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Best Therapists And Counselors in Fox Lake, IL (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Fox Lake: Calmly Centered Therapy PLLC, RP Score 77/100; 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 11

    Most-reviewed: Center For Therapeutic Services and Psychodiagnostics, 220 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 164 ranked; ranked #11.

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

164 Fox Lake therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 85 open Saturdays and 32 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 164 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Fox 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 Fox Lake at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Calmly Centered Therapy PLLC775.0★ (35)Fox LakeSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Bailey Behavioral Health PLLC755.0★ (10)Fox LakeSat · Sun · Evenings—
3Spring Grove Wellness754.6★ (11)Fox Lake——
4Healthy Minds Behavioral Health745.0★ (6)Fox Lake——
5Mindful Monarch Therapy, PC745.0★ (3)Fox LakeSat · Evenings—
6Northwestern Lake Counseling722.0★ (4)Fox Lake——
7White Stone Counseling Resources714.2★ (5)Fox LakeSat · Evenings—
8Capture Your Path Counseling705.0★ (5)Fox LakeSat · Evenings—
9Northern Illinois Recovery Center704.7★ (182)Crystal Lake, 11 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Modern Health (Psychiatry & Behavioral Health)695.0★ (18)Fox Lake——

The 164 best therapists and counselors in Fox 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.

  2. #2 Bailey Behavioral Health PLLC

    Based in Fox Lake

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun 8 AM–5 PM
    Address
    34 W Grand Ave Suite 101, Fox Lake, IL 60020
    View profile for Bailey Behavioral Health PLLC(847) 322-2975

  3. #3 Spring Grove Wellness

    Based in Fox Lake

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews
    Address
    2440 Westward Dr, Spring Grove, IL 60081
    View profile for Spring Grove Wellness(847) 445-0023

  8. #8 Capture Your Path Counseling

    Based in Fox Lake

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 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 closed · Tue–Thu 10 AM–8 PM · Fri 10 AM–2 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    5415 Business Pkwy, Ringwood, IL 60072
    View profile for Capture Your Path Counseling(815) 728-3056

  13. #13 Mend & Heal Counseling

    Based in Antioch, 7 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.6★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 19 Google reviews
    Address
    960 Victoria, Antioch, IL 60002
    View profile for Mend & Heal Counseling

  15. #15 The Therapy Tree

    Based in Antioch, 5 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.2★ from 37 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 37 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    89 Cedar Ave, Lake Villa, IL 60046
    View profile for The Therapy Tree(847) 265-7300

  16. #16 Allendale Association

    Based in Fox Lake

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.2★ from 88 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.2★ from 88 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    600 W Grand Ave, Lake Villa, IL 60046
    View profile for Allendale Association(847) 356-2351

  19. #19 Judith A. Marquardt, MS

    Based in McHenry, 6 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    4310 W Crystal Lake Rd # I, McHenry, IL 60050
    View profile for Judith A. Marquardt, MS(815) 344-0395

  21. #21 Grace Community Bible Church

    Based in Lindenhurst, 7 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.9★ from 18 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat closed · Sun 8 AM–3 PM
    Address
    1001 E Grand Ave, Lake Villa, IL 60046
    View profile for Grace Community Bible Church(847) 752-8818

  22. #22 Counseling Center of Grayslake

    Based in Grayslake, 9 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–9 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun 10 AM–4 PM
    Address
    1190 E Washington St, Grayslake, IL 60030
    View profile for Counseling Center of Grayslake(847) 549-2235

  23. #23 Lake County Health Department - Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health Services

    Based in Round Lake Beach, 6 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    423 E Washington St, Round Lake Park, IL 60073
    View profile for Lake County Health Department - Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health Services(847) 377-8950

  24. #24 Tranquil Therapy Center

    Based in Wauconda, 9 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 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 10 AM–6 PM
    Address
    4001 Roberts Rd, Island Lake, IL 60042
    View profile for Tranquil Therapy Center(847) 238-2525

  25. #25 Blending Families

    Based in Antioch, 6 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.7★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–8 PM · Wed 12 PM–8 PM · Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    Lake Villa, IL 60046
    View profile for Blending Families(224) 456-0345

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

therapists and counselors in Fox Lake, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Innovative Psychology Counseling Services654.1★ (8)6 mi
27Stableway Counseling Services644.0★ (8)7 mi
28Clear Springs Therapy644.8★ (15)8 mi
29Nicasa Behavioral Health Services643.0★ (52)5 mi
30Abra Integrative Mental Health645.0★ (27)12 mi
31The Relationship Center635.0★ (3)10 mi
32LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Gurnee634.4★ (63)12 mi
33LivingRite Mental Health Therapy Services634.6★ (9)8 mi
34Fox Valley Counseling634.2★ (5)8 mi
35Ellie Mental Health625.0★ (14)12 mi
36Cherry Hill Counseling625.0★ (3)8 mi
37Northwest Therapy Group, Inc625.0★ (3)10 mi
38CYN Counseling Center (Community Youth Network)624.1★ (11)10 mi
39North Suburban Counseling623.7★ (3)9 mi
40Arcadia Counseling624.7★ (15)13 mi
41Lake Harbor Behavioral Health624.6★ (9)15 mi
42Altasano Integrative Wellness Center615.0★ (7)8 mi
43Montesano Psychological Center615.0★ (4)7 mi
44Kellen M. Smith, Counselor615.0★ (4)12 mi
45Verdure Counseling614.5★ (6)12 mi
46Josselyn Grayslake612.7★ (3)9 mi
47Heather Farina, Counselor614.2★ (5)12 mi
48Thresholds614.3★ (10)7 mi
49John Kamilis, LCPC, CEAP615.0★ (12)12 mi
50Northwestern Medicine Woodstock Emergency Mental Health Services612.3★ (9)14 mi

Also serving Fox 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 Fox Lake
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Allendale SchoolIn Fox Lake
Alpharus Health3.9★ (209)In Fox Lake
Clear Springs Therapy5.0★ (1)In Fox Lake
Collaborative Roots Counseling, LLCIn Fox Lake
Collaborative Roots Counseling, LLCIn Fox Lake
Diane Bailey YoderIn Fox Lake
Diane UrbanIn Fox Lake
Dr. Kathryn KaneIn Fox Lake
Lutz George PhD5.0★ (1)In Fox Lake
Main Street Counseling Solutions5.0★ (2)In Fox Lake
Mathers Recovery - Fox Lake4.8★ (148)In Fox Lake
Nancy Peterson Walz, LCSWIn Fox Lake
Northern Illinois Wellness and ConsultationIn Fox Lake
Rachel Obafemi LCPC, CODP, CADCIn Fox Lake
Restore Counseling and Wellness Services, LLCIn Fox Lake
Savor in Growth OCD and Anxiety TherapyIn Fox Lake
Savor in Growth Psychological ServicesIn Fox Lake
T.Lindahl, TherapistIn Fox Lake
Therapeutic ServicesIn Fox Lake
Total Wellness Partners, PLLCIn Fox Lake

How we ranked Fox Lake therapists and counselors

We scored 164 Fox 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 Fox 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 Fox Lake: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Fox Lake?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Fox Lake, IL is Calmly Centered Therapy PLLC with an RP Score of 77/100. It has 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Bailey Behavioral Health PLLC (#2) and Spring Grove Wellness (#3) follow. We ranked 164 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Fox Lake?

RankedPsychologists ranks 164 therapists and counselors serving Fox Lake, IL. 11 of them are based in Fox 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 Fox Lake work on weekends?

85 of 164 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 32 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Calmly Centered Therapy PLLC (#1), Bailey Behavioral Health PLLC (#2) and Mindful Monarch Therapy, PC (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Fox Lake therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 164 rated therapists and counselors in Fox Lake is 4.6★, with a median of 8 reviews. Center For Therapeutic Services and Psychodiagnostics has the most, 220 reviews, and ranks #11. 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 Fox Lake count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 164 therapists and counselors serving Fox Lake.

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