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Best Couples Therapists in East Lansing, MI (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in East Lansing: Kelly Dietzel, MS, LLMFT, RP Score 72/100; 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

  2. 21

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Lansing, 747 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 60 ranked; ranked #21.

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

60 East Lansing couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 4 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 60 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in East Lansing 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 East Lansing at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Kelly Dietzel, MS, LLMFT723.7★ (3)Lansing, 3 mi away—Overall
2Assessment and Relationship Counseling Center653.0★ (4)Lansing, 1 mi away——
3COR Counseling- East Lansing, MI644.6★ (22)East LansingSat · Sun · Evenings—
4Monarch Counseling632.3★ (3)Lansing, 8 mi awayEvenings—
5LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists East Lansing604.7★ (340)East Lansing——
6Spicer Counseling Services, PLLC604.0★ (4)East LansingSat · Evenings—
7Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Lansing604.5★ (84)Lansing, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Eban Mackey, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner594.9★ (51)East Lansing——
9Carl Huntoon, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner595.0★ (36)East Lansing——
10Tonya Lake, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner595.0★ (27)East Lansing——

The 60 best couples therapists in East Lansing, 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 East Lansing

    #1 Kelly Dietzel, MS, LLMFT

    Based in Lansing, 3 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 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
    1310 Turner Rd A, Lansing, MI 48906
    View profile for Kelly Dietzel, MS, LLMFT(586) 722-3698

  4. #4 Monarch Counseling

    Based in Lansing, 8 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    306 S Creyts Rd, Lansing, MI 48917
    View profile for Monarch Counseling(517) 970-5970

  14. #14 Marcia Kent, Psychiatrist

    Based in East Lansing

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, based in East Lansing.

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

    • 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1400 Abbot Rd Ste 400, East Lansing, MI 48823
    View profile for Marcia Kent, Psychiatrist(517) 744-7388

  15. #15 LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Lansing

    Based in Lansing, 4 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 489 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 489 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4136 Legacy Pkwy, Lansing, MI 48911
    View profile for LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Lansing(734) 759-0000

  17. #17 Karen Bailey, Counselor

    Based in East Lansing

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.7★ from 11 Google reviews, based in East Lansing.

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

    • 4.7★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1400 Abbot Rd Ste 400, East Lansing, MI 48823
    View profile for Karen Bailey, Counselor(517) 744-7388

  20. #20 Emily Zimmer, Counselor

    Based in East Lansing

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, based in East Lansing.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1400 Abbot Rd Ste 400, East Lansing, MI 48823
    View profile for Emily Zimmer, Counselor(517) 744-7388

  21. #21 LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Lansing

    Based in Lansing, 4 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 747 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 747 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3475 Belle Chase Way, Lansing, MI 48911
    View profile for LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Lansing(517) 744-7389

  22. #22 Gerri Hagadon-Szakal, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Lansing, 4 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3475 Belle Chase Way, Lansing, MI 48911
    View profile for Gerri Hagadon-Szakal, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(517) 744-7389

  23. #23 Roy Meland, Psychiatrist

    Based in Lansing, 4 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 80 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 80 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3475 Belle Chase Way, Lansing, MI 48911
    View profile for Roy Meland, Psychiatrist(517) 882-3732

  24. #24 Deanna Reed, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Lansing, 4 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 60 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 60 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3475 Belle Chase Way, Lansing, MI 48911
    View profile for Deanna Reed, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(517) 744-7389

  25. #25 Nicole Vasher, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Lansing, 4 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 45 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 45 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3475 Belle Chase Way Ste 120, Lansing, MI 48911
    View profile for Nicole Vasher, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(517) 744-7389

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

couples therapists in East Lansing, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Uplift & Inspire Counseling and Consulting563.9★ (13)5 mi
27Luann Watts, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner564.9★ (52)4 mi
28Rishi Mahabir, Psychiatrist564.8★ (44)4 mi
29Laurie Kuehl, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner554.9★ (32)4 mi
30Ryan Upson, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner554.9★ (36)4 mi
31Dawn Smith, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner555.0★ (25)4 mi
32Kelsey A Thelen, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner555.0★ (23)4 mi
33Rosario Tanguay, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner554.8★ (26)4 mi
34Bonnie Miriani, Counselor555.0★ (17)4 mi
35Shelby Hope, Psychiatrist555.0★ (15)4 mi
36Dr. Raed Yousif, Psychiatrist554.7★ (21)4 mi
37Jakie Conachan, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner554.8★ (17)4 mi
38Jaleesa Atkins, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner555.0★ (12)4 mi
39Heidi Freeman, Counselor545.0★ (12)4 mi
40Mary Pietras, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner545.0★ (10)4 mi
41Ronald H Bradley, Psychiatrist544.7★ (14)4 mi
42Lisa Alicea, Counselor544.9★ (9)4 mi
43Marilyn Mclane, Counselor544.4★ (14)4 mi
44Melissa Lininger, Counselor545.0★ (7)4 mi
45William Tyler, Counselor545.0★ (8)4 mi
46Janelle Wilkey, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner544.4★ (14)4 mi
47Michael Cooper, Counselor545.0★ (7)4 mi
48James Loree, Counselor545.0★ (6)4 mi
49Margaret Meister, Counselor545.0★ (6)4 mi
50Neal Perry, Counselor544.7★ (6)4 mi

Also serving East Lansing

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 East Lansing
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
A Brand New Start Counseling4.3★ (42)In East Lansing
Andrew Huguelet, Counselor5.0★ (2)In East Lansing
April Johnson5.0★ (1)In East Lansing
Barbara J. Rossen, ACSWIn East Lansing
Blair Psychology -Jonathan Blair, PhD5.0★ (1)In East Lansing
Blooming Minds Therapy4.8★ (33)In East Lansing
Campbell Therapy5.0★ (2)In East Lansing
Clear Skies Counseling, LPC5.0★ (11)In East Lansing
Ellie Mental Health4.2★ (5)In East Lansing
Headspace Counseling Services - East Lansing4.2★ (28)In East Lansing
Healing Michigan Counseling Group4.9★ (31)In East Lansing
Inner Peace Therapy5.0★ (7)In East Lansing
MI Therapist - Equine Therapy & EMDR5.0★ (3)In East Lansing
Michigan Therapy Today4.6★ (19)In East Lansing
Mid-Michigan Therapy5.0★ (17)In East Lansing
Rooted Counseling4.2★ (15)In East Lansing
Shana L. Bombrys, LMSW, CAADC, ADS, RPT5.0★ (5)In East Lansing
TAYLORED THERAPY LLC4.2★ (26)In East Lansing
Therapy Today Counseling and Consulting4.2★ (129)In East Lansing
Three Oaks Counseling5.0★ (1)In East Lansing

How we ranked East Lansing couples therapists

We scored 60 East Lansing 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 East Lansing 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 East Lansing: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in East Lansing?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in East Lansing, MI is Kelly Dietzel, MS, LLMFT with an RP Score of 72/100. It has 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews. Assessment and Relationship Counseling Center (#2) and COR Counseling- East Lansing, MI (#3) follow. We ranked 60 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in East Lansing?

RankedPsychologists ranks 60 couples therapists serving East Lansing, MI. 15 of them are based in East Lansing; 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 East Lansing work on weekends?

4 of 60 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are COR Counseling- East Lansing, MI (#3), Spicer Counseling Services, PLLC (#6) and Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Lansing (#7). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do East Lansing couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 60 rated couples therapists in East Lansing is 4.9★, with a median of 13 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Lansing has the most, 747 reviews, and ranks #21. 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 East Lansing count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the East Lansing 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 East Lansing 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 East Lansing

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 60 couples therapists serving East Lansing.

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