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Best Therapists And Counselors in Hillsborough, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Hillsborough: Psychiatric Emergency Services: Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, RP Score 72/100; 2.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

  2. 27

    Most-reviewed: Joyous PBC, 1,157 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 348 ranked; ranked #27.

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

348 Hillsborough therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 81 open Saturdays and 47 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 348 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Psychiatric Emergency Services: Mills-Peninsula Medical Center722.5★ (8)Burlingame, 1 mi away—Overall
2Love Your Story Therapy715.0★ (19)Burlingame, 2 mi awaySat · Evenings—
3Seifer Barbara712.3★ (3)Burlingame, 2 mi away——
4Mighty Oak Wellness715.0★ (28)Alamo, 3 mi awaySat—
5Center for Learning and Autism Support Services, Inc. (CLASS)713.0★ (6)San Mateo, 2 mi away——
6Little Munchkins704.3★ (3)San Mateo, 3 mi away——
7Counselors Plus Inc704.5★ (4)Burlingame, 2 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8Marialena Malejan-Roussere, Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Group Psychotherapist704.8★ (18)San Mateo, 3 mi awaySat—
9Pre to three/ Partners for Safe and Healthy Children/ Child Welfare Programs- San Mateo County BHRS704.0★ (4)San Mateo, 4 mi away——
10AIMS PSYCHIATRY, Fawad Malik, M.D.704.9★ (53)Burlingame, 1 mi awayEvenings—

The 348 best therapists and counselors in Hillsborough, 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 Hillsborough

    Based in Burlingame, 1 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 2.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    1501 Trousdale Dr, Burlingame, CA 94010
  2. Based in Burlingame, 2 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    111 Anza Blvd Ste 332, Burlingame, CA 94010
  3. Based in Burlingame, 2 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 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
    primrose court building, 405 Primrose Rd #301, Burlingame, CA 94010
  4. Based in Alamo, 3 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
  5. Based in San Mateo, 3 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 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
    307 2nd Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401
  6. Based in Burlingame, 2 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.5★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–8 PM · Tue 10 AM–8:01 PM · Wed 9 AM–9 PM · Thu–Fri 10 AM–9 PM · Sat 11 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    405 Primrose Rd #208, Burlingame, CA 94010
  7. 70/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.8★ from 18 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    122 2nd Ave #211, San Mateo, CA 94401
  8. 70/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    2000 Alameda de las Pulgas Ste 200, San Mateo, CA 94403
  9. Based in San Mateo, 4 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 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
    1650 Borel Pl, San Mateo, CA 94402
  10. Based in San Mateo, 5 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    112 W 25th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94403
  11. Based in Burlingame, 1 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 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 10 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1720 Marco Polo Way Ste E, Burlingame, CA 94010
  12. Based in San Mateo, 3 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 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–Sat 10 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    100 S Ellsworth Ave #802, San Mateo, CA 94401
  13. Based in Half Moon Bay, 8 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    323 Cypress Ave, Moss Beach, CA 94038
  14. 68/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 3.2★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.2★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    100 S San Mateo Dr 3rd Floor, San Mateo, CA 94401
  15. Based in Burlingame, 1 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.2★ from 38 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1720 El Camino Real Ste 140, Burlingame, CA 94010
  16. 68/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship 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–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    405 Primrose Rd #208, Burlingame, CA 94010
  17. 68/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1425 Broadway, Burlingame, CA 94010
  18. Based in San Mateo, 4 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1650 S Amphlett Blvd Unit 203, San Mateo, CA 94402
  19. Based in San Carlos, 8 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.6★ from 21 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    1303 San Carlos Ave, San Carlos, CA 94070

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

therapists and counselors in Hillsborough, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Be Calm Therapy - Crystal Harband, LPCC675.0★ (6)2 mi
27Joyous PBC674.5★ (1,157)6 mi
28Authentically Thrive Therapy675.0★ (11)3 mi
29One Medical Primary Care Clinic - Burlingame673.8★ (86)2 mi
30Janelle Tamm Magnuson, MFT675.0★ (4)2 mi
31Rape Trauma Services675.0★ (3)2 mi
32Developmental Pathways for Kids664.2★ (5)10 mi
33Aura Mena, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner663.7★ (3)1 mi
34Eugenia Tarzibachi, LMFT. Therapy & Education Services.665.0★ (3)2 mi
35Dr. Ranjan Patel665.0★ (5)2 mi
36Christian Counseling Centers San Mateo665.0★ (3)5 mi
37Speech Goals Speech Therapy Inc664.0★ (7)7 mi
38Center for Social Dynamics665.0★ (3)5 mi
39South County Mental Health Center662.7★ (7)10 mi
40Marriage and Family Therapist, Kirsten Kell665.0★ (3)4 mi
41EZCare Clinic654.2★ (952)14 mi
42SF Relationship Counseling & Psychotherapy655.0★ (8)3 mi
43Priscilla Cheng, LMFT655.0★ (5)3 mi
44Risso Counseling, Inc.- Sex Therapy, Individual and Relationship Counseling655.0★ (3)3 mi
45Michelle Deely, MFT Therapy for Burned Out Moms655.0★ (11)13 mi
46Tiedeman Bill652.3★ (4)2 mi
47Child Mind Institute653.1★ (12)4 mi
48Central County Mental Health655.0★ (3)4 mi
49Felton Institute (re)MIND® and BEAM San Mateo County653.9★ (7)4 mi
50Sunny Choi LCSW645.0★ (7)4 mi

Also serving Hillsborough

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 Hillsborough
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
BRAD LEARY3.0★ (2)6 mi
Christiana Hargrave, Counselor4.5★ (2)1 mi
Dr. Oscar F. Cervantes Clinical Psychologist5.0★ (2)4 mi
Elizabeth Ann Hinchman, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner3.0★ (2)1 mi
Fear of Flying Clinic5.0★ (2)4 mi
Lody Cura, MFT3.0★ (2)2 mi
Lola Vildavskaia, Ph.D.5.0★ (2)3 mi
Martin D. Storman, PHD5.0★ (2)2 mi
Martin June Ph.D.5.0★ (2)4 mi
Menefee Michael C PHDIn Hillsborough
Michelle Fan, AMFT - Attune HealthIn Hillsborough
Mitchell Eckstein, LCSW5.0★ (2)4 mi
Mosaic Psychotherapy, PCIn Hillsborough
Nicole Barr - Counseling Practice5.0★ (2)3 mi
Patricia Meyer Flower EssencesIn Hillsborough
Samantha TravisIn Hillsborough
Steven Barney3.0★ (2)5 mi
Storii, Inc.5.0★ (2)3 mi
Tia Huston, BC-DMT, LCATIn Hillsborough
TODOS TherapyIn Hillsborough

How we ranked Hillsborough therapists and counselors

We scored 348 Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Hillsborough?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Hillsborough, CA is Psychiatric Emergency Services: Mills-Peninsula Medical Center with an RP Score of 72/100. It has 2.5★ from 8 Google reviews. Love Your Story Therapy (#2) and Seifer Barbara (#3) follow. We ranked 348 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Hillsborough?

RankedPsychologists ranks 348 therapists and counselors serving Hillsborough, CA. 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 Hillsborough work on weekends?

81 of 348 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 47 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Love Your Story Therapy (#2), Mighty Oak Wellness (#4) and Counselors Plus Inc (#7). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Hillsborough therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 348 rated therapists and counselors in Hillsborough is 5.0★, with a median of 6 reviews. Joyous PBC has the most, 1,157 reviews, and ranks #27. 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 Hillsborough count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 348 therapists and counselors serving Hillsborough.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.