Ranked #1 in Haines City
Based in Auburndale, 19 mi away
57/100RP Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 143 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Best Couples Therapists in Haines City, FL (2026)
41 couples therapists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Haines City: Love Bug Coaching and Consulting(Marriage, Family, Relationship and Individual), RP Score 57/100; 4.9★ from 143 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 9
Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Lakeland, 491 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 41 ranked; ranked #9.
Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
41 Haines City couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 13 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 41 rated practices.
Top 10 couples therapists in Haines City 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.
| Rank | Business | RP Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Love Bug Coaching and Consulting(Marriage, Family, Relationship and Individual) | 57 | 4.9★ (143) | Auburndale, 19 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | Clarity Care Counseling Services LLC | 55 | 5.0★ (10) | Winter Haven, 10 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Coaching By Myles | 54 | 5.0★ (4) | Winter Haven, 10 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Family Life Counseling Center | 53 | 5.0★ (8) | Four Corners, 5 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | Fit Counseling- Virtual Therapy Florida | 50 | 4.9★ (30) | Coconut Creek, 11 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 6 | LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Celebration | 49 | 4.5★ (366) | Citrus Ridge, 14 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Champion Families Counseling | 49 | 5.0★ (13) | Kissimmee, 14 mi away | Sat | — |
| 8 | Carolann Brooks, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner | 48 | 4.8★ (59) | Citrus Ridge, 14 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Lakeland | 47 | 4.6★ (491) | Lakeland, 20 mi away | Sat | Most reviews |
| 10 | Elecia Trowers, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner | 47 | 4.9★ (31) | Citrus Ridge, 14 mi away | — | — |
The 41 best couples therapists in Haines City, 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.
Scores below: based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Winter Haven, 10 mi away
55/100RP ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based in Winter Haven, 10 mi away
54/100RP ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based in Four Corners, 5 mi away
53/100RP ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.
Based in Coconut Creek, 11 mi away
50/100RP ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based in Citrus Ridge, 14 mi away
49/100RP ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 366 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.
Based in Kissimmee, 14 mi away
49/100RP ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based in Citrus Ridge, 14 mi away
48/100RP ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 59 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.
Based in Lakeland, 20 mi away
47/100RP ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 491 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.
Based in Citrus Ridge, 14 mi away
47/100RP ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.
Based in Citrus Ridge, 14 mi away
47/100RP ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.
Based in Lakeland, 20 mi away
46/100RP ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 76 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based in Kissimmee, 18 mi away
46/100RP ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 419 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.
Based in Four Corners, 14 mi away
46/100RP ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based in Citrus Ridge, 14 mi away
45/100RP ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based in Kissimmee, 14 mi away
45/100RP ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.
Based in Four Corners, 14 mi away
45/100RP ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based in Four Corners, 14 mi away
45/100RP ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based in Kissimmee, 14 mi away
45/100RP ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based in Lakeland, 20 mi away
45/100RP ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based in Lakeland, 20 mi away
45/100RP ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based in Lake Wales, 15 mi away
45/100RP ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.
Based in Lakeland, 20 mi away
44/100RP ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based in Kissimmee, 18 mi away
44/100RP ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based in Lakeland, 20 mi away
44/100RP ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
All 41 couples therapists
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #41, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | RP Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | John Dwyer, Counselor | 44 | 5.0★ (9) | 20 mi |
| 27 | Holly Kegel, Counselor | 44 | 5.0★ (7) | 20 mi |
| 28 | Mercedes Gibbons, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner | 43 | 4.7★ (31) | 18 mi |
| 29 | Kayla Rodriguez, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner | 43 | 5.0★ (5) | 20 mi |
| 30 | Miriam Candelaria, Counselor | 43 | 4.8★ (20) | 18 mi |
| 31 | Ines Vilar, Counselor | 43 | 5.0★ (12) | 18 mi |
| 32 | Allison Meade Pineau, Counselor | 43 | 5.0★ (11) | 18 mi |
| 33 | Elizabeth Schafer, Counselor | 43 | 5.0★ (11) | 18 mi |
| 34 | Personal Development Therapy | 43 | 5.0★ (7) | 18 mi |
| 35 | Jeanette Martinez, Counselor | 42 | 5.0★ (8) | 18 mi |
| 36 | Aba Andah, Counselor | 42 | 5.0★ (7) | 18 mi |
| 37 | John Mcdonald, Counselor | 41 | 5.0★ (4) | 18 mi |
| 38 | A Second Wind Counseling | 41 | 5.0★ (3) | 18 mi |
| 39 | ACS Wellness Group Inc | 40 | 2.6★ (11) | 18 mi |
| 40 | Connected Pathways LLC | 39 | 3.7★ (6) | 20 mi |
| 41 | Mindful Behavioral Healthcare | 39 | 3.2★ (375) | 19 mi |
Also serving Haines City
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.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Agape & Solace Counseling LLC | 5.0★ (9) | In Haines City |
| Agape & Solace Counseling LLC | 5.0★ (1) | In Haines City |
| Behavioral Healthcare Services, LLC | 10 mi | |
| Christian Guirado, Counselor | 14 mi | |
| Family Life Counseling Center | 13 mi | |
| FIRST STEP THERAPY-HAINES CITY | 4.8★ (38) | In Haines City |
| Gloria Lopez, Therapist | 5.0★ (1) | 18 mi |
| Harmony United Psychiatric Care - Haines City | 5.0★ (33) | In Haines City |
| Hi Five Services LLC | 5.0★ (51) | In Haines City |
| Kristie Cooley, Counselor | 14 mi | |
| Lee Barrow LLC Counseling | 5.0★ (1) | 19 mi |
| Life Thrive Solutions | 18 mi | |
| Lisa Scheidt, Counselor | 5.0★ (1) | 20 mi |
| PLM Listening Daughter | 1 mi | |
| Power Within Counseling & Consultation | 4.2★ (11) | In Haines City |
| Rachael Smithey, Counselor | 5.0★ (2) | 14 mi |
| Richard J. Vantrease, LMFT | 15 mi | |
| Steadfast Love Lab | 9 mi | |
| Vickie Posey-Kerlin, Counselor | 4.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| We Strive Counseling | 5.0★ (4) | In Haines City |
How we ranked Haines City couples therapists
We scored 41 Haines City 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Haines City data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Review volume | 5% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of Google reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availability | Measured |
| Specialty focus | 25% | How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 15% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
How to choose a couples therapist
- Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
- Make sure couples and marriage counseling is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
- Ask what training they have in couples work specifically (for example the Gottman Method or Emotionally Focused Therapy).
- 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.
- Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
- 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 Haines City: frequently asked questions
Who is the best couples therapist in Haines City?
By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Haines City, FL is Love Bug Coaching and Consulting(Marriage, Family, Relationship and Individual) with an RP Score of 57/100. It has 4.9★ from 143 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Clarity Care Counseling Services LLC (#2) and Coaching By Myles (#3) follow. We ranked 41 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many couples therapists are there in Haines City?
RankedPsychologists ranks 41 couples therapists serving Haines City, FL. 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 Haines City work on weekends?
13 of 41 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Love Bug Coaching and Consulting(Marriage, Family, Relationship and Individual) (#1), Clarity Care Counseling Services LLC (#2) and Coaching By Myles (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.
What Google rating do Haines City couples therapists have?
The median Google rating among 41 rated couples therapists in Haines City is 5.0★, with a median of 11 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Lakeland has the most, 491 reviews, and ranks #9. 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 Haines City count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Haines City 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 Haines City 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 Haines City
- November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 41 couples therapists serving Haines City.
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