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Best Therapists And Counselors in Portsmouth, NH (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Portsmouth: Mental Health and Addiction Treatment at Baypoint Health, RP Score 78/100; 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 33

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Dover, 370 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 62 ranked; ranked #33.

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

62 Portsmouth therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 8 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 62 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Mental Health and Addiction Treatment at Baypoint Health784.4★ (14)PortsmouthSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Portsmouth Exeter Mental Health754.0★ (4)Portsmouth——
3Tradeport Counseling Associates753.7★ (6)Portsmouth——
4Insights Group745.0★ (22)PortsmouthSat · Evenings—
5Andrea Parsons Psychotherapy743.7★ (3)Portsmouth——
6Estes Gretchen L742.7★ (3)Portsmouth——
7Behavioral Health Unit732.5★ (16)Portsmouth——
8LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Portsmouth734.9★ (87)Portsmouth——
9LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Portsmouth734.7★ (105)Portsmouth——
10Olde Port Counseling, PLLC725.0★ (4)PortsmouthSat · Evenings—

The 62 best therapists and counselors in Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth

    #1 Mental Health and Addiction Treatment at Baypoint Health

    Based in Portsmouth

    78/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    30 International Dr #101, Portsmouth, NH 03801
    View profile for Mental Health and Addiction Treatment at Baypoint Health(603) 255-8587

  4. #4 Insights Group

    Based in Portsmouth

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1245 Washington Rd, Rye, NH 03870
    View profile for Insights Group(603) 380-6704

  6. #6 Estes Gretchen L

    Based in Portsmouth

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 2.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    1039 Islington St Ste 13, Portsmouth, NH 03801
    View profile for Estes Gretchen L(603) 431-6703

  7. #7 Behavioral Health Unit

    Based in Portsmouth

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 2.5★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.5★ from 16 Google reviews
    Address
    333 Borthwick Ave, Portsmouth, NH 03801
    View profile for Behavioral Health Unit(603) 436-5110

  9. #9 LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Portsmouth

    Based in Portsmouth

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.7★ from 105 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 105 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    539 Islington St Suite 4, Portsmouth, NH 03801
    View profile for LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Portsmouth(603) 427-6565

  10. #10 Olde Port Counseling, PLLC

    Based in Portsmouth

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    406 The Hill, Portsmouth, NH 03801
    View profile for Olde Port Counseling, PLLC(603) 531-8811

  11. #11 Richard Tomb, Psychiatrist

    Based in Portsmouth

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 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.

    • 4.9★ from 43 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    414 State Street Ste 2, Portsmouth, NH 03801
    View profile for Richard Tomb, Psychiatrist(603) 689-7890

  12. #12 George Nowak, Psychiatrist

    Based in Portsmouth

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.8★ from 42 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 42 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    539 Islington St Suite 4, Portsmouth, NH 03801
    View profile for George Nowak, Psychiatrist(603) 427-6565

  13. #13 Ellie Mental Health

    Based in Portsmouth

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–8 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    501 Islington St Ste 2D, Portsmouth, NH 03801
    View profile for Ellie Mental Health(603) 288-1254

  14. #14 Maria Bick, Counselor

    Based in Portsmouth

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.8★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    100 Eileen Dondero Foley Ave Ste 302, Portsmouth, NH 03801
    View profile for Maria Bick, Counselor(603) 427-6868

  15. #15 Tristram Dashti-Gibson, Counselor

    Based in Portsmouth

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.7★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    539 Islington St Suite 4, Portsmouth, NH 03801
    View profile for Tristram Dashti-Gibson, Counselor(603) 427-6565

  18. #18 Dawna Conversano, Counselor

    Based in Portsmouth

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    539 Islington St Suite 4, Portsmouth, NH 03801
    View profile for Dawna Conversano, Counselor(603) 427-6565

  19. #19 Maura Fine, Counselor

    Based in Portsmouth

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    539 Islington St Suite 4, Portsmouth, NH 03801
    View profile for Maura Fine, Counselor(603) 427-6565

  21. #21 Life Management for Adults

    Based in Portsmouth

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    20 Ladd St #411, Portsmouth, NH 03801
    View profile for Life Management for Adults(603) 205-2953

  23. #23 Seacoast Mental Health Center

    Based in Portsmouth

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 2.9★ from 35 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.9★ from 35 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1145 Sagamore Ave, Portsmouth, NH 03801
    View profile for Seacoast Mental Health Center(603) 431-6703

  24. #24 Addiction Recovery Services

    Based in Durham, 5 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1 Bayside Rd Ste. 205, Greenland, NH 03840
    View profile for Addiction Recovery Services(978) 965-3761

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

therapists and counselors in Portsmouth, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Paul E. Spack, Masters644.1★ (9)9 mi
27Begin Anew Counseling644.0★ (4)9 mi
28Craig Hadley, Strafford Counseling635.0★ (5)10 mi
29R.I.S.E. Integrated Mental Health634.2★ (29)7 mi
30A Peaceful Woman635.0★ (12)12 mi
31Chestnut Hill Counseling Associates: Savage-Reeder Lucia624.0★ (3)10 mi
32Northeast Evaluation Spec622.3★ (3)10 mi
33LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Dover624.4★ (370)10 mi
34Skymind Therapy605.0★ (3)10 mi
35David Schmidt, Psychiatrist604.5★ (62)10 mi
36Richard Naimark, Psychiatrist604.5★ (63)10 mi
37Lotus Wellness Mental Health Practice LLC605.0★ (5)11 mi
38The Sonatina Center for Creative Arts Therapy595.0★ (10)11 mi
39Kristen Lawlor, Counselor595.0★ (8)10 mi
40Sylvia Bradd, Counselor594.5★ (12)10 mi
41Young Spirit Yoga Spa & Studio/New Age Store593.7★ (3)10 mi
42Charles Farrell, Counselor594.9★ (7)10 mi
43Dean Pratt, Therapy Clinician585.0★ (3)10 mi
44Hannah Noel, Counselor585.0★ (3)10 mi
45Great Bay Mental Health573.8★ (9)11 mi
46Lisa Roseberry, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner574.7★ (16)In Portsmouth
47PMC Medical Group, LLC571.6★ (7)14 mi
48UNH Wellness Center562.9★ (47)10 mi
49Tressa Ryan Counseling563.7★ (3)11 mi
50Awaken Journey Counseling564.5★ (6)12 mi

Also serving Portsmouth

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 Portsmouth
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
ABA Centers of America5.0★ (1)In Portsmouth
Dr Teresa Johnson PLLC5.0★ (2)In Portsmouth
Dr. Christopher Griffith5.0★ (1)In Portsmouth
Elizabeth Antalek, MA, LICSW5.0★ (1)In Portsmouth
free & connected5.0★ (2)In Portsmouth
Gregory Lennox, Counselor5.0★ (2)In Portsmouth
Hanna Wassfy M MD5.0★ (3)In Portsmouth
Jeanette "Gi" Indoccio, Counselor5.0★ (2)In Portsmouth
Lisa Lawry, Counselor5.0★ (2)In Portsmouth
Meghan Harford, Counselor5.0★ (2)In Portsmouth
Mending Minds Counseling LLC5.0★ (1)In Portsmouth
Portsmouth Neuropsychology Center5.0★ (10)In Portsmouth
Portsmouth Psychiatric Associates1.0★ (1)In Portsmouth
Schopick David J MD4.7★ (127)In Portsmouth
Seacoast Pathways5.0★ (2)In Portsmouth
Stephanie Anghel, MA5.0★ (1)In Portsmouth
Tammy Nicholson, Counselor5.0★ (2)In Portsmouth
Wendy Quinn, PsyD3.0★ (2)In Portsmouth
Wheeler Candace C4.0★ (1)In Portsmouth
Your Time Psychotherapy5.0★ (2)In Portsmouth

How we ranked Portsmouth therapists and counselors

We scored 62 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Portsmouth?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Portsmouth, NH is Mental Health and Addiction Treatment at Baypoint Health with an RP Score of 78/100. It has 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Portsmouth Exeter Mental Health (#2) and Tradeport Counseling Associates (#3) follow. We ranked 62 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Portsmouth?

RankedPsychologists ranks 62 therapists and counselors serving Portsmouth, NH. 24 of them are based in Portsmouth; 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 Portsmouth work on weekends?

8 of 62 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Mental Health and Addiction Treatment at Baypoint Health (#1), Insights Group (#4) and Olde Port Counseling, PLLC (#10). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Portsmouth therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 62 rated therapists and counselors in Portsmouth is 4.5★, with a median of 7 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Dover has the most, 370 reviews, and ranks #33. 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 Portsmouth count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 62 therapists and counselors serving Portsmouth.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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