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As of June 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 therapists & counselors in Akron, OH by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Fairlawn with a 4.4-star rating from 395 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Emerge Counseling Ministries and Married Life Counseling. The average rating across all listed therapists & counselors in Akron is 4.7 stars from 47 reviews per business on average.

Therapy in Akron: $100–$250/session without insurance; $20–$60 copay in-network. Many offer sliding scale.

Rankings updated June 1, 2026 · Scored by ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.

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Top Rated Therapists & Counselors

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LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Fairlawn

4.4(395 reviews)

822 Kumho Dr Suite 101, Fairlawn, OH 44333, USA

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Emerge Counseling Ministries

4.5(204 reviews)

900 Mull Ave, Akron, OH 44313, USA

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Married Life Counseling

4.9(41 reviews)

2106 Braewick Cir, Akron, OH 44313, USA

Therapists & Counselors Rankings in Akron, OH

#BusinessRatingReviews
#1LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Fairlawn822 Kumho Dr Suite 101, Fairlawn, OH 44333, USA4.4395
#2Emerge Counseling Ministries900 Mull Ave, Akron, OH 44313, USA4.5204
#3Married Life Counseling2106 Braewick Cir, Akron, OH 44313, USA4.941
#4Dr. Nathan Lamkin, Psy.D.1617 Akron Peninsula Rd Suite 102B, Akron, OH 44313, USA4.713
#5Valerie Murphy Counseling and Consulting LLC799 White Pond Dr C, Akron, OH 44320, USA5.04
#6Barbara Vetter, LPCC3618 W Market St, Akron, OH 44333, USA5.05
#7Kevin Becnel, Holistic Psychotherapy | Somatic Psychotherapy | EMDR | Mindfulness1617 Akron Peninsula Rd, Akron, OH 44313, USA5.02
#8ip.counseling of Fairlawn71 Baker Blvd suite 203, Fairlawn, OH 44333, USA5.04
#9Refuge Counseling Akron935 W Market St suite 300, Akron, OH 44313, USA5.01
#10BF Empowerment Center526 S Main St #107, Akron, OH 44311, USA3.625

Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated June 2026

All Therapists & Counselors in Akron

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Dr. Nathan Lamkin, Psy.D.

4.7· 13 reviews

1617 Akron Peninsula Rd Suite 102B, Akron, OH 44313, USA

5

Valerie Murphy Counseling and Consulting LLC

5.0· 4 reviews

799 White Pond Dr C, Akron, OH 44320, USA

6

Barbara Vetter, LPCC

5.0· 5 reviews

3618 W Market St, Akron, OH 44333, USA

7

Kevin Becnel, Holistic Psychotherapy | Somatic Psychotherapy | EMDR | Mindfulness

5.0· 2 reviews

1617 Akron Peninsula Rd, Akron, OH 44313, USA

8

ip.counseling of Fairlawn

5.0· 4 reviews

71 Baker Blvd suite 203, Fairlawn, OH 44333, USA

9

Refuge Counseling Akron

5.0· 1 reviews

935 W Market St suite 300, Akron, OH 44313, USA

10

BF Empowerment Center

3.6· 25 reviews

526 S Main St #107, Akron, OH 44311, USA

11

Avenues of Counseling and Mediation, LLC (Akron Office)

4.5· 91 reviews

843 N Cleveland Massillon Rd, Akron, OH 44333, USA

12

Intera Counseling and Wellness

4.6· 10 reviews

755 White Pond Dr, Akron, OH 44320, USA

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It All Connects Counseling

5.0· 10 reviews

863 N Cleveland Massillon Rd, Akron, OH 44333, USA

14

Paramount Behavioral Health

4.7· 27 reviews

71 West Ave Suite 6, Tallmadge, OH 44278, USA

15

DaySpring Counseling

4.8· 18 reviews

4367 E State St, Akron, OH 44319, USA

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Center for Revolutionary Relationships, LLC

4.7· 22 reviews

3200 W Market St # 101, Fairlawn, OH 44333, USA

17

Compass Counseling Services LLC

4.7· 46 reviews

3575 Forest Lake Dr suite 100, Uniontown, OH 44685, USA

18

Small Behavioral Health Counseling, LLC

4.5· 2 reviews

1213 Coventry St, Akron, OH 44306, USA

19

Carino Counseling Collective

5.0· 4 reviews

799 White Pond Dr C, Akron, OH 44320, USA

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Clinic For Individual & Family Counseling

3.9· 10 reviews

27 S Forge St, Akron, OH 44325, USA

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Frequently Asked Questions — Therapists & Counselors in Akron

What is the difference between a psychologist, LPC, LCSW, and psychiatrist in Akron?

Psychiatrists (MD) can prescribe medication and diagnose. PhD/PsyD Psychologists provide therapy and can do psychological testing. LCSWs (Licensed Clinical Social Workers) focus on life circumstances and behavioral patterns. LPCs (Licensed Professional Counselors) specialize in talk therapy and mental health counseling. All four can provide effective therapy — the right choice depends on your needs and whether medication may be relevant.

How do I find a therapist in Akron who takes my insurance?

Call your insurance company's member services line or search their online provider directory. When you reach a therapist's office, ask specifically: "Do you accept [insurance name] for in-network benefits?" In-network therapy typically costs $20–$60 per session (copay) instead of $100–$250 out of pocket. Psychology Today's directory at psychologytoday.com lets you filter by insurance.

How much does therapy cost in Akron without insurance?

Private pay rates typically run $100–$200/session for LPCs and LCSWs, and $150–$300 for psychologists. Many therapists offer sliding-scale fees based on income — it's worth asking directly. Open Path Collective (openpathcollective.org) lists therapists offering $30–$80 sessions for qualifying clients.

How long does it typically take to see results from therapy?

Research shows meaningful improvement in 8–16 sessions for most anxiety and depression cases. CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) tends to show results fastest. Complex trauma or personality-related concerns may take longer. A good therapist will set measurable goals with you in the first 1–3 sessions and reassess regularly.

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Editorial notice: Ratings are based on publicly available data from Google Business listings. Consumers should independently verify licensing, insurance, and credentials before hiring any service provider. Last updated: June 1, 2026.

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About This Therapists & Counselors Directory — Akron, OH

This page lists and ranks 20 therapists & counselors serving Akron, OH as of June 2026. The average verified rating across all listings is 4.7 stars, with an average of 47 customer reviews per business. The top-ranked therapists & counselors in Akron by our algorithm is LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Fairlawn (4.4 stars, 395 reviews). Therapy in Akron: $100–$250/session without insurance; $20–$60 copay in-network. Many offer sliding scale.

RatingsNearMe uses a transparent, data-driven ranking algorithm that weighs star rating (35%), review volume (30%), customer sentiment analysis (20%), profile completeness (10%), and availability signals (5%). Rankings are not for sale — Featured Partner businesses pay for enhanced visibility but must earn their position through real customer reviews. Data sourced from Google Business listings and updated regularly.

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