78/100RP Score
Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.5★ from 11 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Best Therapists And Counselors in St. Catharines, ON (2026)
104 therapists and counselors ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in St. Catharines: Safe Beds Niagara, RP Score 78/100; 3.5★ from 11 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 34
Most-reviewed: Twelve Mile Recovery, 130 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 104 ranked; ranked #34.
Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
104 St. Catharines therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 40 open Saturdays and 18 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 104 rated practices.
Top 10 therapists and counselors in St. Catharines 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 | Safe Beds Niagara | 78 | 3.5★ (11) | St. Catharines | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | Nova Phoenix Counselling Services - St. Catharines | 77 | 4.5★ (31) | St. Catharines | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Clarity in Connection Counselling | 77 | 5.0★ (10) | St. Catharines | — | — |
| 4 | Mosaic Psychotherapy Collective | 77 | 5.0★ (9) | St. Catharines | — | — |
| 5 | Sherry Campbell Group, Registered Psychotherapist, Counselling, Coaching, Corporate Workshops and Professional Speaker | 77 | 4.8★ (12) | St. Catharines | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Sarah Hope Counselling | 76 | 5.0★ (6) | St. Catharines | Sat · Sun | — |
| 7 | ALEXANDRA BROWN THERAPY | 76 | 5.0★ (4) | St. Catharines | — | — |
| 8 | Speech Associates - Speech Therapy St. Catharines Home Service | 76 | 5.0★ (4) | St. Catharines | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 9 | M&M Counselling | 76 | 4.3★ (6) | St. Catharines | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 10 | Renewal Christian Counselling | 76 | 4.4★ (5) | St. Catharines | — | — |
The 104 best therapists and counselors in St. Catharines, 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 St. Catharines
77/100RP ScoreRanked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.5★ from 31 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in St. Catharines
77/100RP ScoreRanked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in St. Catharines
77/100RP ScoreRanked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in St. Catharines
77/100RP ScoreRanked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.8★ from 12 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in St. Catharines
76/100RP ScoreRanked #6 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.
Based in St. Catharines
76/100RP ScoreRanked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in St. Catharines
76/100RP ScoreRanked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in St. Catharines
76/100RP ScoreRanked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in St. Catharines
76/100RP ScoreRanked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.4★ from 5 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in St. Catharines
76/100RP ScoreRanked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in St. Catharines
76/100RP ScoreRanked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in St. Catharines
76/100RP ScoreRanked #13 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.
Based in St. Catharines
75/100RP ScoreRanked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in St. Catharines
75/100RP ScoreRanked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 3.3★ from 7 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in St. Catharines
75/100RP ScoreRanked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.3★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in St. Catharines
75/100RP ScoreRanked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in St. Catharines
75/100RP ScoreRanked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#19 The Play Clinic
Based in St. Catharines
74/100RP ScoreRanked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.3★ from 33 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in St. Catharines
74/100RP ScoreRanked #20 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.
#21 Berg Counselling
Based in St. Catharines
74/100RP ScoreRanked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in St. Catharines
74/100RP ScoreRanked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in St. Catharines
73/100RP ScoreRanked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.5★ from 6 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in St. Catharines
73/100RP ScoreRanked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.9★ from 11 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in St. Catharines
73/100RP ScoreRanked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 3.5★ from 8 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 104 ranked therapists and counselors here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving St. Catharines
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.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Abma Counselling Services in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls | 3.0★ (2) | In St. Catharines |
| Affinity Wellness Counselling | 5.0★ (2) | In St. Catharines |
| Better Days Clinic | 5.0★ (9) | In St. Catharines |
| Bradley-Jane & Associates | 5.0★ (1) | In St. Catharines |
| CBT Niagara | 4.3★ (6) | In St. Catharines |
| Community Addiction Services of Niagara | 3.7★ (13) | In St. Catharines |
| Custom Counselling Therapy | 5.0★ (2) | In St. Catharines |
| Fresh Start Clinic | 4.8★ (22) | In St. Catharines |
| Grounding Balance Wellness and Psychotherapy | 5.0★ (2) | In St. Catharines |
| Helena Rocca, RP | 5.0★ (2) | In St. Catharines |
| Linda Jeffries Counselling | 5.0★ (1) | In St. Catharines |
| Lynn Baxter and Associates Psychotherapy | 5.0★ (2) | In St. Catharines |
| NIAGARA HEALTH AND WELLNESS | 3.4★ (16) | In St. Catharines |
| Out & About and RAAM Clinic | 4.6★ (10) | In St. Catharines |
| Positive Living Niagara | 4.5★ (49) | In St. Catharines |
| ProActive Centre Health & Fitness | 5.0★ (303) | In St. Catharines |
| Susan Chudzik-Sipos | 4.2★ (5) | In St. Catharines |
| Suzanne Johnston | 2.5★ (2) | In St. Catharines |
| The Niagara Centre for Healing and Recovery | 5.0★ (2) | In St. Catharines |
| Venema Family Counselling | 5.0★ (2) | In St. Catharines |
How we ranked St. Catharines therapists and counselors
We scored 104 St. Catharines 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 12, 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 St. Catharines 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 St. Catharines: frequently asked questions
Who is the best therapist in St. Catharines?
By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in St. Catharines, ON is Safe Beds Niagara with an RP Score of 78/100. It has 3.5★ from 11 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Nova Phoenix Counselling Services - St. Catharines (#2) and Clarity in Connection Counselling (#3) follow. We ranked 104 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 12, 2026.
How many therapists and counselors are there in St. Catharines?
RankedPsychologists ranks 104 therapists and counselors serving St. Catharines, ON. 48 of them are based in St. Catharines; 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 St. Catharines work on weekends?
40 of 104 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 18 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Safe Beds Niagara (#1), Nova Phoenix Counselling Services - St. Catharines (#2) and Sherry Campbell Group, Registered Psychotherapist, Counselling, Coaching, Corporate Workshops and Professional Speaker (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.
What Google rating do St. Catharines therapists and counselors have?
The median Google rating among 104 rated therapists and counselors in St. Catharines is 4.8★, with a median of 9 reviews. Twelve Mile Recovery has the most, 130 reviews, and ranks #34. 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 St. Catharines count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 24 km of the St. Catharines 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 St. Catharines 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 St. Catharines
- November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 104 therapists and counselors serving St. Catharines.
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