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Best Psychologists in Kingsport, TN (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Kingsport: Dr. David Cantor, RP Score 72/100; 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

  2. 4

    Most-reviewed: Open Minds Psychiatric and Mental Health Services, 283 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 22 ranked; ranked #4.

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

22 Kingsport psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 1 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.0★ across 22 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Kingsport 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 Kingsport at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inBest for
1Dr. David Cantor724.0★ (3)KingsportOverall
2Thomas J. Burns, PhD724.0★ (3)Kingsport—
3Frontier Health - Holston Children & Youth Services662.2★ (13)Kingsport—
4Open Minds Psychiatric and Mental Health Services664.8★ (283)KingsportMost reviews
5PMA Surgery Center, LLC604.8★ (162)Johnson City, 17 mi away—
6Charles M. Cooper, PHD585.0★ (3)Johnson City, 17 mi away—
7Beaudry Heather L PHD573.5★ (11)Johnson City, 18 mi away—
8Psi Psychological Services573.4★ (5)Johnson City, 18 mi away—
9Frontier Health - Holston Counseling Center564.0★ (72)Kingsport—
10Clarvida553.8★ (24)Kingsport—

The 22 best psychologists in Kingsport, 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 Kingsport

    #1 Dr. David Cantor

    Based in Kingsport

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 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
    2808 E Center St, Kingsport, TN 37664
    View profile for Dr. David Cantor(423) 782-8957

  2. #2 Thomas J. Burns, PhD

    Based in Kingsport

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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
    404 E Market St, Kingsport, TN 37660
    View profile for Thomas J. Burns, PhD(423) 392-6898

  5. #5 PMA Surgery Center, LLC

    Based in Johnson City, 17 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.8★ from 162 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 162 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    101 Med Tech Pkwy Ste 205, Johnson City, TN 37604
    View profile for PMA Surgery Center, LLC(423) 232-9420

  6. #6 Charles M. Cooper, PHD

    Based in Johnson City, 17 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 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
    200 Med Tech Pkwy, Johnson City, TN 37604
    View profile for Charles M. Cooper, PHD(423) 232-6120

  7. #7 Beaudry Heather L PHD

    Based in Johnson City, 18 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.5★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.5★ from 11 Google reviews
    Address
    1907 N Roan St #207, Johnson City, TN 37601
    View profile for Beaudry Heather L PHD(423) 282-0164

  10. #10 Clarvida

    Based in Kingsport

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.8★ from 24 Google reviews, based in Kingsport.

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

    • 3.8★ from 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2971 Fort Henry Dr, Kingsport, TN 37664
    View profile for Clarvida(423) 392-2975

  11. #11 GracePointe Counseling Center

    Based in Johnson City, 18 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.0★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–9 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    214 E Mountcastle Dr #1, Johnson City, TN 37601
    View profile for GracePointe Counseling Center(423) 283-4958

  12. #12 Roth R Eric PhD

    Based in Johnson City, 17 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.7★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.7★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2333 Knob Creek Rd #11, Johnson City, TN 37604
    View profile for Roth R Eric PhD(423) 952-0500

  13. #13 Dr. Katherine Barteck

    Based in Johnson City, 19 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 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–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    508 E Unaka Ave Ste 2, Johnson City, TN 37601
    View profile for Dr. Katherine Barteck(423) 449-9146

  14. #14 ETSU Health Psychiatry

    Based in Johnson City, 19 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.3★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2 Professional Park Dr Ste 21, Johnson City, TN 37604
    View profile for ETSU Health Psychiatry(423) 379-8120

  18. #18 LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Johnson City

    Based in Johnson City, 18 mi away

    44/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 112 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 112 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2112 N Roan St, Johnson City, TN 37601
    View profile for LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Johnson City(423) 202-7426

  20. #20 Carly Hedrick, Counselor

    Based in Johnson City, 18 mi away

    40/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2112 N Roan St, Johnson City, TN 37601
    View profile for Carly Hedrick, Counselor(423) 202-7426

  21. #21 ETSU Health Ballad Health Pediatrics

    Based in Johnson City, 19 mi away

    38/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.9★ from 74 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pediatrician”.

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

    • 2.9★ from 74 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–4:30 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    325 N State of Franklin Rd, Johnson City, TN 37604
    View profile for ETSU Health Ballad Health Pediatrics(423) 439-7320

  22. #22 Frontier Health - Watauga Behavioral Health Services

    Based in Johnson City, 19 mi away

    35/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.2★ from 90 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 2.2★ from 90 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    109 W Watauga Ave, Johnson City, TN 37604
    View profile for Frontier Health - Watauga Behavioral Health Services(423) 232-2600

Also serving Kingsport

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 Kingsport
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Ballad Health Medical Associates Counseling & Employee Assistance Program4.7★ (49)In Kingsport
CBT Solutions, Inc.5.0★ (5)In Kingsport
Common Thread ABA5.0★ (6)In Kingsport
Creekside Behavioral Health2.8★ (256)In Kingsport
Dedicated Psychiatric Services4.4★ (15)In Kingsport
Dr. Sachdev Somiah3.7★ (57)In Kingsport
Ellis Psychiatry, LLC5.0★ (20)In Kingsport
First Step Counseling4.9★ (43)In Kingsport
Harold Leonard3.0★ (2)In Kingsport
Kingsport Counseling Associates, PLLC3.8★ (10)In Kingsport
Open Minds Psychiatric and Mental Health Services, Kingsport4.9★ (311)In Kingsport
Psychiatric Associates2.8★ (5)In Kingsport
Psychiatric Associates-Kngsprt: Moffet Eric D MD4.0★ (38)In Kingsport
Riverbend Health and Wellness: Anna B. Hagan, M.Ed., Ed.S., LPC-MHSP5.0★ (2)In Kingsport
Safe Haven Counseling5.0★ (1)In Kingsport
Seed of Hope Counseling, LLC3.7★ (3)In Kingsport
The Middle Path - Tri-Cities5.0★ (5)In Kingsport
Therapy Place Counseling4.7★ (3)In Kingsport
Tri-Cities Center For Christian Counseling4.1★ (9)In Kingsport
Tri-Star Counseling, LLC3.9★ (19)In Kingsport

How we ranked Kingsport psychologists

We scored 22 Kingsport 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 Kingsport 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 Kingsport: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Kingsport?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Kingsport, TN is Dr. David Cantor with an RP Score of 72/100. It has 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews. Thomas J. Burns, PhD (#2) and Frontier Health - Holston Children & Youth Services (#3) follow. We ranked 22 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Kingsport?

RankedPsychologists ranks 22 psychologists serving Kingsport, TN. 6 of them are based in Kingsport; 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 Kingsport work on weekends?

1 of 22 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Johnson City (#17). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Kingsport psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 22 rated psychologists in Kingsport is 4.0★, with a median of 15 reviews. Open Minds Psychiatric and Mental Health Services has the most, 283 reviews, and ranks #4. 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 Kingsport count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 22 psychologists serving Kingsport.

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