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Best Couples Therapists in Herndon, VA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Herndon: Lindsey Hoskins & Associates, Couple & Family Therapy, RP Score 75/100; 4.3★ from 15 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 30

    Most-reviewed: DC Hypnosis, 172 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 264 ranked; ranked #30.

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

264 Herndon couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 88 open Saturdays and 49 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 264 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in Herndon 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 Herndon at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Lindsey Hoskins & Associates, Couple & Family Therapy754.3★ (15)Sterling, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Well Marriage Center - Reston744.7★ (17)HerndonSat · Evenings—
3Communicate & Connect Counseling695.0★ (8)Fairfax, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Well Marriage Center - Fairfax694.8★ (76)Fairfax, 10 mi awaySat · Evenings—
5A Passionate Life, LLC685.0★ (6)Centreville, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Lindsey Hoskins & Associates, Couple & Family Therapy674.4★ (21)Bethesda, 16 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7The Center for Connection, Healing and Change, Fairfax Office653.7★ (3)Fairfax, 9 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8Loudoun Family & Relationship Counseling644.0★ (3)Leesburg, 12 mi away——
9Well Marriage Center - McLean645.0★ (3)McLean, 11 mi awaySat · Evenings—
10Cardinal Light Counseling, PLLC645.0★ (3)Fairfax, 7 mi away——

The 264 best couples therapists in Herndon, 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 Herndon

    Based in Sterling, 5 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.3★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    46175 Westlake Dr Ste 410, Sterling, VA 20165
  2. 74/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.7★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    435A Carlisle Dr Suite 105, Herndon, VA 20170
  3. Based in Fairfax, 10 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 76 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 76 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    10605 Judicial Dr suite a-1, Fairfax, VA 22030
  4. Based in Centreville, 10 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–6 PM
    Address
    15250 Eagle Tavern Way, Centreville, VA 20120
  5. 65/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 5 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 5 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–11 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    3930 Walnut St #250, Fairfax, VA 22030
  6. Based in McLean, 11 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 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–Fri 8 AM–10 PM · Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1487 Chain Bridge Rd Ste 203, McLean, VA 22101
  7. Based in Fairfax, 7 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 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–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    Virtual Address, 4000 Legato Rd Fl 11, Fairfax, VA 22033
  8. Based in Gaithersburg, 13 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 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 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    316 Main St Ste 200b, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
  9. Based in North Bethesda, 16 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–9 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 7 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    11810 Grand Park Ave #500, North Bethesda, MD 20852
  10. Based in Vienna, 8 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 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–Thu 10 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    243 Church St NW, Vienna, VA 22180
  11. Based in Bethesda, 16 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat closed · Sun 2 PM–5 PM
    Address
    4401 East-West Hwy #305, Bethesda, MD 20814
  12. Based in Herndon

    62/100RP Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 2 PM–8 PM
    Address
    1001 Merlins Ct, Herndon, VA 20170
  13. Based in Rockville, 16 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1680 E Gude Dr Service Rd Ste 301, Rockville, MD 20850
  14. Based in Leesburg, 9 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 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 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    19420 Golf Vista Plaza STE 330, Leesburg, VA 20176
  15. Based in Bethesda, 16 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    4405 East-West Hwy #408, Bethesda, MD 20814
  16. Based in Leesburg, 14 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.7★ from 27 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    30 Catoctin Cir SE, Leesburg, VA 20175
  17. Based in Manassas, 15 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    8781 Mathis Ave, Manassas, VA 20110
  18. Based in Camp Springs, 14 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 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–Wed 2 PM–8 PM · Thu 10 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
  19. Based in Reston, 3 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.7★ from 17 Google reviews, 3 mi from Herndon.

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

    • 3.7★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sun 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
    Address
    11495 Sunset Hills Rd Ste 202, Reston, VA 20190
  20. Based in Silver Spring, 19 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.7★ from 46 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 46 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–2 PM
    Address
    8555 16th St, Silver Spring, MD 20910

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

couples therapists in Herndon, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Jackie Aston Therapy | Relationship Therapy and Coaching for Couples & Individuals605.0★ (13)14 mi
27Joshua Crocker, LMFT605.0★ (5)12 mi
28Thriveworks Psychiatry & Counseling Ashburn604.9★ (57)7 mi
29Dulles Psychological Services604.1★ (22)4 mi
30DC Hypnosis605.0★ (172)10 mi
31Betsy Tseronis, LCPC. Effective Relationship Therapy594.2★ (5)13 mi
32ALCC Mental Health= Coupes and Family therapy593.3★ (16)16 mi
33Cushing Counseling Sex and Couples Therapy595.0★ (11)16 mi
34Select Counseling595.0★ (6)14 mi
35David Heebner LLC592.6★ (5)7 mi
36Well Marriage Center - Arlington595.0★ (16)16 mi
37Wendy Iglehart, LCPC, LLC584.4★ (7)14 mi
38Creating Healthy Connections LLC585.0★ (3)14 mi
39Alpha Omega Clinic583.4★ (5)13 mi
40Sage Oak Psychotherapy & Wellness585.0★ (4)15 mi
41The Haven Center for Therapy585.0★ (6)15 mi
42Healed Like Kintsugi LLC585.0★ (4)14 mi
43Laurel Fay & Associates574.0★ (4)19 mi
44Sunshine Consulting & Counseling, Inc.: Sherrie L Ludwick573.7★ (3)20 mi
45Finding Solutions Counseling Centers575.0★ (24)6 mi
46Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry McLean574.7★ (120)11 mi
47LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Reston574.4★ (88)2 mi
48Lori Ann Shapiro, Counselor563.4★ (5)16 mi
49Emotionally Focused Therapy Center565.0★ (31)20 mi
50Sunstone Counseling564.2★ (5)8 mi

Also serving Herndon

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 Herndon
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Alison Behar, LCSW at Therapy With Compassion, LLC5.0★ (1)In Herndon
Beth Spring TherapyIn Herndon
Carlos Silva, PhD4.7★ (11)In Herndon
Dr. Anne Miniter McKay, PhD LPC NCC CCMHC4.8★ (31)In Herndon
Dr. Dina FriedmanIn Herndon
Ellie Mental Health4.8★ (47)In Herndon
Empowering Counseling Strategies, PLLC4.5★ (2)In Herndon
Fulcrum Psychotherapy5.0★ (2)In Herndon
Integrative Counseling Solutions5.0★ (5)In Herndon
Jackie L. Stout, LCSW5.0★ (2)In Herndon
John Goll Counseling, Inc.5.0★ (1)In Herndon
Jp Gonzalez Counseling and Consultation Services5.0★ (4)In Herndon
Laurie Levine LCSW LLC4.7★ (37)In Herndon
Maria Londono​, LPC, LLCIn Herndon
Martha Fischer Therapy5.0★ (1)In Herndon
Michael T Greelis PhD LPC5.0★ (1)In Herndon
NOVA Mental Health Counseling5.0★ (1)In Herndon
Oak Hill Psychological Services, PLLC3.5★ (8)In Herndon
Sandra Goncalves5.0★ (1)In Herndon
Terry Jacob Licensed Professional Counselor5.0★ (1)In Herndon

How we ranked Herndon couples therapists

We scored 264 Herndon 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 Herndon 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 Herndon: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Herndon?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Herndon, VA is Lindsey Hoskins & Associates, Couple & Family Therapy with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 4.3★ from 15 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Well Marriage Center - Reston (#2) and Communicate & Connect Counseling (#3) follow. We ranked 264 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Herndon?

RankedPsychologists ranks 264 couples therapists serving Herndon, VA. 2 of them are based in Herndon; 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 Herndon work on weekends?

88 of 264 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 49 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Lindsey Hoskins & Associates, Couple & Family Therapy (#1), Well Marriage Center - Reston (#2) and Communicate & Connect Counseling (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Herndon couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 264 rated couples therapists in Herndon is 4.8★, with a median of 9 reviews. DC Hypnosis has the most, 172 reviews, and ranks #30. 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 Herndon count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 264 couples therapists serving Herndon.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.