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Best Therapists And Counselors in Sault Ste. Marie, ON (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Sault Ste. Marie: Aline Wellness, RP Score 80/100; 5.0★ from 129 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 18

    Most-reviewed: Telemed Sault Ste. Marie, 23 Google reviews at 3.1★, the most of 25 ranked after Aline Wellness; ranked #18.

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

25 Sault Ste. Marie therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 8 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 25 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Sault Ste. Marie 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 Sault Ste. Marie at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Aline Wellness805.0★ (129)Sault Ste. MarieSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Innerglow Therapy: Natasha Rinaldi MA, RSW785.0★ (19)Sault Ste. Marie——
3Woodstar Counselling and Consulting775.0★ (9)Sault Ste. MarieSat · Sun · Evenings—
4Radiant Life Therapy765.0★ (6)Sault Ste. MarieSat · Sun · Evenings—
5Lighthouse Counselling and Therapy Services752.7★ (3)Sault Ste. Marie——
6David Castner, LPC755.0★ (6)Sault Ste. Marie, 2 km away——
7Karalash Counselling & Psychotherapy735.0★ (4)Sault Ste. MarieSat · Evenings—
8Mending Minds Counselling735.0★ (3)Sault Ste. MarieSat · Evenings—
9Allannah Reed Counselling735.0★ (3)Sault Ste. MarieSat · Evenings—
10K.Dool Social Work Professional Corporation715.0★ (9)Sault Ste. MarieEvenings—

The 25 best therapists and counselors in Sault Ste. Marie, 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 Sault Ste. Marie

    #1 Aline Wellness

    Based in Sault Ste. Marie

    80/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 129 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 129 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 10 AM–8 PM · Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri 9:30 AM–3 PM · Sat 9 AM–12:30 PM · Sun 9 AM–1 PM
    Address
    677 Queen St E, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2A6, Canada
    View profile for Aline Wellness(705) 949-0802

  4. #4 Radiant Life Therapy

    Based in Sault Ste. Marie

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    626 Queen St E, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2B3, Canada
    View profile for Radiant Life Therapy(705) 257-0363

  6. #6 David Castner, LPC

    Based in Sault Ste. Marie, 2 km away

    75/100RP Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    315 E Spruce St, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783
    View profile for David Castner, LPC

  8. #8 Mending Minds Counselling

    Based in Sault Ste. Marie

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 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–Thu 9 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    114 March St, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2Z3, Canada
    View profile for Mending Minds Counselling(705) 990-5551

  9. #9 Allannah Reed Counselling

    Based in Sault Ste. Marie

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “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–Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 5 PM–12 AM · Fri 12 AM–5 PM · Sat 12:45 PM–4:45 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    542 Queen St E, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2A1, Canada
    View profile for Allannah Reed Counselling(705) 945-8487

  12. #12 Back In Motion Physiotherapy, a Division of Spark Rehabilitation

    Based in Sault Ste. Marie

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    589 Second Line E, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6B 4K2, Canada
    View profile for Back In Motion Physiotherapy, a Division of Spark Rehabilitation(705) 253-2354

  13. #13 Angela Remondi Therapy

    Based in Sault Ste. Marie

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9:30 AM–6 PM · Thu–Fri 9:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    542 Queen St E, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2A1
    View profile for Angela Remondi Therapy(705) 945-8487

  15. #15 Algoma Family Services

    Based in Sault Ste. Marie

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    205 McNabb St, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6B 1Y3
    View profile for Algoma Family Services(705) 945-5050

  16. #16 MedSleep Sault Ste Marie Sleep Clinic (formerly Superior Sleep Centre)

    Based in Sault Ste. Marie

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 3.1★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.1★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    264 McNabb St, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6B 1Y6, Canada
    View profile for MedSleep Sault Ste Marie Sleep Clinic (formerly Superior Sleep Centre)(705) 254-3312

  18. #18 Telemed Sault Ste. Marie

    Based in Sault Ste. Marie

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 3.1★ from 23 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.1★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    150 Churchill Blvd Unit 15, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 3S2, Canada
    View profile for Telemed Sault Ste. Marie(705) 575-8318

  20. #20 Hiawatha Behavioral Health

    Based in Sault Ste. Marie, 8 km away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 2.8★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.8★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3865 S Mackinac Trail, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783
    View profile for Hiawatha Behavioral Health(906) 632-2805

  22. #22 Merrett's Pharmacy

    Based in Sault Ste. Marie

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, based in Sault Ste. Marie.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    314 Wellington St W, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 1J1
    View profile for Merrett's Pharmacy(705) 945-8465

  23. #23 Spark Rehabilitation Services

    Based in Sault Ste. Marie

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, based in Sault Ste. Marie.

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

    • 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    589 Second Line E, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6B 4K2
    View profile for Spark Rehabilitation Services(705) 253-2354

  24. #24 Unified Wellness

    Based in Sault Ste. Marie

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, based in Sault Ste. Marie.

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

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    644 Queen St E, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2A4, Canada
    View profile for Unified Wellness(705) 574-4325

Also serving Sault Ste. Marie

20 more therapists and counselors within 24 km 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 Sault Ste. Marie
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
A A Alcoholics Anonymous4.5★ (2)In Sault Ste. Marie
Addictions Treatment Clinic3.8★ (6)In Sault Ste. Marie
Anne Oconnor1.0★ (1)In Sault Ste. Marie
Armstrong Counselling & Psychotherapy5.0★ (1)In Sault Ste. Marie
Beverly A. Hann Psychology Professional Corporation3.7★ (3)In Sault Ste. Marie
Brad Garrison Counselling & PsychotherapyIn Sault Ste. Marie
Casey Burgess Psychotherapy5.0★ (1)In Sault Ste. Marie
Dr. A.M. Caruso5.0★ (2)In Sault Ste. Marie
Dr. Andrea Kohan, Psychologist5.0★ (2)In Sault Ste. Marie
Dr. Suzanne Popham, Psychologist5.0★ (1)In Sault Ste. Marie
Jordan Campeau Psychotherapy5.0★ (2)In Sault Ste. Marie
Keleher Gary Dr5.0★ (1)In Sault Ste. Marie
Motus Counselling Services5.0★ (2)In Sault Ste. Marie
Northshore Counselling Centre5.0★ (1)In Sault Ste. Marie
Northway Wellness Centre3.7★ (10)In Sault Ste. Marie
Recovery North3.3★ (6)In Sault Ste. Marie
Revive Psychological Services5.0★ (1)In Sault Ste. Marie
Road to Recovery Addiction Clinic5.0★ (15)In Sault Ste. Marie
Spinal Cord Injury Ontario4.0★ (1)In Sault Ste. Marie
The Grove Therapy Collective5.0★ (1)In Sault Ste. Marie

How we ranked Sault Ste. Marie therapists and counselors

We scored 25 Sault Ste. Marie 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 Sault Ste. Marie 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 Sault Ste. Marie: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Sault Ste. Marie?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Sault Ste. Marie, ON is Aline Wellness with an RP Score of 80/100. It has 5.0★ from 129 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Innerglow Therapy: Natasha Rinaldi MA, RSW (#2) and Woodstar Counselling and Consulting (#3) follow. We ranked 25 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Sault Ste. Marie?

RankedPsychologists ranks 25 therapists and counselors serving Sault Ste. Marie, ON. 21 of them are based in Sault Ste. Marie; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 24 km 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 Sault Ste. Marie work on weekends?

8 of 25 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Aline Wellness (#1), Woodstar Counselling and Consulting (#3) and Radiant Life Therapy (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Sault Ste. Marie therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 25 rated therapists and counselors in Sault Ste. Marie is 5.0★, with a median of 6 reviews. Aline Wellness has the most, 129 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 Sault Ste. Marie count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 24 km of the Sault Ste. Marie city centre, 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 Sault Ste. Marie 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 Sault Ste. Marie

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 25 therapists and counselors serving Sault Ste. Marie.

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