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Best Psychiatrists in Southbridge, MA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Southbridge: Dr. Meenakshi Vemuri, MD, RP Score 73/100; 2.1★ from 7 Google reviews.

  2. 3

    Most-reviewed: Boston Neurobehavioral Associates (BNBA), 939 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 286 ranked; ranked #3.

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

286 Southbridge psychiatrists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 111 open Saturdays and 50 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 286 rated practices.

Top 10 psychiatrists in Southbridge 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 Southbridge at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Dr. Meenakshi Vemuri, MD732.1★ (7)Southbridge—Overall
2Dr. Meenakshi Vemuri722.6★ (7)Charlton, 3 mi away——
3Boston Neurobehavioral Associates (BNBA)694.6★ (939)Worcester, 18 mi awaySatMost reviews
4Priority Psychiatry. Momen El Nesr, M.D685.0★ (7)Worcester, 17 mi away——
5Dr. Alex Cutler674.2★ (5)Worcester, 17 mi away——
6Spectrum Neuro Behavioral Care (SNBCare) - Raynham674.9★ (416)Franklin, 18 mi away——
7Comprehensive Psychiatric Care665.0★ (8)Shrewsbury, 21 mi away——
8Kevin Nardone653.2★ (9)Worcester, 19 mi away——
9Dr. Gayle Klein, MD654.8★ (13)Storrs, 25 mi away——
10Bright Act Behavioral Center LLC654.2★ (6)Worcester, 18 mi awaySat—

The 286 best psychiatrists in Southbridge, 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 Southbridge

    Based in Southbridge

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 2.1★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.1★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    29 Pine St, Southbridge, MA 01550
  2. Based in Charlton, 3 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 2.6★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.6★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    258 Main St, Sturbridge, MA 01566
  3. Based in Worcester, 17 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 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
    55 Cedar St #2, Worcester, MA 01609
  4. Based in Worcester, 19 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.2★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.2★ from 9 Google reviews
    Address
    435 Shrewsbury St, Worcester, MA 016041689
  5. Based in Storrs, 25 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychiatrist”, 4.8★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 13 Google reviews
    Address
    126 Storrs Rd, Mansfield Center, CT 06250
  6. Based in Worcester, 19 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.9★ from 39 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 39 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    435 Shrewsbury St, Worcester, MA 01604
  7. Based in Providence, 35 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.4★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    166 Valley St Bldg 6m Suite 103, Providence, RI 02909
  8. Based in Mansfield City, 25 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    126 Storrs Rd, Mansfield Center, CT 06250
  9. Based in Shrewsbury, 22 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    588 Main St, Shrewsbury, MA 01545
  10. Based in Longmeadow, 26 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 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
    167 Dwight Rd #208, Longmeadow, MA 01106
  11. Based in Worcester, 18 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5 PM–9 PM · Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–3 PM
    Address
    287 Grove St Bldg D, Suite 204, Worcester, MA 01605
  12. Based in Milford, 28 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.2★ from 27 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 27 Google reviews
    Address
    229 E Main St, Milford, MA 01757
  13. Based in Auburn, 12 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 56 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 56 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    11 Midstate Dr Ste 3, Auburn, MA 01501

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

psychiatrists in Southbridge, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Spectrum Neuro Behavioral Care (SNBCare) - Rhode Island Office624.7★ (474)27 mi
27Holistic Well625.0★ (17)36 mi
28Corey Potter, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner625.0★ (28)38 mi
29Iris Brokaw Psychiatry625.0★ (7)18 mi
30C T-Family Care Services Llc623.3★ (6)28 mi
31Dr. Wajahat Faheem, MD623.0★ (4)28 mi
32Beacon View Psychiatry614.2★ (5)26 mi
33Psychiatry and Primary Care614.9★ (40)26 mi
34Kohn Robert, MD615.0★ (16)34 mi
35Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Worcester614.3★ (97)19 mi
36Fatih Kokdere, Psychiatrist615.0★ (15)38 mi
37Serenity Wellness & Psychiatry615.0★ (3)18 mi
38Jain Hira C MD614.1★ (9)32 mi
39Trinity Health Of New England Behavioral Health and Sleep Sevices602.2★ (5)29 mi
40Dr. Warren A. Ong, MD604.0★ (8)32 mi
41Tanya Yanovsky, Psychiatrist604.9★ (37)36 mi
42Cassandra Pierre, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner605.0★ (7)38 mi
43Thrive Integrated Healthcare LLC605.0★ (3)25 mi
44Northwood Behavioral Healthcare: Khreim, Imad MD604.7★ (84)29 mi
45Lorie Resendes Trainor, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner604.8★ (5)38 mi
46Greater Boston Psychiatric Services604.9★ (65)32 mi
47Audrey Hall604.0★ (4)33 mi
48Advanced Psych Services593.4★ (63)21 mi
49Anne Fournier, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner594.9★ (20)36 mi
50Spectrum Neuro Behavioral Care (SNBCare) - Natick594.9★ (773)38 mi

Also serving Southbridge

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 Southbridge
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Anfang Michelle MD5.0★ (2)26 mi
Circle Integrative Psychiatric Group5.0★ (2)22 mi
Dr. Carolyn Sammon, MD4.5★ (2)28 mi
Dr. Clara Kim, MD3.0★ (2)25 mi
Dr. Imad M. Khreim, MD3.0★ (2)17 mi
Dr. John D. Ferris, MD5.0★ (2)22 mi
Dr. Kalpana R. Acharya, MD5.0★ (1)In Southbridge
Dr. Tina I. Render, MDIn Southbridge
Full Bloom Integrative Health5.0★ (2)16 mi
Hmh PsychiatryIn Southbridge
Jodi Stephenson5.0★ (2)28 mi
Leonhardt Merrilee G MD3.0★ (2)17 mi
Mass Counseling Center Inc3.0★ (2)18 mi
Monica Goodrich-Pelletier, Counselor5.0★ (2)12 mi
Patricia Hogan, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner5.0★ (2)12 mi
Psychiatry Haven5.0★ (2)27 mi
UMass Memorial Medical Center - Psychiatry3.5★ (2)20 mi
Virginia Merritt3.0★ (2)In Southbridge
Wayland Square Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, LLC5.0★ (2)18 mi
Western Massachusetts Psychiatric Specialists, L.L.C.5.0★ (2)26 mi

How we ranked Southbridge psychiatrists

We scored 286 Southbridge 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 Southbridge 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 Southbridge: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychiatrist in Southbridge?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychiatrist in Southbridge, MA is Dr. Meenakshi Vemuri, MD with an RP Score of 73/100. It has 2.1★ from 7 Google reviews. Dr. Meenakshi Vemuri (#2) and Boston Neurobehavioral Associates (BNBA) (#3) follow. We ranked 286 psychiatrists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychiatrists are there in Southbridge?

RankedPsychologists ranks 286 psychiatrists serving Southbridge, MA. 1 of them is based in Southbridge; 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 Southbridge work on weekends?

111 of 286 ranked psychiatrists post Saturday hours and 50 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Boston Neurobehavioral Associates (BNBA) (#3), Bright Act Behavioral Center LLC (#10) and Bahnassi Amjad MD (#11). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Southbridge psychiatrists have?

The median Google rating among 286 rated psychiatrists in Southbridge is 4.6★, with a median of 11 reviews. Boston Neurobehavioral Associates (BNBA) has the most, 939 reviews, and ranks #3. 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 Southbridge count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 286 psychiatrists serving Southbridge.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.