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Best Therapists And Counselors in Pacific Grove, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Pacific Grove: Chastain Stephanie, RP Score 72/100; 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

  2. 37

    Most-reviewed: Advanced Psychiatry Associates, 125 Google reviews at 4.2★, the most of 38 ranked; ranked #37.

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

38 Pacific Grove therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 6 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 38 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Pacific Grove 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 Pacific Grove at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Chastain Stephanie723.7★ (3)Monterey, 2 mi away—Overall
2CHOMP Outpatient Mental Health Clinic723.7★ (3)Monterey, 2 mi away——
3Carlyne Goodwin Hanson Mft713.7★ (3)Monterey, 2 mi away——
4North American Mental Health Services, Monterey714.5★ (123)Monterey, 2 mi away——
5Crossroads Counseling712.7★ (9)Monterey, 1 mi awaySat · Evenings—
6Harmony Place Monterey | Mental Health, Eating Disorder, and Chemical Dependency Treatment Center704.8★ (61)Monterey, 2 mi away——
7Embodied Psychotherapy with Olivia Fae Stadler695.0★ (6)Pacific Grove——
8Counseling, Coaching and Retreats Tammy Foster, LCSW685.0★ (6)Seaside, 4 mi awaySat · Evenings—
9Restoration First Responder Center685.0★ (3)Pacific GroveEvenings—
10Hartnell Professional Center684.2★ (14)Monterey, 2 mi away——

The 38 best therapists and counselors in Pacific Grove, 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 Pacific Grove

    #1 Chastain Stephanie

    Based in Monterey, 2 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 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
    215 W Franklin St, Monterey, CA 93940
    View profile for Chastain Stephanie(831) 375-4860

  3. #3 Carlyne Goodwin Hanson Mft

    Based in Monterey, 2 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship 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
    335 El Dorado St #7, Monterey, CA 93940
    View profile for Carlyne Goodwin Hanson Mft(831) 277-6411

  4. #4 North American Mental Health Services, Monterey

    Based in Monterey, 2 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.5★ from 123 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 123 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 7:30 AM–6 PM · Tue–Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1035 Cass St, Monterey, CA 93940
    View profile for North American Mental Health Services, Monterey(831) 886-0002

  5. #5 Crossroads Counseling

    Based in Monterey, 1 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 2.7★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.7★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 6 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat 6 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    801 Lighthouse Ave #212, Monterey, CA 93940
    View profile for Crossroads Counseling(831) 240-8728

  6. #6 Harmony Place Monterey | Mental Health, Eating Disorder, and Chemical Dependency Treatment Center

    Based in Monterey, 2 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.8★ from 61 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 61 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    574 Cortes St, Monterey, CA 93940
    View profile for Harmony Place Monterey | Mental Health, Eating Disorder, and Chemical Dependency Treatment Center(831) 230-4724

  9. #9 Restoration First Responder Center

    Based in Pacific Grove

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship 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–Tue 9 AM–9 PM · Wed closed · Thu 7 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    183 Forest Ave Ste 2, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
    View profile for Restoration First Responder Center(707) 330-7904

  10. #10 Hartnell Professional Center

    Based in Monterey, 2 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.2★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    576 Hartnell St, Monterey, CA 93940
    View profile for Hartnell Professional Center(831) 624-5311

  11. #11 FocusFirst Performance Psychology

    Based in Monterey, 5 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    26080 Carmel Rancho Blvd Ste 205, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923
    View profile for FocusFirst Performance Psychology(831) 917-5911

  12. #12 Outpatient Behavioral Health Services

    Based in Monterey, 2 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.4★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 7:45 AM–8:30 PM · Tue–Thu 7:45 AM–9 PM · Fri 7:45 AM–8:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    576 Hartnell St, Monterey, CA 93940
    View profile for Outpatient Behavioral Health Services(831) 625-4600

  13. #13 Gwen Lovett Psychotherapy

    Based in Monterey, 1 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 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–Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    191 Lighthouse Ave a6, Monterey, CA 93940
    View profile for Gwen Lovett Psychotherapy(831) 392-7730

  14. #14 Interim, Inc.

    Based in Monterey, 2 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.4★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    604 Pearl St, Monterey, CA 93940
    View profile for Interim, Inc.(831) 649-4522

  15. #15 Sacred Space Counseling & Therapy and Consultation & Supervision Services

    Based in Monterey, 3 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 11 AM–7 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 9:30 AM–7 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 10 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    660 Camino Aguajito Ste 203, Monterey, CA 93940
    View profile for Sacred Space Counseling & Therapy and Consultation & Supervision Services(831) 200-3375

  16. #16 Jennifer Moore Therapy

    Based in Monterey, 4 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    2 SW Fourth on Junipero, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921
    View profile for Jennifer Moore Therapy(404) 272-6922

  17. #17 Ohana Center for Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health

    Based in Monterey, 6 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.0★ from 30 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 30 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    6 Lower Ragsdale Dr, Monterey, CA 93940
    View profile for Ohana Center for Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health(831) 642-6201

  18. #18 Village Project Inc

    Based in Seaside, 4 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1069 Broadway Ave #201, Seaside, CA 93955
    View profile for Village Project Inc(831) 392-1500

  20. #20 Ashley K Whelan, LPCC | EMDR & Somatic Therapy

    Based in Monterey, 5 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 12 PM–6 PM · Wed 12 PM–5 PM · Thu 11 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    26344 Carmel Rancho Ln, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923
    View profile for Ashley K Whelan, LPCC | EMDR & Somatic Therapy(858) 215-5134

  21. #21 Better Self Better Life - Mental Health Counseling and Therapy Services

    Based in Monterey, 5 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    100 Clock Tower Pl, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93922
    View profile for Better Self Better Life - Mental Health Counseling and Therapy Services(831) 223-9399

  22. #22 AnnMarie Rose, LMFT

    Based in Monterey, 6 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    26485 Carmel Rancho Blvd, Carmel, CA 93923
    View profile for AnnMarie Rose, LMFT(831) 626-7222

All 38 therapists and counselors

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #38, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

therapists and counselors in Pacific Grove, ranks 26 to 38
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Alsana603.5★ (8)In Pacific Grove
27Monterey Therapy Center595.0★ (22)4 mi
28North American Mental Health Services, Salinas574.5★ (92)15 mi
29Door To Hope544.3★ (16)15 mi
30Eduardo Eizner Marriage-Family525.0★ (5)15 mi
31Alsana522.3★ (3)6 mi
32Cynthia Churchill, MD - Psychiatrist | Mindpath Health514.9★ (19)6 mi
33Mindpath Health Psychiatrists & Therapists - Monterey514.6★ (16)6 mi
34Beatrice Berlin, PMHNP-BC - Psychiatric Clinician | Mindpath Health515.0★ (11)6 mi
35Community Human Services513.7★ (3)4 mi
36Trumpet Behavioral Health, a division of BlueSprig494.8★ (6)14 mi
37Advanced Psychiatry Associates494.2★ (125)15 mi
38Stars Therapy Services465.0★ (4)15 mi

Also serving Pacific Grove

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 Pacific Grove
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Alisha Sweyd, LMFT5.0★ (1)In Pacific Grove
Barbara C. Robinson, MFT5.0★ (1)In Pacific Grove
Barrie E. O'Brien, LMFT5.0★ (2)In Pacific Grove
Beaudoin John Paul PHD5.0★ (2)In Pacific Grove
Callie MckenzieIn Pacific Grove
Camilla Mitchell, LMFT5.0★ (1)In Pacific Grove
Community Family TherapyIn Pacific Grove
Diane Mouradian1.0★ (1)In Pacific Grove
Eric Goren, MFT5.0★ (1)In Pacific Grove
John Aulenta1.0★ (1)In Pacific Grove
Keri A Murdock, LCSW, APC5.0★ (1)In Pacific Grove
Krimsley Sylvia4.0★ (1)In Pacific Grove
Martha E. Gleason, PHD4.0★ (4)In Pacific Grove
MoonRise Psychology1.0★ (1)In Pacific Grove
Peninsula Counseling & GrowthIn Pacific Grove
Pulsen-Soria Krista PHD5.0★ (2)In Pacific Grove
Rochelle Hall - Therapy, Mindfulness5.0★ (1)In Pacific Grove
Sierra Health + Wellness: Monterey - Addiction Treatment Center3.6★ (25)In Pacific Grove
Sky Charlotte a PhD5.0★ (5)In Pacific Grove
The Healing Collaborative5.0★ (1)In Pacific Grove

How we ranked Pacific Grove therapists and counselors

We scored 38 Pacific Grove 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 Pacific Grove 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 Pacific Grove: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Pacific Grove?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Pacific Grove, CA is Chastain Stephanie with an RP Score of 72/100. It has 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews. CHOMP Outpatient Mental Health Clinic (#2) and Carlyne Goodwin Hanson Mft (#3) follow. We ranked 38 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Pacific Grove?

RankedPsychologists ranks 38 therapists and counselors serving Pacific Grove, CA. 3 of them are based in Pacific Grove; 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 Pacific Grove work on weekends?

6 of 38 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Crossroads Counseling (#5), Counseling, Coaching and Retreats Tammy Foster, LCSW (#8) and FocusFirst Performance Psychology (#11). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Pacific Grove therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 38 rated therapists and counselors in Pacific Grove is 4.7★, with a median of 9 reviews. Advanced Psychiatry Associates has the most, 125 reviews, and ranks #37. 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 Pacific Grove count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Pacific Grove 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 Pacific Grove 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 Pacific Grove

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 38 therapists and counselors serving Pacific Grove.

More therapists and counselors and Pacific Grove pages