72/100RP Score
Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Best Psychologists in Amherst Center, MA (2026)
30 psychologists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Amherst Center: Frank Shea, MA, LMHC, RP Score 72/100; 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.
- 21
Most-reviewed: West Central Mental Health - West Springfield, 162 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 30 ranked; ranked #21.
Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
30 Amherst Center psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 14 open Saturdays and 8 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.0★ across 30 rated practices.
Top 10 psychologists in Amherst Center 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 | Frank Shea, MA, LMHC | 72 | 4.0★ (4) | Amherst, 1 mi away | — | Overall |
| 2 | Dr. Saline Sharon | 69 | 4.4★ (21) | Northampton, 7 mi away | — | — |
| 3 | Bradley Brummett, PhD, ABN | 67 | 4.8★ (8) | Northampton, 7 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 4 | The Haffey Center | 65 | 3.6★ (7) | Amherst, 2 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 5 | Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Amherst | 64 | 4.4★ (81) | Amherst, 1 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Learning Solutions | 62 | 3.3★ (24) | Northampton, 7 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Center for Counseling and Psychological Health | 57 | 2.8★ (9) | Amherst, 1 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Intensive Therapy Retreats | 57 | 4.8★ (26) | Northampton, 7 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 9 | Valley Medical Group | 56 | 3.0★ (129) | Greenfield, 16 mi away | Sat | — |
| 10 | Care Point of Boston Mental Health & Depression Treatment Center | 56 | 4.9★ (89) | Ludlow, 15 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
The 30 best psychologists in Amherst Center, 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 Northampton, 7 mi away
69/100RP ScoreRanked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.4★ from 21 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Northampton, 7 mi away
67/100RP ScoreRanked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.8★ from 8 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Amherst, 2 mi away
65/100RP ScoreRanked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.6★ from 7 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Amherst, 1 mi away
64/100RP ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.4★ from 81 Google reviews, 1 mi from Amherst Center.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Northampton, 7 mi away
62/100RP ScoreRanked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.3★ from 24 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Amherst, 1 mi away
57/100RP ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.8★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Northampton, 7 mi away
57/100RP ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Greenfield, 16 mi away
56/100RP ScoreRanked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.0★ from 129 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Ludlow, 15 mi away
56/100RP ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 89 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield, 19 mi away
55/100RP ScoreRanked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Northampton, 7 mi away
53/100RP ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in South Hadley, 9 mi away
53/100RP ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.3★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Northampton, 7 mi away
52/100RP ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.1★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in West Springfield, 20 mi away
48/100RP ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 63 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Easthampton, 11 mi away
48/100RP ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Greenfield, 16 mi away
48/100RP ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.6★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Holyoke, 13 mi away
48/100RP ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.5★ from 36 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield, 18 mi away
47/100RP ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.5★ from 112 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Chicopee, 16 mi away
46/100RP ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 55 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in West Springfield, 18 mi away
46/100RP ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 162 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Holyoke, 14 mi away
45/100RP ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield, 20 mi away
41/100RP ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.7★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield, 19 mi away
40/100RP ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.1★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Palmer, 17 mi away
40/100RP ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
All 30 psychologists
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #30, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | RP Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Family Care Counseling Associates | 40 | 3.3★ (7) | 16 mi |
| 27 | Ms. Laurie Chabot | 40 | 4.0★ (4) | 20 mi |
| 28 | Northeast Family Services | 40 | 2.0★ (9) | 17 mi |
| 29 | Latino Counseling Center | 39 | 3.9★ (11) | 19 mi |
| 30 | ADD Center of Western Ma | 38 | 4.7★ (3) | 19 mi |
Also serving Amherst Center
20 more psychologists within 20 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Addleson Benjamin C | 3.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Advance Psychotherapy Practice, Hadley | 5.0★ (1) | In Amherst Center |
| Aviva Psychology Services | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Brain Analysis and NeuroDevelopment (BAND) Center, LLC | In Amherst Center | |
| David L. Tobin, PHD | 3.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| Family Psychological Health | 5.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| Five Villages Trauma Therapy Collective LLC | In Amherst Center | |
| High Street Therapy Associates Inc | 5.0★ (1) | 1 mi |
| Hirshberg Behavioral Health Services | In Amherst Center | |
| Jack T. Laforte Clinical Psychologist | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Judith S. Nissenbaum, PHD | 3.0★ (2) | 14 mi |
| Marcia Black | 5.0★ (2) | 2 mi |
| Marian L. Macdonald, PHD | 1.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Mark D. Caron, PhD | 5.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
| Paul D. Adler, PhD | 3.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| Pickell Brian PHD | 5.0★ (2) | 14 mi |
| Stephane Jacobus, PhD | 3.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| Stephen Brevik, PsyD | 5.0★ (2) | 1 mi |
| Tessera Psychology Services | In Amherst Center | |
| The Heart's Journey: Counseling Held Within a Spiritual Perspective | 5.0★ (12) | In Amherst Center |
How we ranked Amherst Center psychologists
We scored 30 Amherst Center psychologists 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 Amherst Center 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 psychologist
- Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
- Make sure they regularly work with clients who have your concern, and ask what approach they use and why.
- If you may need testing as well as therapy (for example for ADHD or memory concerns), ask whether the practice does assessments itself.
- 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 psychologist
- Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
- Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
- How often do you work with concerns like mine?
- Do you offer psychological testing, or therapy only?
- 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.
Psychologists in Amherst Center: frequently asked questions
Who is the best psychologist in Amherst Center?
By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Amherst Center, MA is Frank Shea, MA, LMHC with an RP Score of 72/100. It has 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews. Dr. Saline Sharon (#2) and Bradley Brummett, PhD, ABN (#3) follow. We ranked 30 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many psychologists are there in Amherst Center?
RankedPsychologists ranks 30 psychologists serving Amherst Center, MA. Another 20 within 20 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 psychologists in Amherst Center work on weekends?
14 of 30 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 8 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Bradley Brummett, PhD, ABN (#3), Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Amherst (#5) and Intensive Therapy Retreats (#8). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.
What Google rating do Amherst Center psychologists have?
The median Google rating among 30 rated psychologists in Amherst Center is 4.0★, with a median of 16 reviews. West Central Mental Health - West Springfield has the most, 162 reviews, and ranks #21. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does RankedPsychologists rank psychologists?
Each psychologist 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 psychologists outside Amherst Center count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Amherst Center city center, our service radius for psychologists. 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 psychologists 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 psychologists in Amherst Center ranked?
Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on psychology 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 psychologist and a therapist?
“Psychologist” is a protected title: only people licensed by a state or provincial psychology board may use it. Most hold a doctorate (PhD or PsyD) and are trained in psychological testing as well as therapy. “Therapist” is a general word: licensed counselors, clinical social workers and marriage and family therapists also provide therapy under their own licenses.
Can I see a psychologist 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 Amherst Center
- November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 30 psychologists serving Amherst Center.
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Psychologists near Amherst Center
- Psychologists in Amherst, MA30 ranked
- Psychologists in Northampton, MA35 ranked
- Psychologists in South Hadley, MA34 ranked
- Psychologists in Easthampton, MA33 ranked
- Psychologists in Holyoke, MA35 ranked
- Psychologists in North Chicopee, MA35 ranked
- Psychologists in Ludlow, MA36 ranked
- Psychologists in Greenfield, MA12 ranked
- Psychologists in Chicopee, MA34 ranked
- Psychologists in Palmer, MA33 ranked
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- Therapists and counselors in Amherst Center65 ranked
- Child and teen therapists in Amherst Center9 ranked
- Couples therapists in Amherst Center18 ranked
- Family therapists in Amherst Center19 ranked
- Psychiatrists in Amherst Center98 ranked
- Clinical social workers in Amherst Center34 ranked
- Addiction counselors in Amherst Center106 ranked
- ABA therapy providers in Amherst Center21 ranked
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