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Best Psychologists in Towson, MD (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Towson: Brian Anderson, RP Score 76/100; 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews.

  2. 9

    Most-reviewed: Allover Healthcare Group LLC, 156 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 178 ranked; ranked #9.

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

178 Towson psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 29 open Saturdays and 18 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 178 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Towson 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 Towson at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Brian Anderson765.0★ (9)Towson—Overall
2Brad Piergrossi, PhD & Associates755.0★ (4)Towson——
3Gartner John PhD743.4★ (18)Towson——
4Michael Bombardier, PhD743.7★ (3)Towson——
5Marian P. Childs742.3★ (3)Towson——
6______________________________742.8★ (15)Towson——
7Learning and Therapy Corner734.5★ (8)Baltimore, 2 mi away——
8Melinda B. Stein, PHD731.4★ (9)Towson——
9Allover Healthcare Group LLC725.0★ (156)Baltimore, 6 mi awaySatMost reviews
10Robert B. Cohen, PhD724.3★ (6)Baltimore, 3 mi away——

The 178 best psychologists in Towson, 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.

  1. Ranked #1 in Towson

    #1 Brian Anderson

    Based in Towson

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Address
    1200 E Joppa Rd, Towson, MD 21286
    View profile for Brian Anderson(443) 798-7707

  3. #3 Gartner John PhD

    Based in Towson

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.4★ from 18 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 18 Google reviews
    Address
    6525 Charles St #143, Towson, MD 21204
    View profile for Gartner John PhD(410) 337-8207

  5. #5 Marian P. Childs

    Based in Towson

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child 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
    28 Allegheny Ave Apt 1208, Towson, MD 21204
    View profile for Marian P. Childs(410) 472-9602

  8. #8 Melinda B. Stein, PHD

    Based in Towson

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 1.4★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.4★ from 9 Google reviews
    Address
    101 E Chesapeake Ave, Towson, MD 21286
    View profile for Melinda B. Stein, PHD(410) 296-7424

  9. #9 Allover Healthcare Group LLC

    Based in Baltimore, 6 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 156 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 156 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    5450 Reisterstown Rd Ste 304, Baltimore, MD 21215
    View profile for Allover Healthcare Group LLC(443) 759-8827

  10. #10 Robert B. Cohen, PhD

    Based in Baltimore, 3 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    8813 Waltham Woods Rd, Baltimore, MD 21234
    View profile for Robert B. Cohen, PhD(410) 665-4522

  11. #11 Loyola Clinical Centers

    Based in Baltimore, 3 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    5911 York Rd #100, Baltimore, MD 21212
    View profile for Loyola Clinical Centers(410) 617-1200

  13. #13 Getzoff Elizabeth A

    Based in Baltimore, 4 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child 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
    1708 W Rogers Ave, Baltimore, MD 21209
    View profile for Getzoff Elizabeth A(410) 578-8600

  14. #14 Ronald C. Heaton, PHD

    Based in Baltimore, 4 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.3★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    6310 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21214
    View profile for Ronald C. Heaton, PHD(410) 426-6370

  15. #15 Mohammed Younus, MD PA

    Based in Baltimore, 4 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child 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–Tue closed · Wed 3 PM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 3 PM–6 PM · Sat–Sun 12 PM–5 PM
    Address
    1501 Sulgrave Ave Ste 100 Room L, Baltimore, MD 21209
    View profile for Mohammed Younus, MD PA(410) 929-4260

  16. #16 CBT Baltimore

    Based in Baltimore, 1 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.8★ from 29 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 29 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1212 York Rd A302, Lutherville, MD 21093
    View profile for CBT Baltimore(443) 991-8985

  20. #20 Chad C. Nelson, PhD

    Based in Cockeysville, 7 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 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
    201 International Cir Ste 230, Cockeysville, MD 21030
    View profile for Chad C. Nelson, PhD(410) 868-2076

  22. #22 Atlantic OccuPsych

    Based in Towson

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    215 Washington Ave #704, Towson, MD 21204
    View profile for Atlantic OccuPsych(800) 962-5763

  23. #23 Pursuit of Wellness

    Based in Baltimore, 6 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child 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–6 PM · Sat 12 PM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2900 Chestnut Ave, Baltimore, MD 21211
    View profile for Pursuit of Wellness(443) 681-9722

  24. #24 Neurothrive

    Based in Pikesville, 1 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 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–Fri 11 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1205 York Rd Ste 11, Lutherville, MD 21093
    View profile for Neurothrive(443) 810-9483

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 178 ranked psychologists here; the rest are on their profiles.

psychologists in Towson, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Psychology Consultants Associated673.4★ (5)1 mi
27ABA Solutions LLC674.2★ (5)2 mi
28Dr. Jonathan Lasson675.0★ (5)5 mi
29Paul P. Giggey, PhD665.0★ (4)4 mi
30be. psychotherapy665.0★ (5)4 mi
31Edwin C. Oliver, Psy.D.665.0★ (8)4 mi
32Well Life Counseling and Consulting664.0★ (8)8 mi
33All Star ABA Therapy664.7★ (62)7 mi
34Carrie Holland-Lee, Counselor665.0★ (10)5 mi
35Pivot Child Psychological Services664.8★ (21)7 mi
36Elisza Fisher, Counselor665.0★ (9)5 mi
37Thecla Asoluka, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner664.8★ (11)5 mi
38CPE Clinic, LLC Psychiatry and Psychology Child, Adolescent, and Adults663.6★ (17)4 mi
39Amr El-Beshir, Counselor655.0★ (6)5 mi
40Center for Family and Behavioral Health, LLC653.7★ (3)4 mi
41Mindful Living Baltimore655.0★ (3)5 mi
42Frank W. Gibson, Jr642.0★ (4)11 mi
43Santoro Psychological Services643.7★ (12)14 mi
44Baltimore Adolescent Treatment645.0★ (3)6 mi
45Children's Specialized ABA643.9★ (25)11 mi
46Andrew J. Burns, PhD635.0★ (4)7 mi
47Complete Wellness633.8★ (36)7 mi
48Brighter Strides ABA Therapy625.0★ (12)10 mi
49American Psychiatric Group623.2★ (9)7 mi
50Morakinyo Akintunde O PHD624.8★ (4)8 mi

Also serving Towson

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 Towson
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
(Re)Connect Therapy Center5.0★ (7)In Towson
Associated Mental Health Specs: Fishel Lawrence R3.0★ (11)In Towson
B'well Counseling Services4.7★ (28)In Towson
Bruce Ferguson, LCPC4.8★ (43)In Towson
Center for Nature Informed Therapy, Inc5.0★ (31)In Towson
Centered Counseling Services3.3★ (76)In Towson
Chesapeake Mental Health Collaborative4.6★ (9)In Towson
Chesapeake Mental Health Collaborative: Heidi Schreiber-Pan, PhD., LCPC5.0★ (13)In Towson
Garnering Change Psychotherapy4.4★ (14)In Towson
Insight Therapy and Wellness3.8★ (35)In Towson
Integrative Behavioral Health4.6★ (11)In Towson
Nicole Munoz, LCSW-C, Psychotherapy & Neurofeedback4.1★ (9)In Towson
Primrose Counseling and Wellness LLC4.6★ (11)In Towson
PsychNP Wellness Center, LLC3.5★ (50)In Towson
Shelby Milhoan Psychotherapy5.0★ (7)In Towson
The Counseling Center4.0★ (26)In Towson
The Mandala Center / Behavioral Health & Wellness3.4★ (42)In Towson
The Mindful Collective, LLC5.0★ (8)In Towson
Towson Mental Health Center at Sandstone Care4.3★ (7)In Towson
You Matter Psychiatry4.7★ (31)In Towson

How we ranked Towson psychologists

We scored 178 Towson 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 Towson 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 Towson: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Towson?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Towson, MD is Brian Anderson with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews. Brad Piergrossi, PhD & Associates (#2) and Gartner John PhD (#3) follow. We ranked 178 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Towson?

RankedPsychologists ranks 178 psychologists serving Towson, MD. 11 of them are based in Towson; 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 Towson work on weekends?

29 of 178 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 18 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Allover Healthcare Group LLC (#9), Mohammed Younus, MD PA (#15) and Pursuit of Wellness (#23). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Towson psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 178 rated psychologists in Towson is 4.7★, with a median of 11 reviews. Allover Healthcare Group LLC has the most, 156 reviews, and ranks #9. 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 Towson count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Towson 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 Towson 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 Towson

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 178 psychologists serving Towson.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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