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Best Psychiatrists in Idaho Falls, ID (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Idaho Falls: Dr. Ronald M. Zohner, MD, RP Score 75/100; 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

  2. 8

    Most-reviewed: Ascend Mental Health Center, 114 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 12 ranked; ranked #8.

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

12 Idaho Falls psychiatrists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 1 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 12 rated practices.

Top 10 psychiatrists in Idaho Falls 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 Idaho Falls at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Dr. Ronald M. Zohner, MD755.0★ (3)Idaho Falls—Overall
2Craig Denny M.D. Psychiatry704.8★ (10)Idaho Falls——
3Matthew Larsen, DO694.3★ (6)Idaho Falls——
4Todd Bates, PMHNP664.8★ (15)Blackfoot, 25 mi away——
5Autumn Leaves Psychiatry654.7★ (57)Idaho Falls——
6Navigating Your Mind Therapy624.5★ (17)Ammon, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7High Tide Psychiatry613.4★ (12)Idaho Falls——
8Ascend Mental Health Center594.6★ (114)Idaho Falls—Most reviews
9Integrated Counseling and Wellness574.0★ (16)Idaho Falls——
10Pinnacle Health Systems563.7★ (6)Idaho Falls——

The 12 best psychiatrists in Idaho Falls, 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 Idaho Falls

    #1 Dr. Ronald M. Zohner, MD

    Based in Idaho Falls

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    1842 1st St, Idaho Falls, ID 83401
    View profile for Dr. Ronald M. Zohner, MD(208) 552-5707

  2. #2 Craig Denny M.D. Psychiatry

    Based in Idaho Falls

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.8★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2065 E 17th St # B, Idaho Falls, ID 83404
    View profile for Craig Denny M.D. Psychiatry(208) 520-6053

  3. #3 Matthew Larsen, DO

    Based in Idaho Falls

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–12 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2001 S Woodruff Ave Suite 9 Suite #9, Idaho Falls, ID 83404
    View profile for Matthew Larsen, DO(208) 419-3002

  4. #4 Todd Bates, PMHNP

    Based in Blackfoot, 25 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.8★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 15 Google reviews
    Address
    98 Poplar St, Blackfoot, ID 83221
    View profile for Todd Bates, PMHNP(208) 782-2991

  5. #5 Autumn Leaves Psychiatry

    Based in Idaho Falls

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 57 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 57 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3670 S 25th E, Idaho Falls, ID 83404
    View profile for Autumn Leaves Psychiatry(208) 821-0357

  7. #7 High Tide Psychiatry

    Based in Idaho Falls

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.4★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 3.4★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1500 Pancheri Dr Ste 4, Idaho Falls, ID 83402
    View profile for High Tide Psychiatry(208) 579-6087

  8. #8 Ascend Mental Health Center

    Based in Idaho Falls

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 114 Google reviews, based in Idaho Falls.

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

    • 4.6★ from 114 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–12 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2001 S Woodruff Ave Suite 9 Suite, Idaho Falls, ID 83404
    View profile for Ascend Mental Health Center(208) 419-3002

  10. #10 Pinnacle Health Systems

    Based in Idaho Falls

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews, based in Idaho Falls.

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

    • 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    101 Park Ave Ste 206, Idaho Falls, ID 83402
    View profile for Pinnacle Health Systems(208) 552-0920

  12. #12 Centerpoint Counseling

    Based in Rexburg, 28 mi away

    47/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.2★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.2★ from 37 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    393 E 2nd N, Rexburg, ID 83440
    View profile for Centerpoint Counseling(208) 359-4840

Also serving Idaho Falls

13 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 Idaho Falls
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Bridges of Hope Psychiatry5.0★ (1)25 mi
Dr. Kyle Greer1.0★ (1)In Idaho Falls
Dr. Philip W. Girling, MD4.0★ (2)In Idaho Falls
Dr. Ronald Zohner5.0★ (1)In Idaho Falls
Gem State Psychiatry and Mental HealthIn Idaho Falls
HEADWATERS PSYCHIATRIC SOLUTIONS27 mi
Integrated Counseling and WellnessIn Idaho Falls
James Morris, MD28 mi
Jennifer Maire, PMHNP-BC5.0★ (1)3 mi
Jim McCoy, MD28 mi
Mary Beth Ostrom, MD5.0★ (1)In Idaho Falls
Neuro Psychiatric ServicesIn Idaho Falls
Restoration Mental HealthIn Idaho Falls

How we ranked Idaho Falls psychiatrists

We scored 12 Idaho Falls 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 Idaho Falls 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 Idaho Falls: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychiatrist in Idaho Falls?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychiatrist in Idaho Falls, ID is Dr. Ronald M. Zohner, MD with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews. Craig Denny M.D. Psychiatry (#2) and Matthew Larsen, DO (#3) follow. We ranked 12 psychiatrists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychiatrists are there in Idaho Falls?

RankedPsychologists ranks 12 psychiatrists serving Idaho Falls, ID. 8 of them are based in Idaho Falls; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 13 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 Idaho Falls work on weekends?

1 of 12 ranked psychiatrists post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is Navigating Your Mind Therapy (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Idaho Falls psychiatrists have?

The median Google rating among 12 rated psychiatrists in Idaho Falls is 4.5★, with a median of 16 reviews. Ascend Mental Health Center has the most, 114 reviews, and ranks #8. 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 Idaho Falls count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Idaho Falls 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 Idaho Falls 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 Idaho Falls

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 12 psychiatrists serving Idaho Falls.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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