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Best Psychiatrists in Louisville, KY (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Louisville: Leena Gundumalla, MD, RP Score 75/100; 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews.

  2. 42

    Most-reviewed: Kentucky Counseling Center, 661 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 93 ranked; ranked #42.

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

93 Louisville psychiatrists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 5 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 93 rated practices.

Top 10 psychiatrists in Louisville 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 Louisville at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inBest for
1Leena Gundumalla, MD754.4★ (14)LouisvilleOverall
2Ren Scheuerman754.6★ (11)Louisville—
3Joshua Moore, M.D.755.0★ (5)Louisville—
4Francke Charles F MD755.0★ (5)Louisville—
5Lindsay R Norton, MD754.3★ (6)Louisville—
6Shelton Elizabeth B MD754.2★ (6)Louisville—
7Dr. Kevin G. Bays, MD753.8★ (9)Louisville—
8Michael Light743.7★ (6)Louisville—
9N A Siddiqui & Associates743.5★ (11)Louisville—
10Farrah Thornsberry743.7★ (3)Louisville—

The 93 best psychiatrists in Louisville, 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 Louisville

    Based in Louisville

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews
    Address
    401 E Chestnut St Ste 610, Louisville, KY 40202
  2. Based in Louisville

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews
    Address
    4010 Dupont Cir #419, Louisville, KY 40207
  3. Based in Louisville

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 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
    401 E Chestnut St Ste 610, Louisville, KY 40202
  4. Based in Louisville

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 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
    8135 New La Grange Rd, Louisville, KY 40222
  5. Based in Louisville

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    1951 Bishop Ln #300, Louisville, KY 40218
  6. Based in Louisville

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.2★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    3515 Grandview Ave, Louisville, KY 40207
  7. Based in Louisville

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.8★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.8★ from 9 Google reviews
    Address
    3430 Newburg Rd, Louisville, KY 40218
  8. Based in Louisville

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 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
    801 Barret Ave, Louisville, KY 402041732
  9. Based in Louisville

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 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
    2815 Taylorsville Rd Ste 102, Louisville, KY 40205
  10. Based in Louisville

    72/100RP Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 PM–12 AM · Tue–Sat 12 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    9720 Park Plaza Ave Unit 103, Louisville, KY 40241
  11. 72/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.9★ from 49 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 49 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    100 Executive Park Suite 103, Louisville, KY 40207
  12. Based in Jeffersonville, 6 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    2700 Vissing Park Rd, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
  13. 71/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.7★ from 49 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 49 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    100 Executive Park Suite 103, Louisville, KY 40207
  14. 71/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.8★ from 33 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 33 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    100 Executive Park #103, Louisville, KY 40207
  15. Based in Louisville

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.7★ from 41 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 41 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    401 E Chestnut St Ste 610, Louisville, KY 40202
  16. Based in Louisville

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    401 E Chestnut St Ste 610, Louisville, KY 40202
  17. Based in Louisville

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 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 8:30 AM–5 PM · Tue–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9720 Park Plaza Ave Unit 103, Louisville, KY 40241
  18. Based in Louisville

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.9★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    401 E Chestnut St Ste 610, Louisville, KY 40202

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 93 ranked psychiatrists here; the rest are on their profiles.

psychiatrists in Louisville, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Bluegrass Advanced Mental Health704.8★ (16)In Louisville
27Bingham Clinic693.9★ (18)In Louisville
28Schrodt & Hall Psychiatry: Hall Stephanie MD694.0★ (11)In Louisville
29Dr. Michael R. Harris, MD694.0★ (6)In Louisville
30Booker Varanise MD693.9★ (62)In Louisville
31Dr. Charles B. Bensenhaver III, MD693.6★ (7)In Louisville
32Schrodt Christopher MD684.3★ (4)In Louisville
33Norton Women's Mental Health Services - St. Matthews683.3★ (7)In Louisville
34Sullivan Psychiatric Group683.3★ (28)In Louisville
35Norton Children's Development Center - Novak Center683.0★ (24)In Louisville
36Louisville Behavioral Health Systems, PLLC683.4★ (86)In Louisville
37Yelena Vanina, MD684.4★ (23)5 mi
38GetWell Psychiatry - Jeffersonville675.0★ (5)4 mi
39Steven R Shelton MD673.0★ (3)2 mi
40Asad Ismail, M.D.674.0★ (4)4 mi
41UofL Physicians – Psychiatry & Depression Center664.9★ (338)In Louisville
42Kentucky Counseling Center664.6★ (661)In Louisville
43LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Louisville664.7★ (449)In Louisville
44LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Louisville654.6★ (572)In Louisville
45Dr. Therese M. Keeling, MD655.0★ (3)8 mi
46UofL Physicians-Psychiatry652.4★ (48)In Louisville
47Light Psychiatric Services653.0★ (6)In Louisville
48Julie Cook, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner655.0★ (12)12 mi
49Alliance Associates of Psychiatry653.0★ (46)4 mi
50Dr. Carol Hammerbeck, M.D.653.6★ (16)6 mi

Also serving Louisville

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 Louisville
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Acute Child Psychiatric Services1.0★ (2)In Louisville
Carly C Wood, PsyD5.0★ (1)In Louisville
Dr. Frank Deland5.0★ (1)In Louisville
Dr. Miren D. Asumendi, MD5.0★ (1)In Louisville
Dr. Monica Halappanavar4.0★ (2)In Louisville
Dr. Paul E. Merenbloom, MD5.0★ (1)In Louisville
Dr. Ruchita Agrawal5.0★ (1)In Louisville
Dr. Sarah Johnson5.0★ (1)In Louisville
Dr. Stephanie Hall5.0★ (1)In Louisville
Frederick J Stocker, Jr., MD5.0★ (1)In Louisville
Jonathan Hernandez, Counselor5.0★ (1)In Louisville
Kentucky Wellness Center5.0★ (1)In Louisville
Meridian Behavioral Health3.9★ (148)In Louisville
Modern Psychiatry - Kentucky1.0★ (1)In Louisville
Psychiatric Services5.0★ (1)In Louisville
Rachel Kolodziej, Counselor5.0★ (2)In Louisville
Schrodt Jr G Randolph MD5.0★ (1)In Louisville
University Psychiatric Services: Shah Jignesh P MD5.0★ (1)In Louisville
Weinstein Gary S MD5.0★ (1)In Louisville
Your Psychological Needs, Inc.5.0★ (1)In Louisville

How we ranked Louisville psychiatrists

We scored 93 Louisville 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 Louisville 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 Louisville: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychiatrist in Louisville?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychiatrist in Louisville, KY is Leena Gundumalla, MD with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews. Ren Scheuerman (#2) and Joshua Moore, M.D. (#3) follow. We ranked 93 psychiatrists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychiatrists are there in Louisville?

RankedPsychologists ranks 93 psychiatrists serving Louisville, KY. 41 of them are based in Louisville; 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 Louisville work on weekends?

5 of 93 ranked psychiatrists post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is Alphonso Nichols, M.D. (#11). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Louisville psychiatrists have?

The median Google rating among 93 rated psychiatrists in Louisville is 4.5★, with a median of 12 reviews. Kentucky Counseling Center has the most, 661 reviews, and ranks #42. 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 Louisville count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 93 psychiatrists serving Louisville.