76/100RP Score
Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Best Psychologists in Whittier, CA (2026)
398 psychologists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Whittier: French David J PhD, RP Score 76/100; 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews.
- 5
Most-reviewed: Familias Unidas LA, 1,072 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 398 ranked; ranked #5.
Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
398 Whittier psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 132 open Saturdays and 51 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 398 rated practices.
Top 10 psychologists in Whittier 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 | French David J PhD | 76 | 4.2★ (10) | Whittier | — | Overall |
| 2 | Dr. Veronica H. Wahba | 75 | 5.0★ (3) | Whittier | — | — |
| 3 | Joseph A. Lantz, PsyD | 75 | 4.3★ (4) | Whittier | — | — |
| 4 | Dr. Miroslava Gonzalez | 75 | 5.0★ (3) | Whittier | — | — |
| 5 | Familias Unidas LA | 73 | 5.0★ (1,072) | Monterey Park, 7 mi away | Sat | Most reviews |
| 6 | Rivera Ernest J | 71 | 5.0★ (7) | Montebello, 5 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Kaneeza Lafir, PsyD, PsyD, PhD, CAMS-II | 71 | 4.3★ (6) | Norwalk, 6 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Dr. Elvira (Elle) C. Walker, PsyD | 70 | 4.2★ (5) | Downey, 6 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Dr. Arodi Martinez | 69 | 4.9★ (68) | Monrovia, 12 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 10 | Chantelle L. Miller, PSYD (CEO of Peace Of Mind Psychological Services Inc.) | 69 | 5.0★ (11) | Cerritos, 9 mi away | — | — |
The 398 best psychologists in Whittier, 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 Whittier
75/100RP ScoreRanked #2 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 Whittier
75/100RP ScoreRanked #3 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.
Based in Whittier
75/100RP ScoreRanked #4 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 Monterey Park, 7 mi away
73/100RP ScoreRanked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 1,072 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Montebello, 5 mi away
71/100RP ScoreRanked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Norwalk, 6 mi away
71/100RP ScoreRanked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Downey, 6 mi away
70/100RP ScoreRanked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Monrovia, 12 mi away
69/100RP ScoreRanked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.9★ from 68 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Cerritos, 9 mi away
69/100RP ScoreRanked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Whittier
69/100RP ScoreRanked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Cerritos, 8 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #12 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 Downey, 6 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.6★ from 10 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Garden Grove, 16 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.6★ from 253 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#15 Fierro Richard A
Based in Montebello, 5 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Bellflower, 8 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in La Habra, 7 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in La Puente, 7 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.5★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in La Mirada, 5 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.6★ from 5 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in West Covina, 8 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #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.
Based in Los Angeles, 14 mi away
67/100RP ScoreRanked #21 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.
#22 Samantha Cox
Based in Fullerton, 10 mi away
67/100RP ScoreRanked #22 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.
Based in West Covina, 11 mi away
67/100RP ScoreRanked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in South Gate, 10 mi away
67/100RP ScoreRanked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.3★ from 7 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
#25 Gordon St.mary
Based in Cerritos, 9 mi away
67/100RP ScoreRanked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.0★ from 4 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 398 ranked psychologists here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Whittier
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 |
|---|---|---|
| ACE Program | 5.0★ (8) | In Whittier |
| Adapt Aware Zone | 4.9★ (402) | In Whittier |
| Anger Breakthrough | 5.0★ (9) | In Whittier |
| Earthing Mental Health Counseling Clinic | 5.0★ (14) | In Whittier |
| Family Church Counseling Center | 4.8★ (14) | In Whittier |
| Freedom Marriage and Family Program | 5.0★ (10) | In Whittier |
| Glenn Heap, LMFT and Associates | 5.0★ (5) | In Whittier |
| Holding Hands Pediatric Therapy & Adult Services | 3.4★ (10) | In Whittier |
| Kelley Holtom & Associates | 4.0★ (4) | In Whittier |
| Nerenberg Arnold PHD | 4.2★ (23) | In Whittier |
| Nurture Collective | 3.9★ (11) | In Whittier |
| Ortega Counseling Center | 4.9★ (631) | In Whittier |
| RH Counseling Services | 3.7★ (3) | In Whittier |
| Roman Empire Agency | 2.7★ (15) | In Whittier |
| Safety Consultant Services, Inc. | 4.1★ (31) | In Whittier |
| Social Justice Healing Claudia Morales, LCSW, PPSC | 4.4★ (7) | In Whittier |
| Solace Treatment Center | 4.5★ (161) | In Whittier |
| Travis M. Mead, MFT | 4.0★ (3) | In Whittier |
| Trinity Behavioral Health | 4.8★ (80) | In Whittier |
| Whittier Counseling Center | 4.7★ (13) | In Whittier |
How we ranked Whittier psychologists
We scored 398 Whittier 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 Whittier 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 Whittier: frequently asked questions
Who is the best psychologist in Whittier?
By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Whittier, CA is French David J PhD with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews. Dr. Veronica H. Wahba (#2) and Joseph A. Lantz, PsyD (#3) follow. We ranked 398 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many psychologists are there in Whittier?
RankedPsychologists ranks 398 psychologists serving Whittier, CA. 5 of them are based in Whittier; 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 Whittier work on weekends?
132 of 398 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 51 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Familias Unidas LA (#5), Kaneeza Lafir, PsyD, PsyD, PhD, CAMS-II (#7) and Dr. Arodi Martinez (#9). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.
What Google rating do Whittier psychologists have?
The median Google rating among 398 rated psychologists in Whittier is 4.7★, with a median of 7 reviews. Familias Unidas LA has the most, 1,072 reviews, and ranks #5. 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 Whittier count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Whittier 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 Whittier 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 Whittier
- November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 398 psychologists serving Whittier.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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