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Best Psychologists in East Renton Highlands, WA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in East Renton Highlands: Philip Dunbar-Mayer, PSY.D. at The Center for Child Development, RP Score 71/100; 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 46

    Most-reviewed: Mindful Therapy Group - Seattle - Southcenter, 292 Google reviews at 4.0★, the most of 154 ranked; ranked #46.

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

154 East Renton Highlands psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 29 open Saturdays and 14 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 154 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in East Renton Highlands 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 Renton Highlands at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Philip Dunbar-Mayer, PSY.D. at The Center for Child Development715.0★ (6)Issaquah, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2The Center for Child Development703.5★ (18)Issaquah, 5 mi away——
3Eastside Psychological Associates692.6★ (5)Issaquah, 5 mi away——
4Cohen Judith681.3★ (3)Renton, 5 mi away——
5Dina F. Hansen, MA665.0★ (4)Bellevue, 9 mi away——
6Northwest Neuropsychology, Learning and Behavior Services, P.S.663.8★ (12)Bellevue, 10 mi awaySat · Sun—
7Avanti Psychological Services664.6★ (15)Issaquah, 5 mi awayEvenings—
8Dr. Connie K. Craig654.5★ (8)Mercer Island, 7 mi awaySat—
9Oscar J. Benitez, PHD654.0★ (4)Bellevue, 9 mi away——
10Bethany Balkus653.7★ (3)Bellevue, 9 mi away——

The 154 best psychologists in East Renton Highlands, 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 Renton Highlands

    Based in Issaquah, 5 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    1700 NW Gilman Blvd #205, Issaquah, WA 98027
  2. Based in Renton, 5 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 1.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    15 S Grady Way #627, Renton, WA 98057
  3. Based in Bellevue, 9 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 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
    Bellevue, WA 98004
  4. 66/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.8★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.8★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–4 PM
    Address
    2370 130th Ave NE #101, Bellevue, WA 98005
  5. Based in Issaquah, 5 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.6★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    295 NE Gilman Blvd #201, Issaquah, WA 98027
  6. Based in Mercer Island, 7 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 11 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    7464 W Mercer Way, Mercer Island, WA 98040
  7. Based in Bellevue, 9 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child 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
    11911 NE 1st St Ste 208, Bellevue, WA 98005
  8. Based in Bellevue, 9 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 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
    301 116th Ave SE #105, Bellevue, WA 98004
  9. Based in Bellevue, 11 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 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
    12356 Northup Way, Bellevue, WA 98005
  10. Based in Bellevue, 11 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 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
    2820 Northup Way, Bellevue, WA 98004
  11. Based in Issaquah, 5 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.5★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    310 3rd Ave NE, Issaquah, WA 98027
  12. Based in Redmond, 13 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 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 8 PM–12 AM · Tue–Sat 12 AM–7 PM · Sun 12 AM–1 PM
    Address
    8201 164th Ave NE #200, Redmond, WA 98052
  13. Based in Seattle, 13 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–8 PM
    Address
    2800 E Madison St #203, Seattle, WA 98112
  14. Based in Seattle, 13 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    4105 E Madison St #330, Seattle, WA 98112
  15. 63/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.0★ from 28 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4445 Talbot Rd S, Renton, WA 98055
  16. Based in Bellevue, 12 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    3805 108th Ave NE #120, Bellevue, WA 98004
  17. Based in Seattle, 13 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 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
    901 Boren Ave, Seattle, WA 98104
  18. Based in Seattle, 13 mi away

    62/100RP Score

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

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

    • 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    2910 E Madison St Ste 306, Seattle, WA 98112
  19. Based in Seattle, 13 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 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
    4105 E Madison St #330, Seattle, WA 98112
  20. Based in Seattle, 13 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 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
    506 2nd Ave #1400, Seattle, WA 98104
  21. Based in Seattle, 13 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    411 University St #1200, Seattle, WA 98101

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

psychologists in East Renton Highlands, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Optimum Mental Health Services624.6★ (189)5 mi
27Joseph S. Weiss, PhD at Cognitive Dynamic Therapy of Seattle624.0★ (4)8 mi
28Victoria K. Lee, PhD624.3★ (4)14 mi
29Wiegand Geoffrey A PHD625.0★ (3)14 mi
30Dr. Sierra Swing623.7★ (3)13 mi
31William D. Criddle, PhD623.7★ (3)13 mi
32Seattle Children's Neuroscience Center614.0★ (10)15 mi
33Katerina Riabova MD614.2★ (18)10 mi
34Snell Jennie613.7★ (3)14 mi
35Marnee W. Milner, JD, Ph.D.612.3★ (3)14 mi
36Julie Schoenfield-McNeill, PhD603.3★ (3)15 mi
37Bellevue Psychotherapy, PS LTD602.0★ (3)9 mi
38Stephen J Cummings, PHD604.2★ (5)14 mi
39Russ Helene G603.7★ (3)15 mi
40White David M PhD604.0★ (4)16 mi
41Multiple Sclerosis Center at UW Medical Center - Northwest594.9★ (207)19 mi
42Mary Galaszewski593.4★ (5)16 mi
43Dr. Salloni Psychology Clinic, PLLC595.0★ (22)14 mi
44Gary VanDalfsen, PhD594.7★ (3)10 mi
45Family Psychological Services of Kirkland592.7★ (12)16 mi
46Mindful Therapy Group - Seattle - Southcenter584.0★ (292)6 mi
47Child and Adolescent Psychological Services of Seattle (CAPSS)584.3★ (11)17 mi
48Magnolia Behavior Therapy584.8★ (6)17 mi
49Dr. Sarah Crystal︱Clinical Psychologist585.0★ (15)15 mi
50Treat Mental Health Washington585.0★ (3)7 mi

Also serving East Renton Highlands

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 Renton Highlands
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Amy Rachelle, Intuitive Healing5.0★ (11)In East Renton Highlands
Benjamin E. Johnson, PSYD5.0★ (2)4 mi
Connie K. Craig, PhD3.0★ (2)6 mi
Dr. Gracie Rohman Sauter5.0★ (2)5 mi
Dr. Meredith Gilbert3.0★ (2)9 mi
Hebner Lisa5.0★ (2)5 mi
Jen Noelke Counseling LLCIn East Renton Highlands
Katz Steven PhD5.0★ (2)9 mi
Kim Lampson, PhD3.0★ (2)8 mi
Lynette Dufton, Ph.D.In East Renton Highlands
Marny Saunier, Counselor4.5★ (2)6 mi
Nancy Huenefeld, PHD5.0★ (2)6 mi
Neuropsychology & Cognitive Health- Martha Glisky, PHD3.0★ (2)9 mi
Nied Integrative Therapy5.0★ (12)In East Renton Highlands
Rachel Stapleton Counseling, PLLC5.0★ (1)In East Renton Highlands
Sound Guidance - Expressive Arts Counseling & Music Therapy Services5.0★ (1)In East Renton Highlands
Stellar Counseling Services PLLC5.0★ (1)In East Renton Highlands
Theresa Lock, PhD3.0★ (2)7 mi
Timothy Weber, PHD5.0★ (2)9 mi
Willow Tree Counseling5.0★ (2)5 mi

How we ranked East Renton Highlands psychologists

We scored 154 East Renton Highlands 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 Renton Highlands 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 Renton Highlands: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in East Renton Highlands?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in East Renton Highlands, WA is Philip Dunbar-Mayer, PSY.D. at The Center for Child Development with an RP Score of 71/100. It has 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. The Center for Child Development (#2) and Eastside Psychological Associates (#3) follow. We ranked 154 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in East Renton Highlands?

RankedPsychologists ranks 154 psychologists serving East Renton Highlands, WA. 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 Renton Highlands work on weekends?

29 of 154 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 14 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Philip Dunbar-Mayer, PSY.D. at The Center for Child Development (#1), Northwest Neuropsychology, Learning and Behavior Services, P.S. (#6) and Dr. Connie K. Craig (#8). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do East Renton Highlands psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 154 rated psychologists in East Renton Highlands is 4.5★, with a median of 6 reviews. Mindful Therapy Group - Seattle - Southcenter has the most, 292 reviews, and ranks #46. 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 Renton Highlands count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the East Renton Highlands 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 Renton Highlands 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 Renton Highlands

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 154 psychologists serving East Renton Highlands.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.