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Best Psychiatrists in Marion, IL (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Marion: Dr. Naeem A. Qureshi, MD, RP Score 66/100; 3.3★ from 23 Google reviews.

  2. 4

    Most-reviewed: Alpharus Health, 123 Google reviews at 4.1★, the most of 10 ranked; ranked #4.

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

10 Marion psychiatrists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. The median Google rating is 3.7★ across 10 rated practices.

Top 10 psychiatrists in Marion 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 Marion at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inBest for
1Dr. Naeem A. Qureshi, MD663.3★ (23)MarionOverall
2Dr. Lisa S. Mccutchen, MD655.0★ (3)Marion—
3Pain Management Centers of America - Marion, IL533.3★ (36)Marion—
4Alpharus Health524.1★ (123)Carbondale, 15 mi awayMost reviews
5LifeThrive Marion512.4★ (46)Marion—
6Ahuja Bariatric & Beyond514.2★ (5)Marion—
7Dr. Keith Burchill MD503.1★ (9)Herrin, 5 mi away—
8Dr. Terrence Glennon MD493.0★ (4)Herrin, 5 mi away—
9The Albany Clinic475.0★ (8)Carbondale, 17 mi away—
10Rassik Complete Recovery Inc.464.2★ (17)Carbondale, 17 mi away—

The 10 best psychiatrists in Marion, 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.

Scores below: based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  4. #4 Alpharus Health

    Based in Carbondale, 15 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.1★ from 123 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”.

    • 4.1★ from 123 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1080 E Park St, Carbondale, IL 62901
    View profile for Alpharus Health(618) 319-7495

  5. #5 LifeThrive Marion

    Based in Marion

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and proximity: 2.4★ from 46 Google reviews, based in Marion.

    • 2.4★ from 46 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4505 W Deyoung St Ste 203 C, Marion, IL 62959
    View profile for LifeThrive Marion(618) 283-2222

  9. #9 The Albany Clinic

    Based in Carbondale, 17 mi away

    47/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    35 Albany Rd Ste A, Carbondale, IL 62903
    View profile for The Albany Clinic(888) 804-4330

  10. #10 Rassik Complete Recovery Inc.

    Based in Carbondale, 17 mi away

    46/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.2★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”.

    • 4.2★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 9 AM–3 PM · Wed 9 AM–4 PM · Thu 9 AM–3 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1155 N Cedar Ct, Carbondale, IL 62901
    View profile for Rassik Complete Recovery Inc.(618) 490-1045

Also serving Marion

8 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 Marion
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Andrea Johnson, APRN-CNP39 mi
Andrea Williams5.0★ (1)16 mi
Dr. Julie L. Handwerk, MD5.0★ (2)In Marion
Dr. Reno Ahuja, MDIn Marion
Holistic Psychiatry6 mi
Jennifer Hammonds16 mi
Jodie Kennedy8 mi
Morgan A. Gant, APN5.0★ (1)In Marion

How we ranked Marion psychiatrists

We scored 10 Marion 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 Marion 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 Marion: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychiatrist in Marion?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychiatrist in Marion, IL is Dr. Naeem A. Qureshi, MD with an RP Score of 66/100. It has 3.3★ from 23 Google reviews. Dr. Lisa S. Mccutchen, MD (#2) and Pain Management Centers of America - Marion, IL (#3) follow. We ranked 10 psychiatrists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychiatrists are there in Marion?

RankedPsychologists ranks 10 psychiatrists serving Marion, IL. 5 of them are based in Marion; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 8 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.

What Google rating do Marion psychiatrists have?

The median Google rating among 10 rated psychiatrists in Marion is 3.7★, with a median of 13 reviews. Alpharus Health has the most, 123 reviews, and ranks #4. 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 Marion count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 10 psychiatrists serving Marion.

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