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Best Couples Therapists in Ann Arbor, MI (2026)

104 couples therapists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Ann Arbor: Adaptations Therapy Institute, RP Score 69/100; 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews; open evenings.

  2. 41

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Canton, 425 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 104 ranked; ranked #41.

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

104 Ann Arbor couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 33 open Saturdays and 11 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 104 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in Ann Arbor 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 couples therapists in Ann Arbor at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Adaptations Therapy Institute695.0★ (7)Ann ArborEveningsOverall
2Counseling Center of Ann Arbor683.2★ (13)Ann Arbor——
3Plymouth Mental Health - Counseling and Therapy Services644.7★ (53)Ann ArborSat · Sun · Evenings—
4Plymouth Mental Health - Ann Arbor - Counseling and Therapy Services644.8★ (21)Ann ArborSat · Sun · Evenings—
5Ann Arbor Couples Clinic634.3★ (6)Ann ArborSun · Evenings—
6Ann Arbor Counseling Associates634.3★ (22)Ann ArborSat · Sun · Evenings—
7Reset Brain and Body - Ann Arbor634.6★ (11)Ann ArborSat · Sun · Evenings—
8Sollars and Associates - Ann Arbor - Counseling and Psychology Services624.1★ (14)Ann ArborSat · Sun · Evenings—
9Deepwater Counseling, PLLC594.2★ (9)Ann ArborSat · Evenings—
10Ellie Mental Health593.8★ (12)Ann ArborSat · Evenings—

The 104 best couples therapists in Ann Arbor, 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.

Scores below: based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  5. #5 Ann Arbor Couples Clinic

    Based in Ann Arbor

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Wed 12 PM–9 PM · Thu–Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–6 PM
    Address
    2350 Washtenaw Ave #8, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
    View profile for Ann Arbor Couples Clinic(734) 417-9522

  10. #10 Ellie Mental Health

    Based in Ann Arbor

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.8★ from 12 Google reviews, based in Ann Arbor.

    • 3.8★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1601 Briarwood Cir #400, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
    View profile for Ellie Mental Health(734) 822-4971

  11. #11 Ellie Mental Health

    Based in Ann Arbor

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, based in Ann Arbor.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1785 W Stadium Blvd Suite 203, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
    View profile for Ellie Mental Health(734) 212-2872

  25. #25 Relationship Institute

    Based in Farmington, 20 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 3.3★ from 4 Google reviews.

    • 3.3★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–9 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    21800 Haggerty Rd Ste 220, Northville, MI 48167
    View profile for Relationship Institute(734) 887-1785

Couples therapists 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 104 ranked couples therapists here; the rest are on their profiles.

couples therapists in Ann Arbor, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Inez Porter, Counselor565.0★ (7)In Ann Arbor
27Felix Paulick Psychotherapy and Coaching564.4★ (5)In Ann Arbor
28Shannon Roehm, Counselor565.0★ (5)In Ann Arbor
29David Votruba PhD PLC563.0★ (4)In Ann Arbor
30CNLD Neuropsychology563.5★ (8)In Ann Arbor
31Brittany Lewis, Counselor564.3★ (6)In Ann Arbor
32Michelle Walsh, Counselor565.0★ (4)In Ann Arbor
33Susan Thompson, Counselor565.0★ (3)In Ann Arbor
34Great Lakes Psychology Group - Ann Arbor552.7★ (7)In Ann Arbor
35Gloria Egeh, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner553.3★ (16)In Ann Arbor
36Heron Ridge Associates of Michigan542.4★ (26)In Ann Arbor
37Wise Mind PLLC533.0★ (6)7 mi
38Mala Child & Family Institute524.7★ (41)16 mi
39Reset Brain and Body514.6★ (27)15 mi
40Mindful Balance Psychological Wellness505.0★ (8)16 mi
41LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Canton494.4★ (425)13 mi
42McCaskill Family Services494.8★ (48)16 mi
43Reset Brain and Body - Northville494.4★ (13)17 mi
44Curtis Norwick, Psychiatrist494.8★ (62)13 mi
45Rohan Kedar, Psychiatrist494.8★ (55)13 mi
46Angela Goodson, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner494.9★ (44)13 mi
47LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists New Hudson484.6★ (158)18 mi
48Galvin Growth Group484.8★ (26)20 mi
49Arbor Psychology Group of Plymouth484.6★ (9)15 mi
50Stepping Stones Wellness Center, PLLC484.5★ (12)15 mi

Also serving Ann Arbor

20 more couples therapists within 20 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked couples therapists serving Ann Arbor
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Agency for Growth Counseling Services5.0★ (4)In Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor Center for the Family4.2★ (5)In Ann Arbor
Arbor Psychology Group of Ann Arbor4.4★ (7)In Ann Arbor
Balanced Being Psychotherapy, PLLC5.0★ (13)In Ann Arbor
Connally Counseling4.1★ (23)In Ann Arbor
Cypress Counseling Center, P.C.4.0★ (40)In Ann Arbor
Drea Inspires | Relationship with Self: Mental Health Therapist & Attachment Trauma Specialist5.0★ (11)In Ann Arbor
Ehrlich Joshua PHD5.0★ (4)In Ann Arbor
Identity Counseling Psychology3.4★ (17)In Ann Arbor
Lotus Consulting, PLLC4.6★ (9)In Ann Arbor
Lyon Counseling Center Ann Arbor5.0★ (16)In Ann Arbor
Mary A. Rackham Institute (MARI)4.0★ (7)In Ann Arbor
Mind Money Balance | Financial Therapist & Wellness Educator5.0★ (15)In Ann Arbor
Mindful Health Adolescent & Adult Counseling5.0★ (11)In Ann Arbor
Pyramid Counseling & Consultation LLC4.0★ (8)In Ann Arbor
Refreshing Waters Counseling & Consulting4.8★ (51)In Ann Arbor
Still Waters Counseling3.7★ (19)In Ann Arbor
TheraBee, LLC3.1★ (8)In Ann Arbor
Thrive5.0★ (9)In Ann Arbor
Transformational Choices Counseling and Therapy5.0★ (7)In Ann Arbor

How we ranked Ann Arbor couples therapists

We scored 104 Ann Arbor couples therapists 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 Ann Arbor 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 couples therapist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure couples and marriage counseling is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Ask what training they have in couples work specifically (for example the Gottman Method or Emotionally Focused Therapy).
  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 couples therapist

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How much of your work is couples and marriage counseling?
  • Do you also see each partner on their own?
  • 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.

Couples therapists in Ann Arbor: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Ann Arbor?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Ann Arbor, MI is Adaptations Therapy Institute with an RP Score of 69/100. It has 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews. It is open evenings. Counseling Center of Ann Arbor (#2) and Plymouth Mental Health - Counseling and Therapy Services (#3) follow. We ranked 104 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Ann Arbor?

RankedPsychologists ranks 104 couples therapists serving Ann Arbor, MI. 35 of them are based in Ann Arbor; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 20 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 couples therapists in Ann Arbor work on weekends?

33 of 104 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 11 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Plymouth Mental Health - Counseling and Therapy Services (#3), Plymouth Mental Health - Ann Arbor - Counseling and Therapy Services (#4) and Ann Arbor Counseling Associates (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Ann Arbor couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 104 rated couples therapists in Ann Arbor is 4.7★, with a median of 9 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Canton has the most, 425 reviews, and ranks #41. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank couples therapists?

Each couples 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 couples therapists outside Ann Arbor count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Ann Arbor city center, our service radius for couples therapists. 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 couples therapists 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 couples therapists in Ann Arbor ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on couples and marriage counseling and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

Do both partners need to come to couples therapy?

Most couples therapists prefer to see both partners, at least at first, but many will start with one. Ask how they handle individual sessions. If there is violence or fear in the relationship, tell the therapist privately; many do not offer joint sessions in that situation.

Can I see a couples 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 Ann Arbor

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 104 couples therapists serving Ann Arbor.

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