76/100RP Score
Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.6★ from 339 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Best Psychiatrists in Valley Stream, NY (2026)
1,233 psychiatrists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Valley Stream: Dr. Scott Albin & Associates, RP Score 76/100; 4.6★ from 339 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 29
Most-reviewed: MyWellbrook Health Psychiatry, 1,047 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 1,233 ranked; ranked #29.
Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
1,233 Valley Stream psychiatrists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 348 open Saturdays and 185 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 1,233 rated practices.
Top 10 psychiatrists in Valley Stream 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.
| Rank | Business | RP Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Scott Albin & Associates | 76 | 4.6★ (339) | Garden City, 6 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | NYC Psychiatric Associates | 74 | 4.8★ (790) | New York City, 15 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Rapps Psychiatry | 74 | 5.0★ (11) | West Hempstead, 3 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Aronov Bella A MD | 74 | 4.9★ (30) | Garden City, 6 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | Mark Rybakov, DO | 74 | 5.0★ (233) | Brooklyn, 15 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Mindful Care Psychiatry And Therapy | 74 | 4.4★ (524) | West Hempstead, 4 mi away | Sun · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Legendary online Psychiatry | 73 | 5.0★ (18) | Baychester, 14 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Envision Psychiatry, NP | 73 | 5.0★ (30) | Valley Stream | Sat | — |
| 9 | Carpio Marco T MD | 73 | 5.0★ (3) | Lynbrook, 2 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Nicholas Obertis, PA | Psychiatry | 73 | 4.9★ (49) | West Hempstead, 4 mi away | Sun | — |
The 1,233 best psychiatrists in Valley Stream, 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.
Based in New York City, 15 mi away
74/100RP ScoreRanked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.8★ from 790 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in West Hempstead, 3 mi away
74/100RP ScoreRanked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Garden City, 6 mi away
74/100RP ScoreRanked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.9★ from 30 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Brooklyn, 15 mi away
74/100RP ScoreRanked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 233 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in West Hempstead, 4 mi away
74/100RP ScoreRanked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.4★ from 524 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Baychester, 14 mi away
73/100RP ScoreRanked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Valley Stream
73/100RP ScoreRanked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Lynbrook, 2 mi away
73/100RP ScoreRanked #9 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.
Based in West Hempstead, 4 mi away
73/100RP ScoreRanked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.9★ from 49 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Jamaica, 6 mi away
73/100RP ScoreRanked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.3★ from 56 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
#12 Mark Rybakov, DO
Based in New York City, 15 mi away
73/100RP ScoreRanked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.9★ from 164 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in New York City, 16 mi away
73/100RP ScoreRanked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.5★ from 67 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Garden City, 6 mi away
73/100RP ScoreRanked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Forest Hills, 8 mi away
73/100RP ScoreRanked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.8★ from 417 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#16 Jazz Psychiatry
Based in Garden City, 6 mi away
72/100RP ScoreRanked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.9★ from 49 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Hempstead, 6 mi away
72/100RP ScoreRanked #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.
#18 Skypiatrist
Based in Brooklyn, 14 mi away
72/100RP ScoreRanked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.4★ from 261 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Far Rockaway, 5 mi away
72/100RP ScoreRanked #19 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.
Based in Brooklyn, 14 mi away
72/100RP ScoreRanked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Garden City, 6 mi away
72/100RP ScoreRanked #21 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.
Based in Brooklyn, 10 mi away
71/100RP ScoreRanked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.8★ from 12 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Great Neck, 8 mi away
71/100RP ScoreRanked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
#24 Dr. George Bush
Based in Garden City, 6 mi away
71/100RP ScoreRanked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.5★ from 14 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Massapequa, 13 mi away
71/100RP ScoreRanked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.9★ from 31 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
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 1,233 ranked psychiatrists here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Valley Stream
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.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Amanda Moore, Counselor | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Angela Scicutella | 5.0★ (2) | 8 mi |
| Dr. Anjum Azam, MD | 5.0★ (1) | In Valley Stream |
| Dr. Cesar D. Florita, MD | 2.5★ (2) | 4 mi |
| Dr. Espiridion Elio | In Valley Stream | |
| Dr. Eve Sisser Sullivan, MD | 3.0★ (2) | 8 mi |
| Dr. Stanley P. Reddy, MD | 1.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Eileen Mercado, Counselor | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Empire Psychiatry | 5.0★ (2) | 3 mi |
| Erica Giovanna Lo Re, DO | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Hagop Gorgissian MD | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Janet M.Buckner, MD | 3.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Jasmine Mathurin, Counselor | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Journey into Life, NP in Psychiatry | 5.0★ (2) | 8 mi |
| Maria Carmona, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Mendelowitz Alan MD | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| MYM Child & Adult Psychiatry | 5.0★ (2) | 5 mi |
| Obehioya Theresa Irumudomon, MD | 3.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Rave Psychiatry | 1.0★ (2) | 2 mi |
| Singer Andrew MD | 4.5★ (2) | 2 mi |
How we ranked Valley Stream psychiatrists
We scored 1,233 Valley Stream 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Valley Stream data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Review volume | 5% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of Google reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availability | Measured |
| Specialty focus | 25% | How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 15% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
How to choose a psychiatrist
- Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
- Make sure psychiatry is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
- Ask whether the practice offers therapy as well as medication management, or medication visits only.
- Check whether you need a referral from your family doctor; in Canada a referral is usually required for publicly covered psychiatric care.
- 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.
- Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
- 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 Valley Stream: frequently asked questions
Who is the best psychiatrist in Valley Stream?
By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychiatrist in Valley Stream, NY is Dr. Scott Albin & Associates with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.6★ from 339 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. NYC Psychiatric Associates (#2) and Rapps Psychiatry (#3) follow. We ranked 1,233 psychiatrists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many psychiatrists are there in Valley Stream?
RankedPsychologists ranks 1,233 psychiatrists serving Valley Stream, NY. 1 of them is based in Valley Stream; 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 Valley Stream work on weekends?
348 of 1,233 ranked psychiatrists post Saturday hours and 185 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Dr. Scott Albin & Associates (#1), NYC Psychiatric Associates (#2) and Rapps Psychiatry (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.
What Google rating do Valley Stream psychiatrists have?
The median Google rating among 1,233 rated psychiatrists in Valley Stream is 4.5★, with a median of 11 reviews. MyWellbrook Health Psychiatry has the most, 1,047 reviews, and ranks #29. 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 Valley Stream count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Valley Stream 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 Valley Stream 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 Valley Stream
- November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 1,233 psychiatrists serving Valley Stream.
- November 2026: 4 duplicate listings merged.
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