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Best Psychologists in East Pensacola Heights, FL (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in East Pensacola Heights: Darby L. Godwin, PhD, RP Score 72/100; 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

  2. 18

    Most-reviewed: Meridian of Lakeview Center, 146 Google reviews at 4.1★, the most of 35 ranked; ranked #18.

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

35 East Pensacola Heights psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 2 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 3.9★ across 35 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in East Pensacola Heights 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 Pensacola Heights at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inBest for
1Darby L. Godwin, PhD725.0★ (6)Pensacola, 1 mi awayOverall
2Harbor Wellness | Megan M. Stodard Ph.D. | Pensacola, FL695.0★ (4)Pensacola, 3 mi away—
3Spencer Rick PhD693.5★ (4)Pensacola, 2 mi away—
4Stephen Zieman, Jr. Ph.D.693.7★ (3)Pensacola, 2 mi away—
5Anchor Clinic Llc: Rotunda Robert J PHD682.7★ (6)Pensacola, 3 mi away—
6Sleep Science Center683.4★ (5)Pensacola, 3 mi away—
7Toms J Warren PhD683.7★ (3)Pensacola, 3 mi away—
8Jonathan C. Hoffmann, LCSW, MSW684.2★ (5)Pensacola, 4 mi away—
9Makarowski Louis M PhD PA671.8★ (5)Pensacola, 4 mi away—
10Matthew Hollimon, Ph.D.664.9★ (47)Pensacola, 6 mi away—

The 35 best psychologists in East Pensacola Heights, 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 Pensacola Heights

    #1 Darby L. Godwin, PhD

    Based in Pensacola, 1 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 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
    3105 E Lloyd St, Pensacola, FL 32503
    View profile for Darby L. Godwin, PhD(850) 291-5262

  3. #3 Spencer Rick PhD

    Based in Pensacola, 2 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.5★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.5★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    1120 N Palafox St, Pensacola, FL 32501
    View profile for Spencer Rick PhD(850) 434-5033

  6. #6 Sleep Science Center

    Based in Pensacola, 3 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    4700 Bayou Blvd, Pensacola, FL 32503
    View profile for Sleep Science Center(850) 479-7606

  7. #7 Toms J Warren PhD

    Based in Pensacola, 3 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 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
    4300 Bayou Blvd, Pensacola, FL 32503
    View profile for Toms J Warren PhD(850) 857-7700

  8. #8 Jonathan C. Hoffmann, LCSW, MSW

    Based in Pensacola, 4 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 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
    1549 Airport Blvd Ste 200D, Pensacola, FL 32504
    View profile for Jonathan C. Hoffmann, LCSW, MSW

  10. #10 Matthew Hollimon, Ph.D.

    Based in Pensacola, 6 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.9★ from 47 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 47 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    8333 N Davis Hwy Bldg 1 Floor 5, Pensacola, FL 32514
    View profile for Matthew Hollimon, Ph.D.(850) 474-8157

  11. #11 Neuropsychology Department at Medical Center Clinic

    Based in Pensacola, 6 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 45 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 45 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    8333 N Davis Hwy Bldg 1 Floor 5, Pensacola, FL 32514
    View profile for Neuropsychology Department at Medical Center Clinic(850) 474-8157

  12. #12 Dr. Joann Massey

    Based in Pensacola, 1 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 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1221 E De Soto St, Pensacola, FL 32501
    View profile for Dr. Joann Massey(850) 439-2100

  13. #13 Cordova Counseling Center

    Based in Pensacola, 3 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.0★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    4400 Bayou Blvd Ste 8, Pensacola, FL 32503
    View profile for Cordova Counseling Center(850) 474-9882

  14. #14 Dr. Chad Hagans

    Based in Pensacola, 7 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 1.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    790 Veterans Way, Pensacola, FL 32507
    View profile for Dr. Chad Hagans(850) 529-9008

  16. #16 Bingham, Turner & Associates/Cordova Counseling Center: Brett W Turner, Psy.D.

    Based in Pensacola, 3 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 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–Thu 8 AM–5:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    4400 Bayou Blvd Ste 8, Pensacola, FL 32504
    View profile for Bingham, Turner & Associates/Cordova Counseling Center: Brett W Turner, Psy.D.(850) 474-9882

  17. #17 Yarbrough & Associates

    Based in Pensacola, 4 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    1576 Airport Blvd, Pensacola, FL 32504
    View profile for Yarbrough & Associates(850) 478-3888

  19. #19 Leisa D. Ludlam, PhD, P.A.

    Based in Pace, 12 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 1 PM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4509 Woodbine Rd, Pace, FL 32571
    View profile for Leisa D. Ludlam, PhD, P.A.(850) 995-2500

  22. #22 Amber M. Hendrix, LCSW

    Based in Pensacola, 4 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social worker”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
    Address
    4501 N Davis Hwy C, Pensacola, FL 32503
    View profile for Amber M. Hendrix, LCSW(850) 746-4961

  23. #23 Dr. Alfonso Jimenez, MD

    Based in Pensacola, 7 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Doctor”.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    3041 Knotty Pine Dr, Pensacola, FL 32505
    View profile for Dr. Alfonso Jimenez, MD(850) 972-8208

  25. #25 Dr. Jack Moser PhD

    Based in Pensacola, 2 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, 2 mi from East Pensacola Heights.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3298 Summit Blvd, Pensacola, FL 32504
    View profile for Dr. Jack Moser PhD(850) 474-5265

All 35 psychologists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #35, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

psychologists in East Pensacola Heights, ranks 26 to 35
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Bay Centre Health and Wellness535.0★ (17)3 mi
27Elite DNA Behavioral Health - Therapy and Psychiatry Clinic - Pensacola533.7★ (27)1 mi
28East Hill Clinic523.3★ (19)1 mi
29The Anchor Clinic, LLC - Pensacola513.1★ (144)3 mi
30Hayfield Healing515.0★ (15)6 mi
31Live Oak Minds, LLC515.0★ (7)4 mi
32Lakeview Center - Friary Pensacola Outpatient Counseling502.9★ (93)3 mi
33Child And Family Development Center. NOT AFFILIATED WITH FL DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN & FAMILIES494.3★ (6)4 mi
34Faith and Hope Counseling Center463.9★ (17)9 mi
35Avalon of Lakeview Center412.8★ (50)13 mi

Also serving East Pensacola Heights

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 East Pensacola Heights
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Amick Counseling ServicesIn East Pensacola Heights
Bilbrey John5.0★ (1)3 mi
Brown Frank a PhD5.0★ (1)2 mi
Cheryl Poche Knowles5.0★ (1)4 mi
Danahy Susan a PhD5.0★ (1)3 mi
Dr. Donald Winslett5.0★ (1)4 mi
Elaine Bailey, Ph.D. - EB Psychology, Inc.5.0★ (1)2 mi
Empower Professional Counseling Services5.0★ (2)In East Pensacola Heights
Gulf Breeze Therapy5.0★ (5)In East Pensacola Heights
John L. Hodges, PhD5.0★ (1)4 mi
John W. Keller, PhD4.0★ (1)5 mi
Katie Czerniawski PhD LCSW5.0★ (1)In East Pensacola Heights
Marvelous Minds, LLCIn East Pensacola Heights
Psychological Associates: Morgan Amanda PHD5.0★ (1)2 mi
Resilience ABA & ConsultationIn East Pensacola Heights
Shannon S. Wright-Johnson, PHD5.0★ (2)3 mi
Simply Unwind Mental Health and Mindfulness ServicesIn East Pensacola Heights
Stephen C. Lott, Psy.D.5.0★ (1)2 mi
Timothy J. Donovan, PHD5.0★ (2)1 mi
Tina Beissinger, Ph.D5.0★ (1)1 mi

How we ranked East Pensacola Heights psychologists

We scored 35 East Pensacola Heights 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 Pensacola Heights 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 Pensacola Heights: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in East Pensacola Heights?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in East Pensacola Heights, FL is Darby L. Godwin, PhD with an RP Score of 72/100. It has 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews. Harbor Wellness | Megan M. Stodard Ph.D. | Pensacola, FL (#2) and Spencer Rick PhD (#3) follow. We ranked 35 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in East Pensacola Heights?

RankedPsychologists ranks 35 psychologists serving East Pensacola Heights, FL. 1 of them is based in East Pensacola Heights; 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 East Pensacola Heights work on weekends?

2 of 35 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Dr. Alfonso Jimenez, MD (#23) and Dr. Jack Moser PhD (#25). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do East Pensacola Heights psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 35 rated psychologists in East Pensacola Heights is 3.9★, with a median of 7 reviews. Meridian of Lakeview Center has the most, 146 reviews, and ranks #18. 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 Pensacola Heights count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the East Pensacola Heights 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 Pensacola Heights 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 Pensacola Heights

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 35 psychologists serving East Pensacola Heights.

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