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Best Psychologists in North Fort Myers, FL (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in North Fort Myers: Hansen Cohen Associates in Psychology, RP Score 68/100; 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

  2. 22

    Most-reviewed: Elite DNA Behavioral Health Therapy & Psychiatry Clinic - Fort Myers - Metro, 1,044 Google reviews at 4.1★, the most of 45 ranked; ranked #22.

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

45 North Fort Myers psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 3 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 45 rated practices.

Most of this list also appears on the Psychologists in Cape Coral ranking. See Psychologists in Cape Coral

Top 10 psychologists in North Fort Myers 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 North Fort Myers at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Hansen Cohen Associates in Psychology683.7★ (3)Fort Myers, 6 mi away—Overall
2Steven Cohen, PsyD685.0★ (4)Fort Myers, 7 mi away——
3Sanders Jill PhD671.0★ (8)Fort Myers, 5 mi away——
4Dr. MICHAEL P. SHAIN PhD675.0★ (3)Fort Myers, 8 mi away——
5Memory Care | Tanja Mani, PhD673.2★ (5)Fort Myers, 8 mi away——
6Fort Myers Psychology, PA/Dr. Nancy Spencer and Associates653.9★ (14)Fort Myers, 8 mi awaySat · Evenings—
7Southwest Psychological Services644.2★ (5)Cape Coral, 11 mi away——
8Gulfshore Behavioral Health644.1★ (13)Fort Myers, 5 mi away——
9Golisano Pediatric Behavioral Health - Women & Children's Medical Plaza645.0★ (4)Fort Myers, 11 mi away——
10Gulf Coast Psychology - Dr. Pat Capozzoli635.0★ (5)Fort Myers, 6 mi away——

The 45 best psychologists in North Fort Myers, 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 Steven Cohen, PsyD

    Based in Fort Myers, 7 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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
    12499 Brantley Commons Ct #101, Fort Myers, FL 33907
    View profile for Steven Cohen, PsyD(239) 278-3443

  3. #3 Sanders Jill PhD

    Based in Fort Myers, 5 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 1.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    3949 Evans Ave Ste 105, Fort Myers, FL 33901
    View profile for Sanders Jill PhD(239) 789-5078

  4. #4 Dr. MICHAEL P. SHAIN PhD

    Based in Fort Myers, 8 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 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
    12600 Creekside Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33919
    View profile for Dr. MICHAEL P. SHAIN PhD(239) 343-9220

  6. #6 Fort Myers Psychology, PA/Dr. Nancy Spencer and Associates

    Based in Fort Myers, 8 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.9★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri–Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    12791 World Plaza Ln Bldg 89, Fort Myers, FL 33907
    View profile for Fort Myers Psychology, PA/Dr. Nancy Spencer and Associates(239) 829-5494

  8. #8 Gulfshore Behavioral Health

    Based in Fort Myers, 5 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.1★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1555 Matthew Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33907
    View profile for Gulfshore Behavioral Health(239) 533-9860

  9. #9 Golisano Pediatric Behavioral Health - Women & Children's Medical Plaza

    Based in Fort Myers, 11 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child 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
    15901 Bass Rd #108, Fort Myers, FL 33908
    View profile for Golisano Pediatric Behavioral Health - Women & Children's Medical Plaza(239) 343-6050

  12. #12 Mabel Lopez, PhD

    Based in Fort Myers, 7 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10175 6 Mile Cypress Pkwy #3, Fort Myers, FL 33966
    View profile for Mabel Lopez, PhD(239) 768-6500

  13. #13 Mind and Brain Care

    Based in Fort Myers, 7 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.8★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.8★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10175 6 Mile Cypress Pkwy #3, Fort Myers, FL 33966
    View profile for Mind and Brain Care(239) 768-6500

  14. #14 Principles of Learning INC

    Based in Fort Myers, 8 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    6361 Presidential Ct Ste C-111, Fort Myers, FL 33919
    View profile for Principles of Learning INC(305) 204-3260

  18. #18 Gravity Psychology

    Based in Estero, 17 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.4★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9250 Corkscrew Rd #12, Estero, FL 33928
    View profile for Gravity Psychology(239) 799-6952

  19. #19 The Center For Psychology

    Based in Fort Myers, 7 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.1★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.1★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:45 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    12499 Brantley Commons Ct #101, Fort Myers, FL 33907
    View profile for The Center For Psychology(239) 278-3443

  20. #20 Tranquil Hearts Therapy

    Based in North Fort Myers

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, based in North Fort Myers.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 10 AM–9 PM · Wed 10 AM–4 PM · Thu 10 AM–3 PM · Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3440 Marinatown Ln, North Fort Myers, FL 33903
    View profile for Tranquil Hearts Therapy(754) 666-3004

  21. #21 MikeThePsych LLC

    Based in Bonita Springs, 20 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 3 PM–8 PM · Fri 3 PM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3333 Renaissance Blvd #203, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
    View profile for MikeThePsych LLC(239) 788-0916

  22. #22 Elite DNA Behavioral Health Therapy & Psychiatry Clinic - Fort Myers - Metro

    Based in Fort Myers, 5 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.1★ from 1,044 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.1★ from 1,044 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4310 Metro Pkwy Ste 205, Fort Myers, FL 33916
    View profile for Elite DNA Behavioral Health Therapy & Psychiatry Clinic - Fort Myers - Metro(239) 690-6906

  23. #23 Centerstone

    Based in Fort Myers, 5 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 35 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2830 Winkler Ave #105, Fort Myers, FL 33916
    View profile for Centerstone(239) 208-6390

  25. #25 Compass Counseling Associates

    Based in Estero, 17 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    9210 Estero Park Commons Blvd #7, Estero, FL 33928
    View profile for Compass Counseling Associates(239) 495-7773

How we ranked North Fort Myers psychologists

We scored 45 North Fort Myers 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 13, 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 North Fort Myers 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 North Fort Myers: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in North Fort Myers?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in North Fort Myers, FL is Hansen Cohen Associates in Psychology with an RP Score of 68/100. It has 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews. Steven Cohen, PsyD (#2) and Sanders Jill PhD (#3) follow. We ranked 45 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 13, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in North Fort Myers?

RankedPsychologists ranks 45 psychologists serving North Fort Myers, FL. 1 of them is based in North Fort Myers; 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 North Fort Myers work on weekends?

3 of 45 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Fort Myers Psychology, PA/Dr. Nancy Spencer and Associates (#6) and MikeThePsych LLC (#21). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do North Fort Myers psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 45 rated psychologists in North Fort Myers is 4.7★, with a median of 10 reviews. Elite DNA Behavioral Health Therapy & Psychiatry Clinic - Fort Myers - Metro has the most, 1,044 reviews, and ranks #22. 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 North Fort Myers count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the North Fort Myers 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 North Fort Myers 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 North Fort Myers

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 45 psychologists serving North Fort Myers.

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