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Best Psychiatrists in South Bel Air, MD (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in South Bel Air: Dr. Lisa Carchedi, RP Score 74/100; 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

  2. 8

    Most-reviewed: American Psychiatric Care, Bel Air, 697 Google reviews at 4.3★, the most of 377 ranked; ranked #8.

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

377 South Bel Air psychiatrists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 76 open Saturdays and 24 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 377 rated practices.

Top 10 psychiatrists in South Bel Air 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 South Bel Air at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Dr. Lisa Carchedi744.0★ (4)Bel Air, 2 mi away—Overall
2Dr. Terry G. Pritt, MD743.7★ (16)Bel Air, 3 mi away——
3Dr. Gary Gay & Associates724.2★ (5)Bel Air North, 5 mi away——
4Svetlana L Savchenko M.D. | Kaiser Permanente724.8★ (39)Middle River, 13 mi away——
5Safiyyah H Abdul-Rahman M.D. | Kaiser Permanente725.0★ (28)Middle River, 13 mi away——
6Wellness Legacy723.9★ (19)Bel Air, 1 mi awaySat—
7Premier Wellness Healthcare714.2★ (13)Bel Air North, 3 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8American Psychiatric Care, Bel Air714.3★ (697)Bel Air, 3 mi away—Most reviews
9Favor Mental Health Services714.8★ (43)Bel Air, 1 mi away——
10Charito Quintero Howard Md703.1★ (7)Joppatowne, 9 mi away——

The 377 best psychiatrists in South Bel Air, 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 South Bel Air

    #1 Dr. Lisa Carchedi

    Based in Bel Air, 2 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    802 Baltimore Pike Ste A, Bel Air, MD 21014
    View profile for Dr. Lisa Carchedi(443) 643-2422

  2. #2 Dr. Terry G. Pritt, MD

    Based in Bel Air, 3 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychiatrist”, 3.7★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 16 Google reviews
    Address
    2107 Laurel Bush Rd, Bel Air, MD 21015
    View profile for Dr. Terry G. Pritt, MD(410) 569-5000

  3. #3 Dr. Gary Gay & Associates

    Based in Bel Air North, 5 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    3006 Churchville Rd, Churchville, MD 21028
    View profile for Dr. Gary Gay & Associates(410) 734-9500

  6. #6 Wellness Legacy

    Based in Bel Air, 1 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.9★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    754 N Hickory Ave Ste B, Bel Air, MD 21014
    View profile for Wellness Legacy(410) 286-1258

  7. #7 Premier Wellness Healthcare

    Based in Bel Air North, 3 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.2★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2209 Commerce Rd #1, Forest Hill, MD 21050
    View profile for Premier Wellness Healthcare(888) 333-1345

  9. #9 Favor Mental Health Services

    Based in Bel Air, 1 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.8★ from 43 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 43 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    260 Gateway Dr Ste 9B, Bel Air, MD 21014
    View profile for Favor Mental Health Services(410) 403-3299

  15. #15 Topnotch psychiatry

    Based in Carney, 16 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.9★ from 39 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 39 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    View profile for Topnotch psychiatry(410) 337-4126

  17. #17 American Psychiatric Care

    Based in Perry Hall, 11 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.5★ from 422 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 422 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5009 Honeygo Center Dr #200, Perry Hall, MD 21128
    View profile for American Psychiatric Care(410) 670-3076

  18. #18 Free Baltimore

    Based in Baltimore, 22 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.5★ from 44 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 44 Google reviews
    Address
    1120 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21201
    View profile for Free Baltimore(443) 759-7075

  20. #20 Dr. Abdul Malik, MD

    Based in Towson, 18 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    120 Sister Pierre Dr Ste 107, Towson, MD 21204
    View profile for Dr. Abdul Malik, MD(410) 823-6408

  22. #22 Blumberg Neil H MD

    Based in Cockeysville, 17 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    30 E Padonia Rd, Timonium, MD 21093
    View profile for Blumberg Neil H MD(410) 561-1156

  24. #24 Dr. Elizabeth Turin, MD

    Based in Baltimore, 21 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    707 N Broadway, Baltimore, MD 21205
    View profile for Dr. Elizabeth Turin, MD(443) 923-9200

  25. #25 Goodman David MD

    Based in Baltimore, 19 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.6★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.6★ from 10 Google reviews
    Address
    2360 W Joppa Rd St 223, Timonium, MD 21093
    View profile for Goodman David MD(410) 583-2723

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

psychiatrists in South Bel Air, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26IC Health Services664.8★ (29)25 mi
27Stephanie H Walsh M.D. | Kaiser Permanente664.9★ (43)27 mi
28Dr. Samson G. Vimalananda, MD662.0★ (5)18 mi
29Harmony Counseling Center654.3★ (39)13 mi
30Gunpowder River Psychiatry: Firth, Patsy N MD653.4★ (13)9 mi
31Concise Psych645.0★ (173)24 mi
32Leonard J. Hertzberg, M.D.645.0★ (3)24 mi
33Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Nottingham644.5★ (63)12 mi
34Rittenhouse Psychiatric Associates645.0★ (3)20 mi
35Dr. Yu Dong643.0★ (4)23 mi
36Jonas Alan M MD643.7★ (3)24 mi
37You Matter Psychiatry644.7★ (31)17 mi
38Gladstone Psychiatry and Wellness644.2★ (70)18 mi
39Michael A,Torres, MD633.7★ (12)20 mi
40Hollander Lisa A MD632.3★ (3)23 mi
41AKW Wellness635.0★ (20)17 mi
42Otter Integrative Psychiatry Dr. Mariel Otter, DNP, CRNP-PMH634.9★ (24)17 mi
43Serene Wellness Psychiatry634.9★ (59)3 mi
44Yarelis Guzman, Psychiatrist635.0★ (8)17 mi
45Sheppard Pratt - Psychiatric Rehabilitation Day Program – Rosedale632.7★ (3)15 mi
46Dr. Elsa I. Correa, MD633.7★ (6)27 mi
47Ashley Addiction Treatment – Main Campus634.5★ (177)12 mi
48Refined integrative psychiatry & Wellness, LLC634.9★ (76)33 mi
49Kevin D. Strouse, M.D., LLC635.0★ (15)19 mi
50Andrew D Davis M.D. | Kaiser Permanente634.9★ (54)36 mi

Also serving South Bel Air

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 South Bel Air
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Above All Odds3.0★ (2)22 mi
Adult Attention Deficit Disorder Center of Maryland3.5★ (2)19 mi
BlueSky Telepsych5.0★ (2)22 mi
Christine Tran-Boynes, DO3.0★ (2)17 mi
Dr. Julia A. Ritter-Welzant, MD5.0★ (2)15 mi
Dr. Ralph D. Scoville, MD3.0★ (2)13 mi
Dr. Ranjana Verma, MD5.0★ (2)9 mi
Dr. Richard Lewis1.0★ (2)2 mi
Dr. Russell L. Margolis, MD3.5★ (2)21 mi
Dr. Titilayo Akinsola DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC5.0★ (2)1 mi
HelpAll Psychiatric Services LLC5.0★ (2)7 mi
K&I Healthcare Services - Baltimore3.0★ (2)22 mi
Lauren Elliott, MD3.0★ (2)24 mi
Mindvance Behavioral Health Solutions. Vanessa Thompson, CRNP5.0★ (2)7 mi
Nancy N. Funk, PhD5.0★ (2)13 mi
Patricia Kevin Odean, LCPC5.0★ (2)18 mi
Safe Harbor Behavioral Care of Towson5.0★ (2)16 mi
Safe Harbor Christian Counseling3.5★ (2)25 mi
Tracy Kuniega-Pietrzak, MD5.0★ (2)20 mi
Upper Chesapeake Behavioral4.0★ (2)13 mi

How we ranked South Bel Air psychiatrists

We scored 377 South Bel Air 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 South Bel Air 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 South Bel Air: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychiatrist in South Bel Air?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychiatrist in South Bel Air, MD is Dr. Lisa Carchedi with an RP Score of 74/100. It has 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews. Dr. Terry G. Pritt, MD (#2) and Dr. Gary Gay & Associates (#3) follow. We ranked 377 psychiatrists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychiatrists are there in South Bel Air?

RankedPsychologists ranks 377 psychiatrists serving South Bel Air, MD. 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 South Bel Air work on weekends?

76 of 377 ranked psychiatrists post Saturday hours and 24 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Wellness Legacy (#6), Premier Wellness Healthcare (#7) and Sheppard Pratt - Child Inpatient Unit (#11). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do South Bel Air psychiatrists have?

The median Google rating among 377 rated psychiatrists in South Bel Air is 4.5★, with a median of 13 reviews. American Psychiatric Care, Bel Air has the most, 697 reviews, and ranks #8. 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 South Bel Air count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the South Bel Air 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 South Bel Air 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 South Bel Air

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 377 psychiatrists serving South Bel Air.

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