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Best Therapists And Counselors in Baytown, TX (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Baytown: New Hope New Liberty Counseling, RP Score 76/100; 4.6★ from 22 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 16

    Most-reviewed: CertaPet, 2,494 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 76 ranked; ranked #16.

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

76 Baytown therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 30 open Saturdays and 11 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 76 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Baytown 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 Baytown at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1New Hope New Liberty Counseling764.6★ (22)BaytownSat · SunOverall
2Janet E. Thompson, MA754.2★ (5)Baytown——
3Terry Aultman Lpc754.2★ (5)Baytown——
4Resilient Mind Counseling and Coaching, PLLC745.0★ (32)BaytownSat · Evenings—
5The Counseling Corner743.7★ (3)Baytown——
6Susan Heimbaugh, MA743.7★ (3)Baytown——
7Eagle Insight Counseling & Wellness745.0★ (25)BaytownSat · Evenings—
8Trudge Mental Health Services PLLC715.0★ (9)BaytownSat—
9Peaceful Pathways Counseling Services, PLLC695.0★ (8)Baytown——
10Cornerstone Hope Counseling PLLC695.0★ (4)Baytown——

The 76 best therapists and counselors in Baytown, 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 Baytown

    Based in Baytown

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.6★ from 22 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun 9 AM–6 PM
    Address
    717 Cedar Bayou Rd, Baytown, TX 77520
  2. Based in Baytown

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    1003 Polly St, Baytown, TX 77520
  3. Based in Baytown

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    6236 TX-146, Baytown, TX 77523
  4. Based in Baytown

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 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
    9511 TX-146, Baytown, TX 77523
  5. Based in Baytown

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 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
    1003 Polly St, Baytown, TX 77520
  6. Based in Baytown

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    11340 Eagle Dr Ste 4, Mont Belvieu, TX 77523
  7. Based in Baytown

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “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–Tue 9 AM–5:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1209 Decker Dr, Baytown, TX 77521
  8. Based in Baytown

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    4302 FM 565, Baytown, TX 77523
  9. Based in Houston, 15 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.8★ from 912 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 912 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    12350 Wood Bayou Dr, Houston, TX 77013
  10. Based in Houston, 15 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.6★ from 2,494 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 2,494 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1300 Bay Area Blvd, Houston, TX 77058
  11. Based in Baytown

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 2.9★ from 120 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.9★ from 120 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1300 Rollingbrook Dr Ste 508, Baytown, TX 77521
  12. Based in Houston, 13 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 3.4★ from 57 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 57 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    11500 Space Center Blvd, Houston, TX 77059
  13. 62/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    855 Rollingbrook Dr Ste 145, Baytown, TX 77521
  14. Based in Galveston, 14 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.7★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–9 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–8 PM
    Address
    820 Lawrence Rd Ste 122, Kemah, TX 77565
  15. Based in Baytown

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 18 Google reviews, based in Baytown.

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

    • 4.6★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5 PM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–11 AM · Sun 3 PM–5 PM
    Address
    2303 Tracy Ln, Highlands, TX 77562

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

therapists and counselors in Baytown, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Illuminated Pathways Family Therapy, LLC614.9★ (212)15 mi
27Cenikor Foundation - Houston603.4★ (131)10 mi
28Brightside counseling center594.3★ (29)10 mi
29Thrive Family Counseling League City594.9★ (22)14 mi
30One Behavioral Health584.6★ (624)14 mi
31Clearhope Counseling584.1★ (9)13 mi
32Noel R Love585.0★ (5)13 mi
33White Rick582.8★ (12)13 mi
34Clearhope Counseling & Wellness Center- Fairmont583.5★ (36)13 mi
35Safe Mind Space Counseling Group LLC575.0★ (10)15 mi
36Solana Advocates & Counseling LLC574.3★ (6)10 mi
37Northshore Treatment Center574.6★ (11)13 mi
38iWin Counseling, PLLC574.6★ (27)15 mi
39Unwritten Chapters Counseling575.0★ (3)14 mi
40Autism Pediatric Therapy575.0★ (8)15 mi
41NAG Mindful Therapy574.7★ (66)14 mi
42Cultivating Changes, LLC575.0★ (3)15 mi
43Peggy Halyard , L.P.C, Houston Marriage Counseling574.6★ (8)15 mi
44LifeTree Counseling Center564.2★ (5)14 mi
45Gratia Plena563.7★ (6)15 mi
46Innovative Alternatives, Inc.564.5★ (153)15 mi
47Lakeside Counseling564.7★ (15)13 mi
48Pasadena Counseling Center563.7★ (9)12 mi
49Rising Arete Mental Health555.0★ (20)14 mi
50Clinica Strawberry554.4★ (13)14 mi

Also serving Baytown

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 Baytown
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Baytown Counseling Services1.0★ (1)In Baytown
Benison Counseling & Wellness5.0★ (2)In Baytown
CAN Behavioral HealthIn Baytown
Daniela M. Fant, LMSW4.8★ (4)In Baytown
Diane L. Dougherty, PHD5.0★ (1)In Baytown
Enduring Hope Counseling5.0★ (2)In Baytown
Feldman Denis M PhD4.0★ (8)In Baytown
GrowthPoint Psychiatry5.0★ (1)In Baytown
MD Psychiatry4.2★ (37)In Baytown
Mohamed Ahmed, MD2.6★ (67)In Baytown
Mont Belvieu Counseling5.0★ (2)In Baytown
Providian Total Health LLC5.0★ (1)In Baytown
PsychPlus Baytown Clinic - Psychiatrist and Therapist5.0★ (1)In Baytown
Rebecca McCartney, LCSW5.0★ (1)In Baytown
Renewed Counseling5.0★ (1)In Baytown
Segura Therapy and Wellness, PLLC5.0★ (2)In Baytown
Success On the Spectrum5.0★ (11)In Baytown
Texas Care Center - Baytown5.0★ (2)In Baytown
The Haven on the Hill Wellness Center5.0★ (1)In Baytown
Young Paul C MD4.3★ (51)In Baytown

How we ranked Baytown therapists and counselors

We scored 76 Baytown 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 Baytown 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 Baytown: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Baytown?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Baytown, TX is New Hope New Liberty Counseling with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.6★ from 22 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Janet E. Thompson, MA (#2) and Terry Aultman Lpc (#3) follow. We ranked 76 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Baytown?

RankedPsychologists ranks 76 therapists and counselors serving Baytown, TX. 19 of them are based in Baytown; 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 Baytown work on weekends?

30 of 76 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 11 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are New Hope New Liberty Counseling (#1), Resilient Mind Counseling and Coaching, PLLC (#4) and Eagle Insight Counseling & Wellness (#7). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Baytown therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 76 rated therapists and counselors in Baytown is 4.6★, with a median of 11 reviews. CertaPet has the most, 2,494 reviews, and ranks #16. 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 Baytown count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 76 therapists and counselors serving Baytown.
  2. November 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.