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Best Psychiatrists in South Laurel, MD (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in South Laurel: Sunil K Nair M.D. | Kaiser Permanente, RP Score 76/100; 5.0★ from 52 Google reviews.

  2. 40

    Most-reviewed: Dr. Memunatu Bangura, MD [Board Certified Psychiatrist], 175 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 835 ranked; ranked #40.

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

835 South Laurel psychiatrists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 193 open Saturdays and 69 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 835 rated practices.

Top 10 psychiatrists in South Laurel 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 Laurel at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Sunil K Nair M.D. | Kaiser Permanente765.0★ (52)Silver Spring, 6 mi away—Overall
2Andrew D Davis M.D. | Kaiser Permanente754.9★ (54)Columbia, 7 mi away——
3Waddington Sally MD745.0★ (5)Laurel, 3 mi away——
4Mamata N Mysore M.D. | Kaiser Permanente744.8★ (29)Columbia, 7 mi away——
5Hamilton Rachel MD745.0★ (3)Laurel, 3 mi away——
6Comprehensive & Psych Associates, LLC, Laurel, MD734.9★ (18)Laurel, 1 mi awaySat—
7Makesha A Joyner M.D. | Kaiser Permanente734.9★ (54)Greater Upper Marlboro, 11 mi away——
8George C James Md723.7★ (6)Cloverly, 5 mi away——
9Rosenthal Joshua MD724.5★ (10)Columbia, 8 mi away——
10Dr. Tai Ajani, DNP725.0★ (7)Laurel, 1 mi awaySat—

The 835 best psychiatrists in South Laurel, 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.

  3. #3 Waddington Sally MD

    Based in Laurel, 3 mi away

    74/100RP 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
    585 Main St #143, Laurel, MD 20707
    View profile for Waddington Sally MD(301) 490-0778

  5. #5 Hamilton Rachel MD

    Based in Laurel, 3 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    585 Main St #341, Laurel, MD 20707
    View profile for Hamilton Rachel MD(410) 294-5952

  8. #8 George C James Md

    Based in Cloverly, 5 mi away

    72/100RP 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
    3905 National Dr #250, Burtonsville, MD 20866
    View profile for George C James Md(301) 421-4233

  9. #9 Rosenthal Joshua MD

    Based in Columbia, 8 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.5★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 10 Google reviews
    Address
    9841 Broken Land Pkwy Ste 116, Columbia, MD 21046
    View profile for Rosenthal Joshua MD(410) 740-4344

  10. #10 Dr. Tai Ajani, DNP

    Based in Laurel, 1 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    9811 Mallard Dr #210, Laurel, MD 20708
    View profile for Dr. Tai Ajani, DNP(443) 713-8643

  12. #12 Christiansen Todd MD

    Based in Greenbelt, 6 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.3★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    7474 Greenway Center Dr #700, Greenbelt, MD 20770
    View profile for Christiansen Todd MD(240) 304-3327

  14. #14 Nicholas G. Scotto, MD

    Based in Columbia, 10 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Address
    Century Plaza, 10632 Little Patuxent Pkwy #2000, Columbia, MD 21044
    View profile for Nicholas G. Scotto, MD(667) 786-3076

  16. #16 Joshua Sussal

    Based in Greenbelt, 6 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 2.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    7474 Greenway Center Dr, Greenbelt, MD 20770
    View profile for Joshua Sussal(301) 969-4090

  17. #17 Dr. Harvey Fernbach, MD

    Based in Greenbelt, 6 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    6201 Greenbelt Rd # U3, Berwyn Heights, MD 20740
    View profile for Dr. Harvey Fernbach, MD(301) 345-1919

  18. #18 Opollo Health and Wellness

    Based in Lanham, 6 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–8 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    7404 Executive Pl #400, Lanham, MD 20706
    View profile for Opollo Health and Wellness(240) 647-5702

  21. #21 Refined integrative psychiatry & Wellness, LLC

    Based in Ellicott City, 12 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.9★ from 76 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 76 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    5018 Dorsey Hall Dr Ste 104, Ellicott City, MD 21042
    View profile for Refined integrative psychiatry & Wellness, LLC(410) 213-5233

  22. #22 Ament Aaron MD

    Based in Silver Spring, 9 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 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
    12911 Falmouth Dr, Silver Spring, MD 20904
    View profile for Ament Aaron MD(301) 622-0622

  23. #23 Jeanne Serafin, MD

    Based in Elkridge, 13 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews
    View profile for Jeanne Serafin, MD(410) 461-9003

  24. #24 Kim Lee Angela LLC

    Based in Ellicott City, 12 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    Address
    5300 Dorsey Hall Dr #203, Ellicott City, MD 21042
    View profile for Kim Lee Angela LLC(410) 409-5775

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

psychiatrists in South Laurel, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Beginner's Mind Psychiatry705.0★ (3)10 mi
27Dr. Sheryl L. Anderson, MD702.5★ (10)8 mi
28Minnette HealthCare Services, LLC705.0★ (5)6 mi
29Stephanie H Walsh M.D. | Kaiser Permanente704.9★ (43)17 mi
30Phyllis Heffner703.7★ (3)10 mi
31Adult ADHD Center with Farid Sabet MD704.4★ (15)14 mi
32Colleen Zanis D.O. | Kaiser Permanente704.9★ (46)18 mi
33Dr. Zafar A. Rasheed M.D704.9★ (78)20 mi
34Joyride Psychiatry LLC705.0★ (20)7 mi
35Dr. Steven B. Israel, MD704.7★ (15)15 mi
36Dr. Gregory A. Obiwuma - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner704.8★ (50)13 mi
37Dr. Hanita Chhabra, MD704.0★ (12)13 mi
38Roman Ostrovsky M.D. LLC694.6★ (23)9 mi
39Genesis Psychiatric Solutions694.8★ (101)15 mi
40Dr. Memunatu Bangura, MD [Board Certified Psychiatrist]694.5★ (175)6 mi
41Sushila Chelliah M.D. | Kaiser Permanente695.0★ (22)18 mi
42Joseph T Tasosa M.D. | Kaiser Permanente695.0★ (52)21 mi
43Cherry Blossom Psychiatry693.0★ (6)12 mi
44Berger Allan S MD692.3★ (9)11 mi
45McLean Neuropsychiatric Treatment Center694.5★ (55)20 mi
46Comprehensive Healthcare & Wellness Services LLC : Mental Health Clinic694.9★ (154)11 mi
47DR. EDEN HEALTHCARE SERVICES LLC694.9★ (17)11 mi
48Dr. Burton G. Schonfeld, MD695.0★ (5)15 mi
49Dr. Karen C. Alleyne, MD692.4★ (7)11 mi
50Altitude Behavioral Care and Integrative Health695.0★ (110)20 mi

Also serving South Laurel

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 Laurel
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Candice Kordish, Counselor5.0★ (2)12 mi
Chidinma Eze, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner5.0★ (2)12 mi
COMFORT MIND AND WELLNESS CENTER5.0★ (2)6 mi
Dr. Elizabeth Ndika5.0★ (2)1 mi
Edprogia Health and Psychiatry5.0★ (2)7 mi
Joshua Sussal1.0★ (2)13 mi
Joyce Jill MD3.0★ (2)10 mi
Kayee Wilson5.0★ (2)8 mi
Lucas Lengrand, Counselor5.0★ (2)12 mi
Mental Health with Nik Ooi5.0★ (2)12 mi
Natalie Marchione, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner5.0★ (2)12 mi
New Millennial Counseling3.0★ (2)6 mi
Olney Geriatric Psychiatry5.0★ (2)13 mi
Open Door Psychiatric Associates, LLC5.0★ (2)12 mi
Safe Harbor Christian Counseling1.5★ (2)9 mi
Safe Harbor Christian Counseling5.0★ (2)10 mi
SOL Mental Health3.0★ (2)11 mi
Stephanie Durruthy,MD. PA3.0★ (2)12 mi
Suggero Healthcare Services5.0★ (2)14 mi
Willie Hamlin, MD5.0★ (2)11 mi

How we ranked South Laurel psychiatrists

We scored 835 South Laurel 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 Laurel 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 Laurel: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychiatrist in South Laurel?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychiatrist in South Laurel, MD is Sunil K Nair M.D. | Kaiser Permanente with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 5.0★ from 52 Google reviews. Andrew D Davis M.D. | Kaiser Permanente (#2) and Waddington Sally MD (#3) follow. We ranked 835 psychiatrists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychiatrists are there in South Laurel?

RankedPsychologists ranks 835 psychiatrists serving South Laurel, 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 Laurel work on weekends?

193 of 835 ranked psychiatrists post Saturday hours and 69 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Comprehensive & Psych Associates, LLC, Laurel, MD (#6), Dr. Tai Ajani, DNP (#10) and Boston Neurobehavioral Associates (BNBA) - Maryland (#13). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do South Laurel psychiatrists have?

The median Google rating among 835 rated psychiatrists in South Laurel is 4.6★, with a median of 14 reviews. Dr. Memunatu Bangura, MD [Board Certified Psychiatrist] has the most, 175 reviews, and ranks #40. 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 Laurel count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the South Laurel 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 Laurel 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 Laurel

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 835 psychiatrists serving South Laurel.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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