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Best Couples Therapists in Lansing, MI (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Lansing: Kelly Dietzel, MS, LLMFT, RP Score 76/100; 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

  2. 8

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Lansing, 747 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 60 ranked; ranked #8.

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

60 Lansing couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 4 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 60 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in Lansing 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 Lansing at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Kelly Dietzel, MS, LLMFT763.7★ (3)Lansing—Overall
2Monarch Counseling692.3★ (3)LansingEvenings—
3Assessment and Relationship Counseling Center673.0★ (4)Lansing——
4Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Lansing644.5★ (84)LansingSat · Sun · Evenings—
5LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Lansing614.8★ (489)Lansing——
6Uplift & Inspire Counseling and Consulting603.9★ (13)LansingSat · Evenings—
7COR Counseling- East Lansing, MI604.6★ (22)East Lansing, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Lansing604.5★ (747)Lansing—Most reviews
9Gerri Hagadon-Szakal, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner605.0★ (61)Lansing——
10Roy Meland, Psychiatrist604.9★ (80)Lansing——

The 60 best couples therapists in Lansing, 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 Lansing

    #1 Kelly Dietzel, MS, LLMFT

    Based in Lansing

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    1310 Turner Rd A, Lansing, MI 48906
    View profile for Kelly Dietzel, MS, LLMFT(586) 722-3698

  2. #2 Monarch Counseling

    Based in Lansing

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    306 S Creyts Rd, Lansing, MI 48917
    View profile for Monarch Counseling(517) 970-5970

  14. #14 Rishi Mahabir, Psychiatrist

    Based in Lansing

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 44 Google reviews, based in Lansing.

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

    • 4.8★ from 44 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3475 Belle Chase Way, Lansing, MI 48911
    View profile for Rishi Mahabir, Psychiatrist(517) 744-7389

  21. #21 Bonnie Miriani, Counselor

    Based in Lansing

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, based in Lansing.

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

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4136 Legacy Pkwy Suite 120, Lansing, MI 48911
    View profile for Bonnie Miriani, Counselor(734) 759-0000

  22. #22 Shelby Hope, Psychiatrist

    Based in Lansing

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, based in Lansing.

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

    • 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4136 Legacy Pkwy, Lansing, MI 48911
    View profile for Shelby Hope, Psychiatrist(734) 759-0000

  25. #25 Heidi Freeman, Counselor

    Based in Lansing

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, based in Lansing.

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

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4136 Legacy Pkwy, Lansing, MI 48911
    View profile for Heidi Freeman, Counselor(734) 759-0000

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

couples therapists in Lansing, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Jaleesa Atkins, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner585.0★ (12)In Lansing
27Mary Pietras, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner585.0★ (10)In Lansing
28Ronald H Bradley, Psychiatrist584.7★ (14)In Lansing
29Lisa Alicea, Counselor574.9★ (9)In Lansing
30William Tyler, Counselor575.0★ (8)In Lansing
31Janelle Wilkey, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner574.4★ (14)In Lansing
32Marilyn Mclane, Counselor574.4★ (14)In Lansing
33Melissa Lininger, Counselor575.0★ (7)In Lansing
34Michael Cooper, Counselor575.0★ (7)In Lansing
35James Loree, Counselor575.0★ (6)In Lansing
36Margaret Meister, Counselor575.0★ (6)In Lansing
37LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists East Lansing574.7★ (340)4 mi
38Deborah Mears, Counselor575.0★ (5)In Lansing
39Neal Perry, Counselor574.7★ (6)In Lansing
40Jeffrey Frey, Psychiatrist574.4★ (7)In Lansing
41David Picone, Psychiatrist574.0★ (12)In Lansing
42Jean Richman, Counselor575.0★ (4)In Lansing
43Chelsea Litwiller, Counselor575.0★ (3)In Lansing
44Courtney Yost, Counselor575.0★ (3)In Lansing
45Krista Stevens, Counselor575.0★ (3)In Lansing
46Insight Counseling Services564.0★ (6)In Lansing
47Eban Mackey, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner564.9★ (51)4 mi
48Carl Huntoon, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner565.0★ (36)4 mi
49Tonya Lake, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner565.0★ (27)4 mi
50Lori DiLorenzo, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner554.8★ (33)4 mi

Also serving Lansing

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 Lansing
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
a new day counseling, consulting and community services3.7★ (6)In Lansing
A New Hope Counseling Center, PLLC3.6★ (5)In Lansing
BeeLoved Counseling4.0★ (12)In Lansing
Beuerle Martha A5.0★ (4)In Lansing
Children’s Therapy Corner3.9★ (25)In Lansing
Clinton St. Counseling3.2★ (10)In Lansing
Cognitive Consultants3.4★ (19)In Lansing
Come As you are Counseling5.0★ (3)In Lansing
Dr. Levente von Heydrich3.9★ (11)In Lansing
Eaton County Counseling Center3.4★ (5)In Lansing
Healing With Katie4.7★ (57)In Lansing
Lighthouse Counseling Enterprises, PLLC5.0★ (33)In Lansing
Lotus Life Counseling5.0★ (11)In Lansing
Marigold Counseling Services PLLC4.0★ (6)In Lansing
Pure Psychiatry of Michigan4.8★ (366)In Lansing
Right Direction Counseling5.0★ (3)In Lansing
Rooted Counseling5.0★ (3)In Lansing
Uncomplicated Counseling Services4.3★ (6)In Lansing
UTS Counseling and Consulting Services5.0★ (2)In Lansing
Wellness Counseling Center4.7★ (42)In Lansing

How we ranked Lansing couples therapists

We scored 60 Lansing 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 Lansing 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 Lansing: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Lansing?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Lansing, MI is Kelly Dietzel, MS, LLMFT with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews. Monarch Counseling (#2) and Assessment and Relationship Counseling Center (#3) follow. We ranked 60 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Lansing?

RankedPsychologists ranks 60 couples therapists serving Lansing, MI. 44 of them are based in Lansing; 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 Lansing work on weekends?

4 of 60 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Lansing (#4), Uplift & Inspire Counseling and Consulting (#6) and COR Counseling- East Lansing, MI (#7). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Lansing couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 60 rated couples therapists in Lansing is 4.9★, with a median of 13 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Lansing has the most, 747 reviews, and ranks #8. 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 Lansing count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 60 couples therapists serving Lansing.

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