75/100RP Score
Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Best Psychologists in Safety Harbor, FL (2026)
226 psychologists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Safety Harbor: Jeffrey M. George, PsyD, RP Score 75/100; 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews.
- 24
Most-reviewed: Living Well Psychotherapy Associates Inc., 142 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 226 ranked; ranked #24.
Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
226 Safety Harbor psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 40 open Saturdays and 16 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 226 rated practices.
Top 10 psychologists in Safety Harbor 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.
| Rank | Business | RP Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jeffrey M. George, PsyD | 75 | 4.4★ (7) | Safety Harbor | — | Overall |
| 2 | Steven P. O'Brien, Psy.D. | 74 | 4.9★ (9) | Clearwater, 2 mi away | — | — |
| 3 | Lee Gavi PsyD LLC | 74 | 5.0★ (5) | Clearwater, 2 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Dr. Amanda Bauer Manzella Ph.D. LMHC | 72 | 4.8★ (47) | Tampa, 10 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Robert S. Klein, PhD., P.A. | 72 | 4.0★ (8) | Clearwater, 4 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Jeanne Howes, PHD | 71 | 4.3★ (12) | Clearwater, 5 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Foster Glen G PhD | 71 | 5.0★ (5) | Dunedin, 5 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Dr. Elaine Berman | 70 | 3.7★ (6) | Palm Harbor, 6 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | ChildTestingFL | 70 | 5.0★ (72) | Tampa, 12 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 10 | Bailey Psychology Group | 69 | 3.7★ (39) | Clearwater, 3 mi away | Sat | — |
The 226 best psychologists in Safety Harbor, 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.
Based in Clearwater, 2 mi away
74/100RP ScoreRanked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.9★ from 9 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Clearwater, 2 mi away
74/100RP ScoreRanked #3 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.
Based in Tampa, 10 mi away
72/100RP ScoreRanked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.8★ from 47 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Clearwater, 4 mi away
72/100RP ScoreRanked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Clearwater, 5 mi away
71/100RP ScoreRanked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Dunedin, 5 mi away
71/100RP ScoreRanked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Palm Harbor, 6 mi away
70/100RP ScoreRanked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Tampa, 12 mi away
70/100RP ScoreRanked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 72 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Clearwater, 3 mi away
69/100RP ScoreRanked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.7★ from 39 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Clearwater, 7 mi away
69/100RP ScoreRanked #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.
#12 Aarti Mathur,
Based in Tampa, 8 mi away
69/100RP ScoreRanked #12 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.
#13 Gerard Boutin
Based in Largo, 7 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.3★ from 7 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Largo, 7 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.8★ from 9 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Clearwater, 3 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.6★ from 12 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#16 Eric Rosen
Based in Palm Harbor, 8 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #16 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.
Based in Clearwater, 2 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.9★ from 17 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#18 Dr. Ben Ghozali
Based in Palm Harbor, 9 mi away
67/100RP ScoreRanked #18 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.
Based in Palm Harbor, 7 mi away
67/100RP ScoreRanked #19 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.
Based in Tampa, 6 mi away
67/100RP ScoreRanked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.8★ from 40 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Largo, 9 mi away
67/100RP ScoreRanked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.3★ from 7 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Clearwater, 2 mi away
67/100RP ScoreRanked #22 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.
Based in St. Petersburg, 14 mi away
66/100RP ScoreRanked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Largo, 9 mi away
66/100RP ScoreRanked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.7★ from 142 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Brandon, 14 mi away
66/100RP ScoreRanked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
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 226 ranked psychologists here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Safety Harbor
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.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Abigail Saneholtz, Psy.D | In Safety Harbor | |
| Behavioral Healthcare Options, Inc. | 3.5★ (26) | In Safety Harbor |
| Benjamin Snyder | In Safety Harbor | |
| Coastal Counseling & Wellness | 5.0★ (2) | In Safety Harbor |
| Dr. Francis K. Butler, MD | 3.2★ (21) | In Safety Harbor |
| Dr. Lynda Gurvtiz | In Safety Harbor | |
| Driven By Wellness Therapy Studio LLC | 4.6★ (9) | In Safety Harbor |
| Gloria P. Crutchfield, PHD | 5.0★ (2) | In Safety Harbor |
| Harbor Therapy LLC | 5.0★ (1) | In Safety Harbor |
| Jackie Currier, LCSW | 5.0★ (1) | In Safety Harbor |
| Kingdom Counseling, LLC | 5.0★ (2) | In Safety Harbor |
| Lisa Averoff LMHC | 3.5★ (11) | In Safety Harbor |
| Lori Georgiou, LMFT | 4.4★ (7) | In Safety Harbor |
| Michael T. Smith, PHD | 5.0★ (2) | In Safety Harbor |
| New Dawn Counseling LLC | 5.0★ (12) | In Safety Harbor |
| Peal Ronald L PhD | 5.0★ (1) | In Safety Harbor |
| Praxis Wellness LLC | 3.9★ (7) | In Safety Harbor |
| Pure Empathy LLC | 5.0★ (3) | In Safety Harbor |
| Step Beyond Development | 4.4★ (14) | In Safety Harbor |
| Transitions Mental Health and Wellness | 5.0★ (6) | In Safety Harbor |
How we ranked Safety Harbor psychologists
We scored 226 Safety Harbor 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Safety Harbor data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Review volume | 5% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of Google reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availability | Measured |
| Specialty focus | 25% | How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 15% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
How to choose a psychologist
- Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
- Make sure they regularly work with clients who have your concern, and ask what approach they use and why.
- If you may need testing as well as therapy (for example for ADHD or memory concerns), ask whether the practice does assessments itself.
- 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.
- Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
- 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 Safety Harbor: frequently asked questions
Who is the best psychologist in Safety Harbor?
By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Safety Harbor, FL is Jeffrey M. George, PsyD with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews. Steven P. O'Brien, Psy.D. (#2) and Lee Gavi PsyD LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 226 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many psychologists are there in Safety Harbor?
RankedPsychologists ranks 226 psychologists serving Safety Harbor, FL. 2 of them are based in Safety Harbor; 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 Safety Harbor work on weekends?
40 of 226 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 16 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Lee Gavi PsyD LLC (#3), Dr. Amanda Bauer Manzella Ph.D. LMHC (#4) and ChildTestingFL (#9). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.
What Google rating do Safety Harbor psychologists have?
The median Google rating among 226 rated psychologists in Safety Harbor is 4.6★, with a median of 8 reviews. Living Well Psychotherapy Associates Inc. has the most, 142 reviews, and ranks #24. 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 Safety Harbor count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Safety Harbor 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 Safety Harbor 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 Safety Harbor
- November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 226 psychologists serving Safety Harbor.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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