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Best Couples Therapists in Coronado, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Coronado: Dr. Cassidy & Co | Therapy for Parents & Postpartum Support, RP Score 74/100; 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 7

    Most-reviewed: Closeness — Sex & Intimacy Coach, San Diego, 80 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 199 ranked; ranked #7.

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

199 Coronado couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 111 open Saturdays and 26 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 199 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in Coronado 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 Coronado at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Dr. Cassidy & Co | Therapy for Parents & Postpartum Support745.0★ (27)San Diego, 4 mi awaySat · SunOverall
2The Heart of the Matter Relationship Counseling744.8★ (25)San Diego, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3The Relationship Place744.2★ (46)San Diego, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Pederson Marriage and Family Therapy725.0★ (3)San Diego, 4 mi away——
5Brinkmann Center - Miriam T. Brinkmann, PhD, MFT715.0★ (13)San Diego, 4 mi awaySat—
6Fawcett Psychology, Inc.715.0★ (4)San Diego, 5 mi away——
7Closeness — Sex & Intimacy Coach, San Diego714.9★ (80)San Diego, 10 mi awaySat · SunMost reviews
8Estes Therapy San Diego714.9★ (80)San Diego, 7 mi awaySat · Evenings—
9Dana McNeil Counseling and Therapy715.0★ (6)San Diego, 4 mi awaySat · Evenings—
10Dr. Mark Gregory Karris705.0★ (14)San Diego, 5 mi awaySat · Evenings—

The 199 best couples therapists in Coronado, 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 Coronado

    Based in San Diego, 4 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
    Address
    3725 Talbot St Ste F, San Diego, CA 92106
  2. Based in San Diego, 4 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 25 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun 8 AM–5 PM
    Address
    2251 San Diego Ave Ste B - 150, San Diego, CA 92110
  3. Based in San Diego, 4 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.2★ from 46 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 46 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–6 PM
    Address
    2729 Fourth Ave Ste 2, San Diego, CA 92103
  4. Based in San Diego, 4 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    5055 N Harbor Dr Ste 320, San Diego, CA 92106
  5. Based in San Diego, 5 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    411 Camino del Rio S Suite 205, San Diego, CA 92108
  6. Based in San Diego, 10 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.9★ from 80 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 80 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun 7 AM–3 PM
    Address
    4455 Murphy Canyon Rd Ste 100, San Diego, CA 92123
  7. Based in San Diego, 7 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.9★ from 80 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 80 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3333 Camino del Rio S Unit 215, San Diego, CA 92108
  8. Based in San Diego, 5 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    411 Camino del Rio S #200, San Diego, CA 92108
  9. Based in San Diego, 4 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 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–Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat 7 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1825 Hancock St, San Diego, CA 92110
  10. Based in San Diego, 6 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 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
    2525 Camino del Rio S Ste 205, San Diego, CA 92108
  11. Based in San Diego, 5 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    322 1/2 W Washington St, San Diego, CA 92103
    In their words

    They're empathetic, realistic, and straight forward.

    From Happy Sol Health's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  12. Based in San Diego, 4 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3636 Fourth Ave #205, San Diego, CA 92103
  13. 68/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    625 3rd Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910
  14. Based in Chula Vista, 8 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    815 3rd Ave #306, Chula Vista, CA 91911
  15. Based in San Diego, 7 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 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–8 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3333 Camino del Rio S Unit 215, San Diego, CA 92108
  16. Based in San Diego, 4 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 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–5 PM · Wed 12 PM–7 PM · Thu 11 PM–12 AM · Fri 12 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2729 Fourth Ave Suite 3, San Diego, CA 92103
  17. Based in San Diego, 3 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 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–Tue 10 AM–5 PM · Wed–Thu 10 AM–9 PM · Fri 10 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2560 First Ave. #202, San Diego, CA 92103
  18. Based in San Diego, 6 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    2635 Camino del Rio S Ste 302, San Diego, CA 92108
  19. Based in La Jolla, 12 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.4★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–8:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–6:30 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–3 PM
    Address
    7946 Ivanhoe Ave #304, La Jolla, CA 92037
  20. Based in La Mesa, 10 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 1.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    7171 Alvarado Rd Ste 100A, La Mesa, CA 91942
  21. Based in La Mesa, 11 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    8295 La Mesa Blvd #208, La Mesa, CA 91941
  22. 65/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 29 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 29 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–9 PM · Thu–Sun 9 AM–8 PM
    Address
    2525 Camino del Rio S Ste 313, San Diego, CA 92108

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

couples therapists in Coronado, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Therapy-Connection655.0★ (4)6 mi
27Susan R. Graf-Cote, MFT655.0★ (3)6 mi
28Saranne Wilson, LMFT654.0★ (4)12 mi
29Christina (Heymoss) Perez655.0★ (3)5 mi
30Elizabeth Donahue-Marucheau, LCSW, BCD655.0★ (15)14 mi
31Barbara R. Cunningham, Psy.D., LMFT654.8★ (19)7 mi
32Corbett Kimberly643.8★ (4)6 mi
33Mindful Guides Therapy Center644.8★ (17)12 mi
34Dr. Antonio Marotta, LMFT644.0★ (4)6 mi
35Kirby Wohlander, M.S.W., L.C.S.W., Psychotherapist and Couples Counselor644.9★ (8)In Coronado
36San Diego Couples & Family Therapy644.7★ (52)14 mi
37Dana Sockolov Marriage and Family Therapy Inc645.0★ (7)6 mi
38Andrews Luan D645.0★ (3)13 mi
39Mark A Kaupp, A Family Therapy Corporation635.0★ (4)6 mi
40Couple Connection San Diego635.0★ (10)9 mi
41Julie Morrell, MFT624.5★ (8)9 mi
42Halcyon Family Health625.0★ (12)16 mi
43Family Therapy Institute614.4★ (7)10 mi
44Seeking Therapy Counseling Services615.0★ (9)13 mi
45San Diego Institute for Couples and Families605.0★ (5)7 mi
46Enamory605.0★ (19)18 mi
47Relationships Redefined- Nikki Nolet:Online Individual & Couples Therapy605.0★ (12)19 mi
48Therapeutic Center for Anxiety and Trauma604.2★ (5)3 mi
49Holding Place Therapy | EMDR Therapist San Diego595.0★ (7)5 mi
50Erin Alcantara, LMFT595.0★ (4)12 mi

Also serving Coronado

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.

How we ranked Coronado couples therapists

We scored 199 Coronado 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 13, 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 Coronado 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 Coronado: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Coronado?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Coronado, CA is Dr. Cassidy & Co | Therapy for Parents & Postpartum Support with an RP Score of 74/100. It has 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. The Heart of the Matter Relationship Counseling (#2) and The Relationship Place (#3) follow. We ranked 199 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 13, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Coronado?

RankedPsychologists ranks 199 couples therapists serving Coronado, CA. 1 of them is based in Coronado; 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 Coronado work on weekends?

111 of 199 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 26 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Dr. Cassidy & Co | Therapy for Parents & Postpartum Support (#1), The Heart of the Matter Relationship Counseling (#2) and The Relationship Place (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Coronado couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 199 rated couples therapists in Coronado is 5.0★, with a median of 8 reviews. Closeness — Sex & Intimacy Coach, San Diego has the most, 80 reviews, and ranks #7. 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 Coronado count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 199 couples therapists serving Coronado.