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Best Therapists And Counselors in Winston-Salem, NC (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Winston-Salem: Triad Mental Health Partners, RP Score 78/100; 4.8★ from 27 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 10

    Most-reviewed: Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services, 935 Google reviews at 2.9★, the most of 150 ranked; ranked #10.

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

150 Winston-Salem therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 24 open Saturdays and 14 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.4★ across 150 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Triad Mental Health Partners784.8★ (27)Winston-SalemSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Winston-Salem774.4★ (230)Winston-SalemSat · Sun · Evenings—
3Community Intervention & Educational Services764.6★ (72)Winston-SalemSat · Sun · Evenings—
4Daymark Recovery Services - BHUC Forsyth763.4★ (9)Winston-SalemSat · Sun · Evenings—
5Amos Cottage754.3★ (47)Winston-Salem——
6One Medical Primary Care Clinic - Winston-Salem744.5★ (17)Winston-Salem——
7Peace Love and Therapy Winston Salem PLLC745.0★ (13)Winston-SalemSat · Sun · Evenings—
8Voice for Children and Nurturing Families744.1★ (13)Winston-SalemSat · Sun · Evenings—
9Wings of Change of Forsyth745.0★ (6)Winston-Salem——
10Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services742.9★ (935)Winston-SalemSat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews

The 150 best therapists and counselors in Winston-Salem, 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 Winston-Salem

    #1 Triad Mental Health Partners

    Based in Winston-Salem

    78/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.8★ from 27 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    102 W 3rd St 10th floor, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
    View profile for Triad Mental Health Partners(336) 970-6360

  3. #3 Community Intervention & Educational Services

    Based in Winston-Salem

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.6★ from 72 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 72 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–3 PM · Thu 9 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun 11 AM–4 PM
    Address
    Hybrid, 1225 E 5th St #100, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
    View profile for Community Intervention & Educational Services(336) 776-0322

  5. #5 Amos Cottage

    Based in Winston-Salem

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.3★ from 47 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 47 Google reviews
    Address
    3325 Silas Creek Pkwy, Winston-Salem, NC 27103
    View profile for Amos Cottage(336) 716-9253

  11. #11 Cheyenne Carter PhD

    Based in Winston-Salem

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    3000 Bethesda Pl #301, Winston-Salem, NC 27103
    View profile for Cheyenne Carter PhD(336) 501-8044

  13. #13 Knew Era Consulting Pllc

    Based in Winston-Salem

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    1922 S Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27107
    View profile for Knew Era Consulting Pllc(336) 203-8716

  15. #15 Donna Hampton Counseling

    Based in Winston-Salem

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    1304 Westgate Center Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27103
    View profile for Donna Hampton Counseling(336) 749-2952

  17. #17 Michael N. Hayes, LPC

    Based in Winston-Salem

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    4142 Robinhood Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27106
    View profile for Michael N. Hayes, LPC(336) 924-3801

  19. #19 Apogee Behavioral Medicine - Winston-Salem

    Based in Winston-Salem

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.6★ from 248 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 248 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    370 Knollwood St Ste 301, Winston-Salem, NC 27103
    View profile for Apogee Behavioral Medicine - Winston-Salem(336) 252-4440

  22. #22 Valera Counseling Services

    Based in Winston-Salem

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.3★ from 24 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3333 Brookview Hills Blvd Ste 205, Winston-Salem, NC 27103
    View profile for Valera Counseling Services(336) 261-6440

  24. #24 Forsyth Family Counseling, PLLC

    Based in Winston-Salem

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.4★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    860 W 5th St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
    View profile for Forsyth Family Counseling, PLLC(336) 355-8244

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

therapists and counselors in Winston-Salem, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Mood Treatment Center Polo Rd714.3★ (337)In Winston-Salem
27Kairos Medical Consulting714.7★ (109)In Winston-Salem
28HOPE Counseling & Consulting Services, Inc713.9★ (18)In Winston-Salem
29Banyan Tree Counseling & Wellness713.8★ (9)In Winston-Salem
30Winston-Salem Comprehensive Treatment Center713.9★ (101)In Winston-Salem
31Hampton Counseling and Family Services705.0★ (3)In Winston-Salem
32Banyan Tree Counseling & Wellness704.5★ (55)In Winston-Salem
33Daymark Recovery Services - Forsyth Outpatient Center704.1★ (243)In Winston-Salem
34ABS Kids ABA Therapy Center704.5★ (33)In Winston-Salem
35Advanced Psychiatric Associates704.4★ (56)In Winston-Salem
36Insight Human Services704.3★ (59)In Winston-Salem
37Paul Flores MSW LCSW PC703.7★ (6)In Winston-Salem
38A Brighter Mind, PLLC695.0★ (22)In Winston-Salem
39A Restored Mind, PLLC695.0★ (24)In Winston-Salem
40Pediatric Advanced Therapy Winston-Salem694.2★ (51)In Winston-Salem
41Trinity Christian Counseling692.8★ (23)In Winston-Salem
42Creative Counseling and Wellness Center694.6★ (26)In Winston-Salem
43New Life Counseling Center, PLLC694.5★ (20)In Winston-Salem
44Keren Williams, LCMHC694.8★ (13)In Winston-Salem
45Linda Kinley, LCSW694.9★ (12)In Winston-Salem
46Divinity Wellness Center PLLC695.0★ (14)In Winston-Salem
47Camel City Counseling684.2★ (27)In Winston-Salem
48MentalRest™ Counseling & Education685.0★ (7)In Winston-Salem
49Twin City Counseling684.6★ (19)In Winston-Salem
50Greenbrook Mental Wellness Centers683.8★ (10)In Winston-Salem

Also serving Winston-Salem

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 Winston-Salem
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist CareNet - Winston-Salem4.9★ (8)In Winston-Salem
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist MHS - Jonestown Road4.4★ (101)In Winston-Salem
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Neuropsychology - Medical Plaza Miller5.0★ (5)In Winston-Salem
Behavioral Health Plaza5.0★ (2)In Winston-Salem
Body in Mind Nutrition Counseling5.0★ (13)In Winston-Salem
Certus Psychiatry & Integrated Care4.7★ (558)In Winston-Salem
David S Bathory, PsyD3.0★ (2)In Winston-Salem
Dr. Rebecca S. Valla, MD4.0★ (4)In Winston-Salem
Enlightened Minds, PLLC - Julie Gleim, MS, LCMHC. Mental Health Counseling.5.0★ (2)In Winston-Salem
Flourish Counseling and Consulting5.0★ (2)In Winston-Salem
George C. Hage, EdD4.5★ (2)In Winston-Salem
Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center2.5★ (2)In Winston-Salem
Inner Atlas Counseling5.0★ (2)In Winston-Salem
Jeffrey B. Feldman, PHD4.0★ (4)In Winston-Salem
Kate Washburn Counseling, PLLC5.0★ (2)In Winston-Salem
Lavender House Counseling5.0★ (2)In Winston-Salem
Lotus Wisdom Counseling Services, PLLC5.0★ (2)In Winston-Salem
Tides Counseling and Wellness, PLLC W-S Office5.0★ (2)In Winston-Salem
TriCare, PA3.3★ (11)In Winston-Salem
Wake Forest Psychiatry1.6★ (7)In Winston-Salem

How we ranked Winston-Salem therapists and counselors

We scored 150 Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Winston-Salem?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Winston-Salem, NC is Triad Mental Health Partners with an RP Score of 78/100. It has 4.8★ from 27 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Winston-Salem (#2) and Community Intervention & Educational Services (#3) follow. We ranked 150 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Winston-Salem?

RankedPsychologists ranks 150 therapists and counselors serving Winston-Salem, NC. 50 of them are based in Winston-Salem; 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 Winston-Salem work on weekends?

24 of 150 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 14 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Triad Mental Health Partners (#1), Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Winston-Salem (#2) and Community Intervention & Educational Services (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Winston-Salem therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 150 rated therapists and counselors in Winston-Salem is 4.4★, with a median of 9 reviews. Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services has the most, 935 reviews, and ranks #10. 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 Winston-Salem count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 150 therapists and counselors serving Winston-Salem.

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