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Best Couples Therapists in Frederick, MD (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Frederick: Well Marriage Center - Frederick, RP Score 76/100; 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 6 PM.

  2. 20

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Germantown, 103 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 24 ranked; ranked #20.

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

24 Frederick couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 7 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 24 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in Frederick 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 Frederick at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Well Marriage Center - Frederick765.0★ (23)FrederickSat · EveningsOverall
2Allium Couples Therapy715.0★ (10)Frederick——
3Mindful Marriage and Family Therapy, LLC704.3★ (6)FrederickEvenings—
4A Marriage & Family Therapy & Coaching Center705.0★ (4)Frederick——
5Teresa Green, LPC - individual, and couples therapy and counseling in Frederick, MD674.2★ (5)Frederick——
6Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Frederick654.4★ (56)FrederickSat · Sun · Evenings—
7Kindred Tree Healing Center644.7★ (12)FrederickSat · Sun · Evenings—
8Robert F. Mannis, Ph.D615.0★ (13)FrederickSat—
9Linganore Counseling and Wellness614.2★ (5)Frederick——
10Safe Harbor Christian Counseling of Frederick604.8★ (60)Frederick——

The 24 best couples therapists in Frederick, 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 Frederick

    Based in Frederick

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    182 Thomas Johnson Dr Ste 200, Frederick, MD 21702
  2. Based in Frederick

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    314 Poultney Pl, New Market, MD 21774
  3. 67/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    22 S Market St, Frederick, MD 21701
  4. Based in Frederick

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, based in Frederick.

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

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    235 W Patrick St, Frederick, MD 21701
  5. 58/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews, based in Frederick.

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

    • 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    93 S McCain Dr Unit 1, Frederick, MD 21703
  6. Based in Frederick

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, based in Frederick.

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

    • 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–3 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    100 N Court St Ste 300, Frederick, MD 21701
  7. Based in Frederick

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, based in Frederick.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–6 PM · Tue 10 AM–7:30 PM · Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu 10 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    172 Thomas Johnson Dr, Frederick, MD 21702
  8. 56/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, based in Frederick.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–8 PM · Tue closed · Wed 8 AM–8 PM · Thu 8 AM–12 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    3 Hillcrest Dr A 202, Frederick, MD 21703
  9. Based in Germantown, 19 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 40 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Wedding service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 40 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 2 PM–10 PM · Tue–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–6 PM · Sun 3 PM–7 PM
    Address
    18000 Chatterly Terrace, Germantown, MD 20874
  10. Based in Gaithersburg, 20 mi away

    43/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    19634 Club House Rd Ste 315, Gaithersburg, MD 20886

Also serving Frederick

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 Frederick
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Allied Counseling Group2.6★ (8)In Frederick
Back 2 Basics Pediatric Therapy Services4.8★ (93)In Frederick
Brooks Behavioral Health Services, LLC5.0★ (32)In Frederick
Catoctin Counseling Center Inc.2.6★ (10)In Frederick
Center For Mind-Body Therapies4.2★ (5)In Frederick
Focus Recovery Center Frederick5.0★ (45)In Frederick
Frederick Christian Counseling4.7★ (13)In Frederick
Frederick Christian Counseling5.0★ (5)In Frederick
Key Elements Counseling LLC5.0★ (5)In Frederick
Life Change Therapy Now, LLC3.7★ (19)In Frederick
Mary Ellen Shea, LCPC5.0★ (16)In Frederick
Maryland Center for Gender & Intimacy3.8★ (9)In Frederick
Melissa Ward4.2★ (5)In Frederick
Mindful Haven Therapy4.8★ (10)In Frederick
MRB Counseling Services Inc4.2★ (26)In Frederick
Peace Of Mind Therapeutic Services & Solutions, LLC4.6★ (14)In Frederick
Serenity Treatment Center, Inc.4.7★ (76)In Frederick
Silver Psychotherapy - Frederick, Maryland Office4.0★ (46)In Frederick
SOL Mental Health Frederick Downtown Clinic3.4★ (27)In Frederick
Western Maryland Counseling Center, Inc Frederick4.7★ (12)In Frederick

How we ranked Frederick couples therapists

We scored 24 Frederick 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 Frederick 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 Frederick: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Frederick?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Frederick, MD is Well Marriage Center - Frederick with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 6 PM. Allium Couples Therapy (#2) and Mindful Marriage and Family Therapy, LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 24 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Frederick?

RankedPsychologists ranks 24 couples therapists serving Frederick, MD. 19 of them are based in Frederick; 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 Frederick work on weekends?

7 of 24 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Well Marriage Center - Frederick (#1), Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Frederick (#6) and Kindred Tree Healing Center (#7). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Frederick couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 24 rated couples therapists in Frederick is 4.8★, with a median of 11 reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Germantown has the most, 103 reviews, and ranks #20. 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 Frederick count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 24 couples therapists serving Frederick.