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Best Psychologists in Sioux Falls, SD (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Sioux Falls: Great Plains Psychological Services, RP Score 73/100; 2.2★ from 6 Google reviews.

  2. 8

    Most-reviewed: Sanford Psychiatry & Psychology Clinic, 49 Google reviews at 2.8★, the most of 19 ranked; ranked #8.

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

19 Sioux Falls psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. The median Google rating is 3.3★ across 19 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Sioux Falls 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 Sioux Falls at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Great Plains Psychological Services732.2★ (6)Sioux Falls—Overall
2David W. Kauffman, PHD732.3★ (3)Sioux Falls——
3Mc Grath Michael PhD721.0★ (3)Sioux Falls——
4Price Thomas PhD721.0★ (3)Sioux Falls——
5Sioux Falls Psychological Services703.9★ (19)Sioux FallsEvenings—
6Avera Medical Group Behavioral Health — W 69th St683.0★ (21)Sioux Falls——
7Latanda Salmen LLC685.0★ (3)Sioux Falls——
8Sanford Psychiatry & Psychology Clinic682.8★ (49)Sioux Falls—Most reviews
9Sanford Psychiatry & Psychology672.6★ (5)Sioux Falls——
10Bethesda Christian Counseling673.7★ (3)Sioux Falls——

The 19 best psychologists in Sioux Falls, 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 David W. Kauffman, PHD

    Based in Sioux Falls

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    309 W 43rd St Unit 101, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
    View profile for David W. Kauffman, PHD(605) 334-4549

  3. #3 Mc Grath Michael PhD

    Based in Sioux Falls

    72/100RP Score

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

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

    • 1.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    1500 W 51st St Unit 105, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
    View profile for Mc Grath Michael PhD(605) 271-4492

  4. #4 Price Thomas PhD

    Based in Sioux Falls

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 1.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    5032 S Bur Oak Pl Unit 210, Sioux Falls, SD 57108
    View profile for Price Thomas PhD(605) 274-1119

  7. #7 Latanda Salmen LLC

    Based in Sioux Falls

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 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–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4001 W Valhalla Blvd Unit 101, Sioux Falls, SD 57106
    View profile for Latanda Salmen LLC(605) 360-5051

  10. #10 Bethesda Christian Counseling

    Based in Sioux Falls

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 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–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    400 S Sycamore Ave # 105-3, Sioux Falls, SD 57110
    View profile for Bethesda Christian Counseling(605) 334-3739

  12. #12 Clayborne Services

    Based in Sioux Falls

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and proximity: 2.5★ from 8 Google reviews, based in Sioux Falls.

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

    • 2.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    5101 S Nevada Ave Ste 120, Sioux Falls, SD 57108
    View profile for Clayborne Services(605) 361-9550

  13. #13 MWI Health - Sioux Falls

    Based in Sioux Falls

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.4★ from 29 Google reviews, based in Sioux Falls.

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

    • 4.4★ from 29 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4308 S Arway Dr, Sioux Falls, SD 57106
    View profile for MWI Health - Sioux Falls(605) 573-2000

  17. #17 VOA Dakotas

    Based in Sioux Falls

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.3★ from 12 Google reviews, based in Sioux Falls.

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

    • 3.3★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1309 W 51st St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
    View profile for VOA Dakotas(605) 334-1414

Also serving Sioux Falls

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 Sioux Falls
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Bartels Counseling Services, Inc.4.5★ (25)In Sioux Falls
Concordia Mind Health4.6★ (33)In Sioux Falls
Elevate Minds Psychiatry - Sioux Falls4.1★ (24)In Sioux Falls
Georgiana Nuss3.3★ (7)In Sioux Falls
Integrated Care and Consultation4.1★ (15)In Sioux Falls
Kimberly Keiser4.3★ (38)In Sioux Falls
MK Counseling4.7★ (12)In Sioux Falls
Paula Lain Counseling & Co.4.6★ (9)In Sioux Falls
Regina Dumansky Counseling & Neurofeedback4.3★ (6)In Sioux Falls
Rising Hope Counseling, LLC5.0★ (6)In Sioux Falls
Rising Hope Counseling, LLC4.3★ (6)In Sioux Falls
Silver Lining Behavioral Health and Psychiatry4.8★ (51)In Sioux Falls
Sioux Empire Christian Counseling4.5★ (6)In Sioux Falls
Sioux River Mental Health Services, LLC5.0★ (4)In Sioux Falls
Solace Therapy Center (formerly Family Service Inc.)4.4★ (16)In Sioux Falls
Southeastern Directions for Life-Counseling & Children's Services4.8★ (5)In Sioux Falls
Stronghold Counseling Services3.5★ (32)In Sioux Falls
The Becoming Agency5.0★ (5)In Sioux Falls
Wellspring Therapy Center4.9★ (39)In Sioux Falls
ZMZ Counseling, LLC5.0★ (6)In Sioux Falls

How we ranked Sioux Falls psychologists

We scored 19 Sioux Falls 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 Sioux Falls 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 Sioux Falls: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Sioux Falls?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Sioux Falls, SD is Great Plains Psychological Services with an RP Score of 73/100. It has 2.2★ from 6 Google reviews. David W. Kauffman, PHD (#2) and Mc Grath Michael PhD (#3) follow. We ranked 19 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Sioux Falls?

RankedPsychologists ranks 19 psychologists serving Sioux Falls, SD. 19 of them are based in Sioux Falls; 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.

What Google rating do Sioux Falls psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 19 rated psychologists in Sioux Falls is 3.3★, with a median of 7 reviews. Sanford Psychiatry & Psychology Clinic has the most, 49 reviews, and ranks #8. 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 Sioux Falls count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Sioux Falls 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 Sioux Falls 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 Sioux Falls

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 19 psychologists serving Sioux Falls.

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