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Best Psychiatrists in Bethel Park, PA (2026)

127 psychiatrists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Bethel Park: Counseling & Wellness Center of Pittsburgh, RP Score 73/100; 4.7★ from 169 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 49

    Most-reviewed: Counseling & Wellness Center of Pittsburgh, 304 Google reviews at 4.3★, the most of 127 ranked; ranked #49.

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

127 Bethel Park psychiatrists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 29 open Saturdays and 16 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.2★ across 127 rated practices.

Top 10 psychiatrists in Bethel 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.

Top 10 psychiatrists in Bethel Park at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Counseling & Wellness Center of Pittsburgh734.7★ (169)Monroeville, 15 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Dr. Alan A. Axelson, MD733.7★ (3)Pittsburgh, 2 mi away——
3Dr. Lisa A. Pan, MD725.0★ (4)Pittsburgh, 4 mi away——
4Dr. Madhavan Thuppal, MD722.5★ (8)Pittsburgh, 1 mi away——
5Mannheimer Jack MD723.7★ (18)West Mifflin, 5 mi away——
6Fine Tune Psychiatry725.0★ (11)Pittsburgh, 3 mi awaySat · Evenings—
7Julie Palmer, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner715.0★ (32)Bethel Park——
8Stepping Stones Psychiatric Care714.2★ (152)Bethel Park——
9Radfar Soraya Z MD702.5★ (29)Pittsburgh, 4 mi away——
10Annah Murage, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner705.0★ (51)Upper Saint Clair, 5 mi away——

The 127 best psychiatrists in Bethel 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.

  2. #2 Dr. Alan A. Axelson, MD

    Based in Pittsburgh, 2 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    180 Fort Couch Rd #304, Pittsburgh, PA 15241
    View profile for Dr. Alan A. Axelson, MD(412) 831-0355

  3. #3 Dr. Lisa A. Pan, MD

    Based in Pittsburgh, 4 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychiatrist”, 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
    750 Washington Rd Apt 19, Pittsburgh, PA 15228
    View profile for Dr. Lisa A. Pan, MD(412) 545-5445

  4. #4 Dr. Madhavan Thuppal, MD

    Based in Pittsburgh, 1 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 2.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    110 Fort Couch Rd #6, Pittsburgh, PA 15241
    View profile for Dr. Madhavan Thuppal, MD(412) 831-1223

  5. #5 Mannheimer Jack MD

    Based in West Mifflin, 5 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.7★ from 18 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 18 Google reviews
    Address
    500 N Lewis Run Rd #129, West Mifflin, PA 15122
    View profile for Mannheimer Jack MD(412) 469-8220

  6. #6 Fine Tune Psychiatry

    Based in Pittsburgh, 3 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2600 Old Washington Rd Ste 150B, Pittsburgh, PA 15241
    View profile for Fine Tune Psychiatry(878) 235-7880

  9. #9 Radfar Soraya Z MD

    Based in Pittsburgh, 4 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 2.5★ from 29 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.5★ from 29 Google reviews
    Address
    20 Cedar Blvd #203, Pittsburgh, PA 15228
    View profile for Radfar Soraya Z MD(412) 341-5991

  13. #13 Forrest Psychiatry

    Based in Pittsburgh, 11 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    1102 S Braddock Ave #2, Pittsburgh, PA 15218
    View profile for Forrest Psychiatry(412) 404-3081

  15. #15 The Via Center, PC

    Based in Bethel Park

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.1★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3055 Washington Rd #101, McMurray, PA 15317
    View profile for The Via Center, PC(724) 260-0550

  16. #16 Mikhail Mona MD

    Based in Washington, 12 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 2.8★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.8★ from 10 Google reviews
    Address
    1385 Washington Rd #102, Washington, PA 15301
    View profile for Mikhail Mona MD(724) 222-2010

  17. #17 Shields John DO

    Based in Pittsburgh, 14 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.5★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.5★ from 11 Google reviews
    Address
    1376 Freeport Rd #3B, Pittsburgh, PA 15238
    View profile for Shields John DO(412) 963-7699

  18. #18 The Nexus Group

    Based in Pittsburgh, 9 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.2★ from 243 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 243 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5725 Forward Ave Suite 401, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
    View profile for The Nexus Group(412) 435-4747

  21. #21 The Nexus Group

    Based in Pittsburgh, 10 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.4★ from 78 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 78 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    100 Hightower Blvd Ste 200, Pittsburgh, PA 15205
    View profile for The Nexus Group(412) 419-3322

  22. #22 Dr. Xixi Wong, MD

    Based in Pittsburgh, 4 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 1.2★ from 36 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.2★ from 36 Google reviews
    Address
    20 Cedar Blvd #410, Pittsburgh, PA 15228
    View profile for Dr. Xixi Wong, MD

  23. #23 Dr. Oscar Urrea, MD

    Based in Washington, 16 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 2.3★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    640 Jefferson Ave, Washington, PA 15301
    View profile for Dr. Oscar Urrea, MD(724) 222-6603

  25. #25 Volk Psychiatry

    Based in Bethel Park

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews
    Address
    610 Old Clairton Rd, Pleasant Hills, PA 15236
    View profile for Volk Psychiatry(412) 693-6910

Psychiatrists 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 127 ranked psychiatrists here; the rest are on their profiles.

psychiatrists in Bethel Park, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Sweetwater Behavioral Health and Wellness653.3★ (14)20 mi
27Summit Psychological Services643.1★ (87)14 mi
28LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Bridgeville644.6★ (137)In Bethel Park
29Stepping Stones Psychiatric Care644.1★ (13)15 mi
30Ripple Behavioral Health Associates645.0★ (4)7 mi
31Better Stories Psychiatry643.4★ (47)11 mi
32Pittsburgh Psychiatry. Emil Ivanov, MD, Isabella Soreca, MD, Alexandre Dombrovski, MD634.3★ (16)14 mi
33Olivia Dehus, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner635.0★ (11)15 mi
34P K Mullick & Associates634.0★ (6)11 mi
35Clinical Psychiatry Associates631.0★ (4)1 mi
36Barwell Michelle MD635.0★ (3)25 mi
37Wade Wolowiec635.0★ (3)25 mi
38Orr Randall S MD635.0★ (4)26 mi
39Counseling & Wellness Center of Pittsburgh634.7★ (110)7 mi
40Dr. Robert A. Lowenstein, MD633.0★ (7)11 mi
41Dr. Peter Murray633.0★ (8)24 mi
42Rittenhouse Psychiatric Associates624.3★ (6)3 mi
43Dr. Rajinder S. Sandhu, MD622.5★ (8)24 mi
44Dr. Navdeep S. Purewal, MD623.5★ (11)26 mi
45Vijayalakshmi Ragoor623.4★ (16)26 mi
46CAPS624.1★ (18)18 mi
47Dr. Jasbir S. Kang, MD623.0★ (6)15 mi
48Bryan Lockmer, DO622.8★ (5)15 mi
49Counseling & Wellness Center of Pittsburgh614.3★ (304)9 mi
50South Hills Recovery Project614.8★ (199)5 mi

Also serving Bethel Park

20 more psychiatrists within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked psychiatrists serving Bethel Park
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Christian Counseling Associates of Western Pennsylvania5.0★ (2)5 mi
Christopher Bedford, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner5.0★ (2)15 mi
Diven Judith H MD5.0★ (1)4 mi
Dr. Harlan B. Handler, MD5.0★ (1)4 mi
Dr. Janice L. Forster, MD5.0★ (1)4 mi
Dr. Mary N. Boren, MD3.0★ (2)33 mi
Dr. Robert A. Lowenstein, MD1.0★ (2)17 mi
Dr. Ronald Glick3.0★ (2)10 mi
Elena Bond, DNP, CRNP, PMHNP-BC3.0★ (2)5 mi
Foster Hutchinson, PsychologistIn Bethel Park
Full Spectrum Psychiatry5.0★ (2)13 mi
Gina Niewodowski, CounselorIn Bethel Park
Ira S. Handler, MD3.5★ (2)38 mi
Jennifer L. Wildpret, DO3.0★ (2)38 mi
Jennifer Shuss, Counselor5.0★ (1)4 mi
Judd Barry L MD3.5★ (2)10 mi
PBS Mental Health Associates, P.C.5.0★ (2)15 mi
Pittsburgh East Psychiatric Services5.0★ (2)25 mi
South Hills Integrated Psychiatric Services, P.C.In Bethel Park
Suzanne R Lucot MD5.0★ (2)26 mi

How we ranked Bethel Park psychiatrists

We scored 127 Bethel Park psychiatrists 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 Bethel Park 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 psychiatrist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure psychiatry is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Ask whether the practice offers therapy as well as medication management, or medication visits only.
  4. Check whether you need a referral from your family doctor; in Canada a referral is usually required for publicly covered psychiatric care.
  5. 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.
  6. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  7. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask a psychiatrist

  • 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 psychiatry?
  • Do you offer therapy sessions, or medication management only?
  • How soon is the first appointment, and how long are follow-up visits?
  • 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.

Psychiatrists in Bethel Park: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychiatrist in Bethel Park?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychiatrist in Bethel Park, PA is Counseling & Wellness Center of Pittsburgh with an RP Score of 73/100. It has 4.7★ from 169 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Dr. Alan A. Axelson, MD (#2) and Dr. Lisa A. Pan, MD (#3) follow. We ranked 127 psychiatrists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychiatrists are there in Bethel Park?

RankedPsychologists ranks 127 psychiatrists serving Bethel Park, PA. 5 of them are based in Bethel Park; 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 psychiatrists in Bethel Park work on weekends?

29 of 127 ranked psychiatrists post Saturday hours and 16 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Counseling & Wellness Center of Pittsburgh (#1), Fine Tune Psychiatry (#6) and Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Pittsburgh (#19). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Bethel Park psychiatrists have?

The median Google rating among 127 rated psychiatrists in Bethel Park is 4.2★, with a median of 16 reviews. Counseling & Wellness Center of Pittsburgh has the most, 304 reviews, and ranks #49. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank psychiatrists?

Each psychiatrist 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 psychiatrists outside Bethel Park count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Bethel Park city center, our service radius for psychiatrists. 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 psychiatrists 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 psychiatrists in Bethel 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 psychiatry and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MD or DO) who completed a residency in psychiatry and can prescribe medication. A psychologist usually holds a doctorate in psychology (PhD or PsyD), provides therapy and psychological testing, and in most places does not prescribe. Many people see both: a psychiatrist for medication and a psychologist or therapist for talk therapy.

Can I see a psychiatrist 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 Bethel Park

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 127 psychiatrists serving Bethel Park.

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