Browse psychologists in South Dakota.
330
Psychologists
100%
Accepting patients
36%
Most common: PhD
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South Dakota has 330 licensed psychologists spread across the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is PhD (36%), which stands for Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology. PsyD (Doctor of Psychology) is the second most common at 14%.
University of South Dakota Department of Psychology trains practitioners in the state. Notable hospitals include Sanford USD Medical Center, Avera McKennan Hospital, and Monument Health Rapid City Hospital. Health systems such as Sanford Health, Monument Health, and Avera Health employ many of the state's psychologists.
22% accept Medicare. Patients with South Dakota Medicaid should verify coverage directly, as not all psychologists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include qhp-50305, qhp-89364, medicare, qhp-74980, and qhp-25896.
Sanford Health and Avera Health are the two dominant health systems in South Dakota, covering vast rural territories across the state.
South Dakota has 330 licensed psychologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of psychologists in South Dakota are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among psychologists in South Dakota include qhp-50305, qhp-89364, medicare, qhp-74980, and qhp-25896. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
Therapy sessions range from $150 to $300 per session. An ADHD evaluation costs $1,000 to $2,500. A full psychological evaluation runs $2,000 to $5,000. Actual costs in South Dakota depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Therapy sessions are covered like other mental health visits. Psychological testing coverage is less consistent. Ask the office to verify testing benefits with your insurer before scheduling.
Finding the right psychologist is personal. Consider their specialization and therapeutic approach, and whether the fit feels right. South Dakota has 330 psychologists. Many offer a brief phone consultation before the first session. FindClarity lets you filter by insurance, telehealth availability, and focus area.
PhD stands for Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology and PsyD stands for Doctor of Psychology. Both are equivalent qualifications. In South Dakota, 36% hold the PhD credential and 14% hold PsyD. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
22% of psychologists in South Dakota accept Medicare. Medicare covers therapy sessions with psychologists. Psychological testing may be covered when ordered for diagnostic purposes, though prior authorization is often required. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some psychologists in South Dakota accept South Dakota Medicaid, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers psychological services in all states. Coverage for psychological testing and evaluation varies. Some states require prior authorization for testing. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm South Dakota Medicaid participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in South Dakota include qhp-50305, qhp-89364, medicare, qhp-74980, and qhp-25896.
Therapy sessions with psychologists are covered similarly to other mental health providers under parity laws. Psychological testing coverage is more variable. Some plans cover it fully, others partially, and some require prior authorization. Ask the psychologist's office to verify testing benefits before scheduling, as evaluations can be costly without coverage.