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Best Psychologists in Gulf Gate Estates, FL (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Gulf Gate Estates: Sheets Emily PhD, RP Score 73/100; 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

  2. 39

    Most-reviewed: Center of Revitalizing Psychiatry, 351 Google reviews at 4.3★, the most of 63 ranked; ranked #39.

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

63 Gulf Gate Estates psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 11 open Saturdays and 5 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 63 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Gulf Gate Estates 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 Gulf Gate Estates at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Sheets Emily PhD735.0★ (10)Sarasota, 3 mi away—Overall
2Redman Timothy PhD704.6★ (22)Sarasota, 4 mi awaySat · Evenings—
3Jane Zarzecki, Ph.D., PLLC694.4★ (5)Sarasota, 6 mi away——
4David S PetersPhD695.0★ (3)Sarasota, 6 mi away——
5Henry A. Tenenbaum Phd, PHD683.4★ (5)Sarasota, 6 mi away——
6Kanter Geoffrey PHD681.0★ (4)Sarasota, 5 mi away——
7Winegar Robert K685.0★ (33)Sarasota, 4 mi away——
8Davenport Psychology675.0★ (5)Sarasota, 6 mi awaySat · Evenings—
9Dr. Jill Bressler673.9★ (11)Sarasota, 1 mi awayEvenings—
10Herrera Psychology664.5★ (13)Sarasota, 3 mi away——

The 63 best psychologists in Gulf Gate Estates, 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 Gulf Gate Estates

    Based in Sarasota, 3 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 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Address
    4370 S Tamiami Trl #164, Sarasota, FL 34231
  2. Based in Sarasota, 4 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.6★ from 22 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 12 PM–8 PM · Sat 12 PM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3205 Southgate Cir, Sarasota, FL 34239
  3. Based in Sarasota, 6 mi away

    69/100RP 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
    73 S Palm Ave Unit 215, Sarasota, FL 34236
  4. Based in Sarasota, 5 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 1.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    1250 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34239
  5. Based in Sarasota, 4 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3100 Tamiami Trail, Suite B Corner Tamiami Trail and, Oleander St, Sarasota, FL 34239
  6. Based in Sarasota, 6 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 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–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1608 Oak St, Sarasota, FL 34236
  7. Based in Sarasota, 1 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.9★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    7721 Holiday Dr, Sarasota, FL 34231
  8. Based in Sarasota, 3 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.5★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    8830 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34238
  9. Based in Bradenton, 11 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 1.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    Bradenton, FL 34201
  10. #14 D G

    Based in Sarasota, 3 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 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 9 AM–7 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2967 Bee Ridge Rd #6, Sarasota, FL 34239
  11. Based in Bradenton, 11 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    7317 Merchant Ct Ste A, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240
  12. Based in Sarasota, 12 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    6497 Parkland Dr Ste A, Sarasota, FL 34243
  13. Based in Sarasota, 6 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2155 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34237
  14. Based in Bradenton, 14 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.1★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 17 Google reviews
    Address
    5245 Office Park Blvd Ste 105, Bradenton, FL 34203
  15. Based in Sarasota, 6 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2831 Ringling Blvd STE 124F, Sarasota, FL 34237
  16. Based in Venice, 11 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.9★ from 30 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 30 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    871 Venetia Bay Blvd #360, Venice, FL 34285
  17. Based in Sarasota, 4 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8:30 AM–8:30 PM
    Address
    5939 Approach Rd, Sarasota, FL 34238

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

psychologists in Gulf Gate Estates, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Fundamental Psychology- Dr. Angela Steranko614.3★ (11)10 mi
27Embodied Healing - Dr. Amanda McCaw615.0★ (12)10 mi
28Belsham Richard Lee PHD613.7★ (3)14 mi
29Deborah Huntley, Ph.D.594.0★ (6)11 mi
30Dr. Patricia Dixon594.7★ (11)19 mi
31Banyan Psychological Center585.0★ (6)3 mi
32Aplomb Consulting and Education Solutions, LLC585.0★ (5)19 mi
33Jennifer H. Mendoza, PHD585.0★ (3)18 mi
34Therapists In Sarasota584.7★ (15)6 mi
35Clear Mind Map – Psychological Evaluations & Psychotherapy574.6★ (18)6 mi
36Heart to Heart Counseling LLC564.8★ (132)5 mi
37NowPsych, Sean Paul MD564.8★ (132)6 mi
38Debra K. Carter, PhD562.0★ (4)15 mi
39Center of Revitalizing Psychiatry554.3★ (351)5 mi
40Dr. Kimberly S Benson LMHC CAP CCTP NBCC554.9★ (85)6 mi
41MindSol Wellness Center544.9★ (53)6 mi
42JML Psychological Services545.0★ (15)12 mi
43Linda Kroll LCSW535.0★ (3)1 mi
44Michael W. Hamilton, PSYD534.6★ (18)16 mi
45Marc Rosenbaum, MSW525.0★ (3)4 mi
46Comprehensive Medpsych Systems of Florida524.0★ (5)5 mi
47LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Sarasota504.6★ (111)11 mi
48Julie M. Simons, LCSW505.0★ (33)10 mi
49Elite DNA Behavioral Health Therapy & Psychiatry Clinic - Sarasota504.1★ (113)10 mi
50David "Craig" Stratton, Counselor495.0★ (31)11 mi

Also serving Gulf Gate Estates

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 Gulf Gate Estates
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
AnayatherapyIn Gulf Gate Estates
Bradenton Best Life Counseling Center, PLLC5.0★ (2)11 mi
Christian Counseling of Sarasota5.0★ (2)In Gulf Gate Estates
Davenport Psychology4.0★ (2)12 mi
Dr. Charles R. Davenport; Licensed Psychologist5.0★ (2)12 mi
Dr. Maryla Madura1.0★ (2)5 mi
Holistic Health LinkIn Gulf Gate Estates
Janis W. Gold, LMHC, LPCIn Gulf Gate Estates
Jessica Sullivan5.0★ (2)12 mi
Lauren Gavron1.0★ (2)5 mi
Lemli James M PhD3.0★ (2)2 mi
Marvin Hendon, PhD5.0★ (2)5 mi
Sarasota CounselingIn Gulf Gate Estates
Sarasota TherapistsIn Gulf Gate Estates
Sherbet Behavioral Health LLCIn Gulf Gate Estates
Stacie M. Herrera, PsyD, PLLC5.0★ (2)6 mi
The Thinking Center of Sarasota5.0★ (2)4 mi
WellMind Psychology Services, PLLC5.0★ (2)10 mi
Wildflower Psych - Dr. Anna Hung5.0★ (2)1 mi
Wilson Psychology Services LLCIn Gulf Gate Estates

How we ranked Gulf Gate Estates psychologists

We scored 63 Gulf Gate Estates 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 Gulf Gate Estates 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 Gulf Gate Estates: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Gulf Gate Estates?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Gulf Gate Estates, FL is Sheets Emily PhD with an RP Score of 73/100. It has 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews. Redman Timothy PhD (#2) and Jane Zarzecki, Ph.D., PLLC (#3) follow. We ranked 63 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Gulf Gate Estates?

RankedPsychologists ranks 63 psychologists serving Gulf Gate Estates, FL. 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 Gulf Gate Estates work on weekends?

11 of 63 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 5 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Redman Timothy PhD (#2), Davenport Psychology (#8) and Michael Matouk Psychology, PLLC (#11). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Gulf Gate Estates psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 63 rated psychologists in Gulf Gate Estates is 4.7★, with a median of 12 reviews. Center of Revitalizing Psychiatry has the most, 351 reviews, and ranks #39. 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 Gulf Gate Estates count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Gulf Gate Estates 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 Gulf Gate Estates 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 Gulf Gate Estates

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 63 psychologists serving Gulf Gate Estates.
  2. November 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.