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Best Psychologists in Garden City, NY (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Garden City: Wavelengths Psychology PC, RP Score 76/100; 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

  2. 17

    Most-reviewed: Child and Family Psychology, 100 Google reviews at 4.1★, the most of 694 ranked; ranked #17.

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694 Garden City psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 237 open Saturdays and 154 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 694 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Garden City 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 Garden City at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Wavelengths Psychology PC765.0★ (10)Garden City—Overall
2Jessica Powers, PHD754.6★ (10)Garden City——
3Long Island Psychology - Garden City754.8★ (5)Garden CitySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Renee Clauselle Wellness, PC745.0★ (26)Garden CitySat · Evenings—
5Fredric C. Hartman, Ph.D.744.0★ (3)Garden City——
6Neuhof Psychotherapy & Consulting, PLLC745.0★ (7)Nanuet, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Dr. Rebecca A. Steele | Restored Living Psychology735.0★ (18)Garden CitySat—
8Eric Taber Psyd735.0★ (8)Garden CitySun · Evenings—
9Sheldon B. Stern, PsyD734.2★ (5)West Hempstead, 2 mi away——
10New York Center for OCD and Anxiety Related Disorders724.0★ (8)Uniondale, 3 mi away——

The 694 best psychologists in Garden City, 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.

  2. #2 Jessica Powers, PHD

    Based in Garden City

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews
    Address
    95 Suffolk Ln, Garden City, NY 11530
    View profile for Jessica Powers, PHD(516) 747-4922

  4. #4 Renee Clauselle Wellness, PC

    Based in Garden City

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1225 Franklin Ave RM 325, Garden City, NY 11530
    View profile for Renee Clauselle Wellness, PC(516) 750-4841

  7. #7 Dr. Rebecca A. Steele | Restored Living Psychology

    Based in Garden City

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–4 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat 10 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1225 Franklin Ave #500, Garden City, NY 11530
    View profile for Dr. Rebecca A. Steele | Restored Living Psychology(516) 200-1889

  8. #8 Eric Taber Psyd

    Based in Garden City

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–10 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–10 PM · Fri 11 AM–1 PM · Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–12 AM
    Address
    233 7th St Ste 200, Rm 1, Garden City, NY 11530
    View profile for Eric Taber Psyd(516) 595-3464

  9. #9 Sheldon B. Stern, PsyD

    Based in West Hempstead, 2 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 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
    402 Linden St, West Hempstead, NY 11552
    View profile for Sheldon B. Stern, PsyD(516) 538-1070

  13. #13 Autesh Therapy Services, PLLC

    Based in Rosedale, 6 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.8★ from 23 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 11 AM–7 PM · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    233-18 130th Ave, Rosedale, NY 11422
    View profile for Autesh Therapy Services, PLLC(888) 293-4325

  15. #15 Stephen H. Loomis, PHD

    Based in East Meadow, 4 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    786 Bethlynn Ct, East Meadow, NY 11554
    View profile for Stephen H. Loomis, PHD(516) 486-5057

  16. #16 Philip Watson, PHD

    Based in Douglaston, 4 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 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
    270-05 76th Ave, Hillside Manor, NY 11040
    View profile for Philip Watson, PHD(718) 470-8763

  17. #17 Child and Family Psychology

    Based in Franklin Square, 3 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.1★ from 100 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 100 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    393 Franklin Ave Ste 101, Franklin Square, NY 11010
    View profile for Child and Family Psychology(516) 750-4841

  18. #18 Schneider Diane

    Based in Floral Park, 4 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 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
    132 Haddon Rd, New Hyde Park, NY 11040
    View profile for Schneider Diane(516) 488-4999

  19. #19 Fried Norman PhD

    Based in Douglaston, 5 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.9★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 9 Google reviews
    Address
    444 Community Dr LL1, Manhasset, NY 11030
    View profile for Fried Norman PhD(516) 869-1199

  20. #20 Andrea Macari, PhD, ABPP

    Based in Port Washington, 5 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–9 PM
    Address
    2110 Northern Blvd #204a, Manhasset, NY 11030
    View profile for Andrea Macari, PhD, ABPP(516) 816-1425

  21. #21 Richard S. Lustberg, PHD

    Based in Rockville Centre, 5 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 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
    80 Lincoln Ave, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
    View profile for Richard S. Lustberg, PHD(516) 678-9155

  23. #23 Dr. Shiphra Bakhchi

    Based in Great Neck, 7 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.6★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    29 Barstow Rd #304, Great Neck, NY 11021
    View profile for Dr. Shiphra Bakhchi(516) 225-3187

  24. #24 Milman Douglas S PhD

    Based in Baldwin, 5 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 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
    2280 Grand Ave #206A, Baldwin, NY 11510
    View profile for Milman Douglas S PhD(516) 379-9561

  25. #25 Na

    Based in Woodmere, 7 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    Address
    1228 W Broadway, Woodmere, NY 11598
    View profile for Na

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

psychologists in Garden City, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Center for Coping695.0★ (5)7 mi
27NY Mental Health Center694.6★ (34)9 mi
28Key Insights Neuropsychology and Counseling694.4★ (7)7 mi
29Kristin D. Schaefer-Schiumo, PhD695.0★ (4)7 mi
30Briglio Richard PHD693.0★ (4)6 mi
31Behavioral Consulting Long Island695.0★ (3)2 mi
32Nassau Psychology P.C.694.4★ (20)5 mi
33Charles Keith, Psy.D.695.0★ (6)8 mi
34On Course Psychological Counseling, P.C.685.0★ (3)5 mi
35Perry Meltzer, PsyD685.0★ (3)5 mi
36Renee Clauselle, PSYD683.0★ (8)4 mi
37Daffodil Psychology685.0★ (9)5 mi
38William H. James, PHD684.7★ (3)7 mi
39Dr. Glorious Dunkerley681.7★ (6)6 mi
40Dr. Paul R Marcus683.7★ (3)7 mi
41Abridged Psychology685.0★ (12)In Garden City
42Kenney Kevin PhD684.3★ (6)8 mi
43Locastro Ilene PHD683.7★ (3)7 mi
44Dr. E. Christina Kim, Ph.D683.7★ (3)7 mi
45Wise Mind Psychological Services P.L.L.C.683.7★ (3)5 mi
46Loren Packer-Hopke, MS682.3★ (3)7 mi
47MindSheba- Psychologist।Psychotherapist।Psychiatrist। Mental Health Counselor in Jackson Hights, USA684.7★ (10)13 mi
48Queens Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Psychology, PLLC684.3★ (22)10 mi
49Dr. Mary Kennedy683.0★ (4)7 mi
50Marc Janoson, PH.D. Manhasset Psychology PC www.forensicpsychpc.com684.3★ (12)6 mi

Also serving Garden City

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 Garden City
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Aronov Bella A MD4.9★ (30)In Garden City
Couples Therapy | Meredith Silversmith, MA, LMFT5.0★ (5)In Garden City
D L. Mcelgun, MA5.0★ (2)In Garden City
Diamond Steven B MD3.1★ (17)In Garden City
Dr. George Bush3.5★ (14)In Garden City
Dr. Jason M. Careri, MD4.6★ (11)In Garden City
Dr. Martha Alzamora2.6★ (5)In Garden City
Emily Leath, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner4.9★ (14)In Garden City
Family of Kidz4.4★ (58)In Garden City
Great South Bay Therapy LCSW PC5.0★ (6)In Garden City
Grehan Patrick PhD5.0★ (2)In Garden City
Guarcello Robert J PHD5.0★ (2)In Garden City
Jazz Psychiatry4.9★ (49)In Garden City
Juliana Overbeck, LCSW5.0★ (11)In Garden City
Long Island Mind & Body4.0★ (4)In Garden City
Long Island OCD & Anxiety Therapy5.0★ (17)In Garden City
Mercy Medical Center Behavioral Health Services2.7★ (15)In Garden City
Sandra Desantis, PHD3.0★ (2)In Garden City
Sara Burshtein Psychiatry4.0★ (4)In Garden City
ZS PROFESSIONAL PSYCHOTHERAPY SERVICES3.7★ (3)In Garden City

How we ranked Garden City psychologists

We scored 694 Garden City 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 Garden City 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 Garden City: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Garden City?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Garden City, NY is Wavelengths Psychology PC with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews. Jessica Powers, PHD (#2) and Long Island Psychology - Garden City (#3) follow. We ranked 694 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Garden City?

RankedPsychologists ranks 694 psychologists serving Garden City, NY. 8 of them are based in Garden City; 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 Garden City work on weekends?

237 of 694 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 154 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Long Island Psychology - Garden City (#3), Renee Clauselle Wellness, PC (#4) and Neuhof Psychotherapy & Consulting, PLLC (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Garden City psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 694 rated psychologists in Garden City is 4.7★, with a median of 8 reviews. Child and Family Psychology has the most, 100 reviews, and ranks #17. 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 Garden City count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Garden City 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 Garden City 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 Garden City

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 694 psychologists serving Garden City.
  2. November 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.

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