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Best Psychiatrists in South San Francisco, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in South San Francisco: Dr. Travis K. Svensson, MD, RP Score 72/100; 3.1★ from 7 Google reviews.

  2. 2

    Most-reviewed: Psychiatric Alternatives & Wellness Center (PAWC), 1,725 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 302 ranked; ranked #2.

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

302 South San Francisco psychiatrists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 36 open Saturdays and 21 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 302 rated practices.

Top 10 psychiatrists in South San Francisco 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 San Francisco at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Dr. Travis K. Svensson, MD723.1★ (7)Burlingame, 5 mi away—Overall
2Psychiatric Alternatives & Wellness Center (PAWC)714.9★ (1,725)San Francisco, 10 mi away—Most reviews
3Comprehensive Psychiatric Services704.8★ (88)Daly City, 3 mi away——
4Walker Joe a MD703.8★ (10)San Francisco, 9 mi away——
5Psychiatric Alternatives & Wellness Center704.8★ (546)San Francisco, 9 mi away——
6Dr. Kumar Vedantham, MD705.0★ (11)Oakland, 13 mi away——
7Ravi Chandra, M.D. Psychiatry692.3★ (7)San Francisco, 9 mi away——
8Advanced Psychiatry Associates684.6★ (420)Walnut Creek, 25 mi awaySat · Sun—
9Dr. Samuel Dismond III, MD683.7★ (3)Oakland, 13 mi away——
10Pacific Coast Psychiatric681.0★ (6)San Francisco, 10 mi away——

The 302 best psychiatrists in South San Francisco, 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 San Francisco

    #1 Dr. Travis K. Svensson, MD

    Based in Burlingame, 5 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.1★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.1★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    25 Edwards Ct, Burlingame, CA 94010
    View profile for Dr. Travis K. Svensson, MD(415) 775-7766

  4. #4 Walker Joe a MD

    Based in San Francisco, 9 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.8★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.8★ from 10 Google reviews
    Address
    490 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94102
    View profile for Walker Joe a MD(415) 399-9119

  6. #6 Dr. Kumar Vedantham, MD

    Based in Oakland, 13 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Address
    525 21st St, Oakland, CA 94612
    View profile for Dr. Kumar Vedantham, MD(510) 809-6520

  10. #10 Pacific Coast Psychiatric

    Based in San Francisco, 10 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 1.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    2489 Washington St, San Francisco, CA 94115
    View profile for Pacific Coast Psychiatric(415) 567-7770

  11. #11 Dr. Thomas A. Gonda Jr, MD

    Based in Oakland, 16 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    2220 Mountain Blvd #240, Oakland, CA 94611
    View profile for Dr. Thomas A. Gonda Jr, MD(510) 495-4826

  12. #12 Thomas C. Adams, M.D.

    Based in Menlo Park, 19 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 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
    1040 Noel Dr #208, Menlo Park, CA 94025
    View profile for Thomas C. Adams, M.D.(857) 997-2539

  14. #14 Janice A Jones MD

    Based in Oakland, 16 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 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
    2220 Mountain Blvd, Oakland, CA 94611
    View profile for Janice A Jones MD

  15. #15 William Wong, MD

    Based in Redwood City, 15 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 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
    1150 Veterans Blvd, Redwood City, CA 94063
    View profile for William Wong, MD(650) 299-2015

  16. #16 Mindpath Health Psychiatrists & Therapists - San Francisco

    Based in San Francisco, 10 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.4★ from 164 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 164 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    456 Montgomery St #1400, San Francisco, CA 94104
    View profile for Mindpath Health Psychiatrists & Therapists - San Francisco(415) 292-3440

  18. #18 Elizabeth Qin, Psychiatrist

    Based in Burlingame, 5 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.3★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1720 El Camino Real Ste 140, Burlingame, CA 94010
    View profile for Elizabeth Qin, Psychiatrist(925) 282-1778

  20. #20 Dora-Linda Wang, Psychiatrist

    Based in Burlingame, 5 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 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–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1720 El Camino Real Ste 140, Burlingame, CA 94010
    View profile for Dora-Linda Wang, Psychiatrist(925) 282-1778

  23. #23 Compton Kaila MD

    Based in Berkeley, 17 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 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
    2020 Milvia St #300, Berkeley, CA 94704
    View profile for Compton Kaila MD(510) 843-2220

  24. #24 SavantCare

    Based in Oakland, 13 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 45 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 45 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1901 Harrison St, Oakland, CA 94612
    View profile for SavantCare(415) 480-7362

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

psychiatrists in South San Francisco, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Dayron Leon, MD - Psychiatrist | Mindpath Health664.8★ (18)10 mi
27Dr. Shuo Qiu MD665.0★ (15)9 mi
28Alexandra Monrroy, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner663.3★ (3)5 mi
29Justin C. Young, MD664.0★ (4)19 mi
30Mental Health Practitioners664.8★ (76)23 mi
31Erika Pizarro, MD - Psychiatrist | Mindpath Health665.0★ (11)10 mi
32Dr. Igor Weisz, MD664.0★ (4)10 mi
33Family Mosaic Project663.5★ (4)6 mi
34Dr. Janet M. Spraggins, MD654.0★ (4)20 mi
35Dr. David S. Spiegel, MD653.7★ (6)20 mi
36Dr. Mona Trivedi, MD652.3★ (3)18 mi
37AAA'A Affordable'a Plumbings'a and Rooter'a653.6★ (5)19 mi
38Mindful Health Solutions - Burlingame652.9★ (25)4 mi
39Kory Stotesbery, Psychiatrist655.0★ (6)9 mi
40Michael Lara, MD654.6★ (48)12 mi
41Barshack H Scott MD655.0★ (3)21 mi
42San Francisco Psychiatry654.4★ (14)10 mi
43Dr. Harry D. Verby, MD655.0★ (19)9 mi
44David Scott May, M.D.655.0★ (7)19 mi
45JUDITH KEINS, M.D.653.2★ (5)20 mi
46Olson Scott MD654.0★ (4)21 mi
47Duy Nguyen, MD - Psychiatrist | Mindpath Health655.0★ (4)9 mi
48Dr. Alex Anastasiou - Psychiatrists654.4★ (48)28 mi
49Seth Sherman, MD654.7★ (6)10 mi
50Shain Philip W MD653.4★ (5)31 mi

Also serving South San Francisco

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 San Francisco
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Amast Health - Psychedelic Psychiatry5.0★ (2)6 mi
Annette Goldman Mosqueda, PsyD5.0★ (2)10 mi
Cheryl Elmer, Counselor5.0★ (2)9 mi
Christiana Hargrave, Counselor4.5★ (2)5 mi
Comprehensive Psychiatric ServicesIn South San Francisco
Dongmei Yue, M.D.3.0★ (2)8 mi
Elizabeth Ann Hinchman, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner3.0★ (2)5 mi
Elizabeth L Ward PsychiatryIn South San Francisco
Gateway Psychiatric Services - San Francisco5.0★ (2)8 mi
H. Eric Bender, M.D.5.0★ (2)7 mi
J Wilkinson, MD Professional Corporation5.0★ (2)9 mi
Nadell Andrew MD3.0★ (2)4 mi
Nicolas Salazar, Psychiatrist5.0★ (2)9 mi
Robert Hendren, D.O.5.0★ (2)8 mi
Ronnie Cummings, Psychiatrist4.5★ (2)9 mi
Shivani Beri5.0★ (2)6 mi
Tatomer William R MD5.0★ (2)8 mi
UCSF Pediatric Eating Disorders Program3.0★ (2)8 mi
UCSF Psychiatry Mission Bay3.0★ (2)8 mi
Vista Psychiatry3.0★ (2)9 mi

How we ranked South San Francisco psychiatrists

We scored 302 South San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychiatrist in South San Francisco?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychiatrist in South San Francisco, CA is Dr. Travis K. Svensson, MD with an RP Score of 72/100. It has 3.1★ from 7 Google reviews. Psychiatric Alternatives & Wellness Center (PAWC) (#2) and Comprehensive Psychiatric Services (#3) follow. We ranked 302 psychiatrists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychiatrists are there in South San Francisco?

RankedPsychologists ranks 302 psychiatrists serving South San Francisco, CA. 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 San Francisco work on weekends?

36 of 302 ranked psychiatrists post Saturday hours and 21 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Advanced Psychiatry Associates (#8), Dr. Thomas A. Gonda Jr, MD (#11) and Advanced Psychiatry Associates (#13). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do South San Francisco psychiatrists have?

The median Google rating among 302 rated psychiatrists in South San Francisco is 4.5★, with a median of 9 reviews. Psychiatric Alternatives & Wellness Center (PAWC) has the most, 1,725 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 South San Francisco count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the South San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 302 psychiatrists serving South San Francisco.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

More psychiatrists and South San Francisco pages