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Best Therapists And Counselors in South El Monte, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in South El Monte: Clear Behavioral Health - Mental Health Services in El Monte, RP Score 80/100; 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 19

    Most-reviewed: Ortega Counseling Center, 631 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 791 ranked; ranked #19.

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

791 South El Monte therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 286 open Saturdays and 119 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 791 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in South El Monte 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 South El Monte at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Clear Behavioral Health - Mental Health Services in El Monte805.0★ (30)South El MonteSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Solace Treatment Center754.5★ (161)Whittier, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Heartship Psychological Services, PC745.0★ (33)San Marino, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Mountain View Care Center735.0★ (5)El Monte, 1 mi away——
5Reasons Eating Disorder (BHC Alhambra)733.4★ (76)Rosemead, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Prado Center734.4★ (38)Monterey Park, 6 mi awaySat · Sun—
7Centro Espiritual Guru Ancestral714.9★ (35)Los Angeles, 8 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Perez Behavior Solutions715.0★ (8)El Monte, 1 mi awaySat—
9The Couples Therapy & Reunification Counseling – Montebello714.9★ (84)Montebello, 4 mi awaySat—
10Acacia Counseling712.8★ (20)El Monte, 2 mi away——

The 791 best therapists and counselors in South El Monte, 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 South El Monte

    Based in South El Monte

    80/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    10942 Klingerman St Unit A, South El Monte, CA 91733
  2. Based in Whittier, 5 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.5★ from 161 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 161 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    13027 Hadley St, Whittier, CA 90601
  3. Based in El Monte, 1 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    2622 Mountain View Rd, El Monte, CA 91732
  4. Based in Monterey Park, 6 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.4★ from 38 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–6 PM · Fri closed · Sat–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2211 S Atlantic Blvd, Monterey Park, CA 91754
  5. Based in El Monte, 1 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 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.

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    9650 Telstar Ave Unit A #103, El Monte, CA 91731
  6. 71/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.9★ from 84 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 84 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    615 W Beverly Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640
  7. Based in El Monte, 2 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 2.8★ from 20 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.8★ from 20 Google reviews
    Address
    10507 Valley Blvd, El Monte, CA 91731
  8. Based in El Monte, 2 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.0★ from 22 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–7 PM · Sat 7:30 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    11001 Main St, El Monte, CA 91731
  9. Based in Commerce, 7 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.2★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    6323 Zindell Ave, Commerce, CA 90040
  10. Based in Monrovia, 7 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 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 6 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 12 PM–5 PM
    Address
    517 S Ivy Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
  11. Based in Avocado Heights, 3 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 2.9★ from 21 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.9★ from 21 Google reviews
    Address
    13200 Crossroads Pkwy N Bldg 300, City of Industry, CA 91746
  12. 70/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 37 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 37 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    769 N Orange Grove Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91103
  13. Based in Pasadena, 8 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    50 N Hill Ave Ste 202, Pasadena, CA 91106
  14. Based in Pasadena, 8 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    200 E Del Mar Blvd Ste 104, Pasadena, CA 91105
  15. Based in Baldwin Park, 4 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 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
    13177 Ramona Blvd, Baldwin Park, CA 91706
  16. Based in Whittier, 5 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.9★ from 631 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 631 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    6726 Milton Ave, Whittier, CA 90601
  17. Based in Whittier, 5 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.8★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    13203 Hadley St Ste 203, Whittier, CA 90601
  18. Based in Whittier, 5 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 12 PM–4 PM · Fri closed · Sat 12 PM–6 PM · Sun 12 PM–4 PM
    Address
    6503 Greenleaf Ave c, Whittier, CA 90601
  19. Based in Pico Rivera, 4 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 2.6★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.6★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    9101 Whittier Blvd, Pico Rivera, CA 90660
  20. Based in Arcadia, 6 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 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–Tue 9 AM–8 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    150 N Santa Anita Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006

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

therapists and counselors in South El Monte, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Semillas Individual and Couples Therapy695.0★ (72)6 mi
27Family Church Counseling Center694.8★ (14)6 mi
28Kelley Holtom & Associates694.0★ (4)5 mi
29NARCOTICS PREVENTION ASSOCIATION684.3★ (26)7 mi
30Penn Mar Therapeutic Center682.1★ (14)3 mi
31The Gooden Center683.8★ (39)9 mi
32Earthing Mental Health Counseling Clinic685.0★ (14)5 mi
33Freedom Marriage and Family Program685.0★ (10)5 mi
34Aspire Counseling Group685.0★ (30)6 mi
35MENA Counseling Services685.0★ (3)6 mi
36HillsidesCares684.0★ (4)9 mi
37Eye Of The Storm684.5★ (8)7 mi
38Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry La Habra674.6★ (70)9 mi
39Maple Leaf Counseling675.0★ (4)7 mi
40Marez & Associates674.6★ (8)6 mi
41Department of State Hospitals-Metropolitan673.5★ (47)9 mi
42Los Angeles Group Therapy675.0★ (3)9 mi
43Downey Wholistic Center674.8★ (23)8 mi
44Walden House674.2★ (14)2 mi
45Enki El Monte674.1★ (9)2 mi
46Therapy on Fig - Los Angeles In Person & Virtual Therapy674.9★ (34)9 mi
47Maryvale674.3★ (59)3 mi
48Wings of the Future, NFP674.9★ (65)7 mi
49In-Home, Parenting & Behavioral Therapy for Family | Arcadia, CA675.0★ (3)7 mi
50Kelsey Milano Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #150222675.0★ (5)7 mi

Also serving South El Monte

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 South El Monte therapists and counselors

We scored 791 South El Monte 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 South El Monte 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 South El Monte: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in South El Monte?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in South El Monte, CA is Clear Behavioral Health - Mental Health Services in El Monte with an RP Score of 80/100. It has 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Solace Treatment Center (#2) and Heartship Psychological Services, PC (#3) follow. We ranked 791 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in South El Monte?

RankedPsychologists ranks 791 therapists and counselors serving South El Monte, CA. 1 of them is based in South El Monte; 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 South El Monte work on weekends?

286 of 791 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 119 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Clear Behavioral Health - Mental Health Services in El Monte (#1), Solace Treatment Center (#2) and Heartship Psychological Services, PC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do South El Monte therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 791 rated therapists and counselors in South El Monte is 4.8★, with a median of 8 reviews. Ortega Counseling Center has the most, 631 reviews, and ranks #19. 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 South El Monte count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the South El Monte 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 South El Monte 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 South El Monte

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 791 therapists and counselors serving South El Monte.
  2. November 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.