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Best Psychologists in Erie, PA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Erie: Geraldine L. Marz, MA, RP Score 73/100; 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

  2. 10

    Most-reviewed: Dowd George J, 56 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 24 ranked; ranked #10.

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

24 Erie 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 4.8★ across 24 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Erie 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 Erie at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Geraldine L. Marz, MA735.0★ (6)Erie—Overall
2Light Ahead Psychology725.0★ (3)Erie——
3Eileen M. Barron, Ph.D.725.0★ (3)Erie——
4James P. Schierberl Jr, PHD725.0★ (3)Erie——
5Susan Troutner725.0★ (3)Erie——
6Wardi-Zonna Katherine PHD713.7★ (3)Erie——
7Robert L. Mailliard, Psychologist712.3★ (6)Erie——
8The Family Institute714.6★ (40)ErieEvenings—
9Peter Vonkorff, PHD712.3★ (3)Erie——
10Dowd George J684.9★ (56)ErieSat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews

The 24 best psychologists in Erie, 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 Erie

    #1 Geraldine L. Marz, MA

    Based in Erie

    73/100RP 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
    3505 Chapin St, Erie, PA 16508
    View profile for Geraldine L. Marz, MA(814) 397-3258

  5. #5 Susan Troutner

    Based in Erie

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 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
    120 E 2nd St Fl 3, Erie, PA 16507
    View profile for Susan Troutner(814) 877-4113

  8. #8 The Family Institute

    Based in Erie

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.6★ from 40 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 40 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    100 State St #202, Erie, PA 16507
    View profile for The Family Institute(814) 480-8797

  9. #9 Peter Vonkorff, PHD

    Based in Erie

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 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
    120 E 2nd St, Erie, PA 16507
    View profile for Peter Vonkorff, PHD(716) 753-0077

  10. #10 Dowd George J

    Based in Erie

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 56 Google reviews, based in Erie.

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

    • 4.9★ from 56 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2209 W Grandview Blvd, Erie, PA 16506
    View profile for Dowd George J(814) 450-7293

  11. #11 CRES Wellness PLLC

    Based in Erie

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 6 PM–9:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    View profile for CRES Wellness PLLC(484) 372-3478

  20. #20 Oasis Therapy

    Based in Erie

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, based in Erie.

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

    • 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    3939 W Ridge Rd # B16, Erie, PA 16506
    View profile for Oasis Therapy(814) 844-2035

Also serving Erie

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 Erie
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
ABC's Of Building Better Lives4.6★ (11)In Erie
All About YOU Counseling and Assessment3.3★ (9)In Erie
Bobbe J. Cullers, LCSW2.6★ (7)In Erie
Campbell Counseling4.0★ (12)In Erie
Center for Focused Care, LLC4.8★ (17)In Erie
Christine Kalie, LPC4.8★ (24)In Erie
Consigliere Counseling Group LLC5.0★ (13)In Erie
Counseling and Assessment Services, LLC2.1★ (11)In Erie
Lake Erie Behavioral Health, LLC2.9★ (43)In Erie
Life Balance Counseling and Wellness, LLC4.8★ (10)In Erie
Millcreek Counseling Associates3.4★ (7)In Erie
Nexus Pathways Counseling5.0★ (6)In Erie
Presque Isle Mind-Body Wellness Center, PLLC.4.9★ (21)In Erie
Roots Counseling and Wellness, LLC3.7★ (6)In Erie
Sarah A. Reed Children's Center3.3★ (26)In Erie
Sherifia Heron2.0★ (12)In Erie
Susan Toner LPC4.1★ (17)In Erie
Thrive Therapy Space Cooperative INC4.6★ (25)In Erie
UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor2.2★ (108)In Erie
Wagner Behavioral Health Services1.7★ (10)In Erie

How we ranked Erie psychologists

We scored 24 Erie 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 Erie 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 Erie: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Erie?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Erie, PA is Geraldine L. Marz, MA with an RP Score of 73/100. It has 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews. Light Ahead Psychology (#2) and Eileen M. Barron, Ph.D. (#3) follow. We ranked 24 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Erie?

RankedPsychologists ranks 24 psychologists serving Erie, PA. 24 of them are based in Erie; 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 Erie work on weekends?

2 of 24 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Dowd George J (#10) and CRES Wellness PLLC (#11). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Erie psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 24 rated psychologists in Erie is 4.8★, with a median of 5 reviews. Dowd George J has the most, 56 reviews, and ranks #10. 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 Erie count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 24 psychologists serving Erie.

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