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Best Psychologists in Victoria, BC (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Victoria: Moss Healthcare, RP Score 78/100; 4.6★ from 67 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 19

    Most-reviewed: Tall Tree Health, 646 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 28 ranked; ranked #19.

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

28 Victoria psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 11 open Saturdays and 6 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 28 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Victoria 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 Victoria at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Moss Healthcare784.6★ (67)VictoriaSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Tall Tree Health784.9★ (573)VictoriaSat · Evenings—
3Fairfield Mental Health775.0★ (9)VictoriaSat · Sun—
4Margaret Acker & Associates775.0★ (7)Victoria——
5Michael Boissevain774.3★ (6)Victoria——
6Dr. Kelly Price, R.Psych., Inc.762.8★ (5)Victoria——
7Central Park Medical Building744.5★ (8)VictoriaSat—
8Coastal Minds Psychology734.0★ (4)VictoriaSat—
9Koechling Ulrike Dr734.0★ (3)VictoriaSat—
10Nayeli Integrative Health Clinic734.8★ (25)Colwood, 10 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 28 best psychologists in Victoria, 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 Victoria

    Based in Victoria

    78/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.6★ from 67 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 67 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    143 Moss St, Victoria, BC V8V 4M2
  2. Based in Victoria

    78/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.9★ from 573 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 573 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–3:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    5325 Cordova Bay Rd #140, Victoria, BC V8Y 2L3
  3. Based in Victoria

    77/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 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 8 AM–4 PM · Tue–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun 8 AM–4 PM
    Address
    1702 Lillian Rd, Victoria, BC V8S 3W9
  4. Based in Victoria

    77/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 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
    645 Fort St #305, Victoria, BC V8W 1Z9
  5. Based in Victoria

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1711 Cook St, Victoria, BC V8T 3P2
  6. Based in Victoria

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    754 Broughton St #100, Victoria, BC V8W 1E1
  7. Based in Victoria

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    5471 Old West Saanich Rd, Victoria, BC V9E 2A7
  8. Based in Victoria

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “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 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    324 Goldstream Ave suite 103, Victoria, BC V9B 2W3
  9. Based in Victoria

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 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 8 AM–3 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    582 Goldstream Ave, Victoria, BC V9B 2W4
  10. Based in Victoria

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 646 Google reviews, based in Victoria.

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

    • 4.9★ from 646 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7 AM–8:30 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 7 AM–8:30 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–3:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    555 Superior St, Victoria, BC V8V 0E4
  11. Based in North Saanich, 25 km away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 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
    10030 Resthaven Dr #130, Sidney, BC V8L 3G4
  12. Based in Oak Bay, 1 km away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, 1 km from Victoria.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
  13. Based in Victoria

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, based in Victoria.

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

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–9 PM · Tue–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 1 PM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3994 Shelbourne St Ste 208, Victoria, BC V8N 3E2
  14. Based in Victoria

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, based in Victoria.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–7 PM
    Address
    560 Johnson St #221, Victoria, BC V8W 3C6

All 28 psychologists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #28, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

psychologists in Victoria, ranks 26 to 28
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26MindKey Health584.4★ (7)In Victoria
27Victoria Child Abuse Prevention & Counselling Centre - Mary Manning Centre573.8★ (4)In Victoria
28Pinwheel Clinic - Victoria563.3★ (9)In Victoria

Also serving Victoria

20 more psychologists within 32 km that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked psychologists serving Victoria
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Alan Rice Counselling Victoria5.0★ (53)In Victoria
Arbour Counselling Centre4.6★ (20)In Victoria
Aurora Health & Wellness4.9★ (296)In Victoria
Dawn Cox Counselling4.4★ (20)In Victoria
Dr. Craig Emes MD3.6★ (27)In Victoria
Driftwood Sport & Wellness4.9★ (503)In Victoria
Lagoon Prenatal5.0★ (133)In Victoria
Mandala Center For Health & Wellness4.8★ (61)In Victoria
Mental Blocks EMDR Therapy/Sally-Anne Haug5.0★ (19)In Victoria
NeurAlive Counselling & Neurofeedback5.0★ (47)In Victoria
Pacific Centre Family Services Association4.6★ (18)In Victoria
Resilient Health Inc5.0★ (50)In Victoria
Robin Evan Willis Counselling and Psychotherapy5.0★ (20)In Victoria
Sit With Us Therapy Collective5.0★ (18)In Victoria
Soul Silhouette Healing4.8★ (52)In Victoria
Strength in Heart Counselling4.8★ (63)In Victoria
The Salvation Army Victoria ARC3.2★ (27)In Victoria
Thriving Minds Counselling & Coaching5.0★ (40)In Victoria
WayPoint Counselling Network4.7★ (68)In Victoria
Your Path Counselling4.6★ (22)In Victoria

How we ranked Victoria psychologists

We scored 28 Victoria 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 Victoria 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 Victoria: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Victoria?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Victoria, BC is Moss Healthcare with an RP Score of 78/100. It has 4.6★ from 67 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Tall Tree Health (#2) and Fairfield Mental Health (#3) follow. We ranked 28 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Victoria?

RankedPsychologists ranks 28 psychologists serving Victoria, BC. 25 of them are based in Victoria; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 32 km 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 Victoria work on weekends?

11 of 28 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 6 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Moss Healthcare (#1), Tall Tree Health (#2) and Fairfield Mental Health (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Victoria psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 28 rated psychologists in Victoria is 4.8★, with a median of 6 reviews. Tall Tree Health has the most, 646 reviews, and ranks #19. 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 Victoria count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 32 km of the Victoria city centre, 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 Victoria 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 Victoria

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 28 psychologists serving Victoria.