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Best Couples Therapists in Farmers Branch, TX (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Farmers Branch: Relevant Connections Counseling and Couples Therapy, RP Score 72/100; 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 12 AM.

  2. 44

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Irving, 74 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 438 ranked; ranked #44.

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

438 Farmers Branch couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 173 open Saturdays and 45 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 438 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in Farmers Branch 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 Farmers Branch at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Relevant Connections Counseling and Couples Therapy725.0★ (3)Irving, 5 mi awaySat · EveningsOverall
2The Bridge Christian Counseling Center715.0★ (3)Carrollton, 2 mi awaySat · Evenings—
3Texas Christian Counseling, Carrollton705.0★ (6)Carrollton, 4 mi awaySat · Evenings—
4Bird Mark PhD695.0★ (3)Lewisville, 7 mi away——
5Positive Outlook Counseling694.3★ (6)Dallas, 6 mi awaySat · Evenings—
6Deborah Holt Family Therapy PLLC694.5★ (27)Dallas, 7 mi awaySat · Evenings—
7Stella Rodriquez, LMFT685.0★ (3)Irving, 8 mi away——
8Mindful Life Counseling PLLC685.0★ (3)Dallas, 7 mi awaySat · Evenings—
9Redemptive Christian Counseling Ctr.675.0★ (10)Carrollton, 4 mi awayEvenings—
10The Therapist Within Counseling675.0★ (7)Dallas, 7 mi awaySat · Evenings—

The 438 best couples therapists in Farmers Branch, 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 Farmers Branch

    Based in Irving, 5 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 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–Sat 12 AM–12 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    400 E Las Colinas Blvd Ste 300-36, Irving, TX 75039
  2. Based in Lewisville, 7 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 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
    860 Hebron Pkwy Ste 1101, Lewisville, TX 75057
  3. Based in Dallas, 6 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 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–Fri 8:30 AM–7:30 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    16610 Dallas Pkwy Ste 2050, Dallas, TX 75248
  4. Based in Dallas, 7 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.5★ from 27 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    12221 Merit Dr Ste 1360, Dallas, TX 75251
  5. Based in Irving, 8 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 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
    1425 W Pioneer Dr #123, Irving, TX 75061
  6. Based in Dallas, 7 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 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–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 7 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    17330 Preston Rd #2D-251, Dallas, TX 75252
  7. Based in Dallas, 7 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 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 closed · Tue–Thu 10 AM–8 PM · Fri 10 AM–2 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    12222 Merit Dr Suite 130, Dallas, TX 75251
  8. Based in Dallas, 10 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    9535 Forest Ln #202, Dallas, TX 75243
  9. Based in Plano, 8 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 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 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 10 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    5304 W Plano Pkwy #4, Plano, TX 75093
  10. Based in Frisco, 12 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 4 PM–10 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 4 PM–10 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun 2 PM–8 PM
    Address
    5300 Town and Country Blvd Ste 240-28, Frisco, TX 75034
  11. Based in Grapevine, 11 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 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
    1139 S Main St, Grapevine, TX 76051
  12. Based in Richardson, 11 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.9★ from 35 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 35 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–8 PM · Thu–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1212 E Arapaho Rd #244, Richardson, TX 75081
  13. Based in Dallas, 5 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    12700 Preston Rd, Dallas, TX 75230
  14. Based in Dallas, 6 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 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 6:45 AM–9:15 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    12700 Hillcrest Plaza Dr, Dallas, TX 75230
  15. 66/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    12221 Merit Dr Ste 1360, Dallas, TX 75251
  16. Based in Dallas, 6 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.7★ from 18 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    6750 Hillcrest Plaza Dr #304, Dallas, TX 75230
  17. Based in Plano, 13 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 3.8★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.8★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–8 PM · Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12:30 PM · Sun 11 AM–3 PM
    Address
    2121 W Spring Creek Pkwy #106, Plano, TX 75023
  18. Based in Frisco, 12 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 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
    5300 Town and Country Blvd Ste 240, Frisco, TX 75034
  19. Based in Plano, 9 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 11 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    4965 Preston Park Blvd #700, Plano, TX 75093
  20. Based in Plano, 12 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 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
    7800 Preston Rd #139, Plano, TX 75024

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

couples therapists in Farmers Branch, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Hoffman Collaborative Therapy655.0★ (3)5 mi
27Richards Michelle J652.4★ (7)11 mi
28The Marriage Place654.3★ (46)12 mi
29Dr. Jacqueline Campbell, ND, LPC-S654.9★ (46)10 mi
30Greater House Counseling655.0★ (42)16 mi
31Retrouvaille of Dallas645.0★ (5)13 mi
32LiveBeyond Counseling & Coaching, LLC - Southlake644.4★ (7)13 mi
33Cluff Counseling PLLC644.6★ (11)8 mi
34Linda B. Francis, LPC643.0★ (4)9 mi
35Dr. Monica Schocken643.0★ (4)12 mi
36Kristy Norris,LMFT644.3★ (4)13 mi
37Shane Adamson LCSW633.4★ (5)14 mi
38Journey On Counseling635.0★ (5)13 mi
39Warner Family Counseling634.7★ (31)11 mi
40Love Stories Counseling625.0★ (18)11 mi
41Coffeytalk624.8★ (11)10 mi
42Dickens Marriage Therapy625.0★ (3)13 mi
43Better Homes Counseling624.2★ (5)9 mi
44Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Irving624.8★ (74)4 mi
45Donald L. Camp, LPC, LMFT623.8★ (10)10 mi
46Coaching for Emotional Intelligence, PLLC625.0★ (22)12 mi
47Karen Ramirez, LPC625.0★ (6)13 mi
48Counseling Solutions of Texas625.0★ (12)12 mi
49Joy Vanderbeck624.5★ (15)17 mi
50Kim Reynolds622.3★ (3)15 mi

Also serving Farmers Branch

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 Farmers Branch
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Arise Counseling3.0★ (2)6 mi
Arise Counseling Center4.5★ (19)In Farmers Branch
Beyond CouplingIn Farmers Branch
Bluffview Counseling5.0★ (2)6 mi
Doug Scott Counseling, PLLC5.0★ (1)In Farmers Branch
Gail Ardman, MSSW5.0★ (1)In Farmers Branch
Healing Marriage Dallas3.0★ (2)5 mi
Kaydene Maitland, Counselor5.0★ (2)5 mi
KLP Counseling5.0★ (2)5 mi
Melissa Brown, LMFT, RPT Marigold Counseling5.0★ (2)6 mi
North Dallas Counseling Group5.0★ (2)In Farmers Branch
North Dallas Therapist5.0★ (2)6 mi
Open Table CounselingIn Farmers Branch
Phoenix Arise Counseling-Farmers Branch5.0★ (5)In Farmers Branch
Serenity Counseling GroupIn Farmers Branch
Silver Lining Couples and Family TherapyIn Farmers Branch
Sullivan Associates5.0★ (2)In Farmers Branch
Thrive Therapy4.3★ (24)In Farmers Branch
Vazier Counseling, PLLC | April Murray-Bravo, LMFT, CST5.0★ (2)6 mi
WellNest Counseling, PLLC5.0★ (36)In Farmers Branch

How we ranked Farmers Branch couples therapists

We scored 438 Farmers Branch 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 Farmers Branch 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 Farmers Branch: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Farmers Branch?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Farmers Branch, TX is Relevant Connections Counseling and Couples Therapy with an RP Score of 72/100. It has 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 12 AM. The Bridge Christian Counseling Center (#2) and Texas Christian Counseling, Carrollton (#3) follow. We ranked 438 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Farmers Branch?

RankedPsychologists ranks 438 couples therapists serving Farmers Branch, TX. 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 Farmers Branch work on weekends?

173 of 438 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 45 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Relevant Connections Counseling and Couples Therapy (#1), The Bridge Christian Counseling Center (#2) and Texas Christian Counseling, Carrollton (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Farmers Branch couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 438 rated couples therapists in Farmers Branch is 4.9★, with a median of 9 reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Irving has the most, 74 reviews, and ranks #44. 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 Farmers Branch count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Farmers Branch 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 Farmers Branch 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 Farmers Branch

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 438 couples therapists serving Farmers Branch.
  2. November 2026: 3 duplicate listings merged.