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Best Therapists And Counselors in Milton, GA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Milton: Emerge Healing Center - Addiction & Mental Health Treatment in Alpharetta, RP Score 78/100; 5.0★ from 67 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 44

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Atlanta Counseling, 354 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 561 ranked; ranked #44.

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

561 Milton therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 157 open Saturdays and 66 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 561 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Milton 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 Milton at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Emerge Healing Center - Addiction & Mental Health Treatment in Alpharetta785.0★ (67)Alpharetta, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Emerge Healing Center - Mental Health Treatment in Alpharetta, GA765.0★ (18)Alpharetta, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Summit Wellness Group Mental Health Treatment Center - Roswell744.6★ (36)Roswell, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4New View Wellness744.9★ (82)Roswell, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Counsel Connections735.0★ (8)Alpharetta, 2 mi awaySat · Sun—
6LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Milton734.7★ (306)Milton——
7Blueprint Psychology735.0★ (10)MiltonSat—
8Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Alpharetta734.3★ (81)Alpharetta, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9The Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center Georgia724.4★ (65)Sugar Hill, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Origins Holistic Psychotherapy725.0★ (32)Alpharetta, 3 mi awaySat · Evenings—

The 561 best therapists and counselors in Milton, 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 Milton

    Based in Alpharetta, 3 mi away

    78/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 67 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 67 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    6110 McFarland Station Dr Ste 1104, Alpharetta, GA 30004
  2. 76/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1740 Grassland Pkwy Ste 106, Alpharetta, GA 30004
  3. Based in Roswell, 7 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.9★ from 82 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 82 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    925 Woodstock Rd #250, Roswell, GA 30075
  4. Based in Alpharetta, 2 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–4 PM
    Address
    13680 GA-9 Ste D600, Alpharetta, GA 30004
  5. Based in Milton

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 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–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    15800 Birmingham Hwy Ste 600, Milton, GA 30004
  6. Based in Alpharetta, 3 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    12705 Century Dr Ste A, Alpharetta, GA 30009
  7. Based in Roswell, 6 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.9★ from 38 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun 9 AM–2 PM
    Address
    555 Sun Valley Dr Building M Suite 2, Roswell, GA 30076
  8. Based in Roswell, 6 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–8 PM · Tue–Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu 10 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sat 10 AM–1 PM · Sun 9 AM–3 PM
    Address
    1101 Bombay Ln, Roswell, GA 30076
  9. Based in Alpharetta, 4 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 11 AM–8 PM · Fri 11 AM–6 PM · Sat 7 AM–11 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    44 Milton Ave Ste 125A, Alpharetta, GA 30009
  10. Based in Milton

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    850 Mayfield Rd Ste 203, Milton, GA 30009
  11. Based in Roswell, 7 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 64 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 64 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    570 Colonial Park Dr #307, Roswell, GA 30075
  12. Based in Johns Creek, 9 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    12050 Findley Rd, Johns Creek, GA 30097
  13. Based in Alpharetta, 3 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    12705 Century Dr Unit C, Alpharetta, GA 30009
  14. Based in Milton

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.8★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    850 Mayfield Rd Ste 203, Milton, GA 30009
  15. Based in Alpharetta, 5 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “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–Sun 9 AM–6 PM
    Address
    2475 Northwinds Pkwy Suite 200, Alpharetta, GA 30009
  16. Based in Milton

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 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–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    850 Mayfield Rd Ste 203, Milton, GA 30009

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

therapists and counselors in Milton, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Apollo Behavior Center - ABA Therapy for Autism704.7★ (12)In Milton
27Tranquil Paths: Counseling & Consulting705.0★ (11)3 mi
28Camille Scent, Ed.S., LPC, LMFT705.0★ (4)4 mi
29Soulogia Relationship & Family Center705.0★ (4)5 mi
30Lifebulb704.7★ (19)6 mi
31Wildwood Counseling, LLC705.0★ (3)5 mi
32Passion for Peace695.0★ (29)5 mi
33Eternal Strength Center for Radical Youth Work695.0★ (30)2 mi
34Authored Therapy695.0★ (9)6 mi
35Talk To Heal Counseling Center694.5★ (15)9 mi
36Emily R. Siegel, LCSW, CCH, Psychotherapy & Hypnotherapy694.3★ (18)6 mi
37Counseling Services Atlanta Group695.0★ (3)6 mi
38Sharon Ellis Joyner, Ph.D.695.0★ (4)5 mi
39Embark Behavioral Health694.9★ (187)4 mi
40Jai Dames694.6★ (7)6 mi
41Atlas Behavioral Health: Addiction Treatment Center694.9★ (76)12 mi
42Journey to Healing Therapy, LLC694.4★ (7)6 mi
43Counseling and Evaluation Services, LLC684.2★ (10)6 mi
44Thriveworks Atlanta Counseling684.5★ (354)10 mi
45Art It Out Therapy Center: Alpharetta685.0★ (6)4 mi
46Integrated Therapeutic Solutions, LLC684.3★ (31)7 mi
47Kellen Mental Health685.0★ (63)4 mi
48Nancy Rosenblum, LCSW685.0★ (4)6 mi
49Renovating Hope Counseling, LLC685.0★ (21)6 mi
50The Mind Lab, LLC: Jessica Bush, MSW685.0★ (3)6 mi

Also serving Milton

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 Milton therapists and counselors

We scored 561 Milton 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 Milton 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 Milton: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Milton?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Milton, GA is Emerge Healing Center - Addiction & Mental Health Treatment in Alpharetta with an RP Score of 78/100. It has 5.0★ from 67 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Emerge Healing Center - Mental Health Treatment in Alpharetta, GA (#2) and Summit Wellness Group Mental Health Treatment Center - Roswell (#3) follow. We ranked 561 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Milton?

RankedPsychologists ranks 561 therapists and counselors serving Milton, GA. 6 of them are based in Milton; 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 Milton work on weekends?

157 of 561 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 66 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Emerge Healing Center - Addiction & Mental Health Treatment in Alpharetta (#1), Emerge Healing Center - Mental Health Treatment in Alpharetta, GA (#2) and Summit Wellness Group Mental Health Treatment Center - Roswell (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Milton therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 561 rated therapists and counselors in Milton is 4.8★, with a median of 12 reviews. Thriveworks Atlanta Counseling has the most, 354 reviews, and ranks #44. 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 Milton count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 561 therapists and counselors serving Milton.
  2. November 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.