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Best Therapists And Counselors in Ridge, NY (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Ridge: Nao Medical - Mental Health, RP Score 79/100; 4.9★ from 103 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 48

    Most-reviewed: Be You Psychotherapy PLLC, Cl. Director Demi Kostouros, Couples Therapy, 72 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 162 ranked after Nao Medical - Mental Health; ranked #48.

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

162 Ridge therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 76 open Saturdays and 35 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 162 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Ridge 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 Ridge at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Nao Medical - Mental Health794.9★ (103)Mineola, 1 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Long Island Mental Health Counseling services744.8★ (40)Coram, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Funn Mental Health Counseling745.0★ (8)Manorville, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Marcellus Wellness and Addiction725.0★ (11)North Valley Stream, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Kenny's Place725.0★ (7)Shirley, 4 mi away——
6Mind Over Matter Psychiatry714.1★ (13)Coram, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Equine Assisted Counseling & Wellness, with Danielle Lanteri705.0★ (3)Middle Island, 4 mi away——
8Childhood Anxiety Solutions705.0★ (5)Miller Place, 6 mi awaySat · Evenings—
9Lightpath Counseling Group695.0★ (27)Coram, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10New Beginnings Community Center694.5★ (8)Medford, 7 mi awaySat · Sun—

The 162 best therapists and counselors in Ridge, 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. Based in Shirley, 4 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    565 Puritan Dr, Shirley, NY 11967
  2. Based in Miller Place, 6 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 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 closed · Tue–Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 12 AM–12 AM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–1:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    185 Miller Place Rd, Miller Place, NY 11764
  3. Based in Coram, 9 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 7 AM–10 PM
    Address
    710 Main St, Port Jefferson, NY 11777
  4. 68/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.7★ from 31 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–4 PM
    Address
    640 Belle Terre Rd Bldg d, Port Jefferson, NY 11777
  5. 68/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.2★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.2★ from 13 Google reviews
    Address
    2450 N Wading River Rd, Wading River, NY 11792
  6. Based in Medford, 6 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 3.7★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 11 Google reviews
    Address
    3239 NY-112 B, Medford, NY 11763
  7. Based in Terrace Heights, 4 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 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–Fri 12 AM–12 AM · Sat–Sun closed
  8. Based in Great Neck, 6 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 1 PM–7:30 PM · Wed–Thu 11 AM–9 PM · Fri–Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–4 PM
  9. Based in Coram, 6 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    1 Barone Dr, Coram, NY 11727
  10. Based in Miller Place, 6 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 8:30 AM–1:30 PM · Wed–Thu 8:30 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat 8:15 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    555 NY-25A, Miller Place, NY 11764
  11. Based in Coram, 10 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
    Address
    407 E Main St #8, Port Jefferson, NY 11777
  12. Based in Centereach, 10 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 7 AM–1 PM
    Address
    13 Technology Dr, Setauket- East Setauket, NY 11733
  13. Based in Coram, 9 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 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.

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 7 AM–10 PM
    Address
    646 Main St #201, Port Jefferson, NY 11777

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

therapists and counselors in Ridge, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Clover Care Counseling & Wellness675.0★ (8)6 mi
27Alfieri Counseling Services675.0★ (14)4 mi
28Alexandria Baxter, LCSW, PMH-C675.0★ (7)6 mi
29Lightpath Counseling Group665.0★ (9)9 mi
30Gabrielle Ibraham Therapeutic Services665.0★ (6)4 mi
31Branch Lane Psychotherapy665.0★ (8)10 mi
32Phoenix Psychotherapy664.8★ (17)5 mi
33Steve B. Hauptman, LCSW663.7★ (6)8 mi
34Changing Seasons Counseling LCSW pllc654.3★ (4)9 mi
35Dr. Mary T. Marino, Ph.D. Christian Counseling Psychology655.0★ (30)11 mi
36Positive Minds Therapy654.7★ (14)11 mi
37Clinical Care Solutions, Psychiatry Suffolk653.0★ (7)6 mi
38Without Judgment Therapy Group, PLLC655.0★ (8)8 mi
39Turning Point Marriage and Family Therapy, P.C.654.2★ (5)10 mi
40Compassionate Talk Therapy LCSW PLLC655.0★ (19)9 mi
41Wholistic Counseling PC655.0★ (7)11 mi
42Root & Rise Clinical Specialists644.9★ (24)10 mi
43Erena DiGonis, LCSW-R645.0★ (6)10 mi
44Long Island Therapy645.0★ (4)10 mi
45Suffolk DBT- Long Island644.4★ (47)8 mi
46Hilary Kopple645.0★ (3)5 mi
47Lighthouse Integrative Counseling Services643.5★ (11)8 mi
48Be You Psychotherapy PLLC, Cl. Director Demi Kostouros, Couples Therapy645.0★ (72)13 mi
49Long Island Behavioral Health644.4★ (13)12 mi
50Community Counseling and LCSW Services PC.643.5★ (25)9 mi

Also serving Ridge

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.

How we ranked Ridge therapists and counselors

We scored 162 Ridge 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 Ridge 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 Ridge: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Ridge?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Ridge, NY is Nao Medical - Mental Health with an RP Score of 79/100. It has 4.9★ from 103 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Long Island Mental Health Counseling services (#2) and Funn Mental Health Counseling (#3) follow. We ranked 162 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Ridge?

RankedPsychologists ranks 162 therapists and counselors serving Ridge, NY. 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 Ridge work on weekends?

76 of 162 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 35 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Nao Medical - Mental Health (#1), Long Island Mental Health Counseling services (#2) and Funn Mental Health Counseling (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Ridge therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 162 rated therapists and counselors in Ridge is 5.0★, with a median of 8 reviews. Nao Medical - Mental Health has the most, 103 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 Ridge count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 162 therapists and counselors serving Ridge.