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Best Psychiatrists in Kettering, OH (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Kettering: Beacon of Hope, RP Score 75/100; 5.0★ from 131 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 12 PM.

  2. 9

    Most-reviewed: Emad Alshami, MD, 93 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 149 ranked after Beacon of Hope; ranked #9.

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

149 Kettering psychiatrists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 8 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 149 rated practices.

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

Top 10 psychiatrists in Kettering 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 Kettering at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Beacon of Hope755.0★ (131)Dayton, 3 mi awaySatOverall
2Molly Hall754.0★ (12)Kettering——
3Gary Balster MD744.7★ (13)Dayton, 3 mi away——
4Dueno Otto R MD733.7★ (12)Dayton, 3 mi away——
5Kirk Chung, MD732.3★ (13)Kettering——
6Kettering Behavioral Professional Group723.0★ (4)Dayton, 3 mi away——
7Dr. Charles L. Walters, MD723.9★ (7)Dayton, 5 mi away——
8Dr. Mark MacNealy725.0★ (3)Dayton, 5 mi away——
9Emad Alshami, MD724.7★ (93)Middletown, 15 mi away—Most reviews
10Steven Taylor, MD724.5★ (8)Beavercreek, 7 mi away——

The 149 best psychiatrists in Kettering, 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 Kettering

    #1 Beacon of Hope

    Based in Dayton, 3 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 131 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 131 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2555 S Dixie Dr STE 201, Dayton, OH 45409
    View profile for Beacon of Hope(513) 516-9293

  2. #2 Molly Hall

    Based in Kettering

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.0★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Address
    500 Lincoln Park Blvd Ste 214, Kettering, OH 45429
    View profile for Molly Hall(937) 545-2893

  3. #3 Gary Balster MD

    Based in Dayton, 3 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews
    Address
    2218 S Patterson Blvd, Dayton, OH 45409
    View profile for Gary Balster MD(937) 299-1918

  4. #4 Dueno Otto R MD

    Based in Dayton, 3 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.7★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    Address
    2621 Dryden Rd Ste 100, Moraine, OH 45439
    View profile for Dueno Otto R MD(937) 281-0900

  5. #5 Kirk Chung, MD

    Based in Kettering

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychiatrist”, 2.3★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 13 Google reviews
    Address
    3533 Southern Blvd Ste 3150, Kettering, OH 45429
    View profile for Kirk Chung, MD(937) 490-2090

  8. #8 Dr. Mark MacNealy

    Based in Dayton, 5 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 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
    40 N Main St Ste 1540, Dayton, OH 45423
    View profile for Dr. Mark MacNealy(937) 809-9091

  9. #9 Emad Alshami, MD

    Based in Middletown, 15 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.7★ from 93 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 93 Google reviews
    Address
    1060 Summit Dr B, Middletown, OH 45042
    View profile for Emad Alshami, MD(513) 423-4546

  10. #10 Steven Taylor, MD

    Based in Beavercreek, 7 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    2141 N Fairfield Rd b, Beavercreek, OH 45431
    View profile for Steven Taylor, MD(937) 490-2090

  11. #11 Dr. Shirlann Knight

    Based in Dayton, 5 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 1.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    1316 Woodman Dr, Dayton, OH 45432
    View profile for Dr. Shirlann Knight(937) 223-1781

  12. #12 Fresh Path Health Solutions Dayton - Psychiatrist & Mental Health Therapy

    Based in Dayton, 5 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    8534 Yankee St #2d, Dayton, OH 45458
    View profile for Fresh Path Health Solutions Dayton - Psychiatrist & Mental Health Therapy(937) 219-0777

  13. #13 Lejeana Miller, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Centerville, 3 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 33 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
    6601 Centerville Business Pkwy Suite 310, Centerville, OH 45459
    View profile for Lejeana Miller, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(937) 637-6735

  15. #15 Dr. Esam Alkhawaga

    Based in Xenia, 12 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    452 W Market St, Xenia, OH 45385
    View profile for Dr. Esam Alkhawaga(937) 376-8700

  16. #16 The Anxiety Center

    Based in Dayton, 1 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.5★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2331 Far Hills Ave, Dayton, OH 45419
    View profile for The Anxiety Center(937) 884-1087

  17. #17 Mike Hatesohl, Psychiatrist

    Based in Fairborn, 8 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 35 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
    2900 Presidential Dr Suite 100, Fairborn, OH 45324
    View profile for Mike Hatesohl, Psychiatrist(937) 912-3325

  19. #19 Jacqueline Countryman, Psychiatrist

    Based in Fairborn, 8 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 17 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
    2900 Presidential Dr Suite 100, Fairborn, OH 45324
    View profile for Jacqueline Countryman, Psychiatrist(937) 912-3325

  20. #20 Leslie Pulver, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Fairborn, 8 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 14 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
    2900 Presidential Dr #100, Fairborn, OH 45324
    View profile for Leslie Pulver, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(937) 912-3325

  21. #21 Donna Moeller, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Fairborn, 8 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ 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
    2900 Presidential Dr #100, Fairborn, OH 45324
    View profile for Donna Moeller, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(216) 468-5000

  22. #22 Marsha Wilkey, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Dayton, 11 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.7★ from 23 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 23 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
    7250 Poe Ave Suites 210 & 220, Dayton, OH 45414
    View profile for Marsha Wilkey, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(937) 912-3305

  24. #24 Douglas Songer, MD

    Based in Beavercreek, 5 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.2★ from 41 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.2★ from 41 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 1:45 PM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 1:45 PM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 1:45 PM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4301 OH-725 B, Bellbrook, OH 45305
    View profile for Douglas Songer, MD(937) 848-9858

  25. #25 Southwest Ohio Psychiatry

    Based in Dayton, 7 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 69 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 69 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–8:30 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–2 PM
    Address
    1370 N Fairfield Rd Ste D, Dayton, OH 45432
    View profile for Southwest Ohio Psychiatry(937) 912-5155

How we ranked Kettering psychiatrists

We scored 149 Kettering 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 Kettering 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 Kettering: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychiatrist in Kettering?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychiatrist in Kettering, OH is Beacon of Hope with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 5.0★ from 131 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 12 PM. Molly Hall (#2) and Gary Balster MD (#3) follow. We ranked 149 psychiatrists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychiatrists are there in Kettering?

RankedPsychologists ranks 149 psychiatrists serving Kettering, OH. 2 of them are based in Kettering; the rest serve it from nearby towns. 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 Kettering work on weekends?

8 of 149 ranked psychiatrists post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is Beacon of Hope (#1). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Kettering psychiatrists have?

The median Google rating among 149 rated psychiatrists in Kettering is 4.6★, with a median of 16 reviews. Beacon of Hope has the most, 131 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 Kettering count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Kettering 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 Kettering 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 Kettering

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 149 psychiatrists serving Kettering.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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