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Best Psychologists in Charlottesville, VA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Charlottesville: Barbara R. Troncoso, Ph.D., RP Score 77/100; 2.5★ from 6 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 10

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Charlottesville, 107 Google reviews at 4.3★, the most of 17 ranked; ranked #10.

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

17 Charlottesville psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 4 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 17 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Barbara R. Troncoso, Ph.D.772.5★ (6)CharlottesvilleSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Charlottesville Empowerment: Counseling and Wellness Services, LLC765.0★ (4)Charlottesville——
3Poehailos Dupont & Associates753.7★ (6)Charlottesville——
4Sandra Newhouse, Ph.D.755.0★ (3)Charlottesville——
5Dr. David C. Streicher, PhD735.0★ (37)CharlottesvilleEvenings—
6UVA Health Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Clinic692.6★ (15)Charlottesville——
7The Ainsworth Attachment Clinic & The Circle of Security Network682.3★ (3)Charlottesville——
8Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Charlottesville664.8★ (77)CharlottesvilleSat · Sun · Evenings—
9Lifebulb664.8★ (62)CharlottesvilleSat · Sun · Evenings—
10Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Charlottesville654.3★ (107)CharlottesvilleSat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews

The 17 best psychologists in Charlottesville, 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 Charlottesville

    #1 Barbara R. Troncoso, Ph.D.

    Based in Charlottesville

    77/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.5★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.5★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    535 Westfield Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22901
    View profile for Barbara R. Troncoso, Ph.D.(434) 975-3510

  4. #4 Sandra Newhouse, Ph.D.

    Based in Charlottesville

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    914 E High St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
    View profile for Sandra Newhouse, Ph.D.(434) 974-7974

  5. #5 Dr. David C. Streicher, PhD

    Based in Charlottesville

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 37 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 37 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1101 E Jefferson St STE 1, Charlottesville, VA 22902
    View profile for Dr. David C. Streicher, PhD(434) 227-5624

  7. #7 The Ainsworth Attachment Clinic & The Circle of Security Network

    Based in Charlottesville

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child 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
    914 E Jefferson St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
    View profile for The Ainsworth Attachment Clinic & The Circle of Security Network(434) 984-2722

  9. #9 Lifebulb

    Based in Charlottesville

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 62 Google reviews, based in Charlottesville.

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

    • 4.8★ from 62 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–10 PM · Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun 10 AM–4 PM
    Address
    2340 Commonwealth Dr Ste 0101, Charlottesville, VA 22901
    View profile for Lifebulb(434) 214-6556

  11. #11 Dr. Emy Monday

    Based in Scranton, 7 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9:30 AM–6 PM · Tue 12 PM–6 PM · Wed 9:30 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for Dr. Emy Monday(828) 771-6187

  13. #13 Patricia Jones, Psy.D. dba Soaring Heights Psychological Services LLC

    Based in Portsmouth Heights, 12 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 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–Tue 1 PM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–2 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    View profile for Patricia Jones, Psy.D. dba Soaring Heights Psychological Services LLC(757) 657-8063

  16. #16 White Oak Counseling

    Based in Charlottesville

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.5★ from 16 Google reviews, based in Charlottesville.

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

    • 4.5★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    103 S Pantops Dr #203, Charlottesville, VA 22911
    View profile for White Oak Counseling(434) 394-0220

Also serving Charlottesville

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 Charlottesville
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Active & Connected Family Therapy, Charlottesville-East5.0★ (5)In Charlottesville
Autumn Oak Counseling5.0★ (2)In Charlottesville
Carrie Schaffer, PHD1.0★ (1)In Charlottesville
Cathleen A Rea PhD5.0★ (1)In Charlottesville
Charlottesville Center for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy4.5★ (20)In Charlottesville
Damiani L Michelle5.0★ (2)In Charlottesville
Dr. Julia Blodgett5.0★ (2)In Charlottesville
Dr. Stewart Beazell1.0★ (1)In Charlottesville
Elgort Andrew C5.0★ (2)In Charlottesville
Frank M Pasciuti, Ph.D.5.0★ (1)In Charlottesville
Full Life; Counseling and Group Therapy5.0★ (2)In Charlottesville
Mark Ratzlaff5.0★ (1)In Charlottesville
Mc Namara Stephen MD3.8★ (13)In Charlottesville
Michelle S Sirch PHD Lpc5.0★ (2)In Charlottesville
Morgan Hickman, LCSW- Green Pastures Counseling, LLC3.0★ (2)In Charlottesville
Piedmont Counseling Collective, LLC5.0★ (6)In Charlottesville
Rebecca L. Ginsberg, PHD5.0★ (1)In Charlottesville
Rivanna Counseling5.0★ (1)In Charlottesville
Russell Grieger PH.D5.0★ (2)In Charlottesville
Splaun Psychotherapy, PLLC5.0★ (2)In Charlottesville

How we ranked Charlottesville psychologists

We scored 17 Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Charlottesville?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Charlottesville, VA is Barbara R. Troncoso, Ph.D. with an RP Score of 77/100. It has 2.5★ from 6 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Charlottesville Empowerment: Counseling and Wellness Services, LLC (#2) and Poehailos Dupont & Associates (#3) follow. We ranked 17 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Charlottesville?

RankedPsychologists ranks 17 psychologists serving Charlottesville, VA. 15 of them are based in Charlottesville; 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 Charlottesville work on weekends?

4 of 17 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Barbara R. Troncoso, Ph.D. (#1), Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Charlottesville (#8) and Lifebulb (#9). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Charlottesville psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 17 rated psychologists in Charlottesville is 4.8★, with a median of 7 reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Charlottesville has the most, 107 reviews, and ranks #10. 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 Charlottesville count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 17 psychologists serving Charlottesville.

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