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Best Couples Therapists in Lincoln Square, IL (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Lincoln Square: Couples Counseling Chicago, RP Score 76/100; 4.8★ from 32 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 24

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Chicago, 72 Google reviews at 4.3★, the most of 305 ranked; ranked #24.

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305 Lincoln Square couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 225 open Saturdays and 131 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 305 rated practices.

Most of this list also appears on the Couples therapists in Chicago ranking. See Couples therapists in Chicago

Top 10 couples therapists in Lincoln Square 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 Lincoln Square at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Couples Counseling Chicago764.8★ (32)Chicago, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Chicago Center for Relationship Counseling, P.C.755.0★ (4)Chicago, 1 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Pinnacle Counseling724.8★ (19)Chicago, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Hedy Tan, Relational Life Solutions714.9★ (48)Chicago, 6 mi awaySat · Evenings—
5Empowered Connections Counseling714.7★ (13)Chicago, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Spark Chicago Therapy715.0★ (6)Chicago, 3 mi awaySat · Evenings—
7Introspective Family Therapy714.2★ (5)Chicago, 3 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8Couples Counseling Associates Chicago705.0★ (3)Chicago, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Enliven Couples Therapy - Enliven Chicago694.3★ (6)Chicago, 7 mi away——
10Ask A Sex Therapist LLC694.6★ (10)Chicago, 6 mi awaySat · Evenings—

The 305 best couples therapists in Lincoln Square, 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 Lincoln Square

    #1 Couples Counseling Chicago

    Based in Chicago, 3 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 32 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    655 W Irving Park Rd Apt 203, Chicago, IL 60613
    View profile for Couples Counseling Chicago(773) 598-7797

  3. #3 Pinnacle Counseling

    Based in Chicago, 7 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 10 AM–4 PM
    Address
    25 E Washington St Ste 1021, Chicago, IL 60602
    View profile for Pinnacle Counseling(312) 298-9846

  5. #5 Empowered Connections Counseling

    Based in Chicago, 7 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    30 N Michigan Ave Ste 809, Chicago, IL 60602
    View profile for Empowered Connections Counseling(312) 767-2057

  6. #6 Spark Chicago Therapy

    Based in Chicago, 3 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 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–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    945 W George St, Chicago, IL 60657
    View profile for Spark Chicago Therapy(773) 234-1522

  7. #7 Introspective Family Therapy

    Based in Chicago, 3 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3139 N Lincoln Ave Ste 202, Chicago, IL 60657
    View profile for Introspective Family Therapy(773) 998-1624

  8. #8 Couples Counseling Associates Chicago

    Based in Chicago, 7 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 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–9 PM · Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    645 N Michigan Ave Suite 845, Chicago, IL 60611
    View profile for Couples Counseling Associates Chicago(312) 416-6191

  10. #10 Ask A Sex Therapist LLC

    Based in Chicago, 6 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1502 W Chicago Ave Ste 1, Chicago, IL 60642
    View profile for Ask A Sex Therapist LLC(312) 883-9747

  11. #11 Deeper Connections Counseling

    Based in Chicago, 7 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 10 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    111 N Wabash Ave Ste 1521, Chicago, IL 60602
    View profile for Deeper Connections Counseling(312) 971-6500

  12. #12 Fleming Family Therapy

    Based in Chicago, 7 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.7★ from 22 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–8 PM · Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    30 N Michigan Ave Ste 1105, Chicago, IL 60602
    View profile for Fleming Family Therapy(312) 809-5866

  13. #13 Focht Family Practice

    Based in Chicago, 6 mi away

    68/100RP 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–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1165 N Clark St #411, Chicago, IL 60610
    View profile for Focht Family Practice(312) 470-6938

  15. #15 Relationship Reality 312

    Based in Chicago, 7 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.1★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–9 PM · Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    333 N Michigan Ave Ste 1010, Chicago, IL 60601
    View profile for Relationship Reality 312(312) 219-3399

  16. #16 The Relationship Expert

    Based in Northbrook, 14 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 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–Sun 10 AM–7 PM
    Address
    3000 Dundee Rd 333 N. Michigan Ave. Chicago, IL 60601, Northbrook, IL 60062
    View profile for The Relationship Expert(310) 824-3197

  17. #17 Sabita Nandy, LMFT - Chicago Loop | Marriage & Family Therapy

    Based in Chicago, 7 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 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 10 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    125 S Wacker Dr Unit 308, Chicago, IL 60606
    View profile for Sabita Nandy, LMFT - Chicago Loop | Marriage & Family Therapy(312) 607-4277

  23. #23 Humanistic Psychologists of Chicago

    Based in Chicago, 1 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews, 1 mi from Lincoln Square.

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

    • 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–9 PM · Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 8 AM–9 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun 9 AM–7 PM
    Address
    1945 W Wilson Ave suite 6113, Chicago, IL 60640
    View profile for Humanistic Psychologists of Chicago(773) 234-2856

  24. #24 LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Chicago

    Based in Chicago, 3 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.3★ from 72 Google reviews, 3 mi from Lincoln Square.

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

    • 4.3★ from 72 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7 AM–9:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–9:30 PM · Fri 7 AM–6:30 PM · Sat–Sun 7 AM–5 PM
    Address
    3976 N Avondale Ave 2nd floor, Chicago, IL 60641
    View profile for LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Chicago(312) 319-4162

  25. #25 Thrive Couples Counseling

    Based in Hinsdale, 17 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 33 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 33 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 10 AM–9 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–9 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    119 E Ogden Ave Ste 222, Hinsdale, IL 60521
    View profile for Thrive Couples Counseling(630) 228-1095

How we ranked Lincoln Square couples therapists

We scored 305 Lincoln Square 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 Lincoln Square 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 Lincoln Square: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Lincoln Square?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Lincoln Square, IL is Couples Counseling Chicago with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.8★ from 32 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Chicago Center for Relationship Counseling, P.C. (#2) and Pinnacle Counseling (#3) follow. We ranked 305 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Lincoln Square?

RankedPsychologists ranks 305 couples therapists serving Lincoln Square, IL. 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 Lincoln Square work on weekends?

225 of 305 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 131 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Couples Counseling Chicago (#1), Chicago Center for Relationship Counseling, P.C. (#2) and Pinnacle Counseling (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Lincoln Square couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 305 rated couples therapists in Lincoln Square is 4.8★, with a median of 9 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Chicago has the most, 72 reviews, and ranks #24. 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 Lincoln Square count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Lincoln Square 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 Lincoln Square 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 Lincoln Square

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 305 couples therapists serving Lincoln Square.

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