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Best Therapists And Counselors in North Hills, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in North Hills: Bright Paths Recovery, RP Score 80/100; 5.0★ from 93 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 29

    Most-reviewed: Advanced Psychiatry Associates, 860 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 993 ranked; ranked #29.

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

993 North Hills therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 425 open Saturdays and 264 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 993 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in North Hills 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 Hills at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Bright Paths Recovery805.0★ (93)Northridge, 2 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Los Angeles Mental Health794.5★ (27)North HillsSat · Sun · Evenings—
3Sylmar Health and Rehabilitation Center794.5★ (27)North HillsSat · Sun · Evenings—
4Spark To Recovery Granada Hills784.6★ (7)North HillsSat · Sun · Evenings—
5Defying Labels775.0★ (23)North HillsSat · Sun · Evenings—
6North Valley Anger Management Consultants774.7★ (39)North HillsSat · Sun—
7Clear Behavioral Health - Mental Health Services in Van Nuys774.9★ (31)Van Nuys, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Sherman Oaks Therapy & Wellness775.0★ (12)North Hills——
9Northridge Addiction Treatment Center774.9★ (81)Encino, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10The Best Treatment Los Angeles764.8★ (192)North Hollywood, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 993 best therapists and counselors in North Hills, 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 Hills

    #1 Bright Paths Recovery

    Based in Northridge, 2 mi away

    80/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 93 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 93 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    10014 Louise Ave, Northridge, CA 91325
    View profile for Bright Paths Recovery(747) 308-3500

  2. #2 Los Angeles Mental Health

    Based in North Hills

    79/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.5★ from 27 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    5310 Bothwell Rd, Tarzana, CA 91356
    View profile for Los Angeles Mental Health(323) 894-0571

  5. #5 Defying Labels

    Based in North Hills

    77/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    View profile for Defying Labels(213) 222-8794

  12. #12 White Oak Recovery Center

    Based in North Hollywood, 5 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.8★ from 110 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 110 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    7838 Vantage Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91605
    View profile for White Oak Recovery Center(844) 955-3379

  13. #13 SCA Recovery Center

    Based in San Fernando, 5 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 59 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 59 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    11529 Sproule Ave, Pacoima, CA 91331
    View profile for SCA Recovery Center(818) 938-1427

  15. #15 Moment of Clarity

    Based in Chatsworth, 4 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.6★ from 18 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    18617 Keswick St, Reseda, CA 91335
    View profile for Moment of Clarity(747) 337-3075

  17. #17 Bellaire Recovery

    Based in North Hollywood, 5 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.9★ from 54 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 54 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    6622 Bellaire Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91606
    View profile for Bellaire Recovery(805) 919-8954

  19. #19 Friends of the Family

    Based in North Hills

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.4★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 15 Google reviews
    Address
    16861 Parthenia St, North Hills, CA 91343
    View profile for Friends of the Family(818) 988-4430

  20. #20 After Action

    Based in Northridge, 4 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 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 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    19270 Calahan St, Northridge, CA 91324
    View profile for After Action(866) 645-5672

  23. #23 Regal Treatment

    Based in Canoga Park, 6 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    20453 Hemmingway St, Winnetka, CA 91306
    View profile for Regal Treatment(818) 533-9993

  24. #24 Mandi Behzadi, LMFT

    Based in Sherman Oaks, 5 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 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–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    15235 Burbank Blvd Ste B1, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411
    View profile for Mandi Behzadi, LMFT(507) 398-6389

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

therapists and counselors in North Hills, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Satori Health744.3★ (15)4 mi
27Tarzana Treatment Centers744.0★ (31)4 mi
28Kesem Therapy745.0★ (14)In North Hills
29Advanced Psychiatry Associates744.8★ (860)6 mi
30Warner Park Addiction Treatment & Mental Health Center745.0★ (329)8 mi
31Gayane Aramyan, LMFT - Sherman Oaks Couples Therapist & Postpartum Therapist745.0★ (26)6 mi
32Acumedi Health Clinics Inc745.0★ (22)In North Hills
33Help Group Project Six734.1★ (18)2 mi
34Stairway Resource Center734.9★ (68)7 mi
35Calmura Counseling & Wellness735.0★ (5)In North Hills
36Montare Behavioral Health at the Valley734.6★ (32)6 mi
37Montare Behavioral Health Center for Healing734.6★ (20)6 mi
38Autumn Hills Behavioral Health735.0★ (8)6 mi
39Legacy Healing Center734.9★ (50)7 mi
40Los Angeles County Addiction Treatment Center735.0★ (9)6 mi
41Los Angeles County Mental Health733.7★ (3)2 mi
42Acropolis Counseling Center732.3★ (3)2 mi
43Autumn Hills Behavioral Health725.0★ (6)6 mi
44Brass Tacks Recovery724.3★ (11)6 mi
45Five Star Care724.7★ (14)4 mi
46San Fernando Valley Counseling Center723.8★ (4)2 mi
47Ronald D. Korn, MFT724.0★ (4)3 mi
48Tranquility Recovery Center725.0★ (7)6 mi
49Avedian Counseling Center725.0★ (57)6 mi
50One Heart Behavioral Health724.7★ (15)4 mi

Also serving North Hills

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 Hills
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Alesia A. Wesley, MFTIn North Hills
Alycia E. Wood, LCSW3.0★ (2)In North Hills
Boris SylviaIn North Hills
Cheryl L. Davis, PhDIn North Hills
Child & Family Guidance Center - North Hills Wellness CenterIn North Hills
Clinical Counseling Assoc. The Valley Prevention & Treatment Center5.0★ (1)In North Hills
Diana S. Harrison, PHDIn North Hills
EmPATH TherapyIn North Hills
Finish Line Recovery5.0★ (2)In North Hills
Gifted and Creative CounselingIn North Hills
Hearts & Minds Psychotherapy Group | Suri Nowosiolski, LCSW, MSpEd.5.0★ (2)In North Hills
Kathy J. Macleay, PHD5.0★ (4)In North Hills
lemona behavioral health center 24/7 helpIn North Hills
Martin Jennifer LIn North Hills
Menachem Psychotherapy Group5.0★ (2)In North Hills
Peggy M. Wilson-Jordan, PHD5.0★ (2)In North Hills
Psychological Assessment and Therapeutic Healing P.A.T.H.In North Hills
RAIN WALD, MA, LMFTIn North Hills
Ronald L. Kaufman, PsyD4.7★ (37)In North Hills
The PaRC FoundationIn North Hills

How we ranked North Hills therapists and counselors

We scored 993 North Hills 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 Hills 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 Hills: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in North Hills?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in North Hills, CA is Bright Paths Recovery with an RP Score of 80/100. It has 5.0★ from 93 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Los Angeles Mental Health (#2) and Sylmar Health and Rehabilitation Center (#3) follow. We ranked 993 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in North Hills?

RankedPsychologists ranks 993 therapists and counselors serving North Hills, CA. 12 of them are based in North Hills; 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 Hills work on weekends?

425 of 993 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 264 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Bright Paths Recovery (#1), Los Angeles Mental Health (#2) and Sylmar Health and Rehabilitation Center (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do North Hills therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 993 rated therapists and counselors in North Hills is 5.0★, with a median of 9 reviews. Advanced Psychiatry Associates has the most, 860 reviews, and ranks #29. 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 Hills count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 993 therapists and counselors serving North Hills.
  2. November 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.

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