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Best Psychologists in Grand Island, NY (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Grand Island: Psychological Disability Service Center, RP Score 67/100; 2.8★ from 47 Google reviews.

  2. 35

    Most-reviewed: ProActive Centre Health & Fitness, 303 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 50 ranked; ranked #35.

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

50 Grand Island psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 11 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 3.7★ across 50 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Grand Island 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 Grand Island at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inBest for
1Psychological Disability Service Center672.8★ (47)Niagara Falls, 4 mi awayOverall
2Amy Beth Taublieb, PHD653.7★ (3)North Tonawanda, 8 mi away—
3Christopher Pino, PHD643.7★ (3)Buffalo, 8 mi away—
4Thomas E. Unger PH.D.645.0★ (3)Buffalo, 9 mi away—
5Briggs Sally PhD643.7★ (3)Amherst, 8 mi away—
6Frank P Alabiso PHD643.7★ (6)Amherst, 9 mi away—
7Bongiovanni Anthony PHD642.3★ (9)Amherst, 8 mi away—
8Lisa Anllo, PhD634.3★ (3)Buffalo, 10 mi away—
9Jeffrey M. Lackner, PSYD633.7★ (6)Buffalo, 10 mi away—
10Tracy N. Welchoff, Ph.D.632.6★ (10)Amherst, 9 mi away—

The 50 best psychologists in Grand Island, 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. Based in North Tonawanda, 8 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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
    1006 Niagara Falls Blvd, Tonawanda Town, NY 14150
  2. Based in Buffalo, 8 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 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
    796 Niagara Falls Blvd, Buffalo, NY 14223
  3. Based in Buffalo, 9 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 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
    290 Woodward Ave, Buffalo, NY 14214
  4. Based in Amherst, 8 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 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
    315 Alberta Dr #211, Amherst, NY 14226
  5. Based in Amherst, 9 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 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
    85 Bryant Woods S, Amherst, NY 14228
  6. Based in Amherst, 8 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.3★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 9 Google reviews
    Address
    315 Alberta Dr #211, Amherst, NY 14226
  7. Based in Buffalo, 10 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    406 Linwood Ave, Buffalo, NY 14209
  8. Based in Amherst, 9 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.6★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.6★ from 10 Google reviews
    Address
    2430 N Forest Rd Ste 140, Getzville, NY 14068
  9. Based in Cheektowaga, 12 mi away

    62/100RP 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
    21 Linwood Ave, Williamsville, NY 14221
  10. Based in Cheektowaga, 13 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    100 College Pkwy #270, Williamsville, NY 14221
  11. Based in Amherst, 15 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun 10 AM–4 PM
    Address
    8616 Main St, Williamsville, NY 14221
  12. Based in Cheektowaga, 12 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 1.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    388 Evans St #303, Williamsville, NY 14221
  13. Based in Niagara Falls, 9 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3659 Stanley Ave Unit 4L, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 0A6, Canada
  14. Based in Cheektowaga, 12 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.0★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Address
    5820 Main St #406, Williamsville, NY 14221
  15. Based in Fort Erie, 9 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–1 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    660 Garrison Rd Unit 4, Fort Erie, ON L2A 6E2, Canada
  16. Based in Welland, 15 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child 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
    80 King St, Welland, ON L3B 3J2
  17. Based in Welland, 15 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    165 Plymouth Rd, Welland, ON L3B 3E1
  18. Based in Eggertsville, 15 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 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
    8616 Main St Ste 2, Williamsville, NY 14221
  19. Based in St. Catharines, 17 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    10 Salina St, St. Catharines, ON L2R 3K1
  20. Based in St. Catharines, 17 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 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
    10 Salina St, St. Catharines, ON L2R 3K1
  21. Based in St. Catharines, 17 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    50 Lake St, St. Catharines, ON L2R 5X1
  22. Based in West Seneca, 17 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 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
    822 Center Rd, West Seneca, NY 14224

All 50 psychologists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

psychologists in Grand Island, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26East Amherst Psychology Group553.2★ (9)13 mi
27Bruce Pace, Ph.D., Psychologist542.0★ (5)8 mi
28Santa Maria542.6★ (88)13 mi
29Endeavor Health Services Children’s Clinic543.7★ (3)16 mi
30Be Embodied LLC544.5★ (39)7 mi
31Monsignor Carr Institute Children's Clinic543.5★ (16)17 mi
32Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Williamsville534.6★ (44)12 mi
33Garden City Psychology534.3★ (7)18 mi
34Brookside Therapy & Assessments533.7★ (9)18 mi
35ProActive Centre Health & Fitness525.0★ (303)16 mi
36Grovers Psychological & Counseling Professional Corporation523.4★ (10)8 mi
37Psychologists and Social Workers at Transit Commons513.8★ (6)19 mi
38Skerrett Psychology Professional Corporation512.3★ (3)17 mi
39Family Counseling Associates512.8★ (20)7 mi
40Attune Therapy505.0★ (4)8 mi
41Robin K. Harrison, PHD505.0★ (3)20 mi
42Richard Koepke495.0★ (5)10 mi
43Adapt Psychiatry484.6★ (258)16 mi
44Hillview Mental Health Counseling PLLC473.6★ (14)16 mi
45Buffalo Behavioral Psychology PC462.8★ (13)15 mi
46Jerica Barber Therapy & Wellness Services445.0★ (3)12 mi
47Endeavor Health Services - Clinic & Administrative Offices432.7★ (53)13 mi
48Williamsville Psychiatry, PLLC422.9★ (257)13 mi
49Bayridge Counselling Centres St. Catharines413.7★ (3)17 mi
50NIAGARA HEALTH AND WELLNESS403.4★ (16)15 mi

Also serving Grand Island

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 Grand Island
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Aidala Linda PhD3.0★ (2)8 mi
Atkinson Alan C PC PhD3.0★ (2)12 mi
Beyond the Horizon, PLLC5.0★ (2)12 mi
Chenelle Eastman LCSWIn Grand Island
Christman Barbara J3.0★ (2)9 mi
Dr. Christopher Fitzgerald4.5★ (2)10 mi
Dr. Michael Infranco5.0★ (2)10 mi
Dr. Sumit Grover3.0★ (2)8 mi
Dr. Ted Andrews5.0★ (2)10 mi
Family Institute of Buffalo: Shiffner James M5.0★ (2)9 mi
Fiona P. Gallacher, PHD5.0★ (2)10 mi
Fischer John5.0★ (2)10 mi
Jennifer A. Fendya, PHD5.0★ (2)10 mi
Joseph B. Scibetta, ACSW3.5★ (2)9 mi
Lisa A. Keenan, PhD5.0★ (2)10 mi
Mary Elizabeth T. Wellence, LMHC5.0★ (3)In Grand Island
Mary Erin Koprevich, CRC, LCSWR3.7★ (3)In Grand Island
Moses Michael PHD5.0★ (2)4 mi
Philip F. Ricotta, PHD3.5★ (2)10 mi
Tammi Von Wryeza-RasIn Grand Island

How we ranked Grand Island psychologists

We scored 50 Grand Island 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 Grand Island 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 Grand Island: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Grand Island?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Grand Island, NY is Psychological Disability Service Center with an RP Score of 67/100. It has 2.8★ from 47 Google reviews. Amy Beth Taublieb, PHD (#2) and Christopher Pino, PHD (#3) follow. We ranked 50 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Grand Island?

RankedPsychologists ranks 50 psychologists serving Grand Island, NY. 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 Grand Island work on weekends?

11 of 50 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Drew C. Messer, JD/PhD (#13), Hillcrest Psychology and Counselling Services (#17) and Hultink Psychological Services (#20). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Grand Island psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 50 rated psychologists in Grand Island is 3.7★, with a median of 6 reviews. ProActive Centre Health & Fitness has the most, 303 reviews, and ranks #35. 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 Grand Island count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Grand Island 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 Grand Island 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 Grand Island

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 50 psychologists serving Grand Island.