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Best Psychiatrists in East Highland Park, VA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in East Highland Park: Mountain Psychiatry, RP Score 74/100; 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews.

  2. 24

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Midlothian, 333 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 112 ranked; ranked #24.

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

112 East Highland Park psychiatrists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 16 open Saturdays and 11 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.4★ across 112 rated practices.

Most of this list also appears on the Psychiatrists in Richmond ranking. See Psychiatrists in Richmond

Top 10 psychiatrists in East Highland 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 East Highland Park at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Mountain Psychiatry745.0★ (9)Richmond, 3 mi away—Overall
2Dr. Neil Sonenklar733.7★ (6)Richmond, 3 mi away——
3Muhammad Raza, MD723.7★ (3)Richmond, 3 mi away——
4Sridhar Yaratha, MD725.0★ (4)Richmond, 6 mi away——
5Dr. Elliott J. Spanier, MD714.7★ (10)Richmond, 8 mi away——
6Tharta King712.4★ (8)Richmond, 4 mi away——
7Dr. David W. Gould III, MD692.9★ (22)Richmond, 8 mi away——
8Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Richmond694.6★ (161)Richmond, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Coastal Psychiatry and Wellness, LLC695.0★ (59)Glen Allen, 8 mi away——
10Bruce R. Stevens, MD694.4★ (38)Richmond, 3 mi awayEvenings—

The 112 best psychiatrists in East Highland 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.

  1. Ranked #1 in East Highland Park

    #1 Mountain Psychiatry

    Based in Richmond, 3 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Address
    413 Stuart Cir S Ste 311, Richmond, VA 23220
    View profile for Mountain Psychiatry(804) 369-8201

  2. #2 Dr. Neil Sonenklar

    Based in Richmond, 3 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    515 N 10th St, Richmond, VA 23298
    View profile for Dr. Neil Sonenklar(804) 828-3129

  3. #3 Muhammad Raza, MD

    Based in Richmond, 3 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 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
    1308 Sherwood Ave, Richmond, VA 23220
    View profile for Muhammad Raza, MD(800) 762-6161

  4. #4 Sridhar Yaratha, MD

    Based in Richmond, 6 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “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
    5700 W Grace St #100, Richmond, VA 23226
    View profile for Sridhar Yaratha, MD(804) 592-1163

  6. #6 Tharta King

    Based in Richmond, 4 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 2.4★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.4★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    110 N Robinson St #201, Richmond, VA 23220
    View profile for Tharta King(804) 225-8000

  7. #7 Dr. David W. Gould III, MD

    Based in Richmond, 8 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 2.9★ from 22 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.9★ from 22 Google reviews
    Address
    1000 Boulders Pkwy Suite 202, North Chesterfield, VA 23225
    View profile for Dr. David W. Gould III, MD(804) 320-7881

  10. #10 Bruce R. Stevens, MD

    Based in Richmond, 3 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.4★ from 38 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10:30 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    1806 Summit Ave Ste 300, Richmond, VA 23230
    View profile for Bruce R. Stevens, MD(804) 362-2227

  13. #13 Dr. Mario H. Gomez, MD

    Based in Brandermill, 18 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.5★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 16 Google reviews
    Address
    5918 Harbour Park Dr, Midlothian, VA 23112
    View profile for Dr. Mario H. Gomez, MD(804) 639-0400

  16. #16 Foundation Medical Group

    Based in Bon Air, 12 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.1★ from 57 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 57 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    11600 Busy St #203, North Chesterfield, VA 23236
    View profile for Foundation Medical Group(804) 506-0526

  18. #18 Mavis Tah Sama, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Mechanicsville, 5 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.9★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9202 Center Oak Ct #0, Mechanicsville, VA 23116
    View profile for Mavis Tah Sama, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(804) 730-0432

  20. #20 Lois Walters-Threat, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Mechanicsville, 5 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9202 Center Oak Ct #0, Mechanicsville, VA 23116
    View profile for Lois Walters-Threat, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(804) 730-0432

  21. #21 Gray MD Psychiatry

    Based in Tuckahoe, 9 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    8545 Patterson Ave #206, Henrico, VA 23229
    View profile for Gray MD Psychiatry(804) 482-0464

  23. #23 Rashida N. Gray, MD

    Based in Richmond, 6 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5318 Patterson Ave, Richmond, VA 23226
    View profile for Rashida N. Gray, MD(804) 482-0464

  25. #25 Dr. Walter S. Jennings Jr, MD

    Based in Richmond, 8 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.3★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1000 Boulders Pkwy Suite 202, Richmond, VA 23225
    View profile for Dr. Walter S. Jennings Jr, MD(804) 320-7881

How we ranked East Highland Park psychiatrists

We scored 112 East Highland 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 East Highland 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 East Highland Park: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychiatrist in East Highland Park?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychiatrist in East Highland Park, VA is Mountain Psychiatry with an RP Score of 74/100. It has 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews. Dr. Neil Sonenklar (#2) and Muhammad Raza, MD (#3) follow. We ranked 112 psychiatrists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychiatrists are there in East Highland Park?

RankedPsychologists ranks 112 psychiatrists serving East Highland Park, VA. 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 East Highland Park work on weekends?

16 of 112 ranked psychiatrists post Saturday hours and 11 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Richmond (#8), Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Richmond (#11) and Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Richmond (#12). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do East Highland Park psychiatrists have?

The median Google rating among 112 rated psychiatrists in East Highland Park is 4.4★, with a median of 13 reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Midlothian has the most, 333 reviews, and ranks #24. 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 East Highland Park count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the East Highland 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 East Highland 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 East Highland Park

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 112 psychiatrists serving East Highland Park.
  2. November 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.

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