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Best Psychologists in Lake Zurich, IL (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Lake Zurich: Barrington Behavioral Health & Wellness, RP Score 75/100; 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 42

    Most-reviewed: NeuroHealth Arlington Heights, 88 Google reviews at 3.1★, the most of 265 ranked; ranked #42.

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

265 Lake Zurich psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 145 open Saturdays and 60 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.3★ across 265 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Lake Zurich 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 Zurich at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Barrington Behavioral Health & Wellness755.0★ (5)Lake ZurichSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Clocktower Psychological Associates725.0★ (5)Lake ZurichSat · Evenings—
3Eden Behavioral Health - Child Therapy Palatine705.0★ (7)Palatine, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Barrington Behavioral Health & Wellness703.0★ (6)Palatine, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Mental Health Solutions694.1★ (14)Mundelein, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Pediatric POST695.0★ (20)Arlington Heights, 6 mi awaySat · Evenings—
7Mitchell W. Hicks, PHD695.0★ (4)Arlington Heights, 7 mi away——
8Karina Bortnik, PsyD684.2★ (11)Libertyville, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Aaron Weiner, PhD, ABPP674.7★ (12)Lake Forest, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Libertyville Counseling Group673.1★ (9)Libertyville, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 265 best psychologists in Lake Zurich, 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.

  5. #5 Mental Health Solutions

    Based in Mundelein, 7 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 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

  6. #6 Pediatric POST

    Based in Arlington Heights, 6 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3105 N Wilke Rd H, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
    View profile for Pediatric POST(815) 354-8200

  7. #7 Mitchell W. Hicks, PHD

    Based in Arlington Heights, 7 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 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
    3411-C N Kennicott Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
    View profile for Mitchell W. Hicks, PHD(630) 849-8275

  8. #8 Karina Bortnik, PsyD

    Based in Libertyville, 9 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 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

  9. #9 Aaron Weiner, PhD, ABPP

    Based in Lake Forest, 10 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 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

  11. #11 Thomson Memory & Attention

    Based in Barrington, 5 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 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–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1531 S Grove Ave #105, Barrington, IL 60010
    View profile for Thomson Memory & Attention(847) 469-7537

  13. #13 Frederick Bylsma, PhD

    Based in Arlington Heights, 7 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 1.8★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.8★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    3375 N Arlington Heights Rd Suite J, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
    View profile for Frederick Bylsma, PhD(847) 394-4174

  14. #14 Bradley G. Small, PsyD

    Based in Hoffman Estates, 8 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    Inverness, IL 60067
    View profile for Bradley G. Small, PsyD(847) 776-4500

  15. #15 The OCD & Anxiety Center

    Based in Barrington, 4 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–8 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    27790 IL-22 Ste 5, Barrington, IL 60010
    View profile for The OCD & Anxiety Center(630) 522-3124

  17. #17 Wolf Harvey M

    Based in Arlington Heights, 9 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 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
    121 S Wilke Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
    View profile for Wolf Harvey M(847) 259-2020

  20. #20 Wayne A. Prepura, PHD

    Based in Libertyville, 10 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 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

  21. #21 Thomson Memory & Attention

    Based in Hoffman Estates, 10 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.2★ from 65 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 65 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2300 Barrington Rd Ste 105, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
    View profile for Thomson Memory & Attention(847) 469-7537

  22. #22 Personal Growth Associates

    Based in Crystal Lake, 10 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.2★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    1095 Pingree Rd Ste 210, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
    View profile for Personal Growth Associates(847) 413-9700

  24. #24 Dr. Gerard Widmann

    Based in Schaumburg, 11 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    800 Woodfield Rd #103, Schaumburg, IL 60173
    View profile for Dr. Gerard Widmann(312) 834-4173

  25. #25 Toyah Wilson, PSYD

    Based in Schaumburg, 10 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 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
    1305 Remington Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173
    View profile for Toyah Wilson, PSYD(630) 723-9361

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

psychologists in Lake Zurich, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Grand Oaks Behavioral Health, LLC645.0★ (4)13 mi
27New Age Psyc, PLLC645.0★ (9)5 mi
28Zercher Brian645.0★ (3)11 mi
29Anxiety Treatment Center of Greater Chicago644.3★ (8)13 mi
30Laurie H. C. Philipps Ph.D.642.6★ (5)9 mi
31Center for Therapeutic Services and Psychodiagnostics-South644.5★ (37)12 mi
32Elmhurst Psychiatry645.0★ (25)16 mi
33Modern Me Psychology, PC644.6★ (9)14 mi
34Peter Dodzik644.0★ (4)12 mi
35Psychology Center Schaumburg, LTD.645.0★ (3)10 mi
36Behavioral Psychology Associates, PC643.8★ (10)10 mi
37Dr Karen Falk & Associates, Inc643.9★ (7)12 mi
38Maloy Therapeutic Alliance, Inc633.0★ (4)10 mi
39Dr. Susanne E. Richter635.0★ (3)12 mi
40Dr Pete Marcelo Psychologist, Therapy & Counseling Services in Huntley, IL 60142634.6★ (42)17 mi
41Neal Psychological Specialists634.9★ (11)12 mi
42NeuroHealth Arlington Heights633.1★ (88)9 mi
43Andrea S. Morse, Psy.D.635.0★ (6)13 mi
44Personal Growth Associates633.4★ (5)11 mi
45Growth Psychological Services634.1★ (15)9 mi
46The Family Stress Clinic632.0★ (4)10 mi
47Polski Psycholog Schaumburg - Terapia635.0★ (3)11 mi
48Guided Path Psychological Services LLC634.2★ (6)5 mi
49Dr. Ivan Wolfson634.8★ (4)13 mi
50Doreen Benjamin, Psy.D. LTD635.0★ (4)8 mi

Also serving Lake Zurich

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 Zurich
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Amy TannerIn Lake Zurich
Angelica Newton, LCPCIn Lake Zurich
Autism Planet ABA5.0★ (2)In Lake Zurich
Bonnie Whyte Ph.D.In Lake Zurich
Caravel Autism Health5.0★ (10)In Lake Zurich
Catherine J. Hunter & Associates5.0★ (2)In Lake Zurich
Clark E. Barshinger, PHDIn Lake Zurich
Cutting Edge Counseling of the North Shore5.0★ (1)In Lake Zurich
Dr. Brandon Lipin, Psy.D., MSCP, CADC, HSP5.0★ (1)In Lake Zurich
Dr. Jason NessIn Lake Zurich
Gillian B. Messinger, PHD5.0★ (1)In Lake Zurich
Keith V. Bjorge, Psy5.0★ (2)In Lake Zurich
Michelle GesingIn Lake Zurich
Mind Freeing Psychotherapy5.0★ (4)In Lake Zurich
Restorative Healing Counseling & Psychotherapy5.0★ (6)In Lake Zurich
Revive Treatment Center - Lake Zurich5.0★ (9)In Lake Zurich
Stableway Counseling ServicesIn Lake Zurich
The 911 Wellness Group5.0★ (3)In Lake Zurich
Through the Fog Therapy, PLLC5.0★ (1)In Lake Zurich
Tree of Life Counseling LLC5.0★ (1)In Lake Zurich

How we ranked Lake Zurich psychologists

We scored 265 Lake Zurich 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 Zurich 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 Zurich: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Lake Zurich?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Lake Zurich, IL is Barrington Behavioral Health & Wellness with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Clocktower Psychological Associates (#2) and Eden Behavioral Health - Child Therapy Palatine (#3) follow. We ranked 265 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Lake Zurich?

RankedPsychologists ranks 265 psychologists serving Lake Zurich, IL. 2 of them are based in Lake Zurich; 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 Zurich work on weekends?

145 of 265 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 60 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Barrington Behavioral Health & Wellness (#1), Clocktower Psychological Associates (#2) and Eden Behavioral Health - Child Therapy Palatine (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Lake Zurich psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 265 rated psychologists in Lake Zurich is 4.3★, with a median of 9 reviews. NeuroHealth Arlington Heights has the most, 88 reviews, and ranks #42. 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 Zurich count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 265 psychologists serving Lake Zurich.
  2. November 2026: 3 duplicate listings merged.

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