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Best Couples Therapists in Greenville, SC (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Greenville: Next Generation Counseling, LLC, RP Score 75/100; 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

  2. 5

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Greenville, 444 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 52 ranked; ranked #5.

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

52 Greenville couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 3 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 52 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in Greenville 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 Greenville at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Next Generation Counseling, LLC755.0★ (4)Greenville—Overall
2Relationship Coaching & Coupling745.0★ (9)Berea, 2 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Suntia Smith, MSW, LISW724.8★ (43)Greenville——
4Hadley H. Mullen, LISW-CP685.0★ (3)Greenville——
5Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Greenville664.5★ (444)GreenvilleSat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
6Dr. Rick Barr - Individual, Marriage and Family Counseling654.1★ (9)Simpsonville, 10 mi awaySat · Evenings—
7RB Therapy, LLC635.0★ (3)Gantt, 7 mi away——
8Eastside Family Therapy Associates623.5★ (8)Greer, 8 mi away——
9Word of God Christian Marriage Counseling615.0★ (3)GreenvilleEvenings—
10A Choice Christian Counseling605.0★ (3)Greenville——

The 52 best couples therapists in Greenville, 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.

  3. #3 Suntia Smith, MSW, LISW

    Based in Greenville

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 43 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 43 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3445 Pelham Rd Ste B, Greenville, SC 29615
    View profile for Suntia Smith, MSW, LISW(864) 559-8181

  4. #4 Hadley H. Mullen, LISW-CP

    Based in Greenville

    68/100RP 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 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue–Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    Cleveland Therapy, 7C Cleveland Ct, Greenville, SC 29607
    View profile for Hadley H. Mullen, LISW-CP(864) 350-4572

  6. #6 Dr. Rick Barr - Individual, Marriage and Family Counseling

    Based in Simpsonville, 10 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    700 NE Main St, Simpsonville, SC 29681
    View profile for Dr. Rick Barr - Individual, Marriage and Family Counseling(864) 354-4920

  7. #7 RB Therapy, LLC

    Based in Gantt, 7 mi away

    63/100RP 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 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri 10 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3113 SC-153 Ste d, Piedmont, SC 29673
    View profile for RB Therapy, LLC(864) 209-1633

  11. #11 Joshua Neuer, LLC Counseling

    Based in Greenville

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 106 Google reviews, based in Greenville.

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

    • 5.0★ from 106 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 10 AM–3 PM · Thu 10 AM–4 PM · Fri 10 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1326 Haywood Rd Ste 202, Greenville, SC 29615
    View profile for Joshua Neuer, LLC Counseling(864) 660-3844

  12. #12 Consola Esambe, Psychiatrist

    Based in Greenville

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 62 Google reviews, based in Greenville.

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

    • 4.9★ from 62 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    30 Patewood Dr Bldg 2, Suite 160, Greenville, SC 29615
    View profile for Consola Esambe, Psychiatrist(864) 823-6649

  13. #13 LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Greenville

    Based in Greenville

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.4★ from 294 Google reviews, based in Greenville.

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

    • 4.4★ from 294 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    30 Patewood Dr Bldg 2, Suite 160, Greenville, SC 29615
    View profile for LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Greenville(864) 823-6649

  14. #14 Regarding You Therapy

    Based in Greenville

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews, based in Greenville.

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

    • 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    100 Whitsett St, Greenville, SC 29601
    View profile for Regarding You Therapy(864) 214-5680

  16. #16 Riner Counseling, LLC

    Based in Greenville

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews, based in Greenville.

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

    • 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1990 Augusta St, Greenville, SC 29605
    View profile for Riner Counseling, LLC(864) 666-3538

  17. #17 Dr. Martha Smith, Counselor

    Based in Greenville

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 30 Google reviews, based in Greenville.

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

    • 4.8★ from 30 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    30 Patewood Dr Bldg 2, Suite 160, Greenville, SC 29615
    View profile for Dr. Martha Smith, Counselor(864) 823-6649

  18. #18 Alba Giraldo, Counselor

    Based in Greenville

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 23 Google reviews, based in Greenville.

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

    • 4.9★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    30 Patewood Dr Bldg 2, Suite 160, Greenville, SC 29615
    View profile for Alba Giraldo, Counselor(864) 823-6649

  19. #19 Porsha Kimbrough, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Greenville

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, based in Greenville.

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

    • 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    30 Patewood Dr Bldg 2, Suite 160, Greenville, SC 29615
    View profile for Porsha Kimbrough, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(864) 823-6649

  21. #21 Dawn M. Harbin, Counselor

    Based in Greenville

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 15 Google reviews, based in Greenville.

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

    • 4.9★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    30 Patewood Dr Bldg 2, Suite 160, Greenville, SC 29615
    View profile for Dawn M. Harbin, Counselor(864) 823-6649

  23. #23 Julia Rodriguez, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Greenville

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, based in Greenville.

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

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    30 Patewood Dr Bldg 2, Suite 160, Greenville, SC 29615
    View profile for Julia Rodriguez, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(864) 823-6649

  24. #24 Yvonne Fernandez, Counselor

    Based in Greenville

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 9 Google reviews, based in Greenville.

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

    • 4.9★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    30 Patewood Dr Bldg 2, Suite 160, Greenville, SC 29615
    View profile for Yvonne Fernandez, Counselor(864) 823-6649

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

couples therapists in Greenville, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Nancy Drouse, Counselor575.0★ (7)In Greenville
27Endeavor Counseling Associates575.0★ (8)In Greenville
28Misha Gibson, Counselor564.9★ (7)In Greenville
29Modern Wellness Family Counseling (Greenville)564.6★ (9)In Greenville
30Elena Corral Therapy565.0★ (9)In Greenville
31City Center Counseling Ministries565.0★ (3)In Greenville
32Emerge Family Therapy Center & Teaching Clinic564.3★ (4)In Greenville
33Michael Tran, Psychiatrist564.1★ (9)In Greenville
34Emily Strain, Counselor564.1★ (9)In Greenville
35Amy Lowe, Counselor565.0★ (4)In Greenville
36Associates at Park Avenue LLC565.0★ (4)In Greenville
37Upstate Restorative Counseling, LLC565.0★ (4)In Greenville
38Mindful Upstate Counseling565.0★ (4)In Greenville
39Still Wind Ministries565.0★ (3)In Greenville
40Hope & Healing Family Counseling, LLC564.6★ (9)In Greenville
41All About Change563.6★ (30)In Greenville
42Mary Katherine Therapy555.0★ (3)In Greenville
43Greenville Therapy Center552.1★ (7)In Greenville
44Gregory S. Smith & Associates, P.A.534.5★ (46)6 mi
45Upstate Family Solutions514.7★ (14)8 mi
46Whole Self Counseling505.0★ (7)8 mi
47Fawn Moyer, LPC504.2★ (5)8 mi
48Robins Nest Counseling, LLC485.0★ (5)10 mi
49Laura Long Therapy Services, LLC485.0★ (4)10 mi
50LivingRite Mental Health Therapy Services475.0★ (3)12 mi

Also serving Greenville

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 Greenville
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Abundant Grace International5.0★ (23)In Greenville
Amaryllis Counseling3.5★ (17)In Greenville
Beyond Limits Neurofeedback4.9★ (29)In Greenville
Beyond Now Counseling LLC5.0★ (16)In Greenville
Bloom Therapy Center3.9★ (54)In Greenville
Canterbury Counseling Center3.2★ (17)In Greenville
Carolina Family Services3.5★ (37)In Greenville
Compass of Carolina2.5★ (29)In Greenville
Greenville Brain Training5.0★ (29)In Greenville
Greenville Mental Health Center2.0★ (82)In Greenville
Healing Valleys Counseling5.0★ (17)In Greenville
iTrust Wellness4.6★ (438)In Greenville
Milestone Therapy Group LLC.5.0★ (30)In Greenville
MindWell Mental Health4.8★ (199)In Greenville
New Beginnings Palmetto, LLC3.3★ (39)In Greenville
Next Step Counseling5.0★ (15)In Greenville
Piedmont Psychiatric Services4.3★ (440)In Greenville
Recovery Centers of America at Greenville4.7★ (274)In Greenville
True to Herself Therapy for Girls and Women4.8★ (18)In Greenville
Vive Greenville3.8★ (20)In Greenville

How we ranked Greenville couples therapists

We scored 52 Greenville 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 Greenville 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 Greenville: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Greenville?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Greenville, SC is Next Generation Counseling, LLC with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews. Relationship Coaching & Coupling (#2) and Suntia Smith, MSW, LISW (#3) follow. We ranked 52 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Greenville?

RankedPsychologists ranks 52 couples therapists serving Greenville, SC. 39 of them are based in Greenville; 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 Greenville work on weekends?

3 of 52 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Relationship Coaching & Coupling (#2), Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Greenville (#5) and Dr. Rick Barr - Individual, Marriage and Family Counseling (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Greenville couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 52 rated couples therapists in Greenville is 5.0★, with a median of 9 reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Greenville has the most, 444 reviews, and ranks #5. 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 Greenville count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 52 couples therapists serving Greenville.

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