Ranked #1 in Pacifica
Based in San Jose, 36 mi away
64/100RP Score
Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Neuropsychologist”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Best Neuropsychologists in Pacifica, CA (2026)
18 neuropsychologists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Pacifica: Gerard Chambers Psy.D., Ph.D. Clinical Neuropsychologist, RP Score 64/100; 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 14
Most-reviewed: Brain Wellness Center, 57 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 18 ranked; ranked #14.
Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
18 Pacifica neuropsychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 5 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.2★ across 18 rated practices.
Top 10 neuropsychologists in Pacifica 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 | Gerard Chambers Psy.D., Ph.D. Clinical Neuropsychologist | 64 | 5.0★ (5) | San Jose, 36 mi away | Sat · Sun | Overall |
| 2 | Next Steps Neuropsychology | 63 | 1.8★ (5) | Oakland, 18 mi away | — | — |
| 3 | Brain Insights Psychological Solutions | 61 | 5.0★ (7) | Walnut Creek, 30 mi away | — | — |
| 4 | Dr. Chi Huang @ Education Neuropsychology Associates | 58 | 3.3★ (3) | Palo Alto, 21 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | Mindboost Neuropsychological Services | 58 | 5.0★ (6) | Los Altos, 26 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Abbey Neuropsychology Clinic | 57 | 4.9★ (18) | Palo Alto, 23 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 7 | San Francisco NeuroPsychology | 56 | 2.0★ (4) | San Francisco, 13 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Seesaw Psychology Group | 53 | 3.6★ (15) | San Francisco, 12 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 9 | Aspire Neuropsychological Services, Inc. | 53 | 4.2★ (19) | Walnut Creek, 32 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Practice San Francisco | 52 | 5.0★ (3) | San Francisco, 13 mi away | — | — |
The 18 best neuropsychologists in Pacifica, 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 Oakland, 18 mi away
63/100RP ScoreRanked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Neuropsychologist”, 1.8★ from 5 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Walnut Creek, 30 mi away
61/100RP ScoreRanked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Neuropsychologist”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Palo Alto, 21 mi away
58/100RP ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.3★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Los Altos, 26 mi away
58/100RP ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Palo Alto, 23 mi away
57/100RP ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in San Francisco, 13 mi away
56/100RP ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in San Francisco, 12 mi away
53/100RP ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.6★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Child psychologist”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Walnut Creek, 32 mi away
53/100RP ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.2★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in San Francisco, 13 mi away
52/100RP ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Petaluma, 45 mi away
51/100RP ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in San Francisco, 13 mi away
51/100RP ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Berkeley, 22 mi away
51/100RP ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 1.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in San Ramon, 31 mi away
50/100RP ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 57 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in San Jose, 39 mi away
50/100RP ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychoneurological specialized clinic”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Los Gatos, 38 mi away
47/100RP ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Danville, 34 mi away
46/100RP ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Petaluma, 44 mi away
41/100RP ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Also serving Pacifica
20 more neuropsychologists within 50 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Brain Health Partners Neuropsychology | 5.0★ (1) | 23 mi |
| Brain State Balance | In Pacifica | |
| Brain Waves Educational Psychology | 5.0★ (10) | In Pacifica |
| Child Assessment & Family | In Pacifica | |
| Diablo Valley Neuropsychology | 5.0★ (2) | 33 mi |
| Dr. Andrea Polk | In Pacifica | |
| Dr. Courtney Murphy | 5.0★ (1) | 17 mi |
| Dr. DiRago's Psychological & Neuropsychological Assessments | 5.0★ (2) | 25 mi |
| Dr. Laurie Goren, Clinical Psychologist & Psychotherapist | In Pacifica | |
| Jalovaara Rosemary A PHD | 5.0★ (1) | In Pacifica |
| Jeffrey J. Bruno, Ph.D. | In Pacifica | |
| K Wortman, PhD | 5.0★ (1) | 18 mi |
| Kevin M Campbell, Ph.D., Psychologist PSY17864 | In Pacifica | |
| Mark C. Purcell, PsyD | In Pacifica | |
| Optimal Minds Neuropsychology | 1.0★ (1) | 32 mi |
| Rachel Holowicki LEP | 5.0★ (13) | In Pacifica |
| Sara Rice Schiff, PhD | 5.0★ (1) | 30 mi |
| Way Psychological Services | 5.0★ (2) | 21 mi |
| Weiss Patti PhD | 5.0★ (2) | 12 mi |
| William McMullen PhD - neuropsychology, Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation | 5.0★ (1) | 12 mi |
How we ranked Pacifica neuropsychologists
We scored 18 Pacifica neuropsychologists 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 Pacifica 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 neuropsychologist
- Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
- Make sure neuropsychological evaluation is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
- Ask whether your insurance needs a referral or prior authorization for testing.
- Ask how long it takes to receive the written report and whether a feedback session is included.
- 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 neuropsychologist
- 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 neuropsychological evaluation?
- Do you hold board certification in clinical neuropsychology?
- 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.
Neuropsychologists in Pacifica: frequently asked questions
Who is the best neuropsychologist in Pacifica?
By RP Score, the highest-ranked neuropsychologist in Pacifica, CA is Gerard Chambers Psy.D., Ph.D. Clinical Neuropsychologist with an RP Score of 64/100. It has 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Next Steps Neuropsychology (#2) and Brain Insights Psychological Solutions (#3) follow. We ranked 18 neuropsychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many neuropsychologists are there in Pacifica?
RankedPsychologists ranks 18 neuropsychologists serving Pacifica, CA. Another 20 within 50 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 neuropsychologists in Pacifica work on weekends?
5 of 18 ranked neuropsychologists post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Gerard Chambers Psy.D., Ph.D. Clinical Neuropsychologist (#1), Muir Wood Teen Treatment: Lohrman Campus (#11) and Being, A Psychological Corporation (#13). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.
What Google rating do Pacifica neuropsychologists have?
The median Google rating among 18 rated neuropsychologists in Pacifica is 4.2★, with a median of 5 reviews. Brain Wellness Center has the most, 57 reviews, and ranks #14. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does RankedPsychologists rank neuropsychologists?
Each neuropsychologist 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 neuropsychologists outside Pacifica count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Pacifica city center, our service radius for neuropsychologists. 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 neuropsychologists 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 neuropsychologists in Pacifica ranked?
Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on neuropsychological evaluation and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.
What is a neuropsychological evaluation?
A set of standardized tests of memory, attention, language, problem-solving and other thinking skills, together with interviews and a written report. It is often requested after a brain injury or stroke, when memory problems are a concern, or for complex learning and attention questions. It usually takes several hours and may be split over more than one visit.
Can I see a neuropsychologist 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 Pacifica
- November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 18 neuropsychologists serving Pacifica.
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