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Best Psychologists in The Villages, FL (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in The Villages: Sharon Morse Medical Center building 500, RP Score 75/100; 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

  2. 13

    Most-reviewed: CERTIFIED MARIJUANA DOCTORS, 2,199 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 26 ranked; ranked #13.

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

26 The Villages 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 26 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in The Villages 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 The Villages at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Sharon Morse Medical Center building 500754.0★ (4)Lady Lake, 1 mi away—Overall
2MMurrell.com694.6★ (21)The Villages——
3Village Mind and Body Institute674.4★ (32)Lady Lake, 5 mi awayEvenings—
4Pediatric Behavioral Health Associates673.9★ (11)Bellview, 10 mi away——
5Comprehensive Psychological & Assessment Services623.9★ (7)Tavares, 16 mi away——
6Isaac B Deas II Consulting614.9★ (19)Tavares, 17 mi awaySat—
7Harmony United Psychiatric Care - The Villages614.7★ (1,141)The VillagesEvenings—
8LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists The Villages604.7★ (398)The Villages——
9Valentine Anyiam, Psychiatrist604.9★ (87)The Villages——
10Janet Walker, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner594.8★ (71)The Villages——

The 26 best psychologists in The Villages, 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 MMurrell.com

    Based in The Villages

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.6★ from 21 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    2113 Everglades Ln. Ste 1018, The Villages, FL 32163
    View profile for MMurrell.com(417) 881-1580

  3. #3 Village Mind and Body Institute

    Based in Lady Lake, 5 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.4★ from 32 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 11 AM–9 PM · Fri 1:30 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4436 Griffin View Dr, Lady Lake, FL 32159
    View profile for Village Mind and Body Institute(352) 405-6733

  6. #6 Isaac B Deas II Consulting

    Based in Tavares, 17 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.9★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    385 W Alfred St, Tavares, FL 32778
    View profile for Isaac B Deas II Consulting(352) 406-1264

  9. #9 Valentine Anyiam, Psychiatrist

    Based in The Villages

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 87 Google reviews, based in The Villages.

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

    • 4.9★ from 87 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1400 US-441 Suite 553, The Villages, FL 32159
    View profile for Valentine Anyiam, Psychiatrist(833) 769-3524

  11. #11 Lowrey Randall L

    Based in Ocala, 20 mi away

    59/100RP 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
    2609 SW 33rd St #103, Ocala, FL 34471
    View profile for Lowrey Randall L(352) 687-0322

  12. #12 Itm Group

    Based in Ocala, 20 mi away

    59/100RP Score

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

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    3620 NE 8th Pl #10, Ocala, FL 34470
    View profile for Itm Group(352) 694-8288

  13. #13 CERTIFIED MARIJUANA DOCTORS

    Based in Leesburg, 9 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 2,199 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Alternative medicine practitioner”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 2,199 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    813 W N Blvd, Leesburg, FL 34748
    View profile for CERTIFIED MARIJUANA DOCTORS(352) 306-0133

  14. #14 Daniel J. Henderson, PHD

    Based in Ocala, 20 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 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
    1515 E Silver Springs Blvd Ste. 217, Ocala, FL 34470
    View profile for Daniel J. Henderson, PHD(352) 732-3333

  15. #15 Barbara Conrad, Counselor

    Based in The Villages

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, based in The Villages.

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

    • 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1400 US-441 Suite 553, The Villages, FL 32159
    View profile for Barbara Conrad, Counselor(352) 706-7799

  17. #17 Douglas J. Mason, PsyD

    Based in Leesburg, 15 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    26540 Ace Ave Ste 106 e, Leesburg, FL 34748
    View profile for Douglas J. Mason, PsyD(352) 530-2170

  18. #18 Village Counseling Center

    Based in Lady Lake, 8 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    526 S Main St, Wildwood, FL 34785
    View profile for Village Counseling Center(352) 350-5552

  19. #19 Ocala Psychology

    Based in Ocala, 19 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2100 SE 17 St Ste 801, Ocala, FL 34471
    View profile for Ocala Psychology(352) 425-4280

  22. #22 Bernie Bulcourf, PHD

    Based in Ocala, 20 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3305 SW 34th Cir Ste 101, Ocala, FL 34474
    View profile for Bernie Bulcourf, PHD(352) 732-3110

  23. #23 OPA Behavioral Health

    Based in Tavares, 16 mi away

    46/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 45 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 45 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    888 S Duncan Dr, Tavares, FL 32778
    View profile for OPA Behavioral Health(352) 508-5070

  24. #24 Lake Center of H.O.P.E.

    Based in Leesburg, 11 mi away

    46/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 1.6★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 1.6★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    33057 Professional Drive 466 summit plaza, Lady lake FL 32159, 33057 Professional Dr, Leesburg, FL 34788
    View profile for Lake Center of H.O.P.E.(352) 787-0081

  25. #25 KNR Therapy Orlando Clinic

    Based in Tavares, 17 mi away

    43/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.3★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 3.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1936 Salk Ave, Tavares, FL 32778
    View profile for KNR Therapy Orlando Clinic(352) 720-5194

All 26 psychologists

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

psychologists in The Villages, ranks 26 to 26
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Harmony United Psychiatric Care - Ocala424.3★ (609)20 mi

Also serving The Villages

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 The Villages
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Christine Rios, Counselor5.0★ (9)In The Villages
Delgado Magaly PHD5.0★ (2)11 mi
Dr. Bonnie Farr, Psy.D., PA5.0★ (2)19 mi
Dr. Brad PalermoIn The Villages
Dr. Lucille RathierIn The Villages
Heart 2 Heart Holistic Counseling, LLCIn The Villages
Integrated Psych SolutionsIn The Villages
Joanne Pitera Studer, PSYDIn The Villages
Jocelyn Shelton, Counselor4.5★ (6)In The Villages
Julie Davisson, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner5.0★ (18)In The Villages
Lenea Carnes, Counselor5.0★ (8)In The Villages
Lily Tencza, Psychiatrist4.7★ (29)In The Villages
Manuel Alvarez, Psychologist5.0★ (2)In The Villages
Mind and Brain Clinical ServicesIn The Villages
MindPath Solutions Inc.5.0★ (2)In The Villages
Peaceisfun Publications, LLCIn The Villages
Phillip P. Ruppert, PSYDIn The Villages
Serenity Hope Consulting Services Inc. Counseling Therapy5.0★ (6)In The Villages
Travis Mccord, Counselor4.8★ (25)In The Villages
Villages Counseling GroupIn The Villages

How we ranked The Villages psychologists

We scored 26 The Villages 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 The Villages 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 The Villages: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in The Villages?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in The Villages, FL is Sharon Morse Medical Center building 500 with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews. MMurrell.com (#2) and Village Mind and Body Institute (#3) follow. We ranked 26 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in The Villages?

RankedPsychologists ranks 26 psychologists serving The Villages, FL. 7 of them are based in The Villages; 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 The Villages work on weekends?

3 of 26 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Isaac B Deas II Consulting (#6), CERTIFIED MARIJUANA DOCTORS (#13) and Village Counseling Center (#18). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do The Villages psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 26 rated psychologists in The Villages is 4.7★, with a median of 13 reviews. CERTIFIED MARIJUANA DOCTORS has the most, 2,199 reviews, and ranks #13. 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 The Villages count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the The Villages 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 The Villages 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 The Villages

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 26 psychologists serving The Villages.

More psychologists and The Villages pages