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Best Psychologists in Fayetteville, NC (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Fayetteville: Rapha Sleep Center, RP Score 74/100; 1.6★ from 5 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 28

    Most-reviewed: Best Day Psychiatry and Counseling PC Fayetteville, 148 Google reviews at 2.0★, the most of 29 ranked; ranked #28.

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

29 Fayetteville psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 6 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.0★ across 29 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Rapha Sleep Center741.6★ (5)FayettevilleSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Martin Weinrauch PA733.8★ (11)Fayetteville——
3Anthony R. Mangiardi, PH735.0★ (5)Fayetteville——
4Elizabeth Gamble723.0★ (3)Fayetteville——
5HealthPro Pediatrics Fayetteville - Sandhurst684.5★ (8)Fayetteville——
6Professional Early Intervention684.0★ (13)Fayetteville——
7New Day Counseling Center, Inc., PC663.0★ (8)Fayetteville——
8Purple Paws, PLLC - Dr. Amanda Feagin664.2★ (5)Fayetteville——
9Purple Paws653.7★ (3)Fayetteville——
10Sandhills Psychiatry and Mental Health654.8★ (20)FayettevilleSat · Sun · Evenings—

The 29 best psychologists in Fayetteville, 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 Fayetteville

    #1 Rapha Sleep Center

    Based in Fayetteville

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 1.6★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.6★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1905 Skibo Rd, Fayetteville, NC 28314
    View profile for Rapha Sleep Center(910) 864-4357

  2. #2 Martin Weinrauch PA

    Based in Fayetteville

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.8★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.8★ from 11 Google reviews
    Address
    2850 Village Dr #104, Fayetteville, NC 28304
    View profile for Martin Weinrauch PA(910) 483-4687

  4. #4 Elizabeth Gamble

    Based in Fayetteville

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    2931 Breezewood Ave #100, Fayetteville, NC 283035281
    View profile for Elizabeth Gamble(910) 677-0000

  9. #9 Purple Paws

    Based in Fayetteville

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 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 8 AM–1 PM · Thu 9 AM–1 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    2005 Hope Mills Rd, Fayetteville, NC 28304
    View profile for Purple Paws(910) 635-1685

  13. #13 Claudia Zamora

    Based in Fayetteville

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, based in Fayetteville.

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

    • 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–7:30 PM · Sat 10 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1406 Edgecombe Ave, Fayetteville, NC 28301
    View profile for Claudia Zamora(305) 747-3004

  19. #19 Spring Lake Counseling Inc

    Based in Fayetteville

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.5★ from 17 Google reviews, based in Fayetteville.

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

    • 4.5★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4338 Clinton Rd, Fayetteville, NC 28312
    View profile for Spring Lake Counseling Inc(910) 920-1050

  21. #21 I Rock Therapy

    Based in Fayetteville

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, based in Fayetteville.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    218 N McPherson Church Rd, Fayetteville, NC 28303
    View profile for I Rock Therapy(910) 241-0665

All 29 psychologists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #29, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

psychologists in Fayetteville, ranks 26 to 29
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Clinical Counseling and Consulting Services, PLLC Assessment and Treatment Center532.6★ (38)In Fayetteville
27New Day Behavioral Health Center, PC523.2★ (6)In Fayetteville
28Best Day Psychiatry and Counseling PC Fayetteville492.0★ (148)In Fayetteville
29Spring Lake Counseling484.1★ (43)9 mi

Also serving Fayetteville

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 Fayetteville
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
A New Leaf Therapeutic Services PLLC4.6★ (26)In Fayetteville
All-American Counseling, Wellness and Consulting, PLLC3.9★ (21)In Fayetteville
Biblical Counseling Services3.9★ (64)In Fayetteville
C-Rep3.7★ (19)In Fayetteville
Cape Fear Behavorial Health Center LLC3.4★ (68)In Fayetteville
Cape Fear Valley Behavioral Health Care2.4★ (42)In Fayetteville
Carolina Psychiatry PC2.5★ (75)In Fayetteville
Coastal Carolina Neuropsychiatric Center4.5★ (747)In Fayetteville
Community Mental Health Center at Cape Fear Valley2.6★ (58)In Fayetteville
Cumberland Behavioral Care3.4★ (26)In Fayetteville
Divine Wellness Therapeutic Center3.9★ (31)In Fayetteville
Fayetteville Neuropsychology PLLC3.2★ (17)In Fayetteville
Greater Image3.0★ (26)In Fayetteville
Heart to Heart Counseling and Wellness Center, PLLC3.3★ (41)In Fayetteville
Renew Counseling Center Of NC4.4★ (108)In Fayetteville
Restorative Therapeutic Counseling, PLLC4.8★ (47)In Fayetteville
Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Centerstone3.6★ (21)In Fayetteville
The Carter Clinic, P.A.4.1★ (63)In Fayetteville
Thrive Counseling & Consulting, PLLC3.5★ (20)In Fayetteville
What's the Tee, PLLC4.8★ (22)In Fayetteville

How we ranked Fayetteville psychologists

We scored 29 Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Fayetteville?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Fayetteville, NC is Rapha Sleep Center with an RP Score of 74/100. It has 1.6★ from 5 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Martin Weinrauch PA (#2) and Anthony R. Mangiardi, PH (#3) follow. We ranked 29 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Fayetteville?

RankedPsychologists ranks 29 psychologists serving Fayetteville, NC. 27 of them are based in Fayetteville; 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 Fayetteville work on weekends?

6 of 29 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Rapha Sleep Center (#1), Sandhills Psychiatry and Mental Health (#10) and Haymount Institute for Psychological Services (#11). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Fayetteville psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 29 rated psychologists in Fayetteville is 4.0★, with a median of 13 reviews. Best Day Psychiatry and Counseling PC Fayetteville has the most, 148 reviews, and ranks #28. 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 Fayetteville count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 29 psychologists serving Fayetteville.

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