70/100RP Score
Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Best Clinical Social Workers in Takoma Park, MD (2026)
241 clinical social workers ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Takoma Park: Ellen Livington, LCSW-C, LICSW, RP Score 70/100; 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.
- 32
Most-reviewed: Children First Pediatrics, 272 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 241 ranked; ranked #32.
Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
241 Takoma Park clinical social workers are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 64 open Saturdays and 28 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 241 rated practices.
Top 10 clinical social workers in Takoma Park 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 | Ellen Livington, LCSW-C, LICSW | 70 | 3.7★ (3) | Greenbelt, 7 mi away | — | Overall |
| 2 | Cheryl Wietz, LCSW | 68 | 3.0★ (4) | Falls Church, 11 mi away | — | — |
| 3 | Gail Guttman LCSW | 68 | 5.0★ (3) | North Bethesda, 8 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Causley Therapy, LLC | 66 | 4.6★ (9) | Fairfax, 19 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Mitchell J. Margolis, LCSWC | 66 | 4.0★ (12) | Gaithersburg, 15 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Michael Garber, LICSW | 66 | 4.0★ (4) | Washington, D.C., 5 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Scuka, Robert | 65 | 3.2★ (14) | Aspen Hill, 6 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 8 | Jason M Goldberg LCSW-C LLC | 65 | 4.2★ (10) | Bethesda, 5 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 9 | Moving Forward, PLC — Dr. Michele Cole, PhD, LCSW | 64 | 4.8★ (24) | Alexandria, 12 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 10 | Solid Ground Psychotherapy PLLC | 63 | 5.0★ (116) | Arlington, 8 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
The 241 best clinical social workers in Takoma Park, 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 Falls Church, 11 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #2 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.
Based in North Bethesda, 8 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Fairfax, 19 mi away
66/100RP ScoreRanked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Gaithersburg, 15 mi away
66/100RP ScoreRanked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 4.0★ from 12 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Washington, D.C., 5 mi away
66/100RP ScoreRanked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Aspen Hill, 6 mi away
65/100RP ScoreRanked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 3.2★ from 14 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Bethesda, 5 mi away
65/100RP ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Alexandria, 12 mi away
64/100RP ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Arlington, 8 mi away
63/100RP ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 116 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Washington, D.C., 4 mi away
62/100RP ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews, 4 mi from Takoma Park.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Vienna, 14 mi away
62/100RP ScoreRanked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 2.5★ from 15 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Rockville, 7 mi away
62/100RP ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Largo, 10 mi away
61/100RP ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Silver Spring, 2 mi away
61/100RP ScoreRanked #15 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.
Based in Silver Spring, 2 mi away
61/100RP ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.7★ from 46 Google reviews, 2 mi from Takoma Park.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Rockville, 12 mi away
61/100RP ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Mays Chapel, 17 mi away
60/100RP ScoreRanked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Washington, D.C., 5 mi away
60/100RP ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.5★ from 13 Google reviews, 5 mi from Takoma Park.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Manassas, 30 mi away
60/100RP ScoreRanked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Washington, D.C., 6 mi away
60/100RP ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.4★ from 189 Google reviews, 6 mi from Takoma Park.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Washington, D.C., 5 mi away
59/100RP ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews, 5 mi from Takoma Park.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Lanham, 10 mi away
59/100RP ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 1.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Silver Spring, 1 mi away
59/100RP ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.9★ from 23 Google reviews, 1 mi from Takoma Park.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Hyattsville, 3 mi away
59/100RP ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 269 Google reviews, 3 mi from Takoma Park.
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 241 ranked clinical social workers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Takoma Park
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Alexandria Place Therapy, LLC | 3.0★ (2) | 12 mi |
| Anne Kim, LCSW-C | 3.5★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Beth Charbonneau, LCSW-C | 5.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| CAFY Counseling and Family Center | 3.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| Elana Benatar, LCSW-C | In Takoma Park | |
| Erica N. Reed, LCSW-C | 3.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| Esti Schonbrun LCSW-C I MindEmbodied | 5.0★ (2) | 8 mi |
| Evans David S | 5.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| FAJExams | 5.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| Irene Ilachinski, LCSW/Open Bridges Counseling | 5.0★ (2) | 17 mi |
| James "Jay" Hardin, LCSW-C | In Takoma Park | |
| Kelley Donovan, LCSW | 5.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| Malya Druskin, LCSW-C | 5.0★ (2) | 8 mi |
| Mandel Emanuel | 2.0★ (2) | 2 mi |
| Mary Huber, LCSW-C | In Takoma Park | |
| Miles Goldstein | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Mrs. Jade Osbourne, Counselor | 5.0★ (2) | 5 mi |
| Ms. Kimberly Wells | 1.0★ (2) | 12 mi |
| Safe Harbor Christian Counseling | 3.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Sebastien Saint-Pierre, Counselor | 4.5★ (2) | 9 mi |
How we ranked Takoma Park clinical social workers
We scored 241 Takoma Park 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 Takoma Park 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 Takoma Park: frequently asked questions
Who is the best clinical social worker in Takoma Park?
By RP Score, the highest-ranked clinical social worker in Takoma Park, MD is Ellen Livington, LCSW-C, LICSW with an RP Score of 70/100. It has 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews. Cheryl Wietz, LCSW (#2) and Gail Guttman LCSW (#3) follow. We ranked 241 clinical social workers on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many clinical social workers are there in Takoma Park?
RankedPsychologists ranks 241 clinical social workers serving Takoma Park, MD. 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 Takoma Park work on weekends?
64 of 241 ranked clinical social workers post Saturday hours and 28 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Gail Guttman LCSW (#3), Causley Therapy, LLC (#4) and Mitchell J. Margolis, LCSWC (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.
What Google rating do Takoma Park clinical social workers have?
The median Google rating among 241 rated clinical social workers in Takoma Park is 4.6★, with a median of 7 reviews. Children First Pediatrics has the most, 272 reviews, and ranks #32. 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 Takoma Park count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Takoma Park 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 Takoma Park 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 Takoma Park
- November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 241 clinical social workers serving Takoma Park.
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