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Best Psychologists in Joplin, MO (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Joplin: Executive Psychological Resources (EPR), RP Score 72/100; 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 3

    Most-reviewed: Dr. Frisbie & Dr. Gerhart, 32 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 8 ranked; ranked #3.

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

8 Joplin psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 2 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 3.8★ across 8 rated practices.

Top 8 psychologists in Joplin 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 8 psychologists in Joplin at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Executive Psychological Resources (EPR)725.0★ (3)JoplinSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Dr. Jennifer Alberty693.0★ (4)Joplin——
3Dr. Frisbie & Dr. Gerhart684.4★ (32)Joplin—Most reviews
4Applied Psychological Services673.7★ (25)Joplin——
5Psychological Associates573.8★ (13)Neosho, 16 mi away——
6My World ABA563.7★ (3)JoplinSat · Sun—
7Counseling Associates of the Four States, LLC544.0★ (26)Joplin——
8College Skyline Center LLC523.0★ (21)JoplinEvenings—

The 8 best psychologists in Joplin, 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 Dr. Jennifer Alberty

    Based in Joplin

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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
    1627 W 26th St, Joplin, MO 64804
    View profile for Dr. Jennifer Alberty(417) 627-9601

  3. #3 Dr. Frisbie & Dr. Gerhart

    Based in Joplin

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.4★ from 32 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    714 S Highland Ave, Joplin, MO 64801
    View profile for Dr. Frisbie & Dr. Gerhart(417) 624-4475

  5. #5 Psychological Associates

    Based in Neosho, 16 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.8★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.8★ from 13 Google reviews
    Address
    1110 W Harmony St d, Neosho, MO 64850
    View profile for Psychological Associates(417) 455-5875

  6. #6 My World ABA

    Based in Joplin

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, based in Joplin.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–5:30 PM
    Address
    7603 E 32nd St, Joplin, MO 64804
    View profile for My World ABA(417) 530-9800

How we ranked Joplin psychologists

We scored 8 Joplin 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 Joplin 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 Joplin: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Joplin?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Joplin, MO is Executive Psychological Resources (EPR) with an RP Score of 72/100. It has 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Dr. Jennifer Alberty (#2) and Dr. Frisbie & Dr. Gerhart (#3) follow. We ranked 8 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Joplin?

RankedPsychologists ranks 8 psychologists serving Joplin, MO. 7 of them are based in Joplin; the rest serve it from nearby towns. 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 Joplin work on weekends?

2 of 8 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Executive Psychological Resources (EPR) (#1) and My World ABA (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Joplin psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 8 rated psychologists in Joplin is 3.8★, with a median of 17 reviews. Dr. Frisbie & Dr. Gerhart has the most, 32 reviews, and ranks #3. 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 Joplin count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Joplin 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 Joplin 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 Joplin

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 8 psychologists serving Joplin.

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