79/100RP Score
Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.4★ from 145 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Best Therapists And Counselors in Philadelphia, PA (2026)
876 therapists and counselors ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Philadelphia: The Center for Growth / Therapy in Philadelphia, RP Score 79/100; 4.4★ from 145 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 4
Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Philadelphia, 309 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 876 ranked; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
876 Philadelphia therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 325 open Saturdays and 147 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 876 rated practices.
Top 10 therapists and counselors in Philadelphia 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.
| Rank | Business | RP Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Center for Growth / Therapy in Philadelphia | 79 | 4.4★ (145) | Philadelphia | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | The Center for Growth, Inc | 79 | 4.6★ (42) | Philadelphia | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Philadelphia Couples Therapy | 78 | 5.0★ (13) | Philadelphia | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Philadelphia | 78 | 4.6★ (309) | Philadelphia | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Most reviews |
| 5 | Full Being Services | 77 | 5.0★ (8) | Philadelphia | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Sex Therapy in Philadelphia | 77 | 4.9★ (8) | Philadelphia | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Black Female Therapist, LLC | 77 | 5.0★ (36) | Philadelphia | — | — |
| 8 | Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Philadelphia | 77 | 4.4★ (232) | Philadelphia | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 9 | Malvern Behavioral Health | 77 | 3.8★ (93) | Philadelphia | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 10 | The Therapy Gal | 77 | 4.9★ (43) | Philadelphia | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
The 876 best therapists and counselors in Philadelphia, 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.
Based in Philadelphia
79/100RP ScoreRanked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.6★ from 42 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Philadelphia
78/100RP ScoreRanked #3 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.
Based in Philadelphia
78/100RP ScoreRanked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.6★ from 309 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Philadelphia
77/100RP ScoreRanked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Philadelphia
77/100RP ScoreRanked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Philadelphia
77/100RP ScoreRanked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Philadelphia
77/100RP ScoreRanked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.4★ from 232 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Philadelphia
77/100RP ScoreRanked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.8★ from 93 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#10 The Therapy Gal
Based in Philadelphia
77/100RP ScoreRanked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.9★ from 43 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Philadelphia
77/100RP ScoreRanked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.4★ from 223 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Philadelphia
77/100RP ScoreRanked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Philadelphia
77/100RP ScoreRanked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Philadelphia
76/100RP ScoreRanked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.4★ from 113 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Philadelphia
76/100RP ScoreRanked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.8★ from 26 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#16 Full Living
Based in Philadelphia
76/100RP ScoreRanked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.8★ from 24 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Philadelphia
76/100RP ScoreRanked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.7★ from 26 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Philadelphia
76/100RP ScoreRanked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Philadelphia
76/100RP ScoreRanked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Philadelphia
75/100RP ScoreRanked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.7★ from 191 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Philadelphia
75/100RP ScoreRanked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 29 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Philadelphia
75/100RP ScoreRanked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.3★ from 40 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#23 Bala CBT
Based in Philadelphia
75/100RP ScoreRanked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Philadelphia
75/100RP ScoreRanked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.9★ from 11 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Philadelphia
75/100RP ScoreRanked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.7★ from 133 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
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 876 ranked therapists and counselors here; the rest are on their profiles.
| Rank | Business | RP Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Davis & Associates Counseling Services, LLC | 75 | 5.0★ (9) | In Philadelphia |
| 27 | Isaac Garfield M.S.S., L.C.S.W | 75 | 4.5★ (16) | In Philadelphia |
| 28 | Council for Relationships | 75 | 4.3★ (18) | In Philadelphia |
| 29 | Spilove Psychotherapy | 75 | 4.6★ (10) | In Philadelphia |
| 30 | Therapy for Women Center | Old City, Philadelphia | 75 | 4.9★ (66) | In Philadelphia |
| 31 | Mango Tree Counseling & Consulting, LLC | 75 | 4.3★ (18) | In Philadelphia |
| 32 | Meredith R. Munro, LMFT | 75 | 4.6★ (11) | In Philadelphia |
| 33 | Space to Reflect, Therapy and Coaching | 75 | 5.0★ (7) | In Philadelphia |
| 34 | Erin Bahmer, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner | 75 | 5.0★ (7) | In Philadelphia |
| 35 | InAltum-USA (LLP) Emotional & Mental Health | 75 | 5.0★ (51) | In Philadelphia |
| 36 | Therapy for Women Center | 75 | 4.9★ (55) | In Philadelphia |
| 37 | Havn Therapy Collective | 74 | 5.0★ (5) | In Philadelphia |
| 38 | Peaceful Living Counseling Associates Inc. | 74 | 4.8★ (58) | In Philadelphia |
| 39 | SoundMind Center for Psychedelic Healing | 74 | 4.5★ (8) | In Philadelphia |
| 40 | Dumitrela Negru, Counselor | 74 | 4.8★ (5) | In Philadelphia |
| 41 | Bloomgarden, Ostroff & Associates | 74 | 4.2★ (10) | In Philadelphia |
| 42 | Horizon House Respite Inc | 74 | 4.8★ (5) | In Philadelphia |
| 43 | South Philly EMDR and Psychotherapy | 74 | 4.2★ (10) | In Philadelphia |
| 44 | PA Counseling Co-op | 74 | 4.2★ (5) | In Philadelphia |
| 45 | Council for Relationships | 74 | 4.2★ (5) | In Philadelphia |
| 46 | Amelie Yang Custer, LPC | 74 | 5.0★ (4) | In Philadelphia |
| 47 | BETTER HEALTH WELLNESS LLC | 74 | 4.0★ (10) | In Philadelphia |
| 48 | Joe Dowling, MS, LPC | 74 | 5.0★ (4) | In Philadelphia |
| 49 | Randolph Walters and Associates | 74 | 5.0★ (4) | In Philadelphia |
| 50 | ADHD Philadelphia | 74 | 4.9★ (36) | 5 mi |
Also serving Philadelphia
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.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alexis McCrohan, Counselor | 5.0★ (2) | In Philadelphia |
| Angela Kodokian, Counselor | 5.0★ (2) | In Philadelphia |
| Anxiety & OCD Treatment Center of Philadelphia | 5.0★ (2) | In Philadelphia |
| Betty C Rice | 1.0★ (2) | In Philadelphia |
| Child & Family Art Therapy Center | 5.0★ (2) | In Philadelphia |
| Diversified Psychological Resources - Dr. Robert L. Rider | 3.5★ (13) | In Philadelphia |
| Dr. Janet Hope Horwitz | 5.0★ (2) | In Philadelphia |
| Evan Kardon, LMFT | 5.0★ (2) | In Philadelphia |
| Fabi Mark MD | 4.5★ (8) | In Philadelphia |
| HARBOR | 4.0★ (4) | In Philadelphia |
| Marcy Caldwell, Psy.D. | 4.2★ (5) | In Philadelphia |
| Melanated Women's Health LLC | 5.0★ (2) | In Philadelphia |
| Nina Yashin Psychotherapy, Certified EMDR | 5.0★ (2) | In Philadelphia |
| Paula Bu, MD | 5.0★ (7) | In Philadelphia |
| PHL Therapy Collective | 5.0★ (2) | In Philadelphia |
| Prianka Sinha, Psychiatrist | 5.0★ (2) | In Philadelphia |
| RE:STORY Counseling Service LLC | 5.0★ (2) | In Philadelphia |
| Rittenhouse Women's Wellness Center | 3.4★ (199) | In Philadelphia |
| Robert F McFadden, MD | 5.0★ (21) | In Philadelphia |
| Tahir Maqsood, MD | 2.7★ (3) | In Philadelphia |
How we ranked Philadelphia therapists and counselors
We scored 876 Philadelphia 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Philadelphia data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Review volume | 5% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of Google reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availability | Measured |
| Specialty focus | 25% | How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 15% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
How to choose a therapist
- Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
- Make sure they regularly work with clients who have your concern, and ask what approach they use and why.
- Check which license they hold (for example LPC, LCSW, LMFT or RP) and look it up with the board or college that issued it.
- 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.
- Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
- 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 Philadelphia: frequently asked questions
Who is the best therapist in Philadelphia?
By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Philadelphia, PA is The Center for Growth / Therapy in Philadelphia with an RP Score of 79/100. It has 4.4★ from 145 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. The Center for Growth, Inc (#2) and Philadelphia Couples Therapy (#3) follow. We ranked 876 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many therapists and counselors are there in Philadelphia?
RankedPsychologists ranks 876 therapists and counselors serving Philadelphia, PA. 49 of them are based in Philadelphia; 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 Philadelphia work on weekends?
325 of 876 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 147 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are The Center for Growth / Therapy in Philadelphia (#1), The Center for Growth, Inc (#2) and Philadelphia Couples Therapy (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.
What Google rating do Philadelphia therapists and counselors have?
The median Google rating among 876 rated therapists and counselors in Philadelphia is 4.8★, with a median of 10 reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Philadelphia has the most, 309 reviews, and ranks #4. 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 Philadelphia count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia
- November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 876 therapists and counselors serving Philadelphia.
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