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Best Psychiatrists in Rio Grande City, TX (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Rio Grande City: PsychPlus McAllen Clinic - Psychiatrist and Therapist, RP Score 56/100; 4.5★ from 150 Google reviews.

  2. 2

    Most-reviewed: Francisco J. Torres MD Edinburg - JNC Behavioral Services, 241 Google reviews at 3.9★, the most of 13 ranked; ranked #2.

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

13 Rio Grande City psychiatrists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 1 open Saturdays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 3.9★ across 13 rated practices.

Top 10 psychiatrists in Rio Grande City 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 Rio Grande City at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inBest for
1PsychPlus McAllen Clinic - Psychiatrist and Therapist564.5★ (150)Edinburg, 40 mi awayOverall
2Francisco J. Torres MD Edinburg - JNC Behavioral Services543.9★ (241)Edinburg, 40 mi awayMost reviews
3Adrian Agapito523.4★ (5)Edinburg, 39 mi away—
4Dr. Tomas A. Gonzalez, MD513.8★ (23)McAllen, 38 mi away—
5Irigoyen Fructuoso MD514.7★ (12)McAllen, 40 mi away—
6Cesar A. Matos, M.D.514.1★ (44)Edinburg, 40 mi away—
7Hildebrando Salinas, MD513.4★ (75)McAllen, 40 mi away—
8Jose E. Igoa, M.D., P.A.461.9★ (215)McAllen, 37 mi away—
9Dr. Castillo DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC at Starr Psychiatric Services444.0★ (40)McAllen, 40 mi away—
10DHR Health Counseling & Psychiatry Center423.9★ (14)Edinburg, 39 mi away—

The 13 best psychiatrists in Rio Grande City, 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 Rio Grande City

    #1 PsychPlus McAllen Clinic - Psychiatrist and Therapist

    Based in Edinburg, 40 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.5★ from 150 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 150 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2110 W Trenton Rd Unit A, Edinburg, TX 78539
    View profile for PsychPlus McAllen Clinic - Psychiatrist and Therapist(956) 672-7500

  3. #3 Adrian Agapito

    Based in Edinburg, 39 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 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
    2821 Michael Angelo Dr, Edinburg, TX 78539
    View profile for Adrian Agapito(956) 362-8290

  4. #4 Dr. Tomas A. Gonzalez, MD

    Based in McAllen, 38 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.8★ from 23 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.8★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3900 N 10th St #930, McAllen, TX 78501
    View profile for Dr. Tomas A. Gonzalez, MD(956) 627-4904

  5. #5 Irigoyen Fructuoso MD

    Based in McAllen, 40 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5:40 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    711 N McColl Rd, McAllen, TX 78501
    View profile for Irigoyen Fructuoso MD(956) 627-3738

  6. #6 Cesar A. Matos, M.D.

    Based in Edinburg, 40 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.1★ from 44 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 44 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2110 W Trenton Rd Suite A, Edinburg, TX 78539
    View profile for Cesar A. Matos, M.D.(956) 289-8200

  7. #7 Hildebrando Salinas, MD

    Based in McAllen, 40 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.4★ from 75 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 75 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2010 S Cynthia St Ste 104, McAllen, TX 78503
    View profile for Hildebrando Salinas, MD(956) 972-0061

  8. #8 Jose E. Igoa, M.D., P.A.

    Based in McAllen, 37 mi away

    46/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 1.9★ from 215 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.9★ from 215 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3600 N 23rd St #103, McAllen, TX 78501
    View profile for Jose E. Igoa, M.D., P.A.(956) 682-4401

  9. #9 Dr. Castillo DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC at Starr Psychiatric Services

    Based in McAllen, 40 mi away

    44/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 40 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.0★ from 40 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    909 E Esperanza Ave Ste B, McAllen, TX 78501
    View profile for Dr. Castillo DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC at Starr Psychiatric Services(956) 627-4874

  11. #11 South Texas Counseling Agency

    Based in McAllen, 38 mi away

    41/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.9★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 3.9★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1544 Dove Ave W, McAllen, TX 78504
    View profile for South Texas Counseling Agency(956) 369-7997

  13. #13 Our Psyche, Inc.

    Based in Edinburg, 39 mi away

    36/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.4★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 3.4★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5311 S McColl Rd #5311, Edinburg, TX 78539
    View profile for Our Psyche, Inc.(956) 322-8690

Also serving Rio Grande City

7 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 Rio Grande City
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Dr. Alcides Amador1.0★ (1)39 mi
Dr. Elisa G. Sanchez, MD37 mi
Dr. Ricardo Irizarry40 mi
Gregory Walter D MDIn Rio Grande City
Present Psychiatry | Mcallen TX5.0★ (1)37 mi
Reyna Psychiatry PLLC38 mi
Ruy Mireles Quintanilla39 mi

How we ranked Rio Grande City psychiatrists

We scored 13 Rio Grande City 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 Rio Grande City 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 Rio Grande City: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychiatrist in Rio Grande City?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychiatrist in Rio Grande City, TX is PsychPlus McAllen Clinic - Psychiatrist and Therapist with an RP Score of 56/100. It has 4.5★ from 150 Google reviews. Francisco J. Torres MD Edinburg - JNC Behavioral Services (#2) and Adrian Agapito (#3) follow. We ranked 13 psychiatrists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychiatrists are there in Rio Grande City?

RankedPsychologists ranks 13 psychiatrists serving Rio Grande City, TX. Another 7 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 Rio Grande City work on weekends?

1 of 13 ranked psychiatrists post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is South Texas Counseling Agency (#11). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Rio Grande City psychiatrists have?

The median Google rating among 13 rated psychiatrists in Rio Grande City is 3.9★, with a median of 40 reviews. Francisco J. Torres MD Edinburg - JNC Behavioral Services has the most, 241 reviews, and ranks #2. 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 Rio Grande City count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Rio Grande City 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 Rio Grande City 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 Rio Grande City

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 13 psychiatrists serving Rio Grande City.

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