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Best Therapists And Counselors in Arden-Arcade, CA (2026)

475 therapists and counselors ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Arden-Arcade: Northern California Mental Health, RP Score 77/100; 4.8★ from 11 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 8

    Most-reviewed: American River Wellness, 221 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 475 ranked; ranked #8.

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

475 Arden-Arcade therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 142 open Saturdays and 96 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 475 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Arden-Arcade 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 therapists and counselors in Arden-Arcade at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Northern California Mental Health774.8★ (11)Sacramento, 1 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Evolve Teen Treatment Center - Arden Oaks753.4★ (13)Sacramento, 1 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Athenian Counseling & Sex Therapy755.0★ (15)Arden-ArcadeSat · Sun · Evenings—
4Capital Star The STAY Crisis Residential and Hot Spot743.0★ (8)Sacramento, 1 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Lindsay Glass Counseling745.0★ (7)Arden-Arcade——
6Zinnia Health Sacramento744.1★ (97)Sacramento, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Jenna Ramirez-Kirgan, LMFT745.0★ (5)Sacramento, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8American River Wellness734.9★ (221)Sacramento, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
9Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program - Sacramento733.4★ (5)Sacramento, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Turning Point Community Programs724.0★ (4)Sacramento, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 475 best therapists and counselors in Arden-Arcade, 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.

  6. #6 Zinnia Health Sacramento

    Based in Sacramento, 3 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.1★ from 97 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 97 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    8950 Cal Center Dr #165, Sacramento, CA 95826
    View profile for Zinnia Health Sacramento(916) 642-7464

  7. #7 Jenna Ramirez-Kirgan, LMFT

    Based in Sacramento, 3 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    3800 Auburn Blvd Ste a, Sacramento, CA 95821
    View profile for Jenna Ramirez-Kirgan, LMFT(916) 741-0548

  8. #8 American River Wellness

    Based in Sacramento, 5 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.9★ from 221 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 221 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:30 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–7 PM
    Address
    3102 O St Ste 6, Sacramento, CA 95816
    View profile for American River Wellness(916) 282-0866

  12. #12 Couples Resource Collective

    Based in Sacramento, 2 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    900 Fulton Ave Unit 160, Sacramento, CA 95825
    View profile for Couples Resource Collective(916) 426-6567

  15. #15 Crestwood Center

    Based in Sacramento, 6 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.9★ from 21 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2600 Stockton Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95817
    View profile for Crestwood Center(916) 452-1431

  16. #16 Attune Counseling Center

    Based in Sacramento, 4 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.3★ from 21 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    3336 Bradshaw Rd #340, Sacramento, CA 95827
    View profile for Attune Counseling Center(916) 234-6316

  18. #18 Evoluer Counseling

    Based in Sacramento, 3 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–7 PM
    Address
    601 University Ave #140, Sacramento, CA 95825
    View profile for Evoluer Counseling(916) 234-3101

  19. #19 Greenhouse Therapy

    Based in Sacramento, 2 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 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
    3550 Watt Ave, Sacramento, CA 95821
    View profile for Greenhouse Therapy(916) 804-4471

  21. #21 HealthLinkNow

    Based in La Riviera, 5 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 3.6★ from 84 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.6★ from 84 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    View profile for HealthLinkNow(888) 880-8443

  22. #22 NPCRS Sacramento (MHRC)

    Based in Sacramento, 3 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.5★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 11 Google reviews
    Address
    1532 Rosalind St, Sacramento, CA 95838
    View profile for NPCRS Sacramento (MHRC)(408) 568-9834

  24. #24 Brian Kypta

    Based in Arden-Arcade

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    View profile for Brian Kypta(916) 850-5084

Therapists and counselors 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 475 ranked therapists and counselors here; the rest are on their profiles.

therapists and counselors in Arden-Arcade, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Rebecca Mankowski703.7★ (3)3 mi
27Insightful Psychiatry California705.0★ (28)6 mi
28Healing Minds Therapy705.0★ (6)In Arden-Arcade
29Down Barbara704.0★ (4)3 mi
30Clear Behavioral Health: Online Mental Health Psychiatry, Therapy, and Outpatient Services705.0★ (3)6 mi
31Eternal Light Wellness705.0★ (4)6 mi
32Embrace Therapy694.7★ (27)6 mi
33Clinic for Healing and Change, Sacramento694.9★ (49)4 mi
34White House Counseling Center693.8★ (5)4 mi
35ESM Prep693.7★ (3)3 mi
36Dignity Health Children's Center694.0★ (4)3 mi
37Options For Recovery695.0★ (8)4 mi
38Cornerstone Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Inc.694.9★ (8)2 mi
39Akua Mind Body - Mental Health Facility Fair Oaks693.7★ (19)7 mi
40Crisis Residential Program (CRP)693.8★ (16)7 mi
41Love Jack D694.0★ (3)4 mi
42Westbrook Psychological Services692.8★ (4)3 mi
43Pauline Lepierrot Ma Lmft691.4★ (9)2 mi
44Lauren Lowe Therapy694.8★ (90)3 mi
45Miyazaki Iko684.0★ (4)4 mi
46Anchor Therapy Clinic681.9★ (9)4 mi
47Thrive Therapy & Counseling684.2★ (24)6 mi
48Crosstown Psychology685.0★ (35)2 mi
49Counseling Collab684.3★ (6)5 mi
50Kathleen Oravec LMFT684.8★ (11)6 mi

Also serving Arden-Arcade

20 more therapists and counselors within 15 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked therapists and counselors serving Arden-Arcade
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Arden Psychological Services2.0★ (1)In Arden-Arcade
Brave Soul Therapy5.0★ (2)In Arden-Arcade
Brittney J Hebert-Glick, LMFT#1485445.0★ (1)In Arden-Arcade
Carol Lambert, LCSWIn Arden-Arcade
César Mardones, LCSW Therapy ServicesIn Arden-Arcade
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy5.0★ (1)In Arden-Arcade
Connect Counseling - Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Parent Consultation, Child TherapyIn Arden-Arcade
Daniel M. Rockers, PHD4.3★ (3)In Arden-Arcade
Dr. Trisha WallisIn Arden-Arcade
Heather Cassandra Blessing, LMFT5.0★ (1)In Arden-Arcade
Jennifer LaVancha Family CounselingIn Arden-Arcade
Kid Counseling SacramentoIn Arden-Arcade
Lucy Zhang, MA, LMFT5.0★ (2)In Arden-Arcade
Marilyn S Boettiger LCSW5.0★ (1)In Arden-Arcade
NobleWorks Counseling CenterIn Arden-Arcade
Raina Cole,LPCCIn Arden-Arcade
Reclaiming Wholeness TherapyIn Arden-Arcade
Sarah Hammill, LCSW1.0★ (1)In Arden-Arcade
William Schult, LMFTIn Arden-Arcade
Zyla Care | Abigail Kira, LMFT5.0★ (1)In Arden-Arcade

How we ranked Arden-Arcade therapists and counselors

We scored 475 Arden-Arcade therapists and counselors 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 Arden-Arcade 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 therapist

  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. Check which license they hold (for example LPC, LCSW, LMFT or RP) and look it up with the board or college that issued it.
  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 therapist

  • 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?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • 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.

Therapists and counselors in Arden-Arcade: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Arden-Arcade?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Arden-Arcade, CA is Northern California Mental Health with an RP Score of 77/100. It has 4.8★ from 11 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Evolve Teen Treatment Center - Arden Oaks (#2) and Athenian Counseling & Sex Therapy (#3) follow. We ranked 475 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Arden-Arcade?

RankedPsychologists ranks 475 therapists and counselors serving Arden-Arcade, CA. 4 of them are based in Arden-Arcade; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 15 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 therapists and counselors in Arden-Arcade work on weekends?

142 of 475 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 96 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Northern California Mental Health (#1), Evolve Teen Treatment Center - Arden Oaks (#2) and Athenian Counseling & Sex Therapy (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Arden-Arcade therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 475 rated therapists and counselors in Arden-Arcade is 4.5★, with a median of 8 reviews. American River Wellness has the most, 221 reviews, and ranks #8. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank therapists and counselors?

Each therapist 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 therapists and counselors outside Arden-Arcade count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Arden-Arcade city center, our service radius for therapists and counselors. 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 therapists and counselors 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 therapists and counselors in Arden-Arcade ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on therapy and counseling and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

Is a licensed counselor the same as a psychologist?

No. Licensed professional counselors, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists and, in Ontario, registered psychotherapists hold their own licenses and answer to their own boards or colleges. They provide talk therapy for many of the same concerns; formal psychological testing is usually done by a psychologist.

Can I see a therapist 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 Arden-Arcade

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 475 therapists and counselors serving Arden-Arcade.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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