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Best Therapists And Counselors in Yuba City, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Yuba City: Buddy’s Ranch, RP Score 83/100; 4.9★ from 115 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 8

    Most-reviewed: Ampla Health Richland Medical, 133 Google reviews at 4.3★, the most of 22 ranked; ranked #8.

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

22 Yuba City 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 4.5★ across 22 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Yuba City 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 Yuba City at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Buddy’s Ranch834.9★ (115)Yuba CitySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Three Rivers Counseling804.9★ (85)Yuba CitySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Buddy’s Ranch794.7★ (15)Yuba CitySat · Sun · Evenings—
4North Valley Behavioral Health772.6★ (16)Yuba CitySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Everyday Counts Therapy Services755.0★ (29)Yuba CitySat · Evenings—
6Michael Prothero, M.F.T and Associates753.5★ (8)Yuba CitySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Compassionate Health Options733.4★ (11)Marysville, 2 mi away——
8Ampla Health Richland Medical734.3★ (133)Yuba City—Most reviews
9New Day Family Counseling Center-Yuba City714.6★ (22)Yuba CityEvenings—
10Aegis Treatment Centers | Marysville713.8★ (39)Marysville, 2 mi awaySat—

The 22 best therapists and counselors in Yuba City, 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 Yuba City

    #1 Buddy’s Ranch

    Based in Yuba City

    83/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.9★ from 115 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 115 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    737 Lask Dr, Yuba City, CA 95991
    View profile for Buddy’s Ranch(530) 684-4015

  2. #2 Three Rivers Counseling

    Based in Yuba City

    80/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.9★ from 85 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 85 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    815 Plumas St, Yuba City, CA 95991
    View profile for Three Rivers Counseling(530) 441-0184

  3. #3 Buddy’s Ranch

    Based in Yuba City

    79/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1463 La Grande Ave, Yuba City, CA 95991
    View profile for Buddy’s Ranch(530) 792-9024

  8. #8 Ampla Health Richland Medical

    Based in Yuba City

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.3★ from 133 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 133 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–6 PM · Fri 7:45 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    355 Samuel Dr, Yuba City, CA 95991
    View profile for Ampla Health Richland Medical(530) 674-9200

  12. #12 KESAV Health & Wellness

    Based in Yuba City

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 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.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    945 Shasta St Ste 1oo, Yuba City, CA 95991
    View profile for KESAV Health & Wellness(530) 799-8893

  13. #13 California Teen Center

    Based in Yuba City

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    912 Clark Ave, Yuba City, CA 95991
    View profile for California Teen Center(530) 531-8754

  14. #14 Pathways

    Based in Yuba City

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 3.7★ from 32 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    430 Teegarden Ave, Yuba City, CA 95991
    View profile for Pathways(530) 674-4530

  16. #16 Feather River Tribal Health

    Based in Yuba City

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.9★ from 18 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    555 W Onstott Rd, Yuba City, CA 95993
    View profile for Feather River Tribal Health(530) 751-8454

  17. #17 Community Behavioral Health

    Based in Yuba City

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    951 Live Oak Blvd, Yuba City, CA 95991
    View profile for Community Behavioral Health(279) 274-0744

  18. #18 Counseling Offices

    Based in Yuba City

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 2.8★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.8★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1133 Gray Ave # B, Yuba City, CA 95991
    View profile for Counseling Offices(530) 755-7851

  19. #19 Learning ARTS

    Based in Yuba City

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 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 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    990-D Klamath Ln Suite 9, Yuba City, CA 95993
    View profile for Learning ARTS(916) 729-3098

  20. #20 Buddy’s Ranch

    Based in Yuba City

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 48 Google reviews, based in Yuba City.

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

    • 4.9★ from 48 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1352 Colusa Hwy Ste C & D, Yuba City, CA 95993
    View profile for Buddy’s Ranch(530) 732-1641

  22. #22 Ardent Family Services, Inc

    Based in Yuba City

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews, based in Yuba City.

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

    • 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    1634 Poole Blvd Ste 400, Yuba City, CA 95993
    View profile for Ardent Family Services, Inc

Also serving Yuba City

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 Yuba City
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
A New Start Christian Coaching Services4.0★ (1)In Yuba City
Angove Jennifer5.0★ (1)In Yuba City
Dowdall Sharon KIn Yuba City
Edward Prothero, LMFT5.0★ (1)In Yuba City
Families For Children1.0★ (1)In Yuba City
Gerald Thauberger5.0★ (2)In Yuba City
Gill Jasvinder5.0★ (1)In Yuba City
Hawkins Miki Lmft5.0★ (2)In Yuba City
James Pannell Jr, LMFT5.0★ (1)In Yuba City
Jean Nunes LCSW5.0★ (1)In Yuba City
Jonathan Kirscher1.0★ (1)In Yuba City
Judith A. Guthrie, Cadaac5.0★ (1)In Yuba City
Katherine A. Moore, MA1.0★ (2)In Yuba City
Limary, Jones, Krohn & Associates5.0★ (2)In Yuba City
Linda M. Hawkins, MFT5.0★ (1)In Yuba City
Lyle Wendy PhD4.5★ (2)In Yuba City
Martinez Jennifer L5.0★ (1)In Yuba City
Post Traumatic Stress Treatment Center of Northern Califonia1.0★ (2)In Yuba City
Sierra Family Therapy Center Yuba City3.5★ (2)In Yuba City
Stabler Lane Behavioral Health5.0★ (1)In Yuba City

How we ranked Yuba City therapists and counselors

We scored 22 Yuba City 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 Yuba City 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 Yuba City: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Yuba City?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Yuba City, CA is Buddy’s Ranch with an RP Score of 83/100. It has 4.9★ from 115 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Three Rivers Counseling (#2) and Buddy’s Ranch (#3) follow. We ranked 22 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Yuba City?

RankedPsychologists ranks 22 therapists and counselors serving Yuba City, CA. 20 of them are based in Yuba City; 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 Yuba City work on weekends?

9 of 22 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 7 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Buddy’s Ranch (#1), Three Rivers Counseling (#2) and Buddy’s Ranch (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Yuba City therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 22 rated therapists and counselors in Yuba City is 4.5★, with a median of 16 reviews. Ampla Health Richland Medical has the most, 133 reviews, and ranks #8. 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 Yuba City count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Yuba City 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 Yuba City 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 Yuba City

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 22 therapists and counselors serving Yuba City.

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