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Best Psychologists in Augusta, GA (2026)

51 psychologists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Augusta: Cynthia Butler, PHD, RP Score 76/100; 4.9★ from 10 Google reviews.

  2. 18

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Augusta, 625 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 51 ranked; ranked #18.

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

51 Augusta psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 2 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 51 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Augusta 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 psychologists in Augusta at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Cynthia Butler, PHD764.9★ (10)Augusta—Overall
2Dr Kevin Turner754.2★ (5)Augusta——
3Thomas E. Orr, PhD754.2★ (5)Augusta——
4John C. Whitley III, PhD754.5★ (4)Augusta——
5Paul A. Walters III, PhD755.0★ (3)Augusta——
6Warren Umansky, PHD754.0★ (4)Augusta——
7Dr. Greg S Swanson, PHD743.0★ (4)Augusta——
8Augusta Center For Psychological Services PC734.7★ (6)AugustaSat · Evenings—
9Georgia Psychology & Counseling704.2★ (21)Augusta——
10Sakinah Center705.0★ (7)Augusta——

The 51 best psychologists in Augusta, 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 Augusta

    #1 Cynthia Butler, PHD

    Based in Augusta

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.9★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 10 Google reviews
    Address
    616 4th St, Augusta, GA 30901
    View profile for Cynthia Butler, PHD(706) 828-7548

  2. #2 Dr Kevin Turner

    Based in Augusta

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 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
    103 Rossmore Pl, Augusta, GA 30909
    View profile for Dr Kevin Turner(706) 364-7165

  3. #3 Thomas E. Orr, PhD

    Based in Augusta

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 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
    3643 Walton Wy Ext, Augusta, GA 30909
    View profile for Thomas E. Orr, PhD(706) 729-9595

  6. #6 Warren Umansky, PHD

    Based in Augusta

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 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.

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    3540 Wheeler Rd Ste 302, Augusta, GA 30909
    View profile for Warren Umansky, PHD(706) 736-8500

  7. #7 Dr. Greg S Swanson, PHD

    Based in Augusta

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 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
    3633 Wheeler Rd #110, Augusta, GA 30909
    View profile for Dr. Greg S Swanson, PHD(706) 855-7784

  10. #10 Sakinah Center

    Based in Augusta

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 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–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1105 Furys Ln ste d, Augusta, GA 30907
    View profile for Sakinah Center(803) 220-1853

  11. #11 Dr. Adrian Janit

    Based in Augusta

    69/100RP Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    211 Pleasant Home Rd g1, Augusta, GA 30907
    View profile for Dr. Adrian Janit(706) 364-4599

  12. #12 Joseph Frey, III, Ph.D.

    Based in Augusta

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    454 Furys Ferry Rd, Augusta, GA 30907
    View profile for Joseph Frey, III, Ph.D.(706) 650-2027

  13. #13 Tammara Bryan, Ph. D

    Based in Augusta

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9:30 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 1 PM–5 PM · Thu 1 PM–5:30 PM · Fri 1 PM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    930 Stevens Creek Rd, Augusta, GA 30907
    View profile for Tammara Bryan, Ph. D(706) 830-3620

  14. #14 Davis Adrienne

    Based in Evans, 9 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.8★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    4573 Cox Rd B, Evans, GA 30809
    View profile for Davis Adrienne(706) 922-3027

  17. #17 Educational Assessment Center

    Based in Evans, 11 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4573 Cox Rd Ste B, Evans, GA 30809
    View profile for Educational Assessment Center(706) 842-8985

  19. #19 Stewart Shevitz, Psychiatrist

    Based in Augusta

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.7★ from 76 Google reviews, based in Augusta.

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

    • 4.7★ from 76 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3633 Wheeler Rd Suite 365, Augusta, GA 30909
    View profile for Stewart Shevitz, Psychiatrist(706) 432-6866

  20. #20 Kelly Thorpe, Counselor

    Based in Augusta

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews, based in Augusta.

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

    • 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3633 Wheeler Rd Suite 365, Augusta, GA 30909
    View profile for Kelly Thorpe, Counselor(706) 432-6866

  24. #24 Brian Adams, Counselor

    Based in Augusta

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 14 Google reviews, based in Augusta.

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

    • 4.9★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3633 Wheeler Rd Suite 365, Augusta, GA 30909
    View profile for Brian Adams, Counselor(706) 432-6866

Psychologists 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 51 ranked psychologists here; the rest are on their profiles.

psychologists in Augusta, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Christy McWaters, Counselor575.0★ (10)In Augusta
27Morgan Lueck, Counselor575.0★ (10)In Augusta
28Kathryn Thompson, Counselor574.6★ (11)In Augusta
29Tucker Braddy, Counselor574.9★ (8)In Augusta
30Ebonie Harris, Counselor575.0★ (7)In Augusta
31Dr. Tonjanika Jackson565.0★ (3)In Augusta
32Scott Patterson, Counselor565.0★ (5)In Augusta
33Integrated Psych Solutions563.4★ (8)In Augusta
34Outspoken Counseling and Consulting LLC565.0★ (3)In Augusta
35LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Evans514.5★ (148)10 mi
36Kathy Dexter, Physician Assistant514.9★ (39)10 mi
37Daniela Andronic, Counselor504.8★ (27)10 mi
38LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Grovetown494.5★ (284)13 mi
39Joanna Crockett, Counselor495.0★ (10)10 mi
40Janese Brown, Counselor494.9★ (10)10 mi
41Stefanie Livingston, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner494.9★ (40)13 mi
42Elizabeth Harison, Counselor485.0★ (5)10 mi
43Leslie Owen, Counselor485.0★ (5)10 mi
44Amanda Viola-Brooke, Counselor485.0★ (4)10 mi
45Erin Richardson, Counselor485.0★ (4)10 mi
46Mary Maynard, Counselor485.0★ (4)10 mi
47Donald Weatherford, Counselor484.9★ (25)13 mi
48Glenn Niles, Counselor485.0★ (21)13 mi
49Courtney Matthews, Counselor475.0★ (8)13 mi
50Mina Rodgers, Counselor475.0★ (7)13 mi

Also serving Augusta

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.

Unranked psychologists serving Augusta
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
After Hours Hypnotherapy, LLC5.0★ (52)In Augusta
Augusta Psychiatry and Therapy Associates3.4★ (41)In Augusta
Bridging XVII Counseling Center, LLC4.6★ (11)In Augusta
Catalyst Community Counseling5.0★ (11)In Augusta
Center For Care & Counseling4.2★ (10)In Augusta
Counseling With K, LLC4.3★ (6)In Augusta
Destiny Life Management Group LLC5.0★ (10)In Augusta
Elephant in the Room Counseling Services, LLC4.5★ (25)In Augusta
Ivy Collaborative Healthcare4.8★ (84)In Augusta
Jones Behavioral Health4.6★ (27)In Augusta
Life Management Group4.0★ (23)In Augusta
Madeleine Matthews, Counselor5.0★ (5)In Augusta
Medical College of Georgia at GRU - Psychiatry and Health Behavior1.7★ (6)In Augusta
New Encounters Counseling Services, LLC3.5★ (11)In Augusta
Serene Health Group4.8★ (17)In Augusta
Stoney building3.2★ (12)In Augusta
Transitions of Augusta3.2★ (26)In Augusta
TruTherapy3.7★ (44)In Augusta
Wellstar Psychiatry2.4★ (14)In Augusta
Wilson's Garden Of Hope Play Therapy & Counseling Center3.3★ (23)In Augusta

How we ranked Augusta psychologists

We scored 51 Augusta 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.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Augusta 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 psychologist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure they regularly work with clients who have your concern, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. If you may need testing as well as therapy (for example for ADHD or memory concerns), ask whether the practice does assessments itself.
  4. 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.
  5. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  6. 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 Augusta: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Augusta?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Augusta, GA is Cynthia Butler, PHD with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.9★ from 10 Google reviews. Dr Kevin Turner (#2) and Thomas E. Orr, PhD (#3) follow. We ranked 51 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Augusta?

RankedPsychologists ranks 51 psychologists serving Augusta, GA. 30 of them are based in Augusta; the rest serve it from nearby towns. 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 Augusta work on weekends?

2 of 51 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Augusta Center For Psychological Services PC (#8) and Thriveworks Psychiatry & Counseling Augusta (#15). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Augusta psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 51 rated psychologists in Augusta is 4.9★, with a median of 8 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Augusta has the most, 625 reviews, and ranks #18. 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 Augusta count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Augusta 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 Augusta 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 Augusta

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 51 psychologists serving Augusta.

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