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Best Psychologists in Lake Forest, IL (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Lake Forest: Aaron Weiner, PhD, ABPP, RP Score 75/100; 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 7

    Most-reviewed: Amen Clinics, 185 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 234 ranked; ranked #7.

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

234 Lake Forest psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 121 open Saturdays and 60 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.4★ across 234 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Aaron Weiner, PhD, ABPP754.7★ (12)Lake ForestSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Dr. Susanne E. Richter745.0★ (3)Lake Forest——
3Karina Bortnik, PsyD704.2★ (11)Libertyville, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Mental Health Solutions694.1★ (14)Mundelein, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Richter Susanne E PHD693.7★ (3)Highland Park, 5 mi away——
6Anxiety Treatment Center of Greater Chicago694.3★ (8)Deerfield, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Amen Clinics684.5★ (185)Deerfield, 5 mi away—Most reviews
8Andrea S. Morse, Psy.D.685.0★ (6)Deerfield, 7 mi away——
9Grand Oaks Behavioral Health, LLC685.0★ (4)Northbrook, 8 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Dr. Ivan Wolfson684.8★ (4)Deerfield, 7 mi away——

The 234 best psychologists in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest

    #1 Aaron Weiner, PhD, ABPP

    Based in Lake Forest

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 7 AM–9 PM
    Address
    100 Saunders Rd Suite 150, Lake Forest, IL 60045
    View profile for Aaron Weiner, PhD, ABPP(847) 786-8725

  2. #2 Dr. Susanne E. Richter

    Based in Lake Forest

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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
    100 N Waukegan Rd Ste 201, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
    View profile for Dr. Susanne E. Richter

  3. #3 Karina Bortnik, PsyD

    Based in Libertyville, 6 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.2★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–8 PM · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    800 S Milwaukee Ave Ste 180, Libertyville, IL 60048
    View profile for Karina Bortnik, PsyD(312) 804-4360

  4. #4 Mental Health Solutions

    Based in Mundelein, 7 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.1★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    405 Washington Blvd Ste 201, Mundelein, IL 60060
    View profile for Mental Health Solutions(847) 566-0164

  5. #5 Richter Susanne E PHD

    Based in Highland Park, 5 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    480 Elm Pl Ste 104, Highland Park, IL 60035
    View profile for Richter Susanne E PHD(847) 234-4015

  7. #7 Amen Clinics

    Based in Deerfield, 5 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.5★ from 185 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 185 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2333 Waukegan Rd Suite 150, Bannockburn, IL 60015
    View profile for Amen Clinics(224) 350-3997

  8. #8 Andrea S. Morse, Psy.D.

    Based in Deerfield, 7 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 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
    400 Lake Cook Rd, Deerfield, IL 60015
    View profile for Andrea S. Morse, Psy.D.(773) 450-2530

  10. #10 Dr. Ivan Wolfson

    Based in Deerfield, 7 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.8★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    448 Lake Cook Rd Ste A, Deerfield, IL 60015
    View profile for Dr. Ivan Wolfson(847) 433-4450

  12. #12 Bedrock Psychology Group

    Based in Northbrook, 9 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 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 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 10 AM–2 PM
    Address
    910 Skokie Blvd #208, Northbrook, IL 60062
    View profile for Bedrock Psychology Group(773) 389-2352

  15. #15 Wayne A. Prepura, PHD

    Based in Libertyville, 8 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.8★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.8★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    501 Peterson Rd, Libertyville, IL 60048
    View profile for Wayne A. Prepura, PHD(847) 680-3828

  17. #17 Center for Emotional Peace. Dr. Serge Sorokin

    Based in Highland Park, 7 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–9 PM · Sat 10 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    210 Skokie Valley Rd Ste c, Highland Park, IL 60035
    View profile for Center for Emotional Peace. Dr. Serge Sorokin(847) 722-6118

  21. #21 Allen Ben

    Based in Northbrook, 9 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    899 Skokie Blvd #304, Northbrook, IL 60062
    View profile for Allen Ben(847) 205-9605

  25. #25 Donald E. Sherwood, PSYD

    Based in Beach Park, 10 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 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
    37512 N North Ave, Beach Park, IL 60087
    View profile for Donald E. Sherwood, PSYD(847) 623-8866

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

psychologists in Lake Forest, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26The Family Stress Clinic652.0★ (4)7 mi
27Thomson Memory & Attention653.8★ (6)8 mi
28SociAbility Northbrook643.4★ (5)9 mi
29Pediatric POST645.0★ (20)12 mi
30Josselyn643.6★ (67)9 mi
31Mitchell W. Hicks, PHD645.0★ (4)12 mi
32Eden Behavioral Health - Child Therapy Palatine645.0★ (7)14 mi
33Parker Martin M PhD644.2★ (5)11 mi
34Doreen Benjamin, Psy.D. LTD645.0★ (4)6 mi
35Chilamkurti Chinni641.9★ (9)10 mi
36Courage to Connect Mental Health - Wilmette633.0★ (8)13 mi
37Barrington Behavioral Health & Wellness635.0★ (5)14 mi
38Growth Psychological Services634.1★ (15)8 mi
39Progressive Psychological Healthcare634.4★ (63)10 mi
40Frederick Bylsma, PhD631.8★ (5)11 mi
41Forest Bluff Counseling634.6★ (19)In Lake Forest
42Highland Park Psychology625.0★ (4)5 mi
43Park Ridge Psychological Services624.2★ (34)17 mi
44Dr. Marla Malka Miller624.2★ (6)11 mi
45Chicago Psych Therapy Group, Inc.624.7★ (12)17 mi
46Pediatric Consultation Center and Associates622.8★ (13)7 mi
47Sheban Lynne H PhD625.0★ (5)14 mi
48Northwest Suburban Psychology Group623.4★ (9)8 mi
49Barrington Behavioral Health & Wellness623.0★ (6)15 mi
50Steve Schreiner, Counselor625.0★ (5)17 mi

Also serving Lake Forest

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 Lake Forest
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Alan Georges, MD3.5★ (2)In Lake Forest
Changing Phases3.0★ (6)In Lake Forest
Counseling SpeaksIn Lake Forest
Courage to Connect Mental Health - Lake Bluff5.0★ (2)In Lake Forest
David R. Hanson, PsyD5.0★ (1)In Lake Forest
Dr. Savage Psychological Services5.0★ (1)In Lake Forest
Dr. Therese Sulentich, Psy.D.In Lake Forest
Eliacin CounselingIn Lake Forest
Fishman E Dr ClinicalIn Lake Forest
Healistic ConnectionsIn Lake Forest
Lake Forest Wellness5.0★ (1)In Lake Forest
Mary Waldon, PhD, LCSW5.0★ (1)In Lake Forest
MiLi Counseling, PLLC5.0★ (2)In Lake Forest
Mindfully Well PLLC5.0★ (1)In Lake Forest
Nicholas Larkin Psychology5.0★ (2)In Lake Forest
Nix Baker Wellness and Therapy5.0★ (2)In Lake Forest
Parkside Psychological Services5.0★ (2)In Lake Forest
Reed Deborah A1.0★ (1)In Lake Forest
Shari Jacobson, LCSW5.0★ (1)In Lake Forest
The Theraplay Institute4.4★ (7)In Lake Forest

How we ranked Lake Forest psychologists

We scored 234 Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Lake Forest?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Lake Forest, IL is Aaron Weiner, PhD, ABPP with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Dr. Susanne E. Richter (#2) and Karina Bortnik, PsyD (#3) follow. We ranked 234 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Lake Forest?

RankedPsychologists ranks 234 psychologists serving Lake Forest, IL. 3 of them are based in Lake Forest; 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 Lake Forest work on weekends?

121 of 234 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 60 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Aaron Weiner, PhD, ABPP (#1), Karina Bortnik, PsyD (#3) and Mental Health Solutions (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Lake Forest psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 234 rated psychologists in Lake Forest is 4.4★, with a median of 9 reviews. Amen Clinics has the most, 185 reviews, and ranks #7. 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 Lake Forest count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 234 psychologists serving Lake Forest.
  2. November 2026: 4 duplicate listings merged.

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