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Best Psychologists in East Chicago, IN (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in East Chicago: Evolutis Health, RP Score 70/100; 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 22

    Most-reviewed: The South Suburban Council, 59 Google reviews at 3.0★, the most of 151 ranked; ranked #22.

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

151 East Chicago psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 67 open Saturdays and 31 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.4★ across 151 rated practices.

Most of this list also appears on the Psychologists in Hammond ranking. See Psychologists in Hammond

Top 10 psychologists in East Chicago 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 East Chicago at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Evolutis Health704.3★ (12)Munster, 6 mi awaySat · SunOverall
2Northwest Psychological Services, PC694.4★ (7)Munster, 6 mi away——
3Warren D. Ugent, PSYD674.0★ (4)Munster, 7 mi away——
4Mirjam Quinn and Associates674.7★ (48)Chicago, 12 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Rosen Caryl672.8★ (5)Munster, 7 mi away——
6The Psychology Practice, NWI675.0★ (5)Schererville, 8 mi away——
7Anxiety & OCD Behavioral Health Center - Schererville673.8★ (16)Schererville, 9 mi away——
8Cheryl M Saafair, PsyD663.7★ (3)South Holland, 8 mi away——
9North Star Services LLC643.7★ (3)Dyer, 11 mi away——
10The Psychology Center, Inc. of Chicago643.5★ (35)Chicago, 13 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 151 best psychologists in East Chicago, 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 East Chicago

    #1 Evolutis Health

    Based in Munster, 6 mi away

    70/100RP Score

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

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

    • 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    917 Ridge Rd #3120, Munster, IN 46321
    View profile for Evolutis Health(877) 219-8726

  3. #3 Warren D. Ugent, PSYD

    Based in Munster, 7 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “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
    1049 Heather Ln, Munster, IN 46321
    View profile for Warren D. Ugent, PSYD(219) 922-4877

  4. #4 Mirjam Quinn and Associates

    Based in Chicago, 12 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.7★ from 48 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 48 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9:30 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
    Address
    10801 S Western Ave Ste 2B, Chicago, IL 60643
    View profile for Mirjam Quinn and Associates(708) 586-7357

  5. #5 Rosen Caryl

    Based in Munster, 7 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.8★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.8★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    9250 Columbia Ave, Munster, IN 46321
    View profile for Rosen Caryl(219) 201-0711

  8. #8 Cheryl M Saafair, PsyD

    Based in South Holland, 8 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    15475 South Park Ave Ste 102, South Holland, IL 60473
    View profile for Cheryl M Saafair, PsyD(708) 557-8805

  11. #11 Karr Jeffery T PhD

    Based in Chicago, 13 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    10540 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60643
    View profile for Karr Jeffery T PhD(773) 445-1623

  12. #12 Karen Y. Douglass, PsyD

    Based in Chicago, 12 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 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
    132 E 79th St, Chicago, IL 60619
    View profile for Karen Y. Douglass, PsyD(773) 487-0515

  14. #14 Terry Finn

    Based in Chicago, 13 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 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
    10001 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60643
    View profile for Terry Finn(773) 854-4148

  15. #15 Mc Lean Cynthia L

    Based in Homewood, 12 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 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
    18132 Martin Ave, Homewood, IL 60430
    View profile for Mc Lean Cynthia L(708) 214-5887

  17. #17 Dr. Helen L Evans

    Based in Chicago, 13 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.8★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    1525 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615
    View profile for Dr. Helen L Evans(773) 752-0531

  19. #19 Dr. Alan P. Childs Psy.D. & Associates

    Based in Palos Hills, 19 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.8★ from 44 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 44 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    5901 N. Cicero Ave, suite 305, Chicago, IL 60646, 10661 S Roberts Rd #101, Palos Hills, IL 60465
    View profile for Dr. Alan P. Childs Psy.D. & Associates(708) 430-5993

  21. #21 Heroldt John T PhD

    Based in Merrillville, 14 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 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
    119 W 86th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410
    View profile for Heroldt John T PhD(219) 756-8944

  23. #23 Kalyani Gopal PhD

    Based in Munster, 7 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.1★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.1★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9335 Calumet Ave, Munster, IN 46321
    View profile for Kalyani Gopal PhD(219) 513-8508

  25. #25 Dr. Stephanie Mishevski

    Based in Chicago, 19 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 6 AM–10 PM · Fri 6 AM–7 PM · Sat 6 AM–6 PM · Sun 6 AM–8:30 PM
    Address
    155 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60602
    View profile for Dr. Stephanie Mishevski(773) 888-3148

How we ranked East Chicago psychologists

We scored 151 East Chicago 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 East Chicago 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 East Chicago: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in East Chicago?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in East Chicago, IN is Evolutis Health with an RP Score of 70/100. It has 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Northwest Psychological Services, PC (#2) and Warren D. Ugent, PSYD (#3) follow. We ranked 151 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 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 East Chicago work on weekends?

67 of 151 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 31 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Evolutis Health (#1), Mirjam Quinn and Associates (#4) and The Psychology Center, Inc. of Chicago (#10). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do East Chicago psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 151 rated psychologists in East Chicago is 4.4★, with a median of 7 reviews. The South Suburban Council has the most, 59 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 East Chicago count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the East Chicago 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 East Chicago 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 East Chicago

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 151 psychologists serving East Chicago.

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