratoga Springs 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 Saratoga 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 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 Saratoga Springs: frequently asked questions

Who is the best clinical social worker in Saratoga Springs?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked clinical social worker in Saratoga Springs, NY is Klara "Nat" Granger LCSW PLLC with an RP Score of 63/100. It has 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews. Bressler-Wakesberg Center For Counseling : Martin Wakesberg and Ellen Bressler Wakesberg (#2) and Laura D. Bykofsky, LCSW-R, ACSW, SAP (#3) follow. We ranked 19 clinical social workers on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many clinical social workers are there in Saratoga Springs?

RankedPsychologists ranks 19 clinical social workers serving Saratoga Springs, NY. 4 of them are based in Saratoga Springs; the rest serve it from nearby towns. 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 Saratoga Springs work on weekends?

2 of 19 ranked clinical social workers post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Adirondack Counseling Services PLLC Traci Phillips LCSW-R (#8) and Allied Wellness Collective (#11). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Saratoga Springs clinical social workers have?

The median Google rating among 19 rated clinical social workers in Saratoga Springs is 4.0★, with a median of 6 reviews. Center for Disability Services has the most, 70 reviews, and ranks #15. 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 Saratoga Springs count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Saratoga Springs 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 Saratoga 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 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 Saratoga Springs

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 19 clinical social workers serving Saratoga Springs.

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