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Best Therapists And Counselors in Baltimore, MD (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Baltimore: Life Bridge Coaching | Marriage Counseling Baltimore, Maryland, RP Score 78/100; 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 22

    Most-reviewed: Baltimore VA Medical Center - VA Maryland Health Care System, 330 Google reviews at 3.4★, the most of 836 ranked; ranked #22.

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

836 Baltimore therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 227 open Saturdays and 111 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 836 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Baltimore 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 Baltimore at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Life Bridge Coaching | Marriage Counseling Baltimore, Maryland785.0★ (61)BaltimoreSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Sheppard Pratt - Outpatient Mental Health Center - Baltimore784.2★ (23)BaltimoreSat · Sun · Evenings—
3Baltimore Counseling Center784.9★ (64)BaltimoreSat · Sun · Evenings—
4Sheppard Pratt - Thought Disorders Unit - Towson774.8★ (6)BaltimoreSat · Sun · Evenings—
5I'm Still Standing by Grace773.8★ (31)BaltimoreSat · Sun · Evenings—
6Estell Wellness LLC775.0★ (3)BaltimoreSat · Sun · Evenings—
7Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Baltimore774.6★ (70)BaltimoreSat · Sun · Evenings—
8Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Baltimore774.7★ (52)BaltimoreSat · Sun · Evenings—
9Sheppard Pratt - The Retreat773.6★ (33)BaltimoreSat · Sun · Evenings—
10Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Baltimore774.6★ (53)BaltimoreSat · Sun · Evenings—

The 836 best therapists and counselors in Baltimore, 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 Baltimore

    #1 Life Bridge Coaching | Marriage Counseling Baltimore, Maryland

    Based in Baltimore

    78/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–9:30 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sun 10 AM–9:30 PM
    Address
    1816 Beechwood Ave, Baltimore, MD 21221
    View profile for Life Bridge Coaching | Marriage Counseling Baltimore, Maryland(410) 419-8149

  6. #6 Estell Wellness LLC

    Based in Baltimore

    77/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 12 AM–12 AM · Tue–Thu closed · Fri–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    View profile for Estell Wellness LLC

  11. #11 Expand Your Self Wellness

    Based in Baltimore

    77/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–8 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    1700 Union Ave Bldg One, Baltimore, MD 21211
    View profile for Expand Your Self Wellness(410) 297-7119

  18. #18 Inner Path Wellness

    Based in Baltimore

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews
    Address
    1600 Kelly Ave #2, Baltimore, MD 21209
    View profile for Inner Path Wellness(410) 916-3737

  23. #23 Prism Wellness

    Based in Baltimore

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 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 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–12 PM
    Address
    3600 Clipper Mill Rd Suite 306, Baltimore, MD 21211
    View profile for Prism Wellness(443) 990-1471

  24. #24 BELLA Lives

    Based in Baltimore

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 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
    1014 W 36th St Ste 676, Baltimore, MD 21211
    View profile for BELLA Lives

  25. #25 barer counseling

    Based in Baltimore

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 7 AM–10 PM
    Address
    1517 Reisterstown Rd, Baltimore, MD 21208
    View profile for barer counseling(443) 601-9722

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

therapists and counselors in Baltimore, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26DREAMS RE-IMAGINED MENTAL HEALTH THERAPY754.6★ (11)In Baltimore
27S&B Behavioral Health Care LLC754.9★ (15)In Baltimore
28Baltimore Family Therapy, LLC754.6★ (10)In Baltimore
29Blossom Care and Behavioral Services, Inc754.8★ (132)In Baltimore
30Mine Healthcare Services754.3★ (15)In Baltimore
31Frumcounselor.com: Counseling for the Orthodox Jewish Community755.0★ (7)In Baltimore
32Julia Stephenson, LCPC | Baltimore Therapist & Group Therapy755.0★ (7)In Baltimore
33Kamili Behavioral Health Center755.0★ (7)In Baltimore
34LOTUS BHRS755.0★ (6)In Baltimore
35Human Services Inc754.4★ (10)In Baltimore
36Chesapeake Behavioral Health Services754.4★ (7)In Baltimore
37Apex Counseling Center, LLC754.0★ (21)In Baltimore
38Goldfinch Wellness755.0★ (5)In Baltimore
39The Chance Healthcare Services, Inc.744.8★ (6)In Baltimore
40Divine Light Inc Baltimore743.8★ (128)In Baltimore
41Integrative Behavioral Health744.4★ (5)In Baltimore
42Loving Care Counseling Services744.6★ (5)In Baltimore
43Counseling & Wellness Collective744.2★ (5)In Baltimore
44New Connections Counseling Center745.0★ (32)In Baltimore
45Health Care for the Homeless744.5★ (142)In Baltimore
46PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES, Michael Carter, Ph.D.745.0★ (3)In Baltimore
47Schlein Counseling, LLC743.9★ (7)In Baltimore
48Therapy for Black Women LLC743.7★ (6)In Baltimore
49Sheppard Pratt Weinberg Building743.8★ (8)In Baltimore
50Women's Growth Center743.7★ (3)In Baltimore

Also serving Baltimore

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 Baltimore
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
ABA Solutions LLC4.2★ (5)In Baltimore
Ally Behavior Centers4.7★ (3)In Baltimore
Amazing Care Health Services LLC4.9★ (17)In Baltimore
Concerted Care Group Brooklyn4.6★ (47)In Baltimore
EdenPath ABA5.0★ (8)In Baltimore
Eileen Griffin, PsyD5.0★ (3)In Baltimore
Eleos ABA4.1★ (8)In Baltimore
Free Baltimore4.5★ (44)In Baltimore
Hope's Horizon4.4★ (125)In Baltimore
Hygea Health4.2★ (33)In Baltimore
Johns Hopkins Broadway Center for Addiction4.2★ (13)In Baltimore
Kids Club ABA5.0★ (183)In Baltimore
Mindful Living Baltimore5.0★ (3)In Baltimore
New Place of Recovery Treatment Center4.8★ (38)In Baltimore
Nuwave Health Services4.7★ (67)In Baltimore
Outreach4.8★ (24)In Baltimore
Powell Recovery Center, Inc.4.3★ (110)In Baltimore
REACH Health Services4.3★ (21)In Baltimore
Robert B. Cohen, PhD4.3★ (6)In Baltimore
Ronald C. Heaton, PHD4.3★ (4)In Baltimore

How we ranked Baltimore therapists and counselors

We scored 836 Baltimore 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 Baltimore 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 Baltimore: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Baltimore?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Baltimore, MD is Life Bridge Coaching | Marriage Counseling Baltimore, Maryland with an RP Score of 78/100. It has 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Sheppard Pratt - Outpatient Mental Health Center - Baltimore (#2) and Baltimore Counseling Center (#3) follow. We ranked 836 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Baltimore?

RankedPsychologists ranks 836 therapists and counselors serving Baltimore, MD. 50 of them are based in Baltimore; 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 Baltimore work on weekends?

227 of 836 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 111 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Life Bridge Coaching | Marriage Counseling Baltimore, Maryland (#1), Sheppard Pratt - Outpatient Mental Health Center - Baltimore (#2) and Baltimore Counseling Center (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Baltimore therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 836 rated therapists and counselors in Baltimore is 4.6★, with a median of 10 reviews. Baltimore VA Medical Center - VA Maryland Health Care System has the most, 330 reviews, and ranks #22. 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 Baltimore count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Baltimore 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 Baltimore 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 Baltimore

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 836 therapists and counselors serving Baltimore.
  2. November 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.

More therapists and counselors and Baltimore pages