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Best Couples Therapists in Clinton Township, MI (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Clinton Township: Dil Marriage Media | Shelby Township, Michigan, RP Score 77/100; 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 28

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists St. Clair Shores, 346 Google reviews at 4.2★, the most of 160 ranked; ranked #28.

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

160 Clinton Township couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 91 open Saturdays and 29 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 160 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in Clinton Township 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 Clinton Township at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Dil Marriage Media | Shelby Township, Michigan775.0★ (3)Clinton TownshipSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Psychotherapy, Counseling, & Couples Therapy653.7★ (3)Clinton Township——
3Relationship Academy MI644.2★ (5)Royal Oak, 13 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Kristen Qualls Counseling Services, PC644.3★ (6)Rochester Hills, 14 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Ross L. Flynn, PhD635.0★ (3)Rochester, 13 mi away——
6Greg Dudzinski MS LPC-The Art of Relationships, PLLC634.9★ (166)Southfield, 18 mi awaySat · Evenings—
7Heart and Mind Counseling635.0★ (12)Clinton TownshipSat · Sun—
8Heart and Mind Counseling625.0★ (5)Clinton TownshipSat · Sun—
9Guided Solutions Relationship Center625.0★ (6)Troy, 14 mi awaySat · Evenings—
10Reconnect Marraige Ministries614.9★ (29)Romulus, 17 mi awaySat · Evenings—

The 160 best couples therapists in Clinton Township, 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. Based in Royal Oak, 13 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    628 E Parent Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48067
  2. Based in Rochester, 13 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    71 Walnut Blvd, Rochester, MI 48307
  3. 63/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.9★ from 166 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 166 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    21700 Northwestern Hwy Ste 514, Southfield, MI 48075
  4. Based in Clinton Township

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.6★ from 5 Google reviews, based in Clinton Township.

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

    • 3.6★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–9 PM · Sun 9 AM–8 PM
    Address
    41800 Hayes Rd, Clinton Township, MI 48038
  5. Based in Sterling Heights, 6 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 188 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 188 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–11 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–9:30 PM
    Address
    7333 Triangle Dr 1st Floor, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
  6. Based in Southfield, 16 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.2★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    30233 Southfield Rd #109, Southfield, MI 48076
  7. Based in Clinton Township

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.4★ from 21 Google reviews, based in Clinton Township.

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

    • 4.4★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    42627 Garfield Rd #217, Clinton Township, MI 48038
  8. Based in Birmingham, 15 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 1.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    1000 S Old Woodward Ave #108, Birmingham, MI 480096723
  9. Based in Clinton Township

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews, based in Clinton Township.

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

    • 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    47100 Schoenherr Rd Ste C, Shelby Township, MI 48315
  10. Based in Royal Oak, 14 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 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–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    25600 Woodward Ave #218, Royal Oak, MI 48067
  11. 57/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    38271 Mound Rd #100, Sterling Heights, MI 48310

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

couples therapists in Clinton Township, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Debbra Bronstad Riemann, LMFT575.0★ (3)14 mi
27Agape One Certified Relationship Coaching575.0★ (5)18 mi
28LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists St. Clair Shores564.2★ (346)8 mi
29Great Lakes Psychology Group - Clinton Twp563.5★ (44)In Clinton Township
30Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Troy554.8★ (106)13 mi
31Abby Johnson-Briles, Psychiatrist554.9★ (29)8 mi
32Stepping Stones Counseling Center, PLLC554.5★ (4)In Clinton Township
33Joseph Montgomery, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner555.0★ (22)8 mi
34Traci Rizzo, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner544.9★ (17)8 mi
35Birmingham Family Therapy Clinic, Inc.543.0★ (18)15 mi
36Krystine Muha, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner544.2★ (50)8 mi
37Susan Rohde, Counselor545.0★ (14)8 mi
38Karla Jordan, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner545.0★ (12)8 mi
39Trinity Family Counseling Center544.3★ (16)7 mi
40Bernard Ball, Counselor544.9★ (11)8 mi
41Stacey Molinaro, Counselor545.0★ (9)8 mi
42GRACE COUNSELING INC543.7★ (37)10 mi
43Maria Lai, Counselor545.0★ (8)8 mi
44Melinda Ryde, Counselor545.0★ (8)8 mi
45Sollars and Associates - New Baltimore/Chesterfield - Counseling and Psychology Services533.9★ (7)10 mi
46Faith Pierson, Counselor535.0★ (7)8 mi
47Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Royal Oak534.3★ (90)13 mi
48Borhan Rais, Counselor535.0★ (6)8 mi
49Necole Jamison, Counselor535.0★ (6)8 mi
50Sarah VanSullen, Counselor534.4★ (7)8 mi

Also serving Clinton Township

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 Clinton Township
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Baddigam Psychiatric Association3.8★ (68)In Clinton Township
Dr. Ross A. Beckley, PhD3.6★ (23)In Clinton Township
Ellie Mental Health3.6★ (31)In Clinton Township
Greenbrook Mental Wellness Centers5.0★ (16)In Clinton Township
Growing Forward Counseling5.0★ (15)In Clinton Township
Henry Ford Eastwood Behavioral Health - Clinton Township2.7★ (44)In Clinton Township
Hope in Counseling4.6★ (35)In Clinton Township
Jenelle Drada Christian Counseling5.0★ (17)In Clinton Township
Life Transitions4.5★ (15)In Clinton Township
Macomb County Community Mental Health3.2★ (16)In Clinton Township
Macomb County Community Mental Health - Administration1.8★ (27)In Clinton Township
Macomb Family Services3.3★ (31)In Clinton Township
Macomb Therapy Group, PLLC3.4★ (31)In Clinton Township
New Oakland Family Centers2.8★ (167)In Clinton Township
Out of Mind Counseling Center4.9★ (60)In Clinton Township
Psychological Professional Services, P.C.4.4★ (13)In Clinton Township
Pure Psychiatry of Michigan4.7★ (141)In Clinton Township
TADAS Counseling4.3★ (23)In Clinton Township
The Wellness Hour Counseling Center4.9★ (17)In Clinton Township
Your Path Therapy Group PLLC4.9★ (14)In Clinton Township

How we ranked Clinton Township couples therapists

We scored 160 Clinton Township 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 Clinton Township 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 Clinton Township: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Clinton Township?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Clinton Township, MI is Dil Marriage Media | Shelby Township, Michigan with an RP Score of 77/100. It has 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Psychotherapy, Counseling, & Couples Therapy (#2) and Relationship Academy MI (#3) follow. We ranked 160 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Clinton Township?

RankedPsychologists ranks 160 couples therapists serving Clinton Township, MI. 15 of them are based in Clinton Township; 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 Clinton Township work on weekends?

91 of 160 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 29 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Dil Marriage Media | Shelby Township, Michigan (#1), Relationship Academy MI (#3) and Kristen Qualls Counseling Services, PC (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Clinton Township couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 160 rated couples therapists in Clinton Township is 4.7★, with a median of 11 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists St. Clair Shores has the most, 346 reviews, and ranks #28. 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 Clinton Township count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Clinton Township 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 Clinton Township 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 Clinton Township

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 160 couples therapists serving Clinton Township.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.