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Best Therapists And Counselors in Lake Shore, MD (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Lake Shore: Joani the Interventionist CIP Alc/Drug/Process interventionist, RP Score 72/100; 5.0★ from 50 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 41

    Most-reviewed: Chase Brexton Health Care - Glen Burnie Center, 800 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 327 ranked; ranked #41.

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

327 Lake Shore therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 81 open Saturdays and 28 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 327 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Lake Shore 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 Shore at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Joani the Interventionist CIP Alc/Drug/Process interventionist725.0★ (50)Annapolis, 8 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Wellshore Psychology - Laura Groft, Ph.D., LLC715.0★ (12)Severna Park, 4 mi away——
3Bay Area Counseling & Consultation, LLC.704.7★ (61)Severna Park, 4 mi awaySat · Evenings—
4Janelle M. Love, MD703.9★ (11)Arnold, 4 mi away——
5Waves of Wellness Studio705.0★ (4)Severna Park, 4 mi away——
6Shoreline Counseling Services LLC704.6★ (28)Pasadena, 4 mi awaySat · Evenings—
7Pasadena Center For Counseling694.5★ (30)Pasadena, 6 mi away——
8Dr. Angelica Shiels695.0★ (4)Arnold, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Baltimore Annapolis Center for Integrative Healing695.0★ (3)Arnold, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Mackay Behavioral Health Services LLC: Recover Regain Restore694.9★ (51)Pasadena, 6 mi awaySat · Evenings—

The 327 best therapists and counselors in Lake Shore, 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 Shore

    Based in Annapolis, 8 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 50 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 50 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1980 Scotts Crossing Way Suite 104, Annapolis, MD 21401
  2. Based in Arnold, 4 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.9★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 11 Google reviews
    Address
    269 Peninsula Farm Rd Ste D, Arnold, MD 21012
  3. Based in Severna Park, 4 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 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
    815 Ritchie Hwy Ste 112, Severna Park, MD 21146
  4. Based in Arnold, 5 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 PM–12 AM · Sun 12 AM–1 PM
    Address
    1298 Bay Dale Dr #211, Arnold, MD 21012
  5. 69/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.9★ from 51 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 51 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–8 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    8000 Jumpers Hole Rd Ste 217, Pasadena, MD 21122
  6. Based in Severna Park, 4 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.9★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–8 PM · Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    836 Ritchie Hwy #6, Severna Park, MD 21146
  7. Based in Severna Park, 4 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 1.6★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.6★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    819 Ritchie Hwy #2001, Severna Park, MD 21146
  8. Based in Severna Park, 4 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 2.5★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.5★ from 16 Google reviews
    Address
    650 Ritchie Hwy, Severna Park, MD 21146
  9. Based in Glen Burnie, 8 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.8★ from 25 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    1110 Benfield Blvd, Millersville, MD 21108
  10. Based in Annapolis, 7 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Address
    Annapolis, MD 21409
  11. 67/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–9:30 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sun 10 AM–9:30 PM
    Address
    1816 Beechwood Ave, Baltimore, MD 21221
  12. Based in Annapolis, 5 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.2★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    588 Bellerive Dr #1D, Annapolis, MD 21409
  13. Based in Severna Park, 4 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “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–Fri 10 AM–9 PM · Sat 11 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4 Evergreen Rd, Severna Park, MD 21146
  14. Based in Glen Burnie, 8 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.9★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–8 PM
    Address
    1110 Benfield Blvd H, Millersville, MD 21108
  15. Based in Glen Burnie, 8 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 336 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 336 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5 PM · Tue–Thu 8:30 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    300 Hospital Dr #223, Glen Burnie, MD 21061
  16. Based in Annapolis, 5 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 1.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    530 College Pkwy, Annapolis, MD 21409
  17. Based in Pasadena, 3 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.3★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3100F Mountain Rd, Pasadena, MD 21122

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

therapists and counselors in Lake Shore, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Arnold664.5★ (288)6 mi
27I'm Still Standing by Grace663.8★ (31)11 mi
28Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program - Annapolis, Magnolia House663.3★ (8)10 mi
29Millersville Psychological Services664.3★ (6)8 mi
30Innovative Treatment Centers664.7★ (49)8 mi
31Empowering Minds Resource Center664.1★ (23)6 mi
32Shine Wellness, LLC664.7★ (94)6 mi
33We Walk Together LLC663.2★ (9)5 mi
34Harbour House662.5★ (8)6 mi
35Bay Region Counseling663.6★ (9)6 mi
36Doza Behavioral Health Services, LLC664.9★ (57)6 mi
37Solace Mental Health and Wellness664.6★ (22)4 mi
38Remedy Counseling, LLC654.1★ (35)4 mi
39Sandstone Care Teen Center at Crownsville653.4★ (87)10 mi
40Silverleaf Counseling Services, LLC.654.6★ (11)4 mi
41Chase Brexton Health Care - Glen Burnie Center654.5★ (800)8 mi
42Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program - Annapolis, Birch House653.3★ (60)10 mi
43Dr. Rachel Strass, DOM, LAc, Spirit Point Healing654.9★ (56)6 mi
44Novum Wellness Center654.9★ (35)8 mi
45Pascal Crisis Stabilization Center652.5★ (54)9 mi
46MATClinics654.7★ (180)11 mi
47NorthStar Counseling & Wellness655.0★ (4)4 mi
48Obinna Okonkwo, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner654.8★ (32)6 mi
49Chase Counseling, LLC654.0★ (4)8 mi
50Acorn Health ABA Therapy North Baltimore - Severna Park645.0★ (4)4 mi

Also serving Lake Shore

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 Lake Shore therapists and counselors

We scored 327 Lake Shore 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 Shore 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 Shore: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Lake Shore?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Lake Shore, MD is Joani the Interventionist CIP Alc/Drug/Process interventionist with an RP Score of 72/100. It has 5.0★ from 50 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Wellshore Psychology - Laura Groft, Ph.D., LLC (#2) and Bay Area Counseling & Consultation, LLC. (#3) follow. We ranked 327 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Lake Shore?

RankedPsychologists ranks 327 therapists and counselors serving Lake Shore, MD. 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 Shore work on weekends?

81 of 327 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 28 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Joani the Interventionist CIP Alc/Drug/Process interventionist (#1), Bay Area Counseling & Consultation, LLC. (#3) and Shoreline Counseling Services LLC (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Lake Shore therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 327 rated therapists and counselors in Lake Shore is 4.6★, with a median of 10 reviews. Chase Brexton Health Care - Glen Burnie Center has the most, 800 reviews, and ranks #41. 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 Shore count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 327 therapists and counselors serving Lake Shore.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.