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Best Therapists And Counselors in Upper Grand Lagoon, FL (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Upper Grand Lagoon: Florida Springs Wellness and Recovery Center, RP Score 76/100; 4.4★ from 113 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 6

    Most-reviewed: Nation's Best Family Health Care, 361 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 51 ranked; ranked #6.

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

51 Upper Grand Lagoon therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 9 open Saturdays and 7 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.4★ across 51 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Upper Grand Lagoon 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 Upper Grand Lagoon at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Florida Springs Wellness and Recovery Center764.4★ (113)Panama City, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Hidle House723.3★ (19)Panama City, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Cornerstone Christian Counseling Center704.4★ (9)Panama City, 3 mi away——
4Dr. Sherry Taylor-Butler, LMHC, LLC705.0★ (9)Panama City, 5 mi awaySat · Sun—
5Mental Awakening Counseling695.0★ (3)Panama City Beach, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Nation's Best Family Health Care694.5★ (361)Panama City, 4 mi away—Most reviews
7Accolade Counseling683.5★ (8)Panama City, 5 mi away——
8Insight Counseling and Consulting Services674.4★ (14)Panama City, 5 mi awaySat · Evenings—
9New Leaf Counseling665.0★ (3)Upper Grand Lagoon——
10Renew Hypnosis and Counseling665.0★ (6)Lynn Haven, 7 mi awaySat · Sun—

The 51 best therapists and counselors in Upper Grand Lagoon, 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.

  2. #2 Hidle House

    Based in Panama City, 4 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.3★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2121 Lisenby Ave, Panama City, FL 32405
    View profile for Hidle House(850) 763-7102

  5. #5 Mental Awakening Counseling

    Based in Panama City Beach, 4 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 7 AM–4 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun 10 AM–7 PM
    Address
    5 Miracle Strip Loop Unit 8, Panama City Beach, FL 32407
    View profile for Mental Awakening Counseling(850) 235-8495

  7. #7 Accolade Counseling

    Based in Panama City, 5 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 3.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    801 Jenks Ave, Panama City, FL 32401
    View profile for Accolade Counseling(850) 640-1020

  8. #8 Insight Counseling and Consulting Services

    Based in Panama City, 5 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    700 23rd Street Plaza Ste F, Panama City, FL 32405
    View profile for Insight Counseling and Consulting Services(448) 217-4613

  9. #9 New Leaf Counseling

    Based in Upper Grand Lagoon

    66/100RP 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 9 AM–4 PM · Tue closed · Wed 9 AM–4 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for New Leaf Counseling(850) 361-8262

  10. #10 Renew Hypnosis and Counseling

    Based in Lynn Haven, 7 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 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 closed · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri closed · Sat 10 AM–1 PM · Sun 10 AM–2 PM
    Address
    1701 Tennessee Ave #200, Lynn Haven, FL 32444
    View profile for Renew Hypnosis and Counseling(850) 532-6406

  11. #11 SOLID ROCK SOLUTIONS LLC

    Based in Panama City, 3 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 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.

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2809 W 15th St Ste 101 & 102, Panama City, FL 32401
    View profile for SOLID ROCK SOLUTIONS LLC(850) 257-5661

  12. #12 Still Waters Psychiatric & Wellness Center

    Based in Panama City, 5 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.5★ from 48 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 48 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–10:30 AM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    949 Jenks Ave Ste 11, Panama City, FL 32401
    View profile for Still Waters Psychiatric & Wellness Center(850) 276-3751

  15. #15 Gulf Coast Autism Clinic

    Based in Panama City, 3 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.8★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.8★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2404 Ruth Hentz Ave Bldg B, Panama City, FL 32405
    View profile for Gulf Coast Autism Clinic(850) 628-1713

  17. #17 Focus on Behavior

    Based in Panama City, 4 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2211 St Andrews Blvd, Panama City, FL 32405
    View profile for Focus on Behavior(850) 818-0095

  18. #18 Bay Wellness Group

    Based in Panama City Beach, 6 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.6★ from 25 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    12135 Panama City Beach Pkwy, Panama City Beach, FL 32407
    View profile for Bay Wellness Group(850) 270-8341

  19. #19 Meaningful Life Counseling LLC

    Based in Panama City, 5 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 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–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    700 23rd Street Plaza Ste F, Panama City, FL 32405
    View profile for Meaningful Life Counseling LLC(850) 329-0770

  20. #20 Mindrest Psychiatry

    Based in Panama City, 5 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.6★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    105 Jazz Dr, Panama City, FL 32405
    View profile for Mindrest Psychiatry(850) 745-5111

  24. #24 Pratt Counseling Services, P. A.

    Based in Panama City, 4 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 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 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2410 Lisenby Ave, Panama City, FL 32405
    View profile for Pratt Counseling Services, P. A.

  25. #25 Still Waters Counseling and Consulting

    Based in Panama City, 5 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.8★ from 27 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.8★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 8 AM–12 PM · Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    949 Jenks Ave Suite 8, Panama City, FL 32404
    View profile for Still Waters Counseling and Consulting(850) 600-6767

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

therapists and counselors in Upper Grand Lagoon, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Recovery Bay Center634.6★ (70)4 mi
27Families First of Florida634.2★ (5)5 mi
28Hughley's Mental Health Services, LLC634.1★ (9)5 mi
29Finch Kenneth A PHD LMHC624.0★ (3)5 mi
30Healing HeART Therapy625.0★ (3)5 mi
31HER Table Collective625.0★ (4)5 mi
32Angel House Bereavement Center624.2★ (5)5 mi
33Ken Morris, M.S., P.A.624.2★ (5)5 mi
34Chrysalis Health622.6★ (19)5 mi
35A Peace of Mind Therapy, LLC ( Dr. Dale R. Heppe, LMHC)614.0★ (8)5 mi
36The Legacy House614.0★ (4)6 mi
37Healing Horizons614.3★ (6)5 mi
38Ted Randall, LMFT615.0★ (3)5 mi
39Berry Wellness Group, LLC Kristina N. Berry, LMHC614.6★ (9)7 mi
40SYNERGY HomeCare615.0★ (21)5 mi
41Beach Counseling and Diagnostics603.4★ (41)6 mi
42KLR Counseling Services, LLC605.0★ (3)7 mi
43Believe and Grow Therapy Center LLC605.0★ (4)7 mi
44Life Management Center592.6★ (120)5 mi
45Kelly C. David, LMHC585.0★ (6)2 mi
46All-N-One Therapy, Inc583.4★ (5)9 mi
47Catie Myers LMFT, LMHC574.1★ (13)9 mi
48Robbie S. Cutler, MS LMHC, NASM-CPT565.0★ (7)4 mi
49Lucidity Mental Health, LLC564.0★ (24)5 mi
50Therapy Junction554.3★ (6)5 mi

Also serving Upper Grand Lagoon

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 Upper Grand Lagoon
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Agape Wellness Neurofeedback5.0★ (2)5 mi
Bay Therapy Services5.0★ (2)5 mi
Bethesda by the SeaIn Upper Grand Lagoon
Brandy Haiman5.0★ (2)2 mi
Bright Life Therapy3.5★ (2)In Upper Grand Lagoon
Bright Life Therapy Panama City4.5★ (2)5 mi
C. Michelle Gawronski Counseling, LLC5.0★ (1)In Upper Grand Lagoon
C. Michelle Gawronski SolairaIn Upper Grand Lagoon
Chaplain Jill RodgersIn Upper Grand Lagoon
Denise N. Clubbs, LMHC3.0★ (2)3 mi
Dr. Cynthia Wilson5.0★ (2)4 mi
Florida Therapy Services Corporate Office1.0★ (2)5 mi
Heather Ramey, LCSWIn Upper Grand Lagoon
holistic torchIn Upper Grand Lagoon
Krysta Hinson, LMFTIn Upper Grand Lagoon
Marvel Estes1.0★ (2)5 mi
Monarch Sky TherapyIn Upper Grand Lagoon
Sunshine State life couch, counseling and TherapyIn Upper Grand Lagoon
Through The Mill Counseling, Inc.In Upper Grand Lagoon
WaveBreak Tech RescueIn Upper Grand Lagoon

How we ranked Upper Grand Lagoon therapists and counselors

We scored 51 Upper Grand Lagoon 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 Upper Grand Lagoon 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 Upper Grand Lagoon: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Upper Grand Lagoon?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Upper Grand Lagoon, FL is Florida Springs Wellness and Recovery Center with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.4★ from 113 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Hidle House (#2) and Cornerstone Christian Counseling Center (#3) follow. We ranked 51 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Upper Grand Lagoon?

RankedPsychologists ranks 51 therapists and counselors serving Upper Grand Lagoon, FL. 1 of them is based in Upper Grand Lagoon; 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 Upper Grand Lagoon work on weekends?

9 of 51 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 7 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Florida Springs Wellness and Recovery Center (#1), Hidle House (#2) and Dr. Sherry Taylor-Butler, LMHC, LLC (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Upper Grand Lagoon therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 51 rated therapists and counselors in Upper Grand Lagoon is 4.4★, with a median of 8 reviews. Nation's Best Family Health Care has the most, 361 reviews, and ranks #6. 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 Upper Grand Lagoon count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Upper Grand Lagoon 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 Upper Grand Lagoon 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 Upper Grand Lagoon

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 51 therapists and counselors serving Upper Grand Lagoon.

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