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Best Psychiatrists in Menifee, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Menifee: Brainpower Wellness Institute - Corona California, RP Score 69/100; 4.9★ from 151 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 7

    Most-reviewed: High Desert Psychological Services, 358 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 294 ranked; ranked #7.

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

294 Menifee psychiatrists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 83 open Saturdays and 44 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 294 rated practices.

Top 10 psychiatrists in Menifee 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 Menifee at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Brainpower Wellness Institute - Corona California694.9★ (151)Corona, 25 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Blooming Integrative Psychiatry - California695.0★ (4)MenifeeEvenings—
3Perris Behavioral Health Clinic692.6★ (15)Perris, 6 mi awaySat · Evenings—
4Dr. Sai B. Chundu, MD692.9★ (8)Murrieta, 13 mi away——
5Steven F Galarza, D.O. Inc692.3★ (3)Murrieta, 12 mi away——
6Advanced Psychiatry Associates684.3★ (97)Riverside, 21 mi awaySat · Sun—
7High Desert Psychological Services684.7★ (358)Riverside, 21 mi awaySat · EveningsMost reviews
8Advanced Psychiatry Associates684.6★ (156)San Bernardino, 25 mi awaySat · Sun—
9Richard Herberger, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner675.0★ (23)Temecula, 17 mi awaySat · Evenings—
10Cecilia Iacoviello, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner674.8★ (25)Temecula, 17 mi awaySat · Evenings—

The 294 best psychiatrists in Menifee, 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 Menifee

    Based in Corona, 25 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.9★ from 151 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 151 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–4 PM
    Address
    1101 California Ave Ste 100-18, Corona, CA 92881
  2. Based in Perris, 6 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 2.6★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.6★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–7:30 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–3:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    450 E San Jacinto Ave, Perris, CA 92571
  3. Based in Murrieta, 13 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 2.9★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.9★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    41670 Ivy St, Murrieta, CA 92562
  4. Based in Murrieta, 12 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    25405 Hancock Ave STE 108, Murrieta, CA 92562
  5. 67/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–8 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    31573 Rancho Pueblo Rd Ste 200, Temecula, CA 92592
  6. 67/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.8★ from 25 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–8 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    31573 Rancho Pueblo Rd Ste 200, Temecula, CA 92592
  7. Based in San Bernardino, 29 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 64 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 64 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–9 PM · Tue 7 AM–8 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun 7 AM–8 PM
    Address
    1233 N E St, San Bernardino, CA 92405
  8. Based in Moreno Valley, 16 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.1★ from 18 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.1★ from 18 Google reviews
    Address
    23110 Atlantic Cir, Moreno Valley, CA 92553
  9. Based in Temecula, 17 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 2.9★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.9★ from 13 Google reviews
    Address
    32605 Temecula Pkwy #219, Temecula, CA 92592
  10. 65/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–3:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    29995 Technology Dr Ste 203, Murrieta, CA 92563
  11. Based in Riverside, 21 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 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
    4960 Arlington Ave Ste b, Riverside, CA 92504
  12. Based in Sun City, 3 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 1.8★ from 20 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.8★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    28125 Bradley Rd Ste 220, Sun City, CA 92586
  13. 64/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.6★ from 46 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 46 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    43460 Ridge Park Dr #200d, Temecula, CA 92590
  14. Based in Murrieta, 13 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.3★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    41670 Ivy St Ste C, Murrieta, CA 92562
  15. Based in Wildomar, 10 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychiatrist”, 3.8★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.8★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    34859 Oneal Rd STE 111, Wildomar, CA 92595
  16. Based in Riverside, 22 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    5900 Brockton Ave, Riverside, CA 92506
  17. Based in Hemet, 11 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.4★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    395 N San Jacinto St Ste b, Hemet, CA 92543
  18. Based in Riverside, 15 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6:30 PM · Tue–Sat 5:30 PM–6:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    19452 Norwich Dr, Riverside, CA 92508

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

psychiatrists in Menifee, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Mindpath Health Psychiatrists & Therapists - Temecula644.2★ (43)15 mi
27Comprehensive Psychiatric Services645.0★ (106)23 mi
28NP FADY644.9★ (150)23 mi
29Dr. Edwin Romel De Leon644.0★ (4)25 mi
30Roberto Castanos, MD644.9★ (67)22 mi
31Farhad Nikoo DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC645.0★ (50)33 mi
32Wadsworth H. Murad, DO642.3★ (12)22 mi
33Ralph Lissaur632.3★ (3)24 mi
34Inlandpsych Redlands Inc632.3★ (3)18 mi
35Johnson Cameron J MD631.6★ (5)23 mi
36Inland Psychiatric Medical Group634.3★ (4)22 mi
37Dr. Purshotam B. Kataria, MD633.8★ (62)26 mi
38Radiant Path Therapy and Psychiatry635.0★ (31)23 mi
39UCR Health - Riverside Downtown (Specialty Care)634.6★ (98)22 mi
40Dr. Julie G. Wareham, MD632.0★ (7)23 mi
41Dr. Sai B. Chundu, MD633.1★ (15)25 mi
42Adom Tele-Psychiatry634.2★ (5)23 mi
43Mindpath Health Psychiatrists & Therapists - Riverside634.5★ (102)22 mi
44V. Depala Psychiatry634.7★ (74)15 mi
45Solution Based Treatment624.7★ (123)13 mi
46Duk Anthony MD622.9★ (34)23 mi
47Inland Psychiatric Medical Group Wildomar624.5★ (113)11 mi
48Christopher Fichtner, MD625.0★ (20)22 mi
49Dr. Aliuddin Khaja622.0★ (8)25 mi
50Advanced Psychiatry Associates624.5★ (104)38 mi

Also serving Menifee

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 Menifee
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
A J Botwin5.0★ (2)37 mi
Access Mind Institute5.0★ (2)36 mi
Alicia Hutton, Counselor4.5★ (2)32 mi
Allyson Bushnell, Counselor5.0★ (2)38 mi
Avni Dilip Patel, DO | Kaiser Permanente3.5★ (2)39 mi
Carlos Fayard, PHD5.0★ (2)23 mi
Cynthia L. Bradley, PHDIn Menifee
Dr. Ali R. Dia, MD5.0★ (2)11 mi
Dr. Christopher G. Fichtner, MD5.0★ (2)10 mi
Dr. Gail Ross, MD1.0★ (2)34 mi
Dr. Melissa J. Pereau, MD4.5★ (2)23 mi
Dr. Pria Persaud5.0★ (2)15 mi
Dr. Rose Marie Pitt3.0★ (2)39 mi
Inner Balance Psychiatry and Wellness5.0★ (2)34 mi
Mariel Abisaab, Counselor5.0★ (2)22 mi
Result Psychiatry and Mental Health: Ladan Hariri, MD5.0★ (2)26 mi
Rosanne Zapp, Psychologist5.0★ (2)32 mi
Solene Psychiatry and Wellness5.0★ (2)31 mi
The Healthy Mind Center3.0★ (2)39 mi
Transforming Life Center, Inc.5.0★ (2)39 mi

How we ranked Menifee psychiatrists

We scored 294 Menifee 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 Menifee 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 Menifee: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychiatrist in Menifee?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychiatrist in Menifee, CA is Brainpower Wellness Institute - Corona California with an RP Score of 69/100. It has 4.9★ from 151 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Blooming Integrative Psychiatry - California (#2) and Perris Behavioral Health Clinic (#3) follow. We ranked 294 psychiatrists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychiatrists are there in Menifee?

RankedPsychologists ranks 294 psychiatrists serving Menifee, CA. 1 of them is based in Menifee; 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 Menifee work on weekends?

83 of 294 ranked psychiatrists post Saturday hours and 44 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Brainpower Wellness Institute - Corona California (#1), Perris Behavioral Health Clinic (#3) and Advanced Psychiatry Associates (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Menifee psychiatrists have?

The median Google rating among 294 rated psychiatrists in Menifee is 4.5★, with a median of 14 reviews. High Desert Psychological Services has the most, 358 reviews, and ranks #7. 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 Menifee count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 294 psychiatrists serving Menifee.