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Best Therapists And Counselors in Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Joint Base Lewis McChord: Royal Life Centers at Sound Recovery, RP Score 71/100; 4.7★ from 98 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 30

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Tacoma, 277 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 270 ranked; ranked #30.

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

270 Joint Base Lewis McChord therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 60 open Saturdays and 32 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.3★ across 270 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Joint Base Lewis McChord 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 Joint Base Lewis McChord at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Royal Life Centers at Sound Recovery714.7★ (98)Lacey, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Prosperity Wellness Center714.1★ (86)Tacoma, 7 mi awaySat · Sun—
3Royal Life Centers at The Haven704.4★ (141)Lacey, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Lakewood Child and Family Counseling685.0★ (4)Joint Base Lewis McChord——
5All Good Wellness684.8★ (97)Tacoma, 9 mi away——
6Greater Lakes Seeley Lake Lodge684.2★ (11)Lakewood, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Katie's Way Dupont for Anxiety and Depression684.5★ (8)Joint Base Lewis McChord——
8Intrepid Spirit Center684.1★ (9)Joint Base Lewis McChord——
9Diane R. Shepard, MA684.0★ (4)Lakewood, 4 mi away——
102-2 SBCT EBH674.0★ (7)Joint Base Lewis McChord——

The 270 best therapists and counselors in Joint Base Lewis McChord, 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 Prosperity Wellness Center

    Based in Tacoma, 7 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.1★ from 86 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 86 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    12201 Pacific Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98444
    View profile for Prosperity Wellness Center(253) 444-2395

  5. #5 All Good Wellness

    Based in Tacoma, 9 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.8★ from 97 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 97 Google reviews
    Address
    2115 S 56th St #304, Tacoma, WA 98409
    View profile for All Good Wellness(253) 448-3271

  6. #6 Greater Lakes Seeley Lake Lodge

    Based in Lakewood, 6 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.2★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 6:30 AM–11 PM · Fri–Sat 6:30 AM–1 PM · Sun 6:30 AM–11 PM
    Address
    9108 Lakewood Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499
    View profile for Greater Lakes Seeley Lake Lodge(253) 581-6202

  8. #8 Intrepid Spirit Center

    Based in Joint Base Lewis McChord

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    90390 Gardener Loop Rd, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433
    View profile for Intrepid Spirit Center(253) 968-6478

  9. #9 Diane R. Shepard, MA

    Based in Lakewood, 4 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 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
    10828 Gravelly Lake Dr SW West Suite 107, Lakewood, WA 98499
    View profile for Diane R. Shepard, MA(253) 984-9342

  10. #10 2-2 SBCT EBH

    Based in Joint Base Lewis McChord

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    R1880 10th St, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433
    View profile for 2-2 SBCT EBH(253) 967-1481

  11. #11 A Welcomed Change, LLC

    Based in Lakewood, 6 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.3★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 11 AM–4 PM
    Address
    5515 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood, WA 98499
    View profile for A Welcomed Change, LLC(253) 973-2579

  12. #12 Cold Confidence

    Based in Lakewood, 5 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 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
    Lakewood, WA 98499
    View profile for Cold Confidence(253) 831-1155

  14. #14 LifeStance Health

    Based in Joint Base Lewis McChord

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 3.0★ from 42 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 42 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for LifeStance Health(253) 475-6021

  17. #17 Circle Creek Associates

    Based in Lakewood, 6 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    6212 75th St W Ste 101, Lakewood, WA 98499
    View profile for Circle Creek Associates(253) 983-8507

  18. #18 Roxanne Cull, MA, LMHC

    Based in Lakewood, 6 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship 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
    6212 75th St W, Lakewood, WA 98499
    View profile for Roxanne Cull, MA, LMHC(253) 312-9352

  21. #21 Lakewood Wellness Clinic

    Based in Lakewood, 5 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    10310 Gravelly Lake Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499
    View profile for Lakewood Wellness Clinic(253) 888-3405

  24. #24 New Game Plus Therapy

    Based in Tacoma, 11 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 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–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    6805 6th Ave C3, Tacoma, WA 98406
    View profile for New Game Plus Therapy(253) 346-0590

  25. #25 LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Lakewood WA

    Based in Lakewood, 6 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.7★ from 81 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 81 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    6210 75th St W Ste 100, Lakewood, WA 98499
    View profile for LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Lakewood WA(253) 752-7320

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

therapists and counselors in Joint Base Lewis McChord, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Serene Mind Psychiatry653.7★ (3)7 mi
27Tacoma Christian Counseling654.9★ (65)12 mi
28Rainier behavioral health652.7★ (6)7 mi
29The Center for Excellence in Marriage and Family Therapy PLLC655.0★ (20)13 mi
30LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Tacoma644.5★ (277)7 mi
31Bright Mind Psychiatry645.0★ (3)6 mi
32Lakewood Comprehensive Treatment Center644.0★ (87)7 mi
33Gina Palumbo, MA645.0★ (8)12 mi
34Bayview Recovery643.5★ (68)11 mi
35Danielle D Jenkins, PLLC644.4★ (7)8 mi
36The Salish Sea Collective645.0★ (4)9 mi
37ACTS Behavioral Health Services, Tacoma644.5★ (20)5 mi
38Park Place Mental Health633.3★ (12)12 mi
39The Emily Program Eating Disorder Treatment Center, South Sound - Lacey, WA634.7★ (39)13 mi
40Susan King, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner634.7★ (28)6 mi
41Northwest Integrated Health634.5★ (28)9 mi
42The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Valley Cities634.0★ (17)5 mi
43Puyallup Psychotherapeutic Alliance635.0★ (3)10 mi
44Pride Counseling NW634.1★ (8)9 mi
45Northwest Relationships624.7★ (12)12 mi
46Never 2 Late Recovery625.0★ (6)6 mi
47AME Higher ABA Therapy625.0★ (4)5 mi
48Marriage & Family Life (Success4Couples)624.8★ (17)7 mi
49Tacoma Counseling Services625.0★ (11)11 mi
50Robert Sherman, Counselor624.9★ (9)6 mi

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Sound Counseling Associates, LLC3.0★ (2)7 mi
Sunrise Counseling Services5.0★ (2)7 mi
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How we ranked Joint Base Lewis McChord therapists and counselors

We scored 270 Joint Base Lewis McChord 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 Joint Base Lewis McChord 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 Joint Base Lewis McChord: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Joint Base Lewis McChord?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA is Royal Life Centers at Sound Recovery with an RP Score of 71/100. It has 4.7★ from 98 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Prosperity Wellness Center (#2) and Royal Life Centers at The Haven (#3) follow. We ranked 270 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Joint Base Lewis McChord?

RankedPsychologists ranks 270 therapists and counselors serving Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA. 7 of them are based in Joint Base Lewis McChord; 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 Joint Base Lewis McChord work on weekends?

60 of 270 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 32 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Royal Life Centers at Sound Recovery (#1), Prosperity Wellness Center (#2) and Royal Life Centers at The Haven (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Joint Base Lewis McChord therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 270 rated therapists and counselors in Joint Base Lewis McChord is 4.3★, with a median of 9 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Tacoma has the most, 277 reviews, and ranks #30. 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 Joint Base Lewis McChord count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Joint Base Lewis McChord 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 Joint Base Lewis McChord 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 Joint Base Lewis McChord

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 270 therapists and counselors serving Joint Base Lewis McChord.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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