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Best Psychologists in Cocoa Beach, FL (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Cocoa Beach: Donald A. Stewart, PsyD, RP Score 75/100; 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews.

  2. 22

    Most-reviewed: Bella Psychological & Wellness Services, 83 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 49 ranked; ranked #22.

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

49 Cocoa Beach psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 3 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.3★ across 49 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Cocoa Beach 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 Cocoa Beach at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inBest for
1Donald A. Stewart, PsyD754.3★ (12)Cocoa BeachOverall
2Family & Pediatric Clinic745.0★ (5)Cocoa Beach—
3The Brave Method by Dr. Steph705.0★ (14)Cocoa Beach—
4Cocoa Beach Child Psychology695.0★ (11)Cocoa Beach—
5Richard J. O'Halloran, Ph.D.684.3★ (6)Merritt Island, 7 mi away—
6Nancy M. Wenk, PsyD674.3★ (4)Cocoa, 7 mi away—
7Mortensen Margaret R PHD674.2★ (5)Merritt Island, 8 mi away—
8Stephen E. Nassar, PsyD643.5★ (8)Melbourne, 11 mi away—
9Dr. Charles Stevens624.4★ (14)Melbourne, 9 mi away—
10Kinder Konsulting & Parents Too624.0★ (5)Cocoa, 7 mi away—

The 49 best psychologists in Cocoa Beach, 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 Cocoa Beach

    #1 Donald A. Stewart, PsyD

    Based in Cocoa Beach

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews
    Address
    1980 N Atlantic Ave Ste 501, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
    View profile for Donald A. Stewart, PsyD(321) 784-1888

  4. #4 Cocoa Beach Child Psychology

    Based in Cocoa Beach

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    166 Center St Ste 231, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920
    View profile for Cocoa Beach Child Psychology(321) 282-1475

  6. #6 Nancy M. Wenk, PsyD

    Based in Cocoa, 7 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.3★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    317 Riveredge Blvd Suite 104, Cocoa, FL 32922
    View profile for Nancy M. Wenk, PsyD(321) 264-1105

  7. #7 Mortensen Margaret R PHD

    Based in Merritt Island, 8 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 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
    2235 N Courtenay Pkwy, Merritt Island, FL 32953
    View profile for Mortensen Margaret R PHD(321) 327-5952

  8. #8 Stephen E. Nassar, PsyD

    Based in Melbourne, 11 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    3684 N Wickham Rd B, Melbourne, FL 32935
    View profile for Stephen E. Nassar, PsyD(321) 751-3636

  9. #9 Dr. Charles Stevens

    Based in Melbourne, 9 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    7341 Office Park Pl Ste 107, Melbourne, FL 32940
    View profile for Dr. Charles Stevens(321) 777-9961

  12. #12 Melbourne Integrative Psychology

    Based in Melbourne, 8 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–4 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3270 Suntree Blvd Ste 216, Melbourne, FL 32940
    View profile for Melbourne Integrative Psychology(321) 757-4058

  15. #15 Wende J. Anderson, PsyD

    Based in Melbourne, 16 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    100 Rialto Pl, Melbourne, FL 32901
    View profile for Wende J. Anderson, PsyD(321) 541-1250

  16. #16 Circles of Care- Outreach

    Based in Melbourne, 15 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    4450 W Eau Gallie Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32934
    View profile for Circles of Care- Outreach(321) 726-2860

  17. #17 Valerie Allen, EDD

    Based in Melbourne, 15 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.6★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.6★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    551 S Apollo Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32901
    View profile for Valerie Allen, EDD(321) 722-3430

  18. #18 Jeffrey Williamson Phd

    Based in Melbourne, 12 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.3★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3000 N Wickham Rd Ste 10, Melbourne, FL 32935
    View profile for Jeffrey Williamson Phd(321) 610-4703

  21. #21 Brevard Health Alliance

    Based in Melbourne, 16 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.0★ from 28 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1315 Valentine St, Melbourne, FL 32901
    View profile for Brevard Health Alliance(321) 241-6800

  23. #23 Scott M. Kaplan, PsyD

    Based in Palm Bay, 20 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.9★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 11 Google reviews
    Address
    1501 Robert J Conlan Blvd NE #100, Palm Bay, FL 32905
    View profile for Scott M. Kaplan, PsyD(321) 676-3474

  24. #24 Discovery Counseling Services LLC

    Based in Merritt Island, 7 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun 3 PM–6 PM
    Address
    1353 N Courtenay Pkwy Ste l, Merritt Island, FL 32953
    View profile for Discovery Counseling Services LLC(321) 978-5122

  25. #25 Starfish Collaborative Care

    Based in Melbourne, 16 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 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 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    341 4th Ave, Indialantic, FL 32903
    View profile for Starfish Collaborative Care(321) 313-4116

All 49 psychologists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #49, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

psychologists in Cocoa Beach, ranks 26 to 49
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Thriveworks Psychiatry & Counseling Melbourne554.6★ (35)11 mi
27Kelly L Rain, Ph.D.555.0★ (7)16 mi
28Dr. Susan Sullivan, PhD552.0★ (4)20 mi
29Psychology Associate-Brevard543.6★ (17)8 mi
30Monarch Educational and Psychological Services544.3★ (6)8 mi
31Community Psychological Services534.3★ (4)18 mi
32Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center503.8★ (10)7 mi
33Baytree Behavioral Health504.7★ (15)9 mi
34Ellie Mental Health494.6★ (10)8 mi
35Pamper Your Mind, LLC495.0★ (11)10 mi
36Circles of Care, Inc493.2★ (71)8 mi
37Livewell Behavioral Health494.4★ (13)9 mi
38New Hope Counseling Center483.8★ (32)10 mi
39Holding Hands Counseling Services Inc.473.7★ (9)13 mi
40Harmony United Psychiatric Care464.3★ (27)14 mi
41Brevard Health Alliance454.9★ (55)17 mi
42LiveWell Behavioral Health454.3★ (33)15 mi
43Harmony United Psychiatric Care454.3★ (40)16 mi
44Balanced Wellbeing LLC433.0★ (6)14 mi
45Beachside Counseling & Wellness, LLC434.1★ (9)16 mi
46Circles of Care423.2★ (68)16 mi
47Employee & Family Assistance Consultants415.0★ (3)20 mi
48Circles of Care413.4★ (11)17 mi
49Atlantic Psychiatric Center393.4★ (64)20 mi

Also serving Cocoa Beach

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 Cocoa Beach
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Charlotte Lehton, MA3.0★ (8)In Cocoa Beach
Crystal Clear Counseling5.0★ (6)In Cocoa Beach
Diana Chaitovitz5.0★ (2)16 mi
Dr. Krista GreenfieldIn Cocoa Beach
Dr. Roger LaVine5.0★ (1)In Cocoa Beach
Duncan Bowen, Ph.D PAIn Cocoa Beach
Elements Therapy and WellnessIn Cocoa Beach
Erin Barber5.0★ (2)6 mi
Graber Counseling, LLC5.0★ (2)6 mi
Joseph LlinasIn Cocoa Beach
Kathy D. Pearce, PsyD3.0★ (2)16 mi
Kristopher J. Olsen, PHD4.5★ (2)8 mi
McMunn Mental Wellness GroupIn Cocoa Beach
Mindful Support & Mental Health Solutions5.0★ (1)In Cocoa Beach
Molly Larson5.0★ (2)16 mi
Peace Club Inc.5.0★ (10)In Cocoa Beach
Peace Place Counseling and Wellness, LLC5.0★ (2)7 mi
Sherri M. Lorraine, PHD5.0★ (2)16 mi
Space Coast Counseling Center Inc4.5★ (8)In Cocoa Beach
Space Coast Psychiatry4.3★ (12)In Cocoa Beach

How we ranked Cocoa Beach psychologists

We scored 49 Cocoa Beach 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 Cocoa Beach 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 Cocoa Beach: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Cocoa Beach?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Cocoa Beach, FL is Donald A. Stewart, PsyD with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews. Family & Pediatric Clinic (#2) and The Brave Method by Dr. Steph (#3) follow. We ranked 49 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Cocoa Beach?

RankedPsychologists ranks 49 psychologists serving Cocoa Beach, FL. 4 of them are based in Cocoa Beach; 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 Cocoa Beach work on weekends?

3 of 49 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Beachside Behavioral Health Services (#19) and Discovery Counseling Services LLC (#24). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Cocoa Beach psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 49 rated psychologists in Cocoa Beach is 4.3★, with a median of 11 reviews. Bella Psychological & Wellness Services has the most, 83 reviews, and ranks #22. 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 Cocoa Beach count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Cocoa Beach 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 Cocoa Beach 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 Cocoa Beach

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 49 psychologists serving Cocoa Beach.

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