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Best Clinical Social Workers in Spring Lake, NC (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Spring Lake: Laura M. Barry, LCSW, RP Score 65/100; 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews; open evenings.

  2. 28

    Most-reviewed: CenterWell Home Health, 39 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 33 ranked; ranked #28.

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

33 Spring Lake clinical social workers are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 7 open Saturdays and 5 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.3★ across 33 rated practices.

Top 10 clinical social workers in Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Laura M. Barry, LCSW654.5★ (8)Fayetteville, 8 mi awayEveningsOverall
2Janice D. Leonard, LCSW625.0★ (8)Fayetteville, 8 mi away——
3Mrs. Michelle Farrar604.2★ (5)Fuquay-Varina, 31 mi away——
4Robin Woods, MSW, LCSW605.0★ (4)Fuquay-Varina, 31 mi away——
5Rachel Macko593.4★ (5)Fuquay-Varina, 32 mi away——
6Deborah K. Rich, LCSW, LPC, MAC574.5★ (4)Southern Pines, 24 mi away——
7Carolina Counseling Services - Fayetteville, NC573.1★ (14)Fayetteville, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Carolina Counseling Services - Fayetteville (West), NC Office573.6★ (7)Fayetteville, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Carolina Counseling Services - Cameron, NC572.8★ (5)Sanford, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Susanne Saunders, MSW, LCSW555.0★ (3)Sanford, 40 mi away——

The 33 best clinical social workers in Spring Lake, 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 Spring Lake

    #1 Laura M. Barry, LCSW

    Based in Fayetteville, 8 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 2 PM–9 PM · Tue–Thu 10 AM–9 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    2018 Fort Bragg Rd Ste 114, Fayetteville, NC 28303
    View profile for Laura M. Barry, LCSW(910) 485-0940

  2. #2 Janice D. Leonard, LCSW

    Based in Fayetteville, 8 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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.

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    807 Cape Fear Ave, Fayetteville, NC 28303
    View profile for Janice D. Leonard, LCSW(910) 323-5641

  3. #3 Mrs. Michelle Farrar

    Based in Fuquay-Varina, 31 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    602 E Academy St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
    View profile for Mrs. Michelle Farrar(919) 215-4147

  4. #4 Robin Woods, MSW, LCSW

    Based in Fuquay-Varina, 31 mi away

    60/100RP Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    602 E Academy St #203, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
    View profile for Robin Woods, MSW, LCSW(919) 673-2394

  5. #5 Rachel Macko

    Based in Fuquay-Varina, 32 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    1517 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 275268579
    View profile for Rachel Macko(919) 593-8919

  6. #6 Deborah K. Rich, LCSW, LPC, MAC

    Based in Southern Pines, 24 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 4.5★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    185 E New Hampshire Ave, Southern Pines, NC 28387
    View profile for Deborah K. Rich, LCSW, LPC, MAC(910) 692-9100

  12. #12 A New Leaf Therapeutic Services PLLC

    Based in Fayetteville, 9 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    920 Cambridge St, Fayetteville, NC 28303
    View profile for A New Leaf Therapeutic Services PLLC(910) 493-3555

  13. #13 Susan Couch, LCSW

    Based in Pinehurst, 25 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    430 Magnolia Square Ct, Aberdeen, NC 28315
    View profile for Susan Couch, LCSW(910) 260-7056

  14. #14 Laureen B. Thomas, LCSW

    Based in Sanford, 23 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    321 Court Square, Sanford, NC 27330
    View profile for Laureen B. Thomas, LCSW(919) 776-8831

  16. #16 CrossBeam Centers

    Based in Fayetteville, 9 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–4 PM · Fri 10 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2931 Breezewood Ave Ste 203, Fayetteville, NC 28303
    View profile for CrossBeam Centers(910) 491-6011

  18. #18 Hope-thru-Horses, Inc.

    Based in Hope Mills, 17 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1860 Armory Rd, Parkton, NC 28371
    View profile for Hope-thru-Horses, Inc.(910) 494-5888

  20. #20 Integrated Behavioral Healthcare Services, PA - Fayetteville

    Based in Fayetteville, 9 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 2.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2577 Ravenhill Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28303
    View profile for Integrated Behavioral Healthcare Services, PA - Fayetteville(910) 438-0947

  21. #21 Clinical Counseling and Consulting Services, PLLC Assessment and Treatment Center

    Based in Fayetteville, 10 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.6★ from 38 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 2.6★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1830 Owen Dr Ste 103, Fayetteville, NC 28304
    View profile for Clinical Counseling and Consulting Services, PLLC Assessment and Treatment Center(910) 748-0833

  23. #23 Peace of Mind, Inc.

    Based in Sanford, 18 mi away

    48/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.8★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 3.8★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    817 W Front St, Lillington, NC 27546
    View profile for Peace of Mind, Inc.(910) 814-2197

  25. #25 Janet A. Cheek, MSW

    Based in Sanford, 25 mi away

    46/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    138 S Steele St, Sanford, NC 27330
    View profile for Janet A. Cheek, MSW(919) 776-0303

All 33 clinical social workers

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #33, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

clinical social workers in Spring Lake, ranks 26 to 33
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Christa Martin LCSW PLLC463.0★ (4)39 mi
27Amanda Lee, LCSW465.0★ (5)34 mi
28CenterWell Home Health444.6★ (39)37 mi
29TRUE Mental Health & Wellness PLLC434.2★ (5)28 mi
30Reframe Counseling Services, PLLC434.3★ (18)35 mi
31Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist CareNet - Robeson Family Counseling Center414.7★ (3)37 mi
32Southeastern Behavior Healthcare405.0★ (5)36 mi
33Peak Professional Group, PLLC393.9★ (7)40 mi

Also serving Spring Lake

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 Spring Lake
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Alejandra Schraier, LCSW, LICSW5.0★ (2)34 mi
Antoinette Morris, LMHC7 mi
Ashley Lasher, LCSW5.0★ (1)40 mi
Carmel G Sweeney, LCSW, PLLC5.0★ (1)34 mi
Carolina Counseling Services - Pittsboro, NC1.0★ (1)40 mi
Carolina Counseling Services - Sanford, NC1.0★ (2)25 mi
Claire Almay1.0★ (1)9 mi
Donna Pyle Counseling5 mi
Elizabeth Summers, LCSW5.0★ (2)39 mi
Hope Britt, LCSW7 mi
Interpeace Counseling & Treatment5.0★ (1)7 mi
Jennifer H. Matthieu, LCSW,PLLC5.0★ (1)31 mi
Kelly Counseling Center, PLLC6 mi
Mindful Elevation Counseling and Wellness, PLLC5.0★ (2)35 mi
New View Behavioral Health Services5.0★ (2)9 mi
Pinnacle Family Services5.0★ (2)35 mi
Riverbend Services Inc.5.0★ (2)37 mi
Shakeeta Torres6 mi
Tera Duthie1.0★ (1)28 mi
Vonda Covington MBA, MSW, LCSWIn Spring Lake

How we ranked Spring Lake clinical social workers

We scored 33 Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake: frequently asked questions

Who is the best clinical social worker in Spring Lake?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked clinical social worker in Spring Lake, NC is Laura M. Barry, LCSW with an RP Score of 65/100. It has 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews. It is open evenings. Janice D. Leonard, LCSW (#2) and Mrs. Michelle Farrar (#3) follow. We ranked 33 clinical social workers on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many clinical social workers are there in Spring Lake?

RankedPsychologists ranks 33 clinical social workers serving Spring Lake, NC. 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 Spring Lake work on weekends?

7 of 33 ranked clinical social workers post Saturday hours and 5 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Carolina Counseling Services - Fayetteville, NC (#7), Carolina Counseling Services - Fayetteville (West), NC Office (#8) and Carolina Counseling Services - Cameron, NC (#9). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Spring Lake clinical social workers have?

The median Google rating among 33 rated clinical social workers in Spring Lake is 4.3★, with a median of 6 reviews. CenterWell Home Health has the most, 39 reviews, and ranks #28. 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 Spring Lake count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 33 clinical social workers serving Spring Lake.

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