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Best Couples Therapists in Cleveland Heights, OH (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Cleveland Heights: Cornerstone Marriage & Family, RP Score 76/100; 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews.

  2. 17

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Beachwood, 711 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 171 ranked; ranked #17.

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171 Cleveland Heights couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 25 open Saturdays and 8 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 171 rated practices.

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

Top 10 couples therapists in Cleveland Heights 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 Cleveland Heights at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Cornerstone Marriage & Family764.1★ (9)Cleveland Heights—Overall
2Kathy The Coach - Marriage and Relationship Coach in Ohio725.0★ (5)Clark-Fulton, 1 mi awaySat · Evenings—
3Ascension Counseling, Ltd.714.8★ (58)Beachwood, 5 mi awaySat—
4The Marriage Clinic - Dr. Jonathan Isaacson713.8★ (4)Beachwood, 5 mi away——
5Cleveland Sex Therapy, LLC674.8★ (16)Cleveland, 9 mi awaySat · Evenings—
6Mindfulness Counseling, LLC633.8★ (14)Mentor, 16 mi awaySat · Sun—
7The Lake Erie Center for Relationship Counseling615.0★ (7)Rocky River, 15 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Beachwood614.7★ (55)Beachwood, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Amy Urbanowicz, IMFT614.6★ (11)Lakewood, 13 mi awayEvenings—
10Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Cleveland604.7★ (72)Cleveland, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 171 best couples therapists in Cleveland Heights, 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 Cleveland Heights

    #1 Cornerstone Marriage & Family

    Based in Cleveland Heights

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews
    Address
    2490 Lee Blvd #307, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
    View profile for Cornerstone Marriage & Family(216) 320-0440

  2. #2 Kathy The Coach - Marriage and Relationship Coach in Ohio

    Based in Clark-Fulton, 1 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    View profile for Kathy The Coach - Marriage and Relationship Coach in Ohio(216) 536-8964

  3. #3 Ascension Counseling, Ltd.

    Based in Beachwood, 5 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 58 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 58 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    24100 Chagrin Blvd Ste 125, Beachwood, OH 44122
    View profile for Ascension Counseling, Ltd.(216) 455-7161

  5. #5 Cleveland Sex Therapy, LLC

    Based in Cleveland, 9 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    6516 Detroit Ave #3, Cleveland, OH 44102
    View profile for Cleveland Sex Therapy, LLC(216) 870-7510

  6. #6 Mindfulness Counseling, LLC

    Based in Mentor, 16 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 3.8★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.8★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 11 AM–4 PM
    Address
    8500 Station St Ste 102, Mentor, OH 44060
    View profile for Mindfulness Counseling, LLC(440) 591-4366

  7. #7 The Lake Erie Center for Relationship Counseling

    Based in Rocky River, 15 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    20006 Detroit Rd Ste 301, Rocky River, OH 44116
    View profile for The Lake Erie Center for Relationship Counseling(216) 512-3052

  9. #9 Amy Urbanowicz, IMFT

    Based in Lakewood, 13 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    Family & Personal Counseling Services, 14701 Detroit Ave #775, Lakewood, OH 44107
    View profile for Amy Urbanowicz, IMFT(216) 352-1333

  11. #11 Your Recovery Counseling

    Based in Cleveland, 5 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 204 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 204 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    23811 Chagrin Blvd Unit 105, Cleveland, OH 44122
    View profile for Your Recovery Counseling(216) 483-1001

  15. #15 Jolie Higazi Coaching LLC

    Based in Cleveland, 8 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 45 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Life coach”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 45 Google reviews
    Address
    2515 Jay Ave First Floor, Cleveland, OH 44113
    View profile for Jolie Higazi Coaching LLC(216) 290-9741

  16. #16 Hope Behavioral Health

    Based in Beachwood, 5 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.1★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.1★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    24100 Chagrin Blvd, Beachwood, OH 44122
    View profile for Hope Behavioral Health(800) 642-4560

  17. #17 LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Beachwood

    Based in Beachwood, 5 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 711 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 711 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    25101 Chagrin Blvd Suites 100 & 200, Beachwood, OH 44122
    View profile for LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Beachwood(216) 831-6611

  18. #18 Deanna Berry, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Beachwood, 5 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 91 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 91 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    23625 Commerce Park Rd Suite 100, Beachwood, OH 44122
    View profile for Deanna Berry, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(216) 468-5004

  19. #19 Century Therapy & Counseling

    Based in Cleveland, 2 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 20 Google reviews, 2 mi from Cleveland Heights.

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

    • 4.6★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9:30 AM–6 PM · Fri 9:30 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2026 Murray Hill Rd, Cleveland, OH 44106
    View profile for Century Therapy & Counseling(216) 694-8749

  20. #20 Revive Counseling and Wellness

    Based in University Heights, 3 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews, 3 mi from Cleveland Heights.

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

    • 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri 10 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    20620 John Carroll Blvd, University Heights, OH 44118
    View profile for Revive Counseling and Wellness(216) 408-7555

  21. #21 Brandy Hill, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Beachwood, 5 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 49 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 49 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    23625 Commerce Park Rd Suite 100, Beachwood, OH 44122
    View profile for Brandy Hill, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(216) 468-5004

  22. #22 William Marcus, Counselor

    Based in Beachwood, 5 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    23625 Commerce Park Rd Suite 100, Beachwood, OH 44122
    View profile for William Marcus, Counselor(216) 468-5004

  23. #23 Erika Taddie-Osborn, Counselor

    Based in Beachwood, 5 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    23625 Commerce Park Rd Suite 100, Beachwood, OH 44122
    View profile for Erika Taddie-Osborn, Counselor(216) 468-5004

  24. #24 LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Beachwood

    Based in Beachwood, 5 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 242 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.3★ from 242 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    23625 Commerce Park Rd Suite 100, Beachwood, OH 44122
    View profile for LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Beachwood(216) 468-5004

  25. #25 Shane Strnad, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Beachwood, 5 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    25101 Chagrin Blvd Suites 100 & 200, Beachwood, OH 44122
    View profile for Shane Strnad, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(216) 831-6611

How we ranked Cleveland Heights couples therapists

We scored 171 Cleveland Heights 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 Cleveland Heights 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 Cleveland Heights: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Cleveland Heights?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Cleveland Heights, OH is Cornerstone Marriage & Family with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews. Kathy The Coach - Marriage and Relationship Coach in Ohio (#2) and Ascension Counseling, Ltd. (#3) follow. We ranked 171 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Cleveland Heights?

RankedPsychologists ranks 171 couples therapists serving Cleveland Heights, OH. 1 of them is based in Cleveland Heights; 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 Cleveland Heights work on weekends?

25 of 171 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 8 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Kathy The Coach - Marriage and Relationship Coach in Ohio (#2), Ascension Counseling, Ltd. (#3) and Cleveland Sex Therapy, LLC (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Cleveland Heights couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 171 rated couples therapists in Cleveland Heights is 4.8★, with a median of 11 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Beachwood has the most, 711 reviews, and ranks #17. 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 Cleveland Heights count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Cleveland Heights 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 Cleveland Heights 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 Cleveland Heights

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 171 couples therapists serving Cleveland Heights.

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