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Best Couples Therapists in Greensboro, NC (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Greensboro: Awakenings Center for Couples and Sex Therapy, RP Score 76/100; 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 2

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Greensboro, 238 Google reviews at 4.3★, the most of 37 ranked; ranked #2.

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

37 Greensboro couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 8 open Saturdays and 5 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 37 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in Greensboro 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 Greensboro at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Awakenings Center for Couples and Sex Therapy764.3★ (12)GreensboroSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Greensboro654.3★ (238)GreensboroSat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
3Santos Counseling P.L.L.C624.7★ (96)GreensboroSat—
4Revive Counseling & Wellness Center, PLLC615.0★ (4)Greensboro——
5Kim S. Johnson, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner605.0★ (66)Greensboro——
6LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Greensboro604.7★ (138)Greensboro——
7In Progress Therapy - Claire Harward LMFT605.0★ (4)High Point, 15 mi awaySun · Evenings—
8The Queens Healing Touch Therapy & Reiki, PLLC594.2★ (5)GreensboroSat · Evenings—
9Robert Milan LCSW595.0★ (4)GreensboroSat · Evenings—
10WellSpace Counseling & Consulting595.0★ (4)GreensboroSat · Evenings—

The 37 best couples therapists in Greensboro, 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 Greensboro

    #1 Awakenings Center for Couples and Sex Therapy

    Based in Greensboro

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    216-2 S Swing Rd, Greensboro, NC 27409
    View profile for Awakenings Center for Couples and Sex Therapy(336) 257-0404

  3. #3 Santos Counseling P.L.L.C

    Based in Greensboro

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.7★ from 96 Google reviews, based in Greensboro.

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

    • 4.7★ from 96 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    411 Dolley Madison Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410
    View profile for Santos Counseling P.L.L.C(336) 663-6570

  7. #7 In Progress Therapy - Claire Harward LMFT

    Based in High Point, 15 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 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 9 AM–3 PM · Tue 1 PM–7 PM · Wed 11 AM–6 PM · Thu–Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–3 PM
    Address
    200 W Parkway Ave Suite 5, High Point, NC 27262
    View profile for In Progress Therapy - Claire Harward LMFT(919) 295-9549

  9. #9 Robert Milan LCSW

    Based in Greensboro

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, based in Greensboro.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–7 PM · Sat 9:30 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    200 E Bessemer Ave, Greensboro, NC 27401
    View profile for Robert Milan LCSW(336) 378-1200

  13. #13 TherapyWorks

    Based in Greensboro

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and proximity: 2.3★ from 4 Google reviews, based in Greensboro.

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

    • 2.3★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1451 S Elm-Eugene St Suite 2005, Greensboro, NC 27406
    View profile for TherapyWorks(336) 202-0846

  14. #14 Denise Logan, Counselor

    Based in Greensboro

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 14 Google reviews, based in Greensboro.

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

    • 4.9★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3625 N Elm St Suite 130, Greensboro, NC 27455
    View profile for Denise Logan, Counselor(743) 337-7410

  16. #16 Kim Addo, Counselor

    Based in Greensboro

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, based in Greensboro.

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

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3625 N Elm St Suite 130, Greensboro, NC 27455
    View profile for Kim Addo, Counselor(743) 337-7410

  17. #17 Bethany LCMHC, Counselor

    Based in Greensboro

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, based in Greensboro.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3625 N Elm St Suite 130, Greensboro, NC 27455
    View profile for Bethany LCMHC, Counselor(743) 337-7410

  19. #19 A Path to Wellness

    Based in Greensboro

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.7★ from 15 Google reviews, based in Greensboro.

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

    • 3.7★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    612 N Greene St, Greensboro, NC 27401
    View profile for A Path to Wellness(336) 604-5100

  21. #21 Latisha Chambers, Counselor

    Based in Greensboro

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, based in Greensboro.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3625 N Elm St Suite 130, Greensboro, NC 27455
    View profile for Latisha Chambers, Counselor(743) 337-7410

  24. #24 Aereil Moore, Counselor

    Based in Greensboro

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, based in Greensboro.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3625 N Elm St #130, Greensboro, NC 27455
    View profile for Aereil Moore, Counselor(743) 337-7410

  25. #25 Safiyyah Feaster, Counselor

    Based in Greensboro

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, based in Greensboro.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3625 N Elm St Suite 130, Greensboro, NC 27455
    View profile for Safiyyah Feaster, Counselor(743) 337-7410

All 37 couples therapists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #37, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

couples therapists in Greensboro, ranks 26 to 37
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Ananda Hodgson, Counselor564.7★ (3)In Greensboro
27Amethyst Consulting & Treatment Solutions, PLLC563.6★ (12)In Greensboro
28Greenway Counseling & Wellness554.4★ (9)9 mi
29Zephaniah Services552.6★ (8)In Greensboro
30Pursuit of Wellness Counseling PLLC535.0★ (7)4 mi
31The Center For Holistic Healing494.2★ (15)10 mi
32JPB Counseling485.0★ (4)15 mi
33Emberhaven - High Point463.4★ (7)12 mi
34Daymark Recovery Services - Archdale Outpatient Center454.1★ (16)15 mi
35Insight Therapeutic and Wellness Solutions, PLLC445.0★ (15)18 mi
36Oasis Counseling Center, Inc.424.0★ (11)19 mi
37Insight Professional Counseling Services424.6★ (11)19 mi

Also serving Greensboro

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 Greensboro
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Carolina Attention Specialists4.6★ (415)In Greensboro
Carolina Psychological Associates, P.A.3.1★ (19)In Greensboro
Dr. Rupinder Kaur, MD4.3★ (132)In Greensboro
Dwell Christian Therapy & Training5.0★ (17)In Greensboro
Emberhaven - Greensboro4.0★ (12)In Greensboro
Embracing Me Counseling PLLC4.8★ (47)In Greensboro
Empowerment Counseling Ministries4.8★ (17)In Greensboro
Family Solutions3.3★ (18)In Greensboro
GoldStar Counseling and Wellness Center4.1★ (26)In Greensboro
Guilford Counseling, PLLC4.3★ (31)In Greensboro
Journeys Counseling Center3.5★ (26)In Greensboro
Neuropsychiatric Care Center PLLC4.5★ (286)In Greensboro
Piedmont Partners for Mental Health4.9★ (232)In Greensboro
Restoration Place Counseling4.3★ (19)In Greensboro
Sante Counseling4.5★ (23)In Greensboro
The Oaks Therapeutic Community: Counseling & Wellness5.0★ (184)In Greensboro
Three Birds Counseling & Clinical Supervision4.8★ (18)In Greensboro
Triad Psychiatric & Counseling Center, Greensboro2.8★ (116)In Greensboro
Whispering Willows Counseling & Wellness Center, PLLC4.7★ (15)In Greensboro
Wise Mind Mental Health Therapy4.8★ (12)In Greensboro

How we ranked Greensboro couples therapists

We scored 37 Greensboro 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 Greensboro 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 Greensboro: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Greensboro?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Greensboro, NC is Awakenings Center for Couples and Sex Therapy with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Greensboro (#2) and Santos Counseling P.L.L.C (#3) follow. We ranked 37 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Greensboro?

RankedPsychologists ranks 37 couples therapists serving Greensboro, NC. 27 of them are based in Greensboro; 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 Greensboro work on weekends?

8 of 37 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 5 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Awakenings Center for Couples and Sex Therapy (#1), Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Greensboro (#2) and Santos Counseling P.L.L.C (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Greensboro couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 37 rated couples therapists in Greensboro is 4.8★, with a median of 9 reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Greensboro has the most, 238 reviews, and ranks #2. 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 Greensboro count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 37 couples therapists serving Greensboro.

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