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Best Couples Therapists in Farmington Hills, MI (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Farmington Hills: Agape One Certified Relationship Coaching, RP Score 71/100; 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 12 PM.

  2. 25

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Southfield, 214 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 246 ranked; ranked #25.

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

246 Farmington Hills couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 110 open Saturdays and 42 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 246 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in Farmington Hills 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 Farmington Hills at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Agape One Certified Relationship Coaching715.0★ (5)Farmington HillsSat · EveningsOverall
2Greg Dudzinski MS LPC-The Art of Relationships, PLLC704.9★ (166)Southfield, 9 mi awaySat · Evenings—
3Relationship Institute693.3★ (4)Farmington, 4 mi awaySat · Evenings—
4Michigan Family Institute684.2★ (6)Southfield, 8 mi away——
5Reconnect Marraige Ministries674.9★ (29)Romulus, 9 mi awaySat · Evenings—
6Relationship Academy MI654.2★ (5)Royal Oak, 12 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Tracey Stulberg651.0★ (5)Birmingham, 9 mi away——
8Viewpoint Psychology & Wellness644.5★ (88)Farmington HillsSat · Sun · Evenings—
9Guided Solutions Relationship Center645.0★ (6)Troy, 11 mi awaySat · Evenings—
10Total Mind Wellness: Dr. Anita Manns, DNP, ANP-C, PMHNP-BC644.6★ (50)Farmington HillsSat · Sun—

The 246 best couples therapists in Farmington Hills, 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.

  2. #2 Greg Dudzinski MS LPC-The Art of Relationships, PLLC

    Based in Southfield, 9 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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
    View profile for Greg Dudzinski MS LPC-The Art of Relationships, PLLC(313) 614-9498

  3. #3 Relationship Institute

    Based in Farmington, 4 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 3.3★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–9 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    21800 Haggerty Rd Ste 220, Northville, MI 48167
    View profile for Relationship Institute(734) 887-1785

  4. #4 Michigan Family Institute

    Based in Southfield, 8 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 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
    View profile for Michigan Family Institute(248) 593-4784

  6. #6 Relationship Academy MI

    Based in Royal Oak, 12 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 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
    View profile for Relationship Academy MI(947) 800-5570

  7. #7 Tracey Stulberg

    Based in Birmingham, 9 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 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
    View profile for Tracey Stulberg(248) 258-9189

  10. #10 Total Mind Wellness: Dr. Anita Manns, DNP, ANP-C, PMHNP-BC

    Based in Farmington Hills

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 50 Google reviews, based in Farmington Hills.

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

    • 4.6★ from 50 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM–4 PM
    Address
    26105 Orchard Lake Rd Unit 208, Farmington Hills, MI 48334
    View profile for Total Mind Wellness: Dr. Anita Manns, DNP, ANP-C, PMHNP-BC(734) 767-0165

  12. #12 Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry West Bloomfield

    Based in West Bloomfield Township, 4 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 121 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 121 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–11 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–9:30 PM
    Address
    7439 Middlebelt Rd #3, West Bloomfield Township, MI 48322
    View profile for Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry West Bloomfield(248) 609-3466

  15. #15 Dr. Ron Rice Psychologist

    Based in Farmington Hills

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.3★ from 11 Google reviews, based in Farmington Hills.

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

    • 4.3★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun 8 AM–12 PM
    Address
    32910 W 13 Mile Rd Ste d-402, Farmington Hills, MI 48334
    View profile for Dr. Ron Rice Psychologist(248) 760-2571

  18. #18 Kristen Qualls Counseling Services, PC

    Based in Rochester Hills, 18 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 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 7 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    1460 Walton Blvd. #202, Rochester Hills, MI 48309
    View profile for Kristen Qualls Counseling Services, PC(810) 397-4861

  19. #19 The Help Couch

    Based in Farmington Hills

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, based in Farmington Hills.

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

    • 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    28555 Orchard Lake Rd Unit 230, Farmington Hills, MI 48334
    View profile for The Help Couch(844) 442-6824

  20. #20 Joe Kort, Ph.D.

    Based in Royal Oak, 12 mi away

    61/100RP 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–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    25600 Woodward Ave #218, Royal Oak, MI 48067
    View profile for Joe Kort, Ph.D.(248) 399-7317

  21. #21 Sollars and Associates - West Bloomfield - Counseling and Psychology Services

    Based in West Bloomfield Township, 4 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    7035 Orchard Lake Rd #450, West Bloomfield Township, MI 48322
    View profile for Sollars and Associates - West Bloomfield - Counseling and Psychology Services(248) 882-8698

  22. #22 The Clarity Clinic

    Based in Beverly Hills, 5 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    30100 Telegraph Rd #273, Bingham Farms, MI 48025
    View profile for The Clarity Clinic(248) 491-8145

  23. #23 Galvin Growth Group

    Based in Novi, 5 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–4 PM
    Address
    43155 Main St Ste 2300G, Novi, MI 48375
    View profile for Galvin Growth Group(248) 800-6943

  25. #25 LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Southfield

    Based in Southfield, 5 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 214 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 214 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–9 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Sat 8:30 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    29201 Telegraph Rd Suite 550, Southfield, MI 48034
    View profile for LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Southfield(248) 213-0501

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

couples therapists in Farmington Hills, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Birmingham Family Therapy Clinic, Inc.593.0★ (18)9 mi
27Bright Pine Behavioral Health594.9★ (49)4 mi
28Ross L. Flynn, PhD595.0★ (3)18 mi
29Viewpoint Psychology & Wellness584.7★ (27)4 mi
30Southfield Therapists & Mental Health Solutions584.9★ (41)8 mi
31Sollars and Associates - Livonia - Counseling and Psychology Services583.7★ (3)4 mi
32Mala Child & Family Institute584.7★ (41)9 mi
33Lisa Kotula, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner585.0★ (22)5 mi
34Sollars and Associates - Novi - Counseling and Psychology Services573.2★ (6)5 mi
35Joni Shinn, Counselor574.8★ (26)5 mi
36Soul Works Therapy and Wellness575.0★ (19)5 mi
37Plymouth Mental Health - Counseling and Therapy Services574.7★ (53)9 mi
38LENA AGREE, JD, PSYD and Associates ~ Licensed Psychologist575.0★ (31)9 mi
39Shell Freeman, Counselor574.7★ (23)5 mi
40Healing Home Counseling Group575.0★ (19)5 mi
41Metanoia Counseling Inc.575.0★ (3)10 mi
42Wellness Counseling574.0★ (4)6 mi
43Angela Diallo, Counselor574.6★ (17)5 mi
44Great Lakes Psychology Group - Southfield573.8★ (37)In Farmington Hills
45Bradley Klemm, Counselor575.0★ (10)5 mi
46Akeyia Marshall, Counselor565.0★ (9)5 mi
47Horizon Counseling Services564.4★ (7)4 mi
48Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Troy564.8★ (106)12 mi
49Reset Brain and Body564.6★ (27)9 mi
50Guillermo Ethier, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner564.6★ (11)5 mi

Also serving Farmington Hills

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 Farmington Hills
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Advanced NeuroPsychiatric Specialists4.7★ (14)In Farmington Hills
Alexander H Sackeyfio PC3.9★ (11)In Farmington Hills
Bright Spot Counseling & EMDR Treatment Center4.8★ (104)In Farmington Hills
Buffalin Diane4.3★ (11)In Farmington Hills
Child and Family Solutions Center4.7★ (25)In Farmington Hills
Cotter John M4.2★ (11)In Farmington Hills
Elena Brand, PhD5.0★ (12)In Farmington Hills
Embodied Wellness, PLLC4.8★ (18)In Farmington Hills
Farmington Hills Center for Child Therapy4.9★ (44)In Farmington Hills
Feinberg Consulting, Inc.4.7★ (48)In Farmington Hills
Fulfilled Care Psychiatry4.9★ (156)In Farmington Hills
Hutchison & Associates3.8★ (11)In Farmington Hills
Jajo Psychiatry4.6★ (89)In Farmington Hills
Madison Marcus-Paddison, LMSW5.0★ (12)In Farmington Hills
Michigan Mental Wellness4.2★ (93)In Farmington Hills
NATALIE POOLE4.7★ (28)In Farmington Hills
New Oakland Family Centers3.9★ (54)In Farmington Hills
Premier Counseling4.9★ (41)In Farmington Hills
Samaritan Counseling Center3.9★ (14)In Farmington Hills
The Forgiveness Centers5.0★ (12)In Farmington Hills

How we ranked Farmington Hills couples therapists

We scored 246 Farmington Hills 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 Farmington Hills 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 Farmington Hills: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Farmington Hills?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Farmington Hills, MI is Agape One Certified Relationship Coaching with an RP Score of 71/100. It has 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 12 PM. Greg Dudzinski MS LPC-The Art of Relationships, PLLC (#2) and Relationship Institute (#3) follow. We ranked 246 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Farmington Hills?

RankedPsychologists ranks 246 couples therapists serving Farmington Hills, MI. 10 of them are based in Farmington Hills; 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 Farmington Hills work on weekends?

110 of 246 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 42 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Agape One Certified Relationship Coaching (#1), Greg Dudzinski MS LPC-The Art of Relationships, PLLC (#2) and Relationship Institute (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Farmington Hills couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 246 rated couples therapists in Farmington Hills is 4.7★, with a median of 11 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Southfield has the most, 214 reviews, and ranks #25. 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 Farmington Hills count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Farmington Hills 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 Farmington Hills 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 Farmington Hills

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 246 couples therapists serving Farmington Hills.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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