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Best Couples Therapists in Madison Heights, MI (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Madison Heights: Relationship Academy MI, RP Score 74/100; 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 39

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Southfield, 214 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 248 ranked; ranked #39.

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

248 Madison Heights couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 128 open Saturdays and 49 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 248 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in Madison Heights 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 Madison Heights at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Relationship Academy MI744.2★ (5)Royal Oak, 2 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Greg Dudzinski MS LPC-The Art of Relationships, PLLC724.9★ (166)Southfield, 6 mi awaySat · Evenings—
3Reconnect Marraige Ministries714.9★ (29)Romulus, 5 mi awaySat · Evenings—
4Michigan Family Institute704.2★ (6)Southfield, 6 mi away——
5Guided Solutions Relationship Center685.0★ (6)Troy, 6 mi awaySat · Evenings—
6Joe Kort, Ph.D.685.0★ (4)Royal Oak, 2 mi awayEvenings—
7Dil Marriage Media | Shelby Township, Michigan685.0★ (3)Clinton Township, 13 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Tracey Stulberg681.0★ (5)Birmingham, 6 mi away——
9Kristen Qualls Counseling Services, PC644.3★ (6)Rochester Hills, 14 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Ross L. Flynn, PhD635.0★ (3)Rochester, 13 mi away——

The 248 best couples therapists in Madison Heights, 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 Madison Heights

    #1 Relationship Academy MI

    Based in Royal Oak, 2 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 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–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    628 E Parent Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48067
    View profile for Relationship Academy MI(947) 800-5570

  2. #2 Greg Dudzinski MS LPC-The Art of Relationships, PLLC

    Based in Southfield, 6 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.9★ from 166 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 166 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    21700 Northwestern Hwy Ste 514, Southfield, MI 48075
    View profile for Greg Dudzinski MS LPC-The Art of Relationships, PLLC(313) 614-9498

  4. #4 Michigan Family Institute

    Based in Southfield, 6 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.2★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    30233 Southfield Rd #109, Southfield, MI 48076
    View profile for Michigan Family Institute(248) 593-4784

  6. #6 Joe Kort, Ph.D.

    Based in Royal Oak, 2 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 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–Sun closed
    Address
    25600 Woodward Ave #218, Royal Oak, MI 48067
    View profile for Joe Kort, Ph.D.(248) 399-7317

  8. #8 Tracey Stulberg

    Based in Birmingham, 6 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 1.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    1000 S Old Woodward Ave #108, Birmingham, MI 480096723
    View profile for Tracey Stulberg(248) 258-9189

  10. #10 Ross L. Flynn, PhD

    Based in Rochester, 13 mi away

    63/100RP 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 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    71 Walnut Blvd, Rochester, MI 48307
    View profile for Ross L. Flynn, PhD(586) 242-5512

  14. #14 Peace Of Mind Therapy

    Based in Berkley, 4 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    2301 12 Mile Rd, Berkley, MI 48072
    View profile for Peace Of Mind Therapy(248) 397-4705

  15. #15 Southfield Therapists & Mental Health Solutions

    Based in Southfield, 6 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 41 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed–Sun 9 AM–7 PM
    Address
    18000 W Nine Mile Rd Ste 1000, Southfield, MI 48075
    View profile for Southfield Therapists & Mental Health Solutions(248) 986-2484

  22. #22 Relationship Institute

    Based in Farmington, 17 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 3.3★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–9 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    21800 Haggerty Rd Ste 220, Northville, MI 48167
    View profile for Relationship Institute(734) 887-1785

  23. #23 Sollars and Associates - Sterling Heights - Counseling and Psychology Services

    Based in Sterling Heights, 7 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    38271 Mound Rd #100, Sterling Heights, MI 48310
    View profile for Sollars and Associates - Sterling Heights - Counseling and Psychology Services(586) 913-6121

  24. #24 Peace Of Mind Therapy

    Based in Oak Park, 3 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, 3 mi from Madison Heights.

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

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    8750 W Nine Mile Rd, Oak Park, MI 48237
    View profile for Peace Of Mind Therapy(248) 397-4705

  25. #25 Debbra Bronstad Riemann, LMFT

    Based in Rochester Hills, 14 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 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–7 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    1460 Walton Blvd. #218, Rochester Hills, MI 48309
    View profile for Debbra Bronstad Riemann, LMFT(248) 929-5354

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

couples therapists in Madison Heights, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Sollars and Associates - Southfield - Counseling and Psychology Services584.2★ (5)5 mi
27Heart and Mind Counseling585.0★ (12)7 mi
28Motor City Center for Hope584.6★ (94)5 mi
29Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Sterling Heights584.5★ (188)10 mi
30Michigan Counseling Group583.8★ (28)2 mi
31Horizon Counseling Services574.5★ (8)3 mi
32Bright Pine Behavioral Health574.9★ (47)6 mi
33Start My Wellness574.5★ (142)2 mi
34Kim Logan Communications Inc574.9★ (148)8 mi
35Metanoia Counseling Inc.575.0★ (3)10 mi
36Sollars and Associates - Troy - Counseling and Psychology Services573.5★ (35)6 mi
37The Clarity Clinic575.0★ (25)9 mi
38Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry West Bloomfield574.9★ (121)12 mi
39LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Southfield564.6★ (214)9 mi
40Truoasis Counseling565.0★ (3)In Madison Heights
41Middle Way Wellness565.0★ (29)3 mi
42Windsor Depression & Relationship Counselling Services - Wendy Limarzi564.5★ (44)14 mi
43Therapeia554.7★ (15)6 mi
44Thriveworks Psychiatry & Counseling Detroit555.0★ (20)11 mi
45Dialogo Therapy554.3★ (6)17 mi
46Psychotherapy, Counseling, & Couples Therapy553.7★ (3)12 mi
47Noga Sheri MA LMSW554.4★ (13)2 mi
48Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Detroit554.2★ (67)11 mi
49Ascend Therapy Group, LLC545.0★ (3)2 mi
50Ellie Mental Health544.2★ (26)8 mi

Also serving Madison Heights

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 Madison Heights
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Affirmations and Gratitude Counseling, LLC.5.0★ (2)5 mi
Ambrosia Jackson, Counselor5.0★ (2)9 mi
Beth Sharlow, Counselor5.0★ (2)9 mi
Catholic Charities Counseling Services - Southeast Michigan3.1★ (10)In Madison Heights
Center of Behavioral Therapy3.0★ (2)12 mi
DeRubeis Maria MSW, RSW5.0★ (2)12 mi
Dr. Charles Stern1.0★ (2)9 mi
E Squared Behavioral Health5.0★ (2)11 mi
James Blundo, PLLC5.0★ (2)13 mi
Jamie Owens, Counselor5.0★ (2)13 mi
Metro Detroit Counseling, LLC4.5★ (2)6 mi
Mikayla Tanner, LMSW In Peace Counseling3.0★ (2)12 mi
North Oakland Counseling LLC - Rochester, Michigan5.0★ (2)6 mi
Positive Self Center3.0★ (2)3 mi
Richard Hanson Family TherapyIn Madison Heights
Susan Tobin, LMSW3.0★ (2)13 mi
The Art of Relationships3.5★ (2)6 mi
Theravive Counseling Detroit - Nolan Moore3.0★ (2)9 mi
Tri-County Counseling Services, PLLC3.9★ (83)In Madison Heights
Turner Therapy, LLC5.0★ (2)5 mi

How we ranked Madison Heights couples therapists

We scored 248 Madison Heights 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 Madison Heights 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 Madison Heights: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Madison Heights?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Madison Heights, MI is Relationship Academy MI with an RP Score of 74/100. It has 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Greg Dudzinski MS LPC-The Art of Relationships, PLLC (#2) and Reconnect Marraige Ministries (#3) follow. We ranked 248 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Madison Heights?

RankedPsychologists ranks 248 couples therapists serving Madison Heights, MI. 2 of them are based in Madison Heights; 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 Madison Heights work on weekends?

128 of 248 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 49 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Relationship Academy MI (#1), Greg Dudzinski MS LPC-The Art of Relationships, PLLC (#2) and Reconnect Marraige Ministries (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Madison Heights couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 248 rated couples therapists in Madison Heights is 4.7★, with a median of 11 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Southfield has the most, 214 reviews, and ranks #39. 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 Madison Heights count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Madison Heights 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 Madison Heights 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 Madison Heights

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 248 couples therapists serving Madison Heights.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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