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Best Therapists And Counselors in Avon Lake, OH (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Avon Lake: Live Love Lake Senior Living Sheffield Lake, RP Score 74/100; 4.8★ from 68 Google reviews.

  2. 39

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists North Olmsted, 419 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 198 ranked; ranked #39.

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

198 Avon Lake therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 51 open Saturdays and 18 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 198 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Avon Lake 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 Avon Lake at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Live Love Lake Senior Living Sheffield Lake744.8★ (68)Lorain, 3 mi away—Overall
2New Leaf Counseling Services732.7★ (7)Avon Lake——
3LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Avon704.5★ (277)Avon, 3 mi away——
4Melanie Shmois, MSSA, LISW-S695.0★ (15)Avon Lake——
5Path to Clarity Counseling695.0★ (8)Avon LakeEvenings—
6Westlake brain health694.4★ (62)Westlake, 7 mi awaySat · Sun—
7RIJ Counseling, LLC685.0★ (9)Avon, 3 mi awaySat—
8Reed Counseling684.9★ (32)Bay Village, 6 mi awaySat · Evenings—
9Westlake Counseling and Wellness674.4★ (18)Westlake, 8 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Embers to Bloom675.0★ (15)Westlake, 5 mi awaySat—

The 198 best therapists and counselors in Avon Lake, 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.

  3. #3 LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Avon

    Based in Avon, 3 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.5★ from 277 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 277 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1426 Center Rd, Avon, OH 44011
    View profile for LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Avon(440) 951-1827

  5. #5 Path to Clarity Counseling

    Based in Avon Lake

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    32730 Walker Rd Unit I-4, Avon Lake, OH 44012
    View profile for Path to Clarity Counseling(440) 634-1668

  6. #6 Westlake brain health

    Based in Westlake, 7 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.4★ from 62 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 62 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    25125 Detroit Rd #100, Westlake, OH 44145
    View profile for Westlake brain health(216) 293-0282

  7. #7 RIJ Counseling, LLC

    Based in Avon, 3 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 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 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 10:30 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1384 Lear Industrial Pkwy, Avon, OH 44011
    View profile for RIJ Counseling, LLC(980) 261-5931

  8. #8 Reed Counseling

    Based in Bay Village, 6 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.9★ from 32 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 12 PM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    Dover Commons, 600 Dover Center Rd, Bay Village, OH 44140
    View profile for Reed Counseling(440) 742-4425

  10. #10 Embers to Bloom

    Based in Westlake, 5 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    159 Crocker Park Blvd #400, Westlake, OH 44145
    View profile for Embers to Bloom(513) 513-6237

  11. #11 Lisa Bandsuch, Counselor

    Based in Avon, 3 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.9★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1426 Center Rd, Avon, OH 44011
    View profile for Lisa Bandsuch, Counselor(440) 951-1827

  12. #12 Ellie Mental Health

    Based in Westlake, 7 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.1★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–12 PM
    Address
    24803 Detroit Rd Unit E, Westlake, OH 44145
    View profile for Ellie Mental Health(440) 723-2765

  14. #14 Kisselle Counseling

    Based in Westlake, 5 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1991 Crocker Rd Suite #600, Westlake, OH 44145
    View profile for Kisselle Counseling(440) 315-4695

  15. #15 Silver Maple Recovery

    Based in Lorain, 10 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 3.8★ from 73 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.8★ from 73 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2101 Silver Maple Wy, Lorain, OH 44053
    View profile for Silver Maple Recovery(440) 830-3400

  17. #17 Paula Ignizio, Counselor

    Based in Avon, 3 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1426 Center Rd #0, Avon, OH 44011
    View profile for Paula Ignizio, Counselor(216) 468-5000

  18. #18 Clear Perspective Therapy

    Based in Westlake, 7 mi away

    66/100RP Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    26220 Center Ridge Rd, Westlake, OH 44145
    View profile for Clear Perspective Therapy(440) 434-2733

  19. #19 Laura Siarkowski, Counselor

    Based in Avon, 3 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.6★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1426 Center Rd St 290, Avon, OH 44011
    View profile for Laura Siarkowski, Counselor(440) 951-1827

  22. #22 Saharid Social Center

    Based in Cleveland, 13 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.6★ from 373 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 373 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 10 AM–9 PM
    Address
    15325 Brookpark Rd, Cleveland, OH 44142
    View profile for Saharid Social Center(216) 433-9777

  24. #24 My Happy Place Therapy and Wellness Center

    Based in Avon, 3 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–8 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    38100 Colorado Ave, Avon, OH 44011
    View profile for My Happy Place Therapy and Wellness Center(440) 961-1008

  25. #25 Laura Artino, Counselor

    Based in Avon, 3 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 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 8:15 AM–4:45 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1426 Center Rd, Avon, OH 44011
    View profile for Laura Artino, Counselor(216) 468-5000

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

therapists and counselors in Avon Lake, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Heather Lambert, Counselor655.0★ (4)3 mi
27Taylor McVay, Counselor655.0★ (4)3 mi
28Kristine Krisko, Counselor655.0★ (3)3 mi
29Kenneth A. De Luca, Ph.D. & Associates, Inc.653.0★ (6)7 mi
30Anchored Therapeutic Services655.0★ (4)6 mi
31Marva Jones655.0★ (4)8 mi
32Lynn M. Skunta653.8★ (14)8 mi
33Sunshine Counseling LLC645.0★ (3)4 mi
34Maria Laughton644.0★ (4)8 mi
35Shelle M. Mathis Counseling Services LLC644.0★ (4)8 mi
36Thriveworks Psychiatry & Counseling Lakewood644.4★ (68)12 mi
37Gaming Connections for Families645.0★ (91)14 mi
38Cleveland Therapy Group644.1★ (13)8 mi
39LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists North Olmsted644.5★ (419)9 mi
40Conversations For Change Counseling645.0★ (11)7 mi
41Holding Space Psychotherapy632.4★ (13)8 mi
42Hannah Bacon Counseling635.0★ (9)5 mi
43Jennifer Whitten Therapy Services634.2★ (5)10 mi
44Robert J. Reitman, MED633.0★ (4)8 mi
45Fortaleza632.7★ (14)8 mi
46Colors+ Counseling634.9★ (30)10 mi
47ARC Psychiatry633.6★ (62)5 mi
48River Counseling634.6★ (9)10 mi
49Charak Center for Health and Wellness634.3★ (330)9 mi
50Psych & Psych Services634.1★ (120)10 mi

Also serving Avon Lake

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 Avon Lake
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Aaron's Hope5.0★ (2)6 mi
Arbor Sana Counseling & Wellness, Inc.5.0★ (2)7 mi
Aurelia Behavioral Academy5.0★ (2)In Avon Lake
Beacon Safety Products IncIn Avon Lake
Counseling The Way Forward3.0★ (2)6 mi
Dr. Diab M. Almhana, MD3.5★ (22)In Avon Lake
Family Solutions USA5.0★ (2)8 mi
Home Heroes TherapyIn Avon Lake
Inherent Basic Goodness Counseling, LLC5.0★ (2)8 mi
Inner Light Counseling & CoachingIn Avon Lake
Lakeside Therapy LLC5.0★ (2)8 mi
Landings Family PsychologicalIn Avon Lake
Linden BP4.5★ (2)8 mi
Marissa L. Ferrer, LISW / The Lotus Heart5.0★ (2)8 mi
Meridian Counseling and Wellness Center5.0★ (2)5 mi
MH Assessments and Counseling LLCIn Avon Lake
New Beginnings Therapy LLC5.0★ (2)5 mi
Quest Therapeutics of Avon LakeIn Avon Lake
Serenity Now TherapyIn Avon Lake
Western Reserve Counseling, LLC - Ohio TelehealthIn Avon Lake

How we ranked Avon Lake therapists and counselors

We scored 198 Avon Lake 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 Avon Lake 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 Avon Lake: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Avon Lake?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Avon Lake, OH is Live Love Lake Senior Living Sheffield Lake with an RP Score of 74/100. It has 4.8★ from 68 Google reviews. New Leaf Counseling Services (#2) and LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Avon (#3) follow. We ranked 198 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Avon Lake?

RankedPsychologists ranks 198 therapists and counselors serving Avon Lake, OH. 3 of them are based in Avon Lake; 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 Avon Lake work on weekends?

51 of 198 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 18 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Westlake brain health (#6), RIJ Counseling, LLC (#7) and Reed Counseling (#8). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Avon Lake therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 198 rated therapists and counselors in Avon Lake is 4.6★, with a median of 10 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists North Olmsted has the most, 419 reviews, and ranks #39. 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 Avon Lake count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Avon Lake 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 Avon Lake 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 Avon Lake

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 198 therapists and counselors serving Avon Lake.

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