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Best Couples Therapists in Brighton, NY (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Brighton: Binger Mental Health Counseling PLLC, RP Score 74/100; 4.6★ from 14 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 3 PM.

  2. 9

    Most-reviewed: Western New York United Marriage Encounter, 43 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 28 ranked; ranked #9.

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

28 Brighton couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 11 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.3★ across 28 rated practices.

Most of this list also appears on the Couples therapists in Rochester ranking. See Couples therapists in Rochester

Top 10 couples therapists in Brighton 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 Brighton at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Binger Mental Health Counseling PLLC744.6★ (14)BrightonSat · EveningsOverall
2Kathryn Stimson Lmft743.7★ (3)Rochester, 2 mi away——
3Align Relationship Therapy745.0★ (4)BrightonSat · Evenings—
4Mark A. Head, LCSW-R684.4★ (7)Rochester, 3 mi awayEvenings—
5Laurie Burns LCSW-R CGP673.7★ (3)Rochester, 2 mi away——
6Eleni Economides, LMFT, CST673.6★ (9)Rochester, 3 mi away——
7Dr. Jodi Aman Consulting and Counseling665.0★ (4)Rochester, 5 mi away——
8WHOLE Wellness Therapy Services655.0★ (12)BrightonSat · Sun · Evenings—
9Western New York United Marriage Encounter655.0★ (43)Irondequoit, 13 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
10Marriage & Family Therapy Group, PLLC644.3★ (6)Rochester, 2 mi awaySat · Evenings—

The 28 best couples therapists in Brighton, 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 Brighton

    #1 Binger Mental Health Counseling PLLC

    Based in Brighton

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.6★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–3 PM · Fri 9 AM–10 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3 Railroad St, Fairport, NY 14450
    View profile for Binger Mental Health Counseling PLLC(585) 576-1094

  2. #2 Kathryn Stimson Lmft

    Based in Rochester, 2 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    1385 Monroe Ave, Rochester, NY 14618
    View profile for Kathryn Stimson Lmft(585) 271-2971

  3. #3 Align Relationship Therapy

    Based in Brighton

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1173 Pittsford Victor Rd Ste 250, Pittsford, NY 14534
    View profile for Align Relationship Therapy(585) 210-0080

  4. #4 Mark A. Head, LCSW-R

    Based in Rochester, 3 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–9 PM · Thu–Sun closed
    Address
    1580 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14620
    View profile for Mark A. Head, LCSW-R(585) 507-2871

  5. #5 Laurie Burns LCSW-R CGP

    Based in Rochester, 2 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Thu 11 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    1995 Westfall Rd, Rochester, NY 14618
    View profile for Laurie Burns LCSW-R CGP(585) 734-6826

  6. #6 Eleni Economides, LMFT, CST

    Based in Rochester, 3 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 3.6★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.6★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Wed 11 AM–2 PM · Thu–Fri 10 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    625 Panorama Trail Bldg 2 suite 200, Rochester, NY 14625
    View profile for Eleni Economides, LMFT, CST(585) 484-0638

  10. #10 Marriage & Family Therapy Group, PLLC

    Based in Rochester, 2 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family counselor”.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–6 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–7:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    95 Allens Creek Rd, Rochester, NY 14618
    View profile for Marriage & Family Therapy Group, PLLC(585) 314-9006

  15. #15 New Bridge Marriage and Family Counseling Center of Rochester NY: Jeremiah Donigian

    Based in Rochester, 8 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family counselor”.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    550 Latona Rd # 302, Rochester, NY 14626
    View profile for New Bridge Marriage and Family Counseling Center of Rochester NY: Jeremiah Donigian(585) 453-2242

  17. #17 Centering Tools for Self-Healing and Empowerment

    Based in Rochester, 2 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, 2 mi from Brighton.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 7:30 AM–10 PM · Wed closed · Thu 7:30 AM–10 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    267 Oxford St, Rochester, NY 14607
    View profile for Centering Tools for Self-Healing and Empowerment(585) 210-9827

  18. #18 Kavod Psychotherapy

    Based in Rochester, 2 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and proximity: 2.2★ from 6 Google reviews, 2 mi from Brighton.

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

    • 2.2★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–9 PM · Sat 7 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    25 Circle St #201, Rochester, NY 14607
    View profile for Kavod Psychotherapy(585) 546-5180

  19. #19 Mark Fischer, LMFT

    Based in Rochester, 2 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, 2 mi from Brighton.

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

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    95 Allens Creek Rd Bldg 2, Rochester, NY 14618
    View profile for Mark Fischer, LMFT(585) 739-2152

  20. #20 Good Earth Counseling

    Based in Rochester, 3 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, 3 mi from Brighton.

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

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 6:30 PM–8:30 PM · Tue 6 PM–9 PM · Wed–Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1100 S Goodman St, Rochester, NY 14620
    View profile for Good Earth Counseling(585) 294-4776

  21. #21 Discoveries Counseling

    Based in Rochester, 5 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family counselor”.

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

    • 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    644 Titus Ave Door 1, Rochester, NY 14617
    View profile for Discoveries Counseling(585) 766-3082

  23. #23 Madeline Micciche, LCSW-R, PLLC | Psychotherapist | Rochester, NY

    Based in Rochester, 2 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews, 2 mi from Brighton.

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

    • 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    2480 Browncroft Blvd, Rochester, NY 14625
    View profile for Madeline Micciche, LCSW-R, PLLC | Psychotherapist | Rochester, NY(585) 746-2191

  24. #24 Shelby Kibler LMHC

    Based in Rochester, 7 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    1401 Stone Rd Ste 301, Rochester, NY 14616
    View profile for Shelby Kibler LMHC(585) 708-9790

How we ranked Brighton couples therapists

We scored 28 Brighton 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 Brighton 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 Brighton: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Brighton?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Brighton, NY is Binger Mental Health Counseling PLLC with an RP Score of 74/100. It has 4.6★ from 14 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 3 PM. Kathryn Stimson Lmft (#2) and Align Relationship Therapy (#3) follow. We ranked 28 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Brighton?

RankedPsychologists ranks 28 couples therapists serving Brighton, NY. 3 of them are based in Brighton; the rest serve it from nearby towns. 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 Brighton work on weekends?

11 of 28 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Binger Mental Health Counseling PLLC (#1), Align Relationship Therapy (#3) and WHOLE Wellness Therapy Services (#8). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Brighton couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 28 rated couples therapists in Brighton is 4.3★, with a median of 8 reviews. Western New York United Marriage Encounter has the most, 43 reviews, and ranks #9. 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 Brighton count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Brighton 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 Brighton 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 Brighton

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 28 couples therapists serving Brighton.

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