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Best Psychologists in Lorain, OH (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Lorain: Innovative Counseling Inc., RP Score 67/100; 4.4★ from 47 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 3 PM.

  2. 25

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists North Olmsted, 419 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 42 ranked; ranked #25.

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

42 Lorain psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 10 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.2★ across 42 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Lorain 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 Lorain at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Innovative Counseling Inc.674.4★ (47)Avon, 8 mi awaySatOverall
2Dr Jack Brunner623.7★ (3)Westlake, 12 mi away——
3Innovative Counseling Inc.622.3★ (6)Avon Lake, 9 mi awaySat—
4Kenneth A De Luca & Associates Inc623.1★ (32)North Ridgeville, 10 mi awaySat—
5Innovative Counseling Inc.625.0★ (3)Westlake, 14 mi awaySat · Sun—
6Amy L. Lee, PhD603.7★ (3)Westlake, 15 mi away——
7Michael B. Leach, Ph.D.603.7★ (3)Westlake, 15 mi away——
8Allied Behavioral Health Services594.2★ (19)Fairview Park, 16 mi awaySat · Evenings—
9J. Donald Lawson, Ph.D.584.0★ (4)Rocky River, 17 mi away——
10Allied Behavioral Health Services583.6★ (8)LorainSat · Evenings—

The 42 best psychologists in Lorain, 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 Lorain

    Based in Avon, 8 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 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 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    37303 Harvest Dr, Avon, OH 44011
  2. Based in Westlake, 12 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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
    30400 Detroit Rd Sleep Room, Westlake, OH 44145
  3. Based in Avon Lake, 9 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    32713 Walker Rd, Avon Lake, OH 44012
  4. Based in North Ridgeville, 10 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.1★ from 32 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.1★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    6401 Jaycox Rd, North Ridgeville, OH 44039
  5. Based in Westlake, 14 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–3 PM
    Address
    26600 Detroit Rd Ste 260, Westlake, OH 44145
  6. Based in Westlake, 15 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 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
    805 Columbia Rd #105, Westlake, OH 44145
  7. Based in Westlake, 15 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 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
    24500 Center Ridge Rd, Westlake, OH 44145
  8. Based in Fairview Park, 16 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.2★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    22540 Lorain Rd, Fairview Park, OH 44126
  9. Based in Rocky River, 17 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    20575 Center Ridge Rd Ste 314, Rocky River, OH 44116
  10. Based in Berea, 18 mi away

    58/100RP 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
    429 Front St, Berea, OH 44017
  11. Based in Cleveland, 17 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–9 PM · Tue closed · Wed–Sat 9 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    20525 Center Ridge Rd, Cleveland, OH 44116
  12. Based in North Olmsted, 15 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 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–Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    25111 Country Club Blvd Suite 290, North Olmsted, OH 44070
  13. Based in Rocky River, 17 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 1.8★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.8★ from 10 Google reviews
    Address
    20800 Center Ridge Rd #105, Rocky River, OH 44116
  14. Based in Cleveland, 19 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 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
    7215 Old Oak Blvd A, Cleveland, OH 44130
  15. Based in Westlake, 14 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 10 AM–5 PM · Wed–Thu closed · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    first floor, 26404 Center Ridge Rd Bldg B, Westlake, OH 44145
  16. Based in Avon, 9 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 277 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 277 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1426 Center Rd, Avon, OH 44011
  17. Based in Avon, 9 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 45 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 45 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1426 Center Rd, Avon, OH 44011
  18. Based in Cleveland, 19 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    7370 Engle Rd, Cleveland, OH 44130
  19. Based in Avon, 9 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1426 Center Rd, Avon, OH 44011
  20. Based in Westlake, 15 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.1★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.1★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–12 PM
    Address
    24803 Detroit Rd Unit E, Westlake, OH 44145
  21. Based in Avon, 9 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1426 Center Rd #0, Avon, OH 44011
  22. Based in North Olmsted, 15 mi away

    48/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 419 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 419 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    25111 Country Club Blvd Suite 290, North Olmsted, OH 44070

All 42 psychologists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #42, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

psychologists in Lorain, ranks 26 to 42
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Sunshine Counseling LLC485.0★ (3)8 mi
27Laura Siarkowski, Counselor484.6★ (8)9 mi
28Strongsville Psychological Services483.8★ (13)19 mi
29Lynn M. Skunta473.8★ (14)14 mi
30David Kwon, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner475.0★ (46)15 mi
31Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center464.1★ (17)13 mi
32LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Rocky River454.6★ (164)17 mi
33ARC Psychiatry453.6★ (62)13 mi
34Trista Piccola, Counselor445.0★ (6)15 mi
35Boehm Psych Services443.8★ (14)14 mi
36Brandy Hill, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner421.8★ (5)15 mi
37Oakview Behavioral Health Services423.4★ (46)19 mi
38Nicole Marko, Counselor425.0★ (8)17 mi
39Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center414.4★ (17)19 mi
40Melissa Parsons, Counselor415.0★ (4)17 mi
41Stacey Aiton, Counselor415.0★ (3)17 mi
42Behavioral Health Services Of Greater Cleveland404.0★ (8)17 mi

Also serving Lorain

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 Lorain
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
ACE Wellness Center Lorain2.7★ (3)In Lorain
Andrea Ellis, PCIn Lorain
Applewood Centers3.0★ (10)In Lorain
Berman Counseling and Consulting, LLC3.7★ (6)In Lorain
bridge & BALANCEIn Lorain
Elizabeth FrantzIn Lorain
Elizabeth FrantzIn Lorain
Jeffrey Berman, LISW-S5.0★ (1)In Lorain
Martin Journey to Joy Counseling LLCIn Lorain
Myra C. Kawaguchi, PHD5.0★ (2)In Lorain
Nord Center: Huerta Enrique MDIn Lorain
NorthStar EMDRIn Lorain
OhioGuidestone Behavioral Health and Primary Care2.2★ (20)In Lorain
Pearls of Wisdom Psychiatric Services3.6★ (11)In Lorain
Riveon Mental Health and Recovery3.0★ (147)In Lorain
Rooted Willow Counseling, LLCIn Lorain
Shelle M. Mathis Counseling Services LLC4.0★ (4)In Lorain
Silver Maple Recovery3.8★ (73)In Lorain
Theophilus Arthur-Mensah Md1.0★ (1)In Lorain
Thomas Zeck & AssociatesIn Lorain

How we ranked Lorain psychologists

We scored 42 Lorain 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 Lorain 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 Lorain: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Lorain?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Lorain, OH is Innovative Counseling Inc. with an RP Score of 67/100. It has 4.4★ from 47 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 3 PM. Dr Jack Brunner (#2) and Innovative Counseling Inc. (#3) follow. We ranked 42 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Lorain?

RankedPsychologists ranks 42 psychologists serving Lorain, OH. 1 of them is based in Lorain; 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 Lorain work on weekends?

10 of 42 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Innovative Counseling Inc. (#1), Innovative Counseling Inc. (#3) and Kenneth A De Luca & Associates Inc (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Lorain psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 42 rated psychologists in Lorain is 4.2★, with a median of 9 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists North Olmsted has the most, 419 reviews, and ranks #25. 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 Lorain count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 42 psychologists serving Lorain.