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Best Psychologists in North Myrtle Beach, SC (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in North Myrtle Beach: Blues & Blahs, RP Score 56/100; 4.9★ from 73 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 3

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Myrtle Beach, 364 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 12 ranked; ranked #3.

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

12 North Myrtle Beach psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 2 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 12 rated practices.

Most of this list also appears on the Psychologists in Myrtle Beach ranking. See Psychologists in Myrtle Beach

Top 10 psychologists in North Myrtle Beach 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 Myrtle Beach at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Blues & Blahs564.9★ (73)Bridgeport, 13 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Oceanic Counseling Group LLC514.9★ (66)Myrtle Beach, 12 mi away——
3LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Myrtle Beach504.7★ (364)Myrtle Beach, 14 mi away—Most reviews
4Brighter Horizons Counseling, LLC504.4★ (5)Myrtle Beach, 17 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Linda A Bachman, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner494.9★ (67)Myrtle Beach, 14 mi away——
6Donna Maisano, Counselor485.0★ (26)Myrtle Beach, 14 mi away——
7Eleanor Tedesco, Psychiatrist484.6★ (45)Myrtle Beach, 14 mi away——
8Mona Jafarian, Counselor475.0★ (17)Myrtle Beach, 14 mi away——
9Oceanic Counseling Group464.6★ (73)Myrtle Beach, 17 mi away——
10Richard Tedesco, Counselor464.3★ (9)Myrtle Beach, 14 mi away——

The 12 best psychologists in North Myrtle Beach, 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.

Scores below: based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. Ranked #1 in North Myrtle Beach

    #1 Blues & Blahs

    Based in Bridgeport, 13 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 73 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    • 4.9★ from 73 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    View profile for Blues & Blahs(203) 571-3233

  6. #6 Donna Maisano, Counselor

    Based in Myrtle Beach, 14 mi away

    48/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    • 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    608 16th Ave N Ste g, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
    View profile for Donna Maisano, Counselor(843) 823-5132

  8. #8 Mona Jafarian, Counselor

    Based in Myrtle Beach, 14 mi away

    47/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    608 16th Ave N Ste g, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
    View profile for Mona Jafarian, Counselor(843) 823-5132

  10. #10 Richard Tedesco, Counselor

    Based in Myrtle Beach, 14 mi away

    46/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    • 4.3★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    608 16th Ave N Ste g, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
    View profile for Richard Tedesco, Counselor(843) 823-5132

How we ranked North Myrtle Beach psychologists

We scored 12 North Myrtle Beach 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 North Myrtle Beach 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 Myrtle Beach: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in North Myrtle Beach?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in North Myrtle Beach, SC is Blues & Blahs with an RP Score of 56/100. It has 4.9★ from 73 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Oceanic Counseling Group LLC (#2) and LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Myrtle Beach (#3) follow. We ranked 12 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in North Myrtle Beach?

RankedPsychologists ranks 12 psychologists serving North Myrtle Beach, SC. 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 Myrtle Beach work on weekends?

2 of 12 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Blues & Blahs (#1) and Brighter Horizons Counseling, LLC (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do North Myrtle Beach psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 12 rated psychologists in North Myrtle Beach is 4.7★, with a median of 36 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Myrtle Beach has the most, 364 reviews, and ranks #3. 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 Myrtle Beach count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the North Myrtle Beach 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 Myrtle Beach 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 Myrtle Beach

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 12 psychologists serving North Myrtle Beach.

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