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Best Therapists And Counselors in Palm Springs, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Palm Springs: Michael's House Treatment Center, RP Score 81/100; 4.6★ from 217 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 10

    Most-reviewed: DAP Health Sunrise Campus, 454 Google reviews at 4.2★, the most of 67 ranked; ranked #10.

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

67 Palm Springs therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 22 open Saturdays and 14 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 67 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Michael's House Treatment Center814.6★ (217)Palm SpringsSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Michael's House Outpatient814.7★ (69)Palm SpringsSat · Sun · Evenings—
3Amore Retreat ​Idyllwild774.9★ (30)Palm SpringsSat · Sun—
4Brian P. Healey, LCSW, CPC754.4★ (7)Palm Springs——
5The Path754.0★ (8)Palm Springs——
6Palm Valley Behavioral Health754.9★ (18)Cathedral City, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Munson-Baker Christie755.0★ (3)Palm Springs——
8Desert Comprehensive Treatment Center723.9★ (33)Palm SpringsSat—
9Affinity Recovery724.7★ (142)Desert Hot Springs, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10DAP Health Sunrise Campus714.2★ (454)Palm Springs—Most reviews

The 67 best therapists and counselors in Palm Springs, 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.

  2. #2 Michael's House Outpatient

    Based in Palm Springs

    81/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.7★ from 69 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 69 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    515 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262
    View profile for Michael's House Outpatient(760) 760-5983

  3. #3 Amore Retreat ​Idyllwild

    Based in Palm Springs

    77/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.9★ from 30 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 30 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–6 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 10 AM–4 PM
    Address
    54010 Pine Crest Ave, Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA 92549
    View profile for Amore Retreat ​Idyllwild(602) 743-4775

  5. #5 The Path

    Based in Palm Springs

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    19531 McLane St A, Palm Springs, CA 92262
    View profile for The Path(760) 251-2346

  7. #7 Munson-Baker Christie

    Based in Palm Springs

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 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
    193 S Civic Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262
    View profile for Munson-Baker Christie(760) 318-4421

  9. #9 Affinity Recovery

    Based in Desert Hot Springs, 9 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.7★ from 142 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 142 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    13340 Mountain View Rd #6444, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
    View profile for Affinity Recovery(888) 308-2529

  10. #10 DAP Health Sunrise Campus

    Based in Palm Springs

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.2★ from 454 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 454 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1695 N Sunrise Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
    View profile for DAP Health Sunrise Campus(760) 323-2118

  12. #12 Randall Baird Therapy

    Based in Palm Springs

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue closed · Wed 9 AM–2:30 PM · Thu 10 AM–9 PM · Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1900 E Tahquitz Canyon Way Ste C4, Palm Springs, CA 92262
    View profile for Randall Baird Therapy(760) 409-7511

  15. #15 Brace Bacon Psychotherapy

    Based in Palm Springs

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 11 AM–5 PM · Fri 11 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    750 E Tahquitz Canyon Way Ste 4, Palm Springs, CA 92262
    View profile for Brace Bacon Psychotherapy(323) 405-7255

  16. #16 Windy Springs Wellness Center

    Based in Palm Springs

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    19531 McLane St Suite B, Palm Springs, CA 92262
    View profile for Windy Springs Wellness Center(760) 288-4579

  18. #18 High Desert Medium

    Based in Cathedral City, 4 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 44 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 44 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    67437 Rio Naches Rd, Cathedral City, CA 92234
    View profile for High Desert Medium(760) 898-2172

  19. #19 Jennifer F. Hilt, LCSW

    Based in Palm Springs

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 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 9 AM–6:30 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2150 E Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
    View profile for Jennifer F. Hilt, LCSW(760) 333-9211

  20. #20 Pamela Henkel, LMFT

    Based in Colton, 9 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 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–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    View profile for Pamela Henkel, LMFT(951) 287-5501

  21. #21 Axis Mental Health

    Based in Desert Hot Springs, 10 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    66563 5th St, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
    View profile for Axis Mental Health(855) 405-2733

  22. #22 Desert Willow Wellness

    Based in Palm Springs

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, based in Palm Springs.

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

    • 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2950 Ranchero Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262
    View profile for Desert Willow Wellness(760) 465-1302

  23. #23 Mental Health Residential

    Based in Hemet, 12 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    53295 Oates Ln, Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA 92549
    View profile for Mental Health Residential(800) 750-2613

  24. #24 Desert Insight

    Based in Cathedral City, 6 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.9★ from 30 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 30 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    35325 Date Palm Dr Ste 122, Cathedral City, CA 92234
    View profile for Desert Insight(442) 307-3395

  25. #25 Intervention 911

    Based in Palm Springs

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.3★ from 7 Google reviews, based in Palm Springs.

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

    • 4.3★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1900 E Tahquitz Canyon Way # B1, Palm Springs, CA 92262
    View profile for Intervention 911(866) 835-3096

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

therapists and counselors in Palm Springs, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Desert Hot Springs Riverside County Behavioral Health643.0★ (6)8 mi
27Banyan Palm Springs644.7★ (318)5 mi
28Vicki E. Salvin, LCSW641.0★ (6)In Palm Springs
29Desert View Health (Thomas B. Jackson, MD. and Petra Schoning, MA, LMFT, BCC)644.9★ (54)In Palm Springs
30Hideaway Recovery634.6★ (10)14 mi
31Addiction Therapeutic Services - Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Drug & Alcohol Addiction Treatment634.1★ (14)7 mi
32Hiba Kehdy Lai625.0★ (31)14 mi
33Inland Psychiatric Medical Group Palm Desert624.4★ (264)10 mi
34Alpha Behavioral Health615.0★ (4)In Palm Springs
35Blue Tiger Recovery613.7★ (6)12 mi
36Renewal Oasis Behavioral Health603.0★ (4)11 mi
37Deborah Meints-Pierson, LMFT604.2★ (5)12 mi
38Desert Hot Springs WIC603.8★ (9)8 mi
39Life's Journey Center Inc603.8★ (10)In Palm Springs
40Wendy Baker, LMFT604.0★ (4)12 mi
41Expressive Arts and Psychotherapy of the Desert604.6★ (11)12 mi
42Ensemble Therapy604.0★ (80)13 mi
43Kelly Battaglia LMFT604.0★ (4)13 mi
44Center for Autism & Related Disorders603.7★ (3)12 mi
45Palm Springs Counseling595.0★ (4)13 mi
46Jessica Sanchez, MS, LMFT594.0★ (4)13 mi
47Karma Doctors & Associates594.8★ (54)In Palm Springs
48Eisenhower Behavioral Health582.6★ (5)9 mi
49417 Recovery584.7★ (38)13 mi
50Kelly Ellis, LCSW585.0★ (6)10 mi

Also serving Palm Springs

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 Palm Springs
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
A J Botwin5.0★ (2)In Palm Springs
Caulfield Counseling and Education5.0★ (1)In Palm Springs
Curry Sandra PhD2.2★ (11)In Palm Springs
Daniel E Fast MD5.0★ (5)In Palm Springs
Detwiler Psychology, APC2.0★ (2)In Palm Springs
DOHC Behavioral Health Clinic - Palm Springs3.0★ (2)In Palm Springs
Dr. Adam Cash5.0★ (2)In Palm Springs
Dr. Alan Rooney, Psychologist and Clinical Psychotherapist5.0★ (1)In Palm Springs
Dr. Ramesh Gune', Psy.D. MFT.5.0★ (1)In Palm Springs
Jo Hercus, LMFT5.0★ (1)In Palm Springs
Ken Seeley Communities3.6★ (28)In Palm Springs
Kenneth Garett, Ph.D.4.5★ (8)In Palm Springs
Kenneth Russ, MD5.0★ (9)In Palm Springs
Landon Hallbrooks, DSW, LCSW - Therapist5.0★ (2)In Palm Springs
Palm Springs Ca Drug Rehabilitation | Square One Medical5.0★ (10)In Palm Springs
Patricia Craine, MA-LMFT5.0★ (2)In Palm Springs
Psych Health Centers5.0★ (2)In Palm Springs
Shawn Harvey4.0★ (4)In Palm Springs
Shawn Wood Licensed Clinical Social Worker1.0★ (1)In Palm Springs
Simone Ravicz, Ph.D.5.0★ (2)In Palm Springs

How we ranked Palm Springs therapists and counselors

We scored 67 Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Palm Springs?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Palm Springs, CA is Michael's House Treatment Center with an RP Score of 81/100. It has 4.6★ from 217 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Michael's House Outpatient (#2) and Amore Retreat ​Idyllwild (#3) follow. We ranked 67 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Palm Springs?

RankedPsychologists ranks 67 therapists and counselors serving Palm Springs, CA. 22 of them are based in Palm Springs; 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 Palm Springs work on weekends?

22 of 67 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 14 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Michael's House Treatment Center (#1), Michael's House Outpatient (#2) and Amore Retreat ​Idyllwild (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Palm Springs therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 67 rated therapists and counselors in Palm Springs is 4.6★, with a median of 10 reviews. DAP Health Sunrise Campus has the most, 454 reviews, and ranks #10. 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 Palm Springs count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 67 therapists and counselors serving Palm Springs.

More therapists and counselors and Palm Springs pages