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Best Therapists And Counselors in North Bethesda, MD (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in North Bethesda: Newport Academy Outpatient, RP Score 76/100; 3.4★ from 10 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 46

    Most-reviewed: Ob-Gyn Associates of Advantia (Silver Spring Office), 2,491 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 966 ranked; ranked #46.

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

966 North Bethesda therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 318 open Saturdays and 137 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 966 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in North Bethesda 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 North Bethesda at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Newport Academy Outpatient763.4★ (10)Rockville, 1 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Anchor Point Professional Counseling, LLC745.0★ (32)North BethesdaSat · Evenings—
3Tender Hearts Counseling745.0★ (28)North BethesdaSat · Evenings—
4Kranzler Autism Programs and Services744.0★ (4)Rockville, 1 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Celestial Tides Therapy & Coaching745.0★ (6)Rockville, 1 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Lindsey Hoskins & Associates, Couple & Family Therapy744.4★ (21)Bethesda, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Rodney Orders, LCSW-C745.0★ (3)Rockville, 1 mi away——
8Cushing Counseling Sex and Couples Therapy745.0★ (11)Bethesda, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Elm Therapy and Wellness745.0★ (23)North BethesdaSat · Evenings—
10Bethesda Therapy & Wellness745.0★ (6)Rockville, 1 mi awaySat · Sun—

The 966 best therapists and counselors in North Bethesda, 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 North Bethesda

    #1 Newport Academy Outpatient

    Based in Rockville, 1 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 3.4★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    12300 Twinbrook Pkwy, Rockville, MD 20852
    View profile for Newport Academy Outpatient(866) 265-5898

  2. #2 Anchor Point Professional Counseling, LLC

    Based in North Bethesda

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–9 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 7 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    11810 Grand Park Ave #500, North Bethesda, MD 20852
    View profile for Anchor Point Professional Counseling, LLC(240) 823-4144

  3. #3 Tender Hearts Counseling

    Based in North Bethesda

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    6010 Executive Blvd Ste 503, North Bethesda, MD 20852
    View profile for Tender Hearts Counseling(240) 778-5060

  7. #7 Rodney Orders, LCSW-C

    Based in Rockville, 1 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 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
    11200 Rockville Pike Ste 245, Rockville, MD 20852
    View profile for Rodney Orders, LCSW-C(571) 308-8392

  9. #9 Elm Therapy and Wellness

    Based in North Bethesda

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    6010 Executive Blvd Ste 1050, North Bethesda, MD 20852
    View profile for Elm Therapy and Wellness(301) 778-5595

  10. #10 Bethesda Therapy & Wellness

    Based in Rockville, 1 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 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–5 PM
    Address
    1700 Rockville Pike Ste 260, Rockville, MD 20852
    View profile for Bethesda Therapy & Wellness(301) 633-1108

  12. #12 Capital Youth Services / Rathbone & Associates

    Based in Rockville, 1 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 3.3★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 9 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun 9 AM–4 PM
    Address
    5942 Hubbard Dr, Rockville, MD 20852
    View profile for Capital Youth Services / Rathbone & Associates(301) 229-9490

  14. #14 One Medical Primary Care Clinic - Flats at Bethesda

    Based in Bethesda, 5 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.8★ from 131 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 131 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7 AM–5 PM · Wed–Fri 7 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–6 PM
    Address
    7187 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20815
    View profile for One Medical Primary Care Clinic - Flats at Bethesda(888) 663-6331

  16. #16 Bethesda Counseling Services

    Based in Bethesda, 2 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.8★ from 39 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 39 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    6505 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda, MD 20817
    View profile for Bethesda Counseling Services(240) 225-0522

  17. #17 PRN Counseling, LLC

    Based in North Bethesda

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–9 PM · Thu 8:45 AM–9 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    6264 Montrose Rd, North Bethesda, MD 20852
    View profile for PRN Counseling, LLC(240) 242-3600

  23. #23 Authentically U Counseling - HOLISTIC WELLNESS ENRICHMENT CENTER

    Based in Rockville, 1 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 11 AM–6:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    6209 Executive Blvd, Rockville, MD 20852
    View profile for Authentically U Counseling - HOLISTIC WELLNESS ENRICHMENT CENTER(240) 426-8344

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

therapists and counselors in North Bethesda, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Help In The Home, LLC724.6★ (22)6 mi
27Sophroneo Behavioral Health. Psychaitry medication management.724.7★ (12)1 mi
28Pathway to Wellness724.9★ (9)1 mi
29Neurodipity724.5★ (8)1 mi
30Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Silver Spring714.5★ (56)5 mi
31Mindspace Clinical Counseling | Virtual Therapy for Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, OCD, Christian Counseling715.0★ (7)1 mi
32Strength in Counsel715.0★ (7)1 mi
33Montgomery County Counseling Center714.6★ (27)2 mi
34Patricia D. Doane, LCPC714.0★ (3)3 mi
35MinuteClinic at CVS713.4★ (48)2 mi
36Caitlin Magidson, LCPC715.0★ (13)5 mi
37Ellie Mental Health713.6★ (7)1 mi
38Vigor Integrative Wellness714.5★ (22)2 mi
39Ashley Bucci Therapy715.0★ (18)5 mi
40Jason M Goldberg LCSW-C LLC714.2★ (10)4 mi
41Simply Skillful Therapy715.0★ (21)In North Bethesda
42Jonah Green and Associates, LLC714.6★ (19)3 mi
43First Royal Health Care Services LLC705.0★ (12)5 mi
44Michelle Chaney702.7★ (3)In North Bethesda
45Darby Integrative Counseling, LLC - EMDR, Couples, LGBTQIA+ Specialists704.9★ (23)6 mi
46Ob-Gyn Associates of Advantia (Silver Spring Office)704.7★ (2,491)6 mi
47Maryland Wellness and Recovery LLC (MDWAR)704.8★ (58)1 mi
48Atousa Raissyan - Soulystic705.0★ (80)4 mi
49Potomac Psychiatry704.5★ (172)1 mi
50Washington Nutrition & Counseling Group702.1★ (7)1 mi

Also serving North Bethesda

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 North Bethesda
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Allison Brown, LCPC, RPT5.0★ (2)In North Bethesda
Center for Intimacy, Connection and ChangeIn North Bethesda
Dr. Reji AbhilashIn North Bethesda
Elite Behavioral TherapyIn North Bethesda
Embrace Life5.0★ (2)In North Bethesda
Esti Schonbrun LCSW-C I MindEmbodied5.0★ (2)In North Bethesda
Hopeful Core Therapy5.0★ (1)In North Bethesda
HTS Health Services3.0★ (2)In North Bethesda
Lavender Hills Psychotherapy, LLCIn North Bethesda
Leila Jarrahi, PHD5.0★ (2)In North Bethesda
Lora Griff, LCSW-C, Clinical Social Worker5.0★ (1)In North Bethesda
Miles Goldstein5.0★ (2)In North Bethesda
Moving Forward: Therapy & CoachingIn North Bethesda
OCD Anxiety CentersIn North Bethesda
Playful Therapy Connections5.0★ (1)In North Bethesda
Raine Weiner, PhDIn North Bethesda
Rockville Counseling & Psychotherapy Services -- Larry Letich, LCSW-CIn North Bethesda
Side By Side Counseling & Consulting LLCIn North Bethesda
Solomon Meltzer, M.D.4.2★ (5)In North Bethesda
The Woolf Center Therapy for Teens, Adults, & CouplesIn North Bethesda

How we ranked North Bethesda therapists and counselors

We scored 966 North Bethesda 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 North Bethesda 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 North Bethesda: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in North Bethesda?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in North Bethesda, MD is Newport Academy Outpatient with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 3.4★ from 10 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Anchor Point Professional Counseling, LLC (#2) and Tender Hearts Counseling (#3) follow. We ranked 966 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in North Bethesda?

RankedPsychologists ranks 966 therapists and counselors serving North Bethesda, MD. 8 of them are based in North Bethesda; 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 North Bethesda work on weekends?

318 of 966 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 137 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Newport Academy Outpatient (#1), Anchor Point Professional Counseling, LLC (#2) and Tender Hearts Counseling (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do North Bethesda therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 966 rated therapists and counselors in North Bethesda is 4.7★, with a median of 10 reviews. Ob-Gyn Associates of Advantia (Silver Spring Office) has the most, 2,491 reviews, and ranks #46. 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 North Bethesda count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the North Bethesda 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 North Bethesda 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 North Bethesda

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 966 therapists and counselors serving North Bethesda.
  2. November 2026: 3 duplicate listings merged.

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