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Best Psychologists in Grover Beach, CA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Grover Beach: SLO Psychological Services - Miriam Burlakovsky, RP Score 73/100; 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

  2. 5

    Most-reviewed: Justin Chernow, PhD - Clinical Psychologist, 7 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 11 ranked after SLO Psychological Services - Miriam Burlakovsky; ranked #5.

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

11 Grover Beach psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 3 open Saturdays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 11 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Grover Beach 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 Grover Beach at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1SLO Psychological Services - Miriam Burlakovsky735.0★ (10)Arroyo Grande, 1 mi away—Overall
2Dr. Tammy Dobbs734.3★ (6)Arroyo Grande, 3 mi awaySat—
3Jane A. Hill, Therapist704.5★ (4)San Luis Obispo, 10 mi away——
4Wylie Thomas F PhD693.4★ (5)San Luis Obispo, 10 mi away——
5Justin Chernow, PhD - Clinical Psychologist655.0★ (7)San Luis Obispo, 11 mi away—Most reviews
6Annelie S Purdy Inc632.3★ (3)Santa Maria, 16 mi away——
7Coastal Center for Anxiety Treatment635.0★ (3)San Luis Obispo, 11 mi away——
8Aligned Psychology Group605.0★ (5)San Luis Obispo, 11 mi awaySat · Evenings—
9Liliana Escobar-Thies, PSYD605.0★ (3)San Luis Obispo, 19 mi awaySat—
10California Coastal Mental Health515.0★ (4)San Luis Obispo, 11 mi away——

The 11 best psychologists in Grover Beach, 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 Grover Beach

    #1 SLO Psychological Services - Miriam Burlakovsky

    Based in Arroyo Grande, 1 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    901 N Oak Park Blvd Ste 202, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
    View profile for SLO Psychological Services - Miriam Burlakovsky(805) 316-1410

  2. #2 Dr. Tammy Dobbs

    Based in Arroyo Grande, 3 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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–Tue closed · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    518 Paulding Cir Ste A, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
    View profile for Dr. Tammy Dobbs(805) 441-9795

  3. #3 Jane A. Hill, Therapist

    Based in San Luis Obispo, 10 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.5★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    1299 Briarwood Dr, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
    View profile for Jane A. Hill, Therapist(805) 709-7496

  4. #4 Wylie Thomas F PhD

    Based in San Luis Obispo, 10 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    11573 Los Osos Valley Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
    View profile for Wylie Thomas F PhD(805) 545-8951

  6. #6 Annelie S Purdy Inc

    Based in Santa Maria, 16 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 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
    433 S Lincoln St, Santa Maria, CA 93458
    View profile for Annelie S Purdy Inc(805) 349-9706

  8. #8 Aligned Psychology Group

    Based in San Luis Obispo, 11 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    599 Higuera St Ste F-4, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
    View profile for Aligned Psychology Group(805) 244-3851

  9. #9 Liliana Escobar-Thies, PSYD

    Based in San Luis Obispo, 19 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 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 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1254 2nd St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93402
    View profile for Liliana Escobar-Thies, PSYD(805) 215-3518

  11. #11 Calming and collective therapeutic services inc

    Based in Santa Maria, 17 mi away

    45/100RP Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 4:30 PM–7:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 2 PM–7 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    1414 S Miller St Ste g, Santa Maria, CA 93454
    View profile for Calming and collective therapeutic services inc(820) 241-2987

Also serving Grover Beach

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.

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Dr. Elisabeth GanironIn Grover Beach
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Elisha BlackIn Grover Beach
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FIREFLY HAVEN5.0★ (16)In Grover Beach
Joseph Mcgrath5.0★ (1)In Grover Beach
Keyrose Counseling / Louise Quiroz LMFTIn Grover Beach
Ms. Lynn MarieIn Grover Beach
O & A Wellness Group, Inc5.0★ (11)In Grover Beach
Pacific Oaks Psychology ServicesIn Grover Beach
Psychology and ResiliencyIn Grover Beach
Schenberg Tim PHDIn Grover Beach
Shelly A. Browne, PsyD5.0★ (2)1 mi
True North Therapy GroupIn Grover Beach

How we ranked Grover Beach psychologists

We scored 11 Grover Beach 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 Grover Beach 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 Grover Beach: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Grover Beach?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Grover Beach, CA is SLO Psychological Services - Miriam Burlakovsky with an RP Score of 73/100. It has 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews. Dr. Tammy Dobbs (#2) and Jane A. Hill, Therapist (#3) follow. We ranked 11 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Grover Beach?

RankedPsychologists ranks 11 psychologists serving Grover Beach, CA. 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 Grover Beach work on weekends?

3 of 11 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Dr. Tammy Dobbs (#2), Aligned Psychology Group (#8) and Liliana Escobar-Thies, PSYD (#9). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Grover Beach psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 11 rated psychologists in Grover Beach is 5.0★, with a median of 4 reviews. SLO Psychological Services - Miriam Burlakovsky has the most, 10 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 Grover Beach count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Grover Beach 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 Grover Beach 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 Grover Beach

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 11 psychologists serving Grover Beach.

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