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Best Psychologists in Birmingham, AL (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Birmingham: Trussville Mental Health, RP Score 71/100; 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

  2. 16

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Birmingham, 127 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 59 ranked; ranked #16.

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

59 Birmingham psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 6 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.3★ across 59 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Birmingham 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 Birmingham at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inBest for
1Trussville Mental Health714.0★ (8)BirminghamOverall
2David Goldberg, Psy.D.715.0★ (4)Birmingham—
3Barbara Nissenbaum, PSYD715.0★ (4)Birmingham—
4Adult and Child Development Professionals, LLC715.0★ (3)Birmingham—
5Rebecca Dossett, Ph.D., LPC713.1★ (7)Birmingham—
6West Delisa/Neuropsychology702.3★ (3)Birmingham—
7Grayson & Associates: Haigler Edward D MD691.5★ (8)Birmingham—
8Laili Markert, PHD684.4★ (5)Homewood, 3 mi away—
9Mitchells Place684.7★ (21)Birmingham—
10Joel Melvin, Ph.D.685.0★ (17)Birmingham—

The 59 best psychologists in Birmingham, 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 Birmingham

    #1 Trussville Mental Health

    Based in Birmingham

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    2363 Carraway St, Birmingham, AL 35235
    View profile for Trussville Mental Health(205) 542-3507

  2. #2 David Goldberg, Psy.D.

    Based in Birmingham

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    400 Office Park Dr #120, Birmingham, AL 35223
    View profile for David Goldberg, Psy.D.(205) 380-6304

  8. #8 Laili Markert, PHD

    Based in Homewood, 3 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.4★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    1903 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood, AL 35209
    View profile for Laili Markert, PHD(205) 877-3558

  9. #9 Mitchells Place

    Based in Birmingham

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.7★ from 21 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4778 Overton Rd, Birmingham, AL 35210
    View profile for Mitchells Place(205) 957-0294

  10. #10 Joel Melvin, Ph.D.

    Based in Birmingham

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3037 Massey Rd, Birmingham, AL 35216
    View profile for Joel Melvin, Ph.D.(205) 874-9805

  11. #11 Dr. David Myers PHD

    Based in Birmingham

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2112 11th Ave S #340, Birmingham, AL 35205
    View profile for Dr. David Myers PHD(205) 251-8808

  12. #12 Vulcan Psychology Group

    Based in Birmingham

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3840 Ridgeway Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
    View profile for Vulcan Psychology Group(205) 377-4642

  14. #14 DONALD R CORNELIUS

    Based in Vestavia Hills, 4 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    1776 Independence Ct #302, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
    View profile for DONALD R CORNELIUS(205) 506-0322

  15. #15 Adeel Rabbani, MD

    Based in Birmingham

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.2★ from 105 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.2★ from 105 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2016 Stonegate Trail Suite 112, Birmingham, AL 35242
    View profile for Adeel Rabbani, MD(205) 440-6292

  18. #18 Wayne W. Krug, Ph.D.

    Based in Birmingham

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    100 Century Park S Ste 102, Birmingham, AL 35226
    View profile for Wayne W. Krug, Ph.D.(205) 565-6554

  19. #19 Cahaba Psychology Center

    Based in Birmingham

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.6★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.6★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2 Riverchase Office Plaza, Birmingham, AL 35244
    View profile for Cahaba Psychology Center(205) 403-0955

  20. #20 Christine E. Agee, PHD

    Based in Birmingham

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.2★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.2★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2200 Lakeshore Dr #150, Birmingham, AL 35209
    View profile for Christine E. Agee, PHD(205) 871-6926

  21. #21 Dr. Charles Daniel Lowery, PhD

    Based in Birmingham

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    PRI Counseling, Psychiatry, Nutrition, 1310 Alford Ave Ste 201, Birmingham, AL 35226
    View profile for Dr. Charles Daniel Lowery, PhD(205) 979-6822

  22. #22 Alan D Blotcky

    Based in Birmingham

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.5★ from 22 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.5★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    529 Beacon Pkwy W #107, Birmingham, AL 35209
    View profile for Alan D Blotcky(205) 912-7171

  25. #25 Wellspring Christian Clinic

    Based in Vestavia Hills, 7 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.3★ from 30 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 30 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3104 Blue Lake Dr #100, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243
    View profile for Wellspring Christian Clinic(205) 977-3003

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 59 ranked psychologists here; the rest are on their profiles.

psychologists in Birmingham, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Litton & Yarbrough Therapeutic Services625.0★ (7)6 mi
27Janzen Gayle S PhD614.3★ (4)11 mi
28Christopher E. Litton, PSY614.5★ (6)6 mi
29Thrive Counseling & Psychology Trussville614.8★ (22)In Birmingham
30Ellie Mental Health604.6★ (14)In Birmingham
31Ackerson & Associates603.3★ (14)7 mi
32Birmingham Neuropsychology603.3★ (3)6 mi
33Richard Azrin, Ph.D., Neuropsychologist603.0★ (4)6 mi
34Thrive Counseling & Psychology - Corporate & Mailing Address603.8★ (33)In Birmingham
35Links 2 Learning Consulting, LLC593.9★ (15)8 mi
36Thrive Counseling & Psychology Vestavia Hills595.0★ (123)8 mi
37Neville Cynthia591.0★ (3)12 mi
38Empower Counseling595.0★ (73)In Birmingham
39Bondurant Teresa585.0★ (4)15 mi
40Level 3 Sports, LLC565.0★ (8)14 mi
41Sparrow Counseling544.7★ (14)In Birmingham
42Taproot Therapy Collective544.7★ (22)9 mi
43J R Moore & Associates | Counseling & Psychological Services534.7★ (23)12 mi
44The Collective Therapy Center - Birmingham535.0★ (8)In Birmingham
45Shelby Psychological Services, Inc.533.4★ (5)15 mi
46Donald Cornelius533.0★ (4)3 mi
47Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center523.4★ (7)In Birmingham
48Early Autism Services- Vestavia Hills, Alabama503.3★ (11)7 mi
49Thrive Counseling & Psychology Hoover505.0★ (4)10 mi
50Birmingham Anxiety & Trauma Therapy504.4★ (38)7 mi

Also serving Birmingham

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 Birmingham
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Ally Psychiatry - Valleydale Rd.3.2★ (82)In Birmingham
Ally Psychiatry Vestavia Hills2.8★ (79)In Birmingham
Calcinatio Collective5.0★ (37)In Birmingham
Child'sPlay Therapy Center4.7★ (122)In Birmingham
Grayson & Associates PC2.2★ (148)In Birmingham
Grayson & Associates, P.C.2.5★ (45)In Birmingham
Hill Crest Behavioral Health Services2.6★ (242)In Birmingham
Integrated Behavioral Health4.0★ (161)In Birmingham
J Reynolds Counseling & Consulting2.7★ (29)In Birmingham
JBS Mental Health Authority2.5★ (28)In Birmingham
Noah's Ark Child and Family Treatment Center2.1★ (35)In Birmingham
Pathway Healthcare4.6★ (93)In Birmingham
Psychiatry South1.7★ (55)In Birmingham
Simon McClure2.9★ (43)In Birmingham
Strive Counseling Services, LLC4.6★ (30)In Birmingham
The Lovelady Center4.2★ (157)In Birmingham
TherapyWorks5.0★ (31)In Birmingham
UAB Center For Psychiatric Medicine2.9★ (39)In Birmingham
UAB Department of Psychiatry2.6★ (41)In Birmingham
Yellow Bird Counseling, LLC4.7★ (56)In Birmingham

How we ranked Birmingham psychologists

We scored 59 Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Birmingham?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Birmingham, AL is Trussville Mental Health with an RP Score of 71/100. It has 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews. David Goldberg, Psy.D. (#2) and Barbara Nissenbaum, PSYD (#3) follow. We ranked 59 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Birmingham?

RankedPsychologists ranks 59 psychologists serving Birmingham, AL. 27 of them are based in Birmingham; 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 Birmingham work on weekends?

6 of 59 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Birmingham (#16) and Longleaf Wellness Birmingham (#24). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Birmingham psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 59 rated psychologists in Birmingham is 4.3★, with a median of 8 reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Birmingham has the most, 127 reviews, and ranks #16. 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 Birmingham count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 59 psychologists serving Birmingham.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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