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Best Couples Therapists in East York, ON (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in East York: Relationship Counselling Toronto, RP Score 77/100; 4.1★ from 30 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 4

    Most-reviewed: Couples Counselling Toronto, 83 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 243 ranked; ranked #4.

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243 East York couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 179 open Saturdays and 117 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 243 rated practices.

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

Top 10 couples therapists in East York 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 York at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Relationship Counselling Toronto774.1★ (30)Toronto, 5 km awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Tammy Laber Coaching and Counselling774.4★ (44)Toronto, 2 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Couples & Family Therapy Collective755.0★ (4)Toronto, 5 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Couples Counselling Toronto754.9★ (83)Markham, 10 km awaySat · SunMost reviews
5Couples Counselling Centre - Toronto Downtown735.0★ (3)Toronto, 6 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Horizon Therapy725.0★ (12)Toronto, 6 km awaySat · Evenings—
7Counselling 2 Wellness. Etobicoke | Individual Counselling | Couples, Relationships, Marriage Therapy | 2360 Bloor724.8★ (37)Toronto, 13 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Ellen Star Couples Counselling & Therapy715.0★ (4)Toronto, 6 km awaySat · Evenings—
9Couples Ignite The Fire714.9★ (10)Scarborough, 13 km away——
10Pearce Counselling TMC715.0★ (5)Toronto, 13 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 243 best couples therapists in East York, 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.

  4. #4 Couples Counselling Toronto

    Based in Markham, 10 km away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.9★ from 83 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 83 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun 11 AM–3 PM
    Address
    4 Forest Laneway, North York, ON M2N 5X8
    View profile for Couples Counselling Toronto(416) 450-8054

  6. #6 Horizon Therapy

    Based in Toronto, 6 km away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    455 Avenue Rd Ste 200, Toronto, ON M4V 2J2
    View profile for Horizon Therapy(416) 572-7421

  7. #7 Counselling 2 Wellness. Etobicoke | Individual Counselling | Couples, Relationships, Marriage Therapy | 2360 Bloor

    Based in Toronto, 13 km away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 37 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 37 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–8 PM · Sun 9 AM–7 PM
    Address
    2360 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M8X 1C1
    View profile for Counselling 2 Wellness. Etobicoke | Individual Counselling | Couples, Relationships, Marriage Therapy | 2360 Bloor(647) 696-0414

  9. #9 Couples Ignite The Fire

    Based in Scarborough, 13 km away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.9★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 10 Google reviews
    Address
    10 Milner Business Ct #300, Scarborough, ON M1B 3C6
    View profile for Couples Ignite The Fire(416) 450-0410

  10. #10 Pearce Counselling TMC

    Based in Toronto, 13 km away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 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–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    2386a Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M6S 1P5
    View profile for Pearce Counselling TMC(416) 919-7639

  11. #11 New Insights Counselling

    Based in Toronto, 6 km away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 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 10 AM–7 PM · Tue 10:30 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–6:30 PM · Thu 10:30 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    110 Eglinton Ave W Ste 303E, Toronto, ON M4R 1A3
    View profile for New Insights Counselling(416) 489-5053

  12. #12 Laira Thomas

    Based in North York, 5 km away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.9★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for Laira Thomas(416) 937-6321

  13. #13 Toronto Sex Therapy - Esther Benbihy M.A., C.Psych.Assoc

    Based in Toronto, 5 km away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    60 St Clair Ave E Ste 204, Toronto, ON M4T 1N5
    View profile for Toronto Sex Therapy - Esther Benbihy M.A., C.Psych.Assoc(647) 295-5935

  14. #14 NKS Therapy

    Based in Etobicoke, 19 km away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.5★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–10 PM · Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    10 Four Seasons Pl Suite 1000, Etobicoke, ON M9B 6H7
    View profile for NKS Therapy(416) 745-4745

  15. #15 Rooted Therapy

    Based in Etobicoke, 15 km away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 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–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    51 John St, York, ON M9N 1J6
    View profile for Rooted Therapy(647) 932-0932

  16. #16 Heal Psychotherapy

    Based in Toronto, 5 km away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 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–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    65 Wellesley St E, Toronto, ON M4Y 2E3
    View profile for Heal Psychotherapy(289) 271-1845

  17. #17 One Peace Therapy

    Based in East York

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 68 Google reviews, based in East York.

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

    • 5.0★ from 68 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM–2 PM
    Address
    40 Wynford Dr #100B, North York, ON M3C 1J5
    View profile for One Peace Therapy(416) 856-0704

  18. #18 Evolution Therapies

    Based in East York

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 59 Google reviews, based in East York.

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

    • 5.0★ from 59 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 11 AM–8 PM
    Address
    2965 Kingston Rd Unit 2 b, Scarborough, ON M1N 1P1
    View profile for Evolution Therapies(416) 618-0770

  19. #19 Rosen Couples Counselling

    Based in Vaughan, 21 km away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.7★ from 48 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 48 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–9:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–7:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    157 Huntingfield St, Vaughan, ON L4K 5H7
    View profile for Rosen Couples Counselling(416) 722-7391

  20. #20 Kalm Wellness Therapy Inc. - North York Psychotherapists

    Based in East York

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, based in East York.

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

    • 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–8 PM · Tue 10 AM–8 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 10 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM–3 PM
    Address
    534 Lawrence Ave W # 221B, North York, ON M6A 3C9
    View profile for Kalm Wellness Therapy Inc. - North York Psychotherapists(647) 250-4308

  21. #21 Elana Goldin-Lerman

    Based in Vaughan, 17 km away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 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–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–12 PM
    Address
    31 Disera Dr Ste 220, Thornhill, ON L4J 0A7
    View profile for Elana Goldin-Lerman(416) 725-4817

  22. #22 Elevare Mental Health

    Based in East York

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.7★ from 31 Google reviews, based in East York.

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

    • 4.7★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–4 PM
    Address
    250 Sheppard Ave W, North York, ON M2N 1N3
    View profile for Elevare Mental Health(855) 473-9345

  25. #25 RENÜ Psychotherapy

    Based in Toronto, 6 km away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    401 Bay St., Toronto, ON M7A 0A6
    View profile for RENÜ Psychotherapy(437) 529-4763

How we ranked East York couples therapists

We scored 243 East York 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 York 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 York: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in East York?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in East York, ON is Relationship Counselling Toronto with an RP Score of 77/100. It has 4.1★ from 30 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Tammy Laber Coaching and Counselling (#2) and Couples & Family Therapy Collective (#3) follow. We ranked 243 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in East York?

RankedPsychologists ranks 243 couples therapists serving East York, ON. 6 of them are based in East York; 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 East York work on weekends?

179 of 243 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 117 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Relationship Counselling Toronto (#1), Tammy Laber Coaching and Counselling (#2) and Couples & Family Therapy Collective (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do East York couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 243 rated couples therapists in East York is 5.0★, with a median of 12 reviews. Couples Counselling Toronto has the most, 83 reviews, and ranks #4. 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 York count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 32 km of the East York city centre, 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 York 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 York

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 243 couples therapists serving East York.

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