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Best Psychologists in Grand Junction, CO (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Grand Junction: Pediatric Psychology Services of Colorado: Dr. Nichole Swann, RP Score 74/100; 3.2★ from 9 Google reviews.

  2. 9

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Grand Junction, 203 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 19 ranked; ranked #9.

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

19 Grand Junction psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 9 open Saturdays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.4★ across 19 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Grand Junction 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 Junction at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Pediatric Psychology Services of Colorado: Dr. Nichole Swann743.2★ (9)Grand Junction—Overall
2Lindsey Hall, Counselor725.0★ (7)Grand JunctionSat—
3Erin L Olson, Counselor725.0★ (5)Grand JunctionSat—
4Karen Steinbeck, Counselor715.0★ (3)Grand JunctionSat—
5Pediatric Psychology Services of Colorado683.4★ (22)Grand Junction——
6Individual Matters683.0★ (4)Grand Junction——
7Psychological Associates of Western Colorado671.8★ (11)Grand Junction——
8Alpha Center Psychological Services644.7★ (6)Grand JunctionSat—
9LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Grand Junction634.5★ (203)Grand JunctionSatMost reviews
10Dana Johnson, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner625.0★ (37)Grand JunctionSat—

The 19 best psychologists in Grand Junction, 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 Lindsey Hall, Counselor

    Based in Grand Junction

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    743 Horizon Ct Suite 220, Grand Junction, CO 81506
    View profile for Lindsey Hall, Counselor(970) 432-3361

  3. #3 Erin L Olson, Counselor

    Based in Grand Junction

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 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–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    743 Horizon Ct Suite 220, Grand Junction, CO 81506
    View profile for Erin L Olson, Counselor(970) 432-3361

  4. #4 Karen Steinbeck, Counselor

    Based in Grand Junction

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    743 Horizon Ct Suite 220, Grand Junction, CO 81506
    View profile for Karen Steinbeck, Counselor(970) 432-3361

  6. #6 Individual Matters

    Based in Grand Junction

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2530 E Foresight Cir, Grand Junction, CO 81505
    View profile for Individual Matters(970) 628-5589

  9. #9 LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Grand Junction

    Based in Grand Junction

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.5★ from 203 Google reviews, based in Grand Junction.

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

    • 4.5★ from 203 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    743 Horizon Ct Suite 220, Grand Junction, CO 81506
    View profile for LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Grand Junction(970) 432-3361

  11. #11 Stacey Salmonson, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Grand Junction

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 30 Google reviews, based in Grand Junction.

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

    • 4.9★ from 30 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    743 Horizon Ct Suite 220, Grand Junction, CO 81506
    View profile for Stacey Salmonson, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(970) 432-3361

  13. #13 Ashlei Kretz, Counselor

    Based in Grand Junction

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 7 Google reviews, based in Grand Junction.

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

    • 4.9★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    743 Horizon Ct Suite 220, Grand Junction, CO 81506
    View profile for Ashlei Kretz, Counselor(970) 432-3361

Also serving Grand Junction

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 Junction
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Amos Counseling3.0★ (60)In Grand Junction
Behavioral Health & Wellness Center3.2★ (25)In Grand Junction
Counseling & Education Center (CEC)4.0★ (14)In Grand Junction
Creative Directions Counseling & Consulting, LLC3.4★ (13)In Grand Junction
Empowered Solutions Psychiatry3.5★ (8)In Grand Junction
Grand Junction Psychiatry4.6★ (22)In Grand Junction
Grand Junction Wellness Center5.0★ (12)In Grand Junction
Grand Mesa Counseling5.0★ (7)In Grand Junction
Grand River Psychiatry4.0★ (12)In Grand Junction
Health Solutions West2.3★ (7)In Grand Junction
Identity Insights Counseling4.6★ (9)In Grand Junction
Lifespan Psychiatry of Colorado3.7★ (48)In Grand Junction
Live Well Counseling Center, PLLC4.8★ (19)In Grand Junction
Odegard Counseling5.0★ (14)In Grand Junction
Personal Growth Counseling5.0★ (8)In Grand Junction
Rest & Renewal Counseling, LLC4.9★ (7)In Grand Junction
Shift Counseling Services, PLLC3.1★ (8)In Grand Junction
Thrive Counseling5.0★ (12)In Grand Junction
Tiongco Dolores D MD3.5★ (8)In Grand Junction
Vistas pediatric and family mental wellness5.0★ (12)In Grand Junction

How we ranked Grand Junction psychologists

We scored 19 Grand Junction 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 Junction 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 Junction: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Grand Junction?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Grand Junction, CO is Pediatric Psychology Services of Colorado: Dr. Nichole Swann with an RP Score of 74/100. It has 3.2★ from 9 Google reviews. Lindsey Hall, Counselor (#2) and Erin L Olson, Counselor (#3) follow. We ranked 19 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Grand Junction?

RankedPsychologists ranks 19 psychologists serving Grand Junction, CO. 19 of them are based in Grand Junction; 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 Grand Junction work on weekends?

9 of 19 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Lindsey Hall, Counselor (#2), Erin L Olson, Counselor (#3) and Karen Steinbeck, Counselor (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Grand Junction psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 19 rated psychologists in Grand Junction is 4.4★, with a median of 8 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Grand Junction has the most, 203 reviews, and ranks #9. 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 Junction count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 19 psychologists serving Grand Junction.

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