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Best Therapists And Counselors in Lake Ridge, VA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Lake Ridge: Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Woodbridge, RP Score 76/100; 4.5★ from 193 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 38

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Alexandria, 290 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 395 ranked; ranked #38.

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

395 Lake Ridge therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 140 open Saturdays and 58 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 395 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Lake Ridge 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 Lake Ridge at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Woodbridge764.5★ (193)Buckhall, 2 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Ark Autism Behavior Therapy765.0★ (64)Lake RidgeSat · Evenings—
3Autism Behavior Therapies LLC: ABA Speech and occupational therapy clinic754.8★ (158)Buckhall, 2 mi awaySat · Evenings—
4Child & Family Counseling Center753.2★ (12)Dale City, 2 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Marschall Diane E743.7★ (3)Lake Ridge——
6AMFM Mental Health Treatment744.4★ (7)Fairfax Station, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Holistic Functional Wellness Center, PLLC744.9★ (54)Buckhall, 1 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8MIND CARE PLLC725.0★ (5)Cherry Hill, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Nausheen Yunas724.0★ (4)Dale City, 3 mi away——
10Zweibahmer Michele L715.0★ (4)Dale City, 3 mi away——

The 395 best therapists and counselors in Lake Ridge, 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 Lake Ridge

    #1 Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Woodbridge

    Based in Buckhall, 2 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.5★ from 193 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 193 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–11 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–9:30 PM
    Address
    2501 Hunter Pl #202, Woodbridge, VA 22192
    View profile for Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Woodbridge(571) 365-3172

  2. #2 Ark Autism Behavior Therapy

    Based in Lake Ridge

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 64 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 64 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1350 Old Bridge Rd Unit 101, Woodbridge, VA 22192
    View profile for Ark Autism Behavior Therapy(571) 343-9182

  3. #3 Autism Behavior Therapies LLC: ABA Speech and occupational therapy clinic

    Based in Buckhall, 2 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.8★ from 158 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 158 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 11 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    12531 Clipper Dr Ste 201, Woodbridge, VA 22192
    View profile for Autism Behavior Therapies LLC: ABA Speech and occupational therapy clinic(571) 398-0428

  5. #5 Marschall Diane E

    Based in Lake Ridge

    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
    12890 Harbor Dr, Woodbridge, VA 22192
    View profile for Marschall Diane E(703) 491-0652

  6. #6 AMFM Mental Health Treatment

    Based in Fairfax Station, 4 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    7905 Derbyshire Ln, Fairfax Station, VA 22039
    View profile for AMFM Mental Health Treatment(703) 420-5217

  7. #7 Holistic Functional Wellness Center, PLLC

    Based in Buckhall, 1 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.9★ from 54 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 54 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue 10 AM–8 PM · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu 10 AM–8 PM · Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    12910 Harbor Dr, Woodbridge, VA 22192
    View profile for Holistic Functional Wellness Center, PLLC(703) 740-8891

  8. #8 MIND CARE PLLC

    Based in Cherry Hill, 3 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 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–Tue 7 AM–9 AM · Wed–Fri 7 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 8:30 AM–8 PM
    Address
    12751 Marblestone Dr Ste 230-1, Woodbridge, VA 22192
    View profile for MIND CARE PLLC(571) 402-4251

  9. #9 Nausheen Yunas

    Based in Dale City, 3 mi away

    72/100RP 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
    3130 Golansky Blvd, Woodbridge, VA 22192
    View profile for Nausheen Yunas(703) 672-1504

  10. #10 Zweibahmer Michele L

    Based in Dale City, 3 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 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
    14377 Hereford Rd, Woodbridge, VA 22193
    View profile for Zweibahmer Michele L(571) 215-4541

  13. #13 Radding Wendy S

    Based in Buckhall, 3 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 3.7★ from 18 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 18 Google reviews
    Address
    4000 Genesee Pl #109, Woodbridge, VA 22192
    View profile for Radding Wendy S(703) 583-7504

  14. #14 Vitira Mental Health

    Based in Lake Ridge

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    12751 Marblestone Dr Ste 240, Woodbridge, VA 22192
    View profile for Vitira Mental Health(703) 650-9202

  16. #16 Ellie Mental Health

    Based in Buckhall, 2 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.1★ from 40 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 40 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4001 Prince William Pkwy #301, Woodbridge, VA 22192
    View profile for Ellie Mental Health(703) 688-8541

  17. #17 Trillium Center

    Based in Dale City, 3 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.8★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 12 PM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    13184 Centerpointe Way, Woodbridge, VA 22193
    View profile for Trillium Center(703) 763-3865

  18. #18 Potomac Shores Mental Health and Wellness

    Based in Buckhall, 3 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.6★ from 160 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 160 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    13000 Harbor Center Dr Unit 103, Woodbridge, VA 22192
    View profile for Potomac Shores Mental Health and Wellness(703) 977-6556

  20. #20 Apple Tree Counseling LLC

    Based in Buckhall, 3 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 10 AM–8 PM · Sat 10 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4311 Ridgewood Center Dr, Woodbridge, VA 22192
    View profile for Apple Tree Counseling LLC(703) 957-9322

  21. #21 Paradox Mental Health

    Based in Dale City, 1 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.7★ from 31 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    12872 Harbor Dr, Woodbridge, VA 22192
    View profile for Paradox Mental Health(571) 946-5512

  23. #23 Milgrim & Associates, P.C.

    Based in Dale City, 2 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    12781 Darby Brooke Ct Ste 101, Woodbridge, VA 22192
    View profile for Milgrim & Associates, P.C.(703) 499-9889

  25. #25 The Center for Connection, Healing & Change

    Based in Buckhall, 3 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 3.7★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 5 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 5 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–11 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    12751 Marblestone Dr #200, Woodbridge, VA 22192
    View profile for The Center for Connection, Healing & Change(703) 878-3290

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

therapists and counselors in Lake Ridge, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Kemet Health - Springfield694.9★ (210)10 mi
27Belmont Bay Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center694.7★ (279)In Lake Ridge
28Suzie Long, PhD695.0★ (3)In Lake Ridge
29ResilienSEA Health Solutions, PLLC695.0★ (20)1 mi
30Counseling and Forensic Services, Inc683.3★ (20)3 mi
31Tiny Steps ABA - Behavioral Therapy for Autism685.0★ (18)2 mi
32MinuteClinic at CVS673.7★ (46)7 mi
33Improved Dynamics ABA - Woodbridge674.7★ (13)3 mi
34Counseling on Call, LLC674.4★ (40)9 mi
35Columbia Mental Health Psychiatrists and Therapists - Woodbridge674.7★ (25)3 mi
36Center For Discovery673.2★ (6)6 mi
37Rose Wellness Counseling674.8★ (17)9 mi
38Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Alexandria674.4★ (290)11 mi
39Lifebulb674.6★ (64)10 mi
40Burke Wellness Center674.7★ (13)9 mi
41Veritas Behavioral Health674.2★ (9)2 mi
42Proud Moments ABA675.0★ (3)2 mi
43Evolution Psychological Services671.8★ (16)3 mi
44Circle Of Hope Therapeutic Services, Inc.662.3★ (6)6 mi
45Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board664.2★ (241)13 mi
46The Social Skills Center, P.C.665.0★ (4)3 mi
47Rebecca M Gleed LMFT664.6★ (7)11 mi
48Treat Mental Health Virginia664.8★ (4)11 mi
49Woodbridge Therapy Group662.8★ (54)3 mi
50Milgrim Steven664.3★ (3)2 mi

Also serving Lake Ridge

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 Lake Ridge
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Aspire Counseling Group5.0★ (2)2 mi
Bita Kianimanesh, PSYDIn Lake Ridge
Borash Michael H5.0★ (2)2 mi
Byrne Bets5.0★ (1)In Lake Ridge
Cardinal Family Counseling, PLLC5.0★ (2)1 mi
Dr. Jason B. Epstein, PSYD5.0★ (1)In Lake Ridge
Kelly FacciolaIn Lake Ridge
Lauren King, Psy.DIn Lake Ridge
Mcmillan Toni PHD4.2★ (5)In Lake Ridge
Michael A. Fronce, MS3.0★ (2)2 mi
Ni Ru HsiehIn Lake Ridge
Norma M. Holmes, LPC, LMFT, BCPC5.0★ (1)In Lake Ridge
Occoquan Counseling CenterIn Lake Ridge
Oneness Practice LLCIn Lake Ridge
Paragon Autism Services ABA Clinical Office and Counseling Services5.0★ (1)In Lake Ridge
Real Change Counseling, LLCIn Lake Ridge
Stephanie A. Hardenburg, PHDIn Lake Ridge
TIBS for Kids3.2★ (37)In Lake Ridge
TIBS for KidsIn Lake Ridge
Vigor Integrative WellnessIn Lake Ridge

How we ranked Lake Ridge therapists and counselors

We scored 395 Lake Ridge 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 Lake Ridge 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 Lake Ridge: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Lake Ridge?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Lake Ridge, VA is Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Woodbridge with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.5★ from 193 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Ark Autism Behavior Therapy (#2) and Autism Behavior Therapies LLC: ABA Speech and occupational therapy clinic (#3) follow. We ranked 395 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Lake Ridge?

RankedPsychologists ranks 395 therapists and counselors serving Lake Ridge, VA. 5 of them are based in Lake Ridge; 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 Lake Ridge work on weekends?

140 of 395 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 58 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Woodbridge (#1), Ark Autism Behavior Therapy (#2) and Autism Behavior Therapies LLC: ABA Speech and occupational therapy clinic (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Lake Ridge therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 395 rated therapists and counselors in Lake Ridge is 4.7★, with a median of 9 reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Alexandria has the most, 290 reviews, and ranks #38. 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 Lake Ridge count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 395 therapists and counselors serving Lake Ridge.
  2. November 2026: 4 duplicate listings merged.

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