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Best Psychologists in Jamaica Plain, MA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Jamaica Plain: Neuropsychological Assessment Clinic, RP Score 75/100; 4.8★ from 362 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 1 PM.

  2. 37

    Most-reviewed: The Recovery Team - Newton, 120 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 292 ranked after Neuropsychological Assessment Clinic; ranked #37.

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

292 Jamaica Plain psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 106 open Saturdays and 41 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 292 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Jamaica Plain 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 Jamaica Plain at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Neuropsychological Assessment Clinic754.8★ (362)Brookline, 3 mi awaySatOverall
2MSW Psychological Associates735.0★ (9)Boston, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Paul D. Zeizel, PsyD734.4★ (10)Brookline, 3 mi away——
4Michelle Schlief734.8★ (5)Brookline, 2 mi away——
5Trimble David724.0★ (3)Brookline, 2 mi away——
6Katherine Flagg, PhD Clinical Psychologist722.3★ (3)Brookline, 2 mi away——
7Inside Compass: Herber Andrea PHD724.3★ (10)Boston, 4 mi away——
8Simona Bujoreanu, PHD712.0★ (4)Boston, 2 mi away——
9Cambridge Eating Disorder Center712.6★ (51)Cambridge, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Lippe Wendy715.0★ (4)Cambridge, 4 mi away——

The 292 best psychologists in Jamaica Plain, 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 Brookline, 3 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.4★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 10 Google reviews
    Address
    1093 Beacon St, Brookline, MA 02446
  2. Based in Brookline, 2 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.8★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    1330 Beacon St #349, Brookline, MA 02446
  3. Based in Brookline, 2 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 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
    1330 Beacon St, Brookline, MA 02446
  4. Based in Boston, 2 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    300 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA 02115
  5. Based in Cambridge, 4 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    22 Hilliard St, Cambridge, MA 02138
  6. Based in Cambridge, 4 mi away

    71/100RP 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
    1208 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
  7. Based in Boston, 5 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.3★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    10 Milk St #16, Boston, MA 02108
  8. Based in Cambridge, 4 mi away

    69/100RP 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
    875 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
  9. Based in Somerville, 6 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.3★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    175 Elm St, Somerville, MA 02144
  10. Based in Arlington, 7 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    The Lower Level, 259 Massachusetts Ave 2nd floor, Arlington, MA 02474
  11. 68/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    35 Braintree Hill Office Pk Ste 301, 3rd Floor, Braintree, MA 02184
  12. Based in Lexington, 9 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.4★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun 9 AM–9:30 PM
    Address
    127 Concord Ave, Lexington, MA 02421
  13. Based in Newton, 6 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.4★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    55 Chapel St #202, Newton, MA 02458
  14. Based in Belmont, 7 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 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
    115 Mill St, Belmont, MA 02478
  15. Based in Newton, 4 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.4★ from 47 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 47 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    199 Wells Ave #102, Newton Centre, MA 02459
  16. Based in Revere, 9 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews

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

psychologists in Jamaica Plain, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Joseph T. Coyle, PhD673.7★ (3)8 mi
27New England Forensic Associates673.7★ (3)8 mi
28Psychology & Diagnostics, PLLC675.0★ (5)2 mi
29Life Changes Group of Massachusetts673.8★ (4)6 mi
30Kendall Psychological Associates, P.C.674.7★ (12)4 mi
31Isabelle Girard, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner675.0★ (14)5 mi
32Dr. Lynn Margolies675.0★ (15)4 mi
33Health Psychology Associates664.3★ (6)4 mi
34Rizzo Salvatore J PHD665.0★ (3)9 mi
35Anika Goldman, Psy.D.663.3★ (4)2 mi
36Roger R. Davies, SCD655.0★ (4)10 mi
37The Recovery Team - Newton655.0★ (120)5 mi
38Aviva Psychology Services654.0★ (4)5 mi
39Life Changes Group of Massachusetts653.3★ (3)4 mi
40Andrea Harte, Counselor655.0★ (4)9 mi
41Barbara F. Bruno Golden, EDD655.0★ (4)4 mi
42Zachary Cottrell, Psychologist655.0★ (3)9 mi
43Dennis Plant, PhD655.0★ (4)5 mi
44Dr. Jessica L. Gashin, LLC655.0★ (3)4 mi
45Life Centered Therapy654.0★ (4)9 mi
46Dr. Marsha Vannicelli655.0★ (7)5 mi
47Jyothi Ramakrishnan, Psychologist643.7★ (3)5 mi
48Craig E. Malkin, PhD644.3★ (3)4 mi
49Dr. Jonice Webb644.2★ (5)11 mi
50Dr Laura Okin - Psychologist643.7★ (3)4 mi

Also serving Jamaica Plain

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 Jamaica Plain
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Adult Adolescent & Child CounselingIn Jamaica Plain
Amy Blackburn, PsyDIn Jamaica Plain
Ayanna K. Quinones, PHD5.0★ (2)In Jamaica Plain
Block Deborah LIn Jamaica Plain
Carol Wolter-GustafsonIn Jamaica Plain
CenterGround CounselingIn Jamaica Plain
Clare McBee, LICSWIn Jamaica Plain
Danielle Pinals - Real Talk Practice, LLC4.4★ (7)In Jamaica Plain
Eleanor Roffman, PsychologistIn Jamaica Plain
Family Solutions Institute2.5★ (6)In Jamaica Plain
George J. Chip Bradish, LMHCIn Jamaica Plain
Insight Counseling & Wellness PLLC3.7★ (3)In Jamaica Plain
Jennifer Taub, Ph.D. Clinical Psychologist / Therapist5.0★ (2)In Jamaica Plain
Kaufman StevenIn Jamaica Plain
Koch EhudIn Jamaica Plain
Pamela Cobey PsychotherapyIn Jamaica Plain
Priscilla S HoffnungIn Jamaica Plain
Refresh Psychiatry and Therapy - Jamaica Plain5.0★ (5)In Jamaica Plain
Sharin R. Horvitz-Chung, LMHC5.0★ (1)In Jamaica Plain
Suzanne M. Hoffman, PSYD1.0★ (1)In Jamaica Plain

How we ranked Jamaica Plain psychologists

We scored 292 Jamaica Plain 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 Jamaica Plain 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 Jamaica Plain: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Jamaica Plain?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Jamaica Plain, MA is Neuropsychological Assessment Clinic with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 4.8★ from 362 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 1 PM. MSW Psychological Associates (#2) and Paul D. Zeizel, PsyD (#3) follow. We ranked 292 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Jamaica Plain?

RankedPsychologists ranks 292 psychologists serving Jamaica Plain, MA. 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 Jamaica Plain work on weekends?

106 of 292 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 41 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Neuropsychological Assessment Clinic (#1), MSW Psychological Associates (#2) and Cambridge Eating Disorder Center (#9). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Jamaica Plain psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 292 rated psychologists in Jamaica Plain is 4.5★, with a median of 9 reviews. Neuropsychological Assessment Clinic has the most, 362 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 Jamaica Plain count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Jamaica Plain 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 Jamaica Plain 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 Jamaica Plain

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 292 psychologists serving Jamaica Plain.