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Best Psychologists in Destrehan, LA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Destrehan: Tracey Murry, PhD, RP Score 66/100; 4.9★ from 26 Google reviews.

  2. 41

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Psychiatry & Counseling New Orleans, 56 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 55 ranked; ranked #41.

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

55 Destrehan psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 9 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 55 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Destrehan 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 Destrehan at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inBest for
1Tracey Murry, PhD664.9★ (26)Jefferson, 13 mi awayOverall
2Yelena Johnson, PhD665.0★ (9)Metairie, 11 mi away—
3Jacklyn N. Ruhl, PhD654.9★ (15)New Orleans, 13 mi away—
4Michele M. Larzelere, PhD655.0★ (14)Jefferson, 13 mi away—
5Sunni J. Primeaux, PhD, MP655.0★ (14)New Orleans, 13 mi away—
6Helen Stavros, PhD, LCSW645.0★ (10)New Orleans, 13 mi away—
7Behavioral Health & Development Center644.3★ (6)Metairie, 11 mi away—
8Carrie Christiane Creveling, PhD645.0★ (9)New Orleans, 13 mi away—
9Carlos Reinoso, PHD645.0★ (4)Metairie, 11 mi away—
10Emily Crochet, PsyD644.6★ (10)New Orleans, 13 mi away—

The 55 best psychologists in Destrehan, 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 Destrehan

    Based in Jefferson, 13 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.9★ from 26 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 26 Google reviews
    Address
    1515 River Rd, Jefferson, LA 70121
  2. Based in Metairie, 11 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Address
    4901 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA 70006
  3. Based in New Orleans, 13 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.9★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 15 Google reviews
    Address
    1605 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121
  4. Based in New Orleans, 13 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Address
    1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121
  5. Based in Metairie, 11 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 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
    4517 Lorino St, Metairie, LA 70006
  6. Based in New Orleans, 13 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews
    Address
    1315 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121
  7. Based in New Orleans, 13 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    1605 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121
  8. Based in New Orleans, 13 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.4★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 9 Google reviews
    Address
    1605 Jefferson Hwy 6th Floor, New Orleans, LA 70121
  9. Based in Metairie, 12 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 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
    3108 Cleary Ave Ste 104, Metairie, LA 70002
  10. Based in New Orleans, 13 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 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
    1605 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121
  11. Based in New Orleans, 13 mi away

    63/100RP 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
    1605 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121
  12. Based in New Orleans, 13 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child 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
    1315 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121
  13. Based in Kenner, 9 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3329 Florida Ave Ste 210, Kenner, LA 70065
  14. Based in New Orleans, 17 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.8★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 11 Google reviews
    Address
    1532 Allen Toussaint Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70122
  15. 59/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    315 Metairie Rd #200, Metairie, LA 70005
  16. Based in New Orleans, 15 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 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–Tue 7 AM–7:30 PM · Wed–Fri 7 AM–6 PM · Sat 10:30 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4904 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115
  17. Based in Metairie, 11 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 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–Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    Boy Scouts of America Headquarters, 4200 S I-10 Service Rd W Ste 225, Metairie, LA 70001
  18. Based in Metairie, 12 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 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–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    118 Ridgelake Dr, Metairie, LA 70001

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

psychologists in Destrehan, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Southern Psychological Specialists572.0★ (5)16 mi
27Brennan Behavior Group - Main Office573.5★ (46)14 mi
28Jefferson Neurobehavioral Group573.5★ (6)13 mi
29Suzanne Klenck, Ph.D., LLC573.9★ (7)13 mi
30Powanda Christine PHD575.0★ (4)19 mi
31The Terrebonne Group Psychologists & Therapists575.0★ (8)15 mi
32Mercy Family Center - Metairie563.6★ (5)14 mi
33Dr. Robert Gervey565.0★ (3)20 mi
34Children's Bureau of New Orleans554.0★ (12)17 mi
35Dr. Robert A. Dahmes, MD553.7★ (3)20 mi
36Rebecca AE Smith PhD LLC555.0★ (3)16 mi
37Richard John Wakeman, Ph.D., A.B.P.P.553.4★ (5)16 mi
38Barry D. Schwartz, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist543.7★ (3)16 mi
39Howze Beverly A545.0★ (8)17 mi
40Gestalt Institute And Relationship Center of New Orleans534.2★ (5)12 mi
41Thriveworks Psychiatry & Counseling New Orleans524.5★ (56)16 mi
42New Orleans Psychotherapy Associates512.8★ (4)20 mi
43Voodoo And Magic504.1★ (12)18 mi
44Canis Integrated Behavior Solutions484.8★ (49)18 mi
45Jefferson Psychiatric Associates482.7★ (45)11 mi
46Well Psychotherapy475.0★ (10)16 mi
47Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Center of New Orleans464.0★ (8)15 mi
48Behavioral Health Counseling and Consulting464.4★ (19)13 mi
49Chandler RxP Psychopharmacology Services455.0★ (18)15 mi
50Garden District Mental Health434.5★ (8)15 mi

Also serving Destrehan

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 Destrehan
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
A Safe Space of St. CharlesIn Destrehan
Alan Behrman & Associates2.5★ (2)15 mi
Arnold H. James, PhD5.0★ (2)14 mi
Child Advocacy ServicesIn Destrehan
Darling Laurie Z PhD3.0★ (2)13 mi
Dr Scott Brothers Phd5.0★ (2)9 mi
Dr. Ginette Grube RxP Services5.0★ (2)18 mi
Dr. Jonathan Chandler4.5★ (2)15 mi
Gengel Stacey3.0★ (2)16 mi
Guided Growth Counseling, LLCIn Destrehan
Higgins Psychological Services: Higgins Leslie C PsyD5.0★ (2)11 mi
Honey Estapa, LCSW3.0★ (2)13 mi
Irena Schmidt, LCSW3.7★ (3)In Destrehan
Lake Wellness - BoutteIn Destrehan
Randee L. Booksh, Ph.D.5.0★ (2)12 mi
Roussel Danny K2.0★ (4)In Destrehan
Serenity Blooms LLCIn Destrehan
Sunflower Blossom Therapies5.0★ (12)In Destrehan
Veronica Savana, LPCSIn Destrehan
Vincent J. Carbone, PHD3.0★ (2)14 mi

How we ranked Destrehan psychologists

We scored 55 Destrehan 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 Destrehan 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 Destrehan: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Destrehan?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Destrehan, LA is Tracey Murry, PhD with an RP Score of 66/100. It has 4.9★ from 26 Google reviews. Yelena Johnson, PhD (#2) and Jacklyn N. Ruhl, PhD (#3) follow. We ranked 55 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Destrehan?

RankedPsychologists ranks 55 psychologists serving Destrehan, LA. 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 Destrehan work on weekends?

9 of 55 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Institute of Greater New Orleans: Dr. Suzanne Chabaud (#22) and Sean M. Ransom, PhD (#23). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Destrehan psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 55 rated psychologists in Destrehan is 4.5★, with a median of 8 reviews. Thriveworks Psychiatry & Counseling New Orleans has the most, 56 reviews, and ranks #41. 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 Destrehan count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 55 psychologists serving Destrehan.