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Best Therapists And Counselors in Deer Park, NY (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Deer Park: Change Is Good Counseling, RP Score 76/100; 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 33

    Most-reviewed: Kyra Sposato NP, Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry, 338 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 392 ranked; ranked #33.

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

392 Deer Park therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 191 open Saturdays and 89 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 392 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Deer Park 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 Deer Park at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Change Is Good Counseling765.0★ (10)Deer ParkSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2True Mind Wellness: Center for Excellence in Mental Health754.1★ (15)Deer ParkSat · Sun · Evenings—
3Journey Mental Health Counseling Services, PLLC724.7★ (27)Babylon, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Journey's Path Counseling, LCSW, PC715.0★ (10)Babylon, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Eclectic Psychotherapy of Long Island714.7★ (15)Melville, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6NY Office of Mental Health: The Long Island Field Office713.7★ (3)Brentwood, 3 mi away——
7Humantold715.0★ (5)Melville, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Long Island Center for Mindfulness715.0★ (3)West Babylon, 4 mi away——
9Single Point of Access714.3★ (3)Brentwood, 3 mi away——
10Sunshine Counseling704.6★ (15)Bay Shore, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 392 best therapists and counselors in Deer Park, 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 Deer Park

    Based in Deer Park

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–8:30 PM · Tue 9 AM–10:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–7:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–8:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun 9 AM–11 AM
  2. 75/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.1★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–2 PM
    Address
    2061 Deer Park Ave Ste 206, Deer Park, NY 11729
  3. 72/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.7★ from 27 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–9 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–7 PM · Sun 8 AM–9 PM
    Address
    60 Fire Island Ave, Babylon, NY 11702
  4. Based in Melville, 4 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 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 8 AM–9 PM
    Address
    105 Maxess Rd, Melville, NY 11747
  5. Based in Brentwood, 3 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    998 Crooked Hill Rd #3, Brentwood, NY 11717
  6. Based in Bay Shore, 5 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.6★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–9 PM
    Address
    94 W Main St Ste 200, Bay Shore, NY 11706
  7. Based in Dix Hills, 4 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    Dix Hills, NY 11746
  8. Based in Commack, 6 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.8★ from 23 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–3 PM
    Address
    2171 Jericho Tpke Ste 240, Commack, NY 11725
  9. Based in Deer Park

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1014 Grand Blvd #5, Deer Park, NY 11729
  10. Based in Melville, 5 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.5★ from 146 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 146 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–9 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    275 Broadhollow Rd Ste 120, Melville, NY 11747
  11. Based in Copiague, 8 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 64 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 64 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7 AM–9 PM · Wed–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun 9 AM–12 PM
    Address
    64 Broadway, Amityville, NY 11701
  12. Based in Commack, 6 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–9 PM
    Address
    354 Veterans Memorial Hwy Ste 5, Commack, NY 11725
  13. Based in East Islip, 7 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.4★ from 207 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 207 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–3 PM
    Address
    107 W Main St, East Islip, NY 11730
  14. Based in Bay Shore, 5 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.6★ from 112 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 112 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    260 Montauk Hwy, Bay Shore, NY 11706
  15. Based in Melville, 4 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.8★ from 226 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 226 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    135 Pinelawn Rd, Melville, NY 11747

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

therapists and counselors in Deer Park, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Outreach Young adults residential program, Building 2691.8★ (5)4 mi
27Gail Mandra-Stallone695.0★ (4)5 mi
28Metro Therapy Inc694.6★ (9)In Deer Park
29Beyond Motherhood695.0★ (5)5 mi
30Skolnik Luann694.3★ (6)5 mi
31Long Island Treatment Center694.6★ (76)10 mi
32Heart In Mind Psychotherapy695.0★ (7)6 mi
33Kyra Sposato NP, Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry694.9★ (338)8 mi
34North Star Mental Health Counseling Services694.0★ (31)6 mi
35Heart and Soul Counseling Center693.3★ (90)4 mi
36Therapy with Erica695.0★ (7)In Deer Park
37Sunrise Counseling Center693.4★ (5)5 mi
38Balance the Scales Reiki695.0★ (4)5 mi
39First Step Therapy & Wellness Group694.6★ (29)10 mi
40Butterfly LCSW PC - Clinical Social Work Practice683.0★ (19)5 mi
41Live Well Psychotherapy, PLLC685.0★ (3)In Deer Park
42Luann Quackenbush, LCSW685.0★ (3)6 mi
43First Step Therapy & Wellness Group, Deirdre Holland, Owner/Founder684.4★ (27)10 mi
44LifeWorks Mental Health Counseling, PLLC684.4★ (7)7 mi
45Family Service League Fay J. Lindner Health and Wellness Center683.5★ (12)4 mi
46Mind, Body and Soul Counseling684.5★ (21)8 mi
47Talk with Diana685.0★ (3)4 mi
48Lori R. Alrod LMHC685.0★ (34)8 mi
49Meredith Dooley, Counselor685.0★ (8)5 mi
50South Shore Mental Health Counseling Services, P.C.684.6★ (11)7 mi

Also serving Deer Park

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.

How we ranked Deer Park therapists and counselors

We scored 392 Deer Park 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 Deer Park 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 Deer Park: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Deer Park?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Deer Park, NY is Change Is Good Counseling with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. True Mind Wellness: Center for Excellence in Mental Health (#2) and Journey Mental Health Counseling Services, PLLC (#3) follow. We ranked 392 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Deer Park?

RankedPsychologists ranks 392 therapists and counselors serving Deer Park, NY. 6 of them are based in Deer Park; 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 Deer Park work on weekends?

191 of 392 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 89 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Change Is Good Counseling (#1), True Mind Wellness: Center for Excellence in Mental Health (#2) and Journey Mental Health Counseling Services, PLLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Deer Park therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 392 rated therapists and counselors in Deer Park is 4.8★, with a median of 8 reviews. Kyra Sposato NP, Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry has the most, 338 reviews, and ranks #33. 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 Deer Park count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Deer Park 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 Deer Park 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 Deer Park

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 392 therapists and counselors serving Deer Park.
  2. November 2026: 4 duplicate listings merged.