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Best Couples Therapists in Melvindale, MI (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Melvindale: Greg Dudzinski MS LPC-The Art of Relationships, PLLC, RP Score 67/100; 4.9★ from 166 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 2 PM.

  2. 5

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Dearborn, 308 Google reviews at 4.3★, the most of 198 ranked; ranked #5.

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

198 Melvindale couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 104 open Saturdays and 36 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 198 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in Melvindale 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 Melvindale at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Greg Dudzinski MS LPC-The Art of Relationships, PLLC674.9★ (166)Southfield, 12 mi awaySat · EveningsOverall
2Dialogo Therapy664.3★ (6)Allen Park, 3 mi away——
3Reconnect Marraige Ministries654.9★ (29)Romulus, 13 mi awaySat · Evenings—
4Relationship Academy MI644.2★ (5)Royal Oak, 14 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Dearborn614.3★ (308)Dearborn, 2 mi awaySat · EveningsMost reviews
6Michigan Family Institute614.2★ (6)Southfield, 16 mi away——
7Windsor Depression & Relationship Counselling Services - Wendy Limarzi604.5★ (44)Windsor, 8 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8Sollars and Associates - Dearborn - Counseling and Psychology Services593.6★ (23)Dearborn, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Joe Kort, Ph.D.595.0★ (4)Royal Oak, 14 mi awayEvenings—
10Guided Solutions Relationship Center585.0★ (6)Troy, 18 mi awaySat · Evenings—

The 198 best couples therapists in Melvindale, 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 Melvindale

    Based in Southfield, 12 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 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
  2. Based in Allen Park, 3 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    7000 Roosevelt Ave #201, Allen Park, MI 48101
  3. Based in Royal Oak, 14 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 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
  4. Based in Dearborn, 2 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.3★ from 308 Google reviews, 2 mi from Melvindale.

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

    • 4.3★ from 308 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–9 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–9 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3200 Greenfield Rd Ste 109, Dearborn, MI 48120
  5. Based in Southfield, 16 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 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
  6. 60/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 44 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed 7 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 12 PM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    700 Tecumseh Rd E Ste 303, Windsor, ON N8X 4T2, Canada
  7. Based in Royal Oak, 14 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 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
  8. Based in Troy, 18 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 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–Tue 5 AM–9 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Sat 5 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2820 W Maple Rd #130b, Troy, MI 48084
  9. Based in Dearborn Heights, 6 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–8 PM · Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri–Sun 9 AM–8 PM
    Address
    24500 Ford Rd #10, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
  10. Based in Farmington, 18 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 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
  11. Based in Detroit, 8 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 148 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 148 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–8 PM · Fri 10 AM–4 PM · Sat closed · Sun 10 AM–8 PM
    Address
    3011 W Grand Blvd STE 423, Detroit, MI 48202
  12. Based in Detroit, 6 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 51 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 51 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–9 PM · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1775 Sprucewood Ave Unit 3, LaSalle, ON N9J 1X7, Canada
  13. Based in Birmingham, 18 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 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
  14. Based in Dearborn, 3 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.4★ from 301 Google reviews, 3 mi from Melvindale.

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

    • 4.4★ from 301 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3815 Pelham St #13, Dearborn, MI 48124
  15. Based in Southgate, 6 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1 Heritage Pl #261, Southgate, MI 48195

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

couples therapists in Melvindale, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Stacy S. Kontur , Counselor555.0★ (8)2 mi
27Randi Charters, Counselor555.0★ (7)2 mi
28Renee Shaw, Counselor555.0★ (7)2 mi
29Southfield Therapists & Mental Health Solutions554.9★ (41)12 mi
30Natasha Sprau, Counselor554.6★ (7)2 mi
31Cheryl Fregolle, Counselor545.0★ (5)2 mi
32Glenn Derrick, Counselor544.0★ (11)2 mi
33Gwendolyn La Croix, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner545.0★ (5)2 mi
34Yvonne Wilson, Counselor544.4★ (7)2 mi
35Quantum Life Changes--Counselling Windsor544.6★ (18)14 mi
36Barbara Roberts, Counselor545.0★ (4)2 mi
37Celia Allen, Counselor545.0★ (3)2 mi
38Radiant Life Counseling Center, LLC545.0★ (7)3 mi
39Atlas Therapy Windsor ON545.0★ (14)12 mi
40Michelle Fitzhugh, Counselor543.7★ (3)2 mi
41Motor City Center for Hope534.6★ (94)10 mi
42Monroe Psychology535.0★ (5)4 mi
43Bushra Qureishi, Psychiatrist531.0★ (3)2 mi
44Plymouth Mental Health - Counseling and Therapy Services534.7★ (53)15 mi
45Great Lakes Psychology Group - Dearborn533.3★ (27)3 mi
46Kristina Kalaj, PsyD, LP535.0★ (3)8 mi
47Body & Mind Natural Health Clinic534.9★ (27)10 mi
48Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Royal Oak524.3★ (90)14 mi
49Birmingham Family Therapy Clinic, Inc.523.0★ (18)18 mi
50Michigan Modern Psychology523.2★ (31)4 mi

Also serving Melvindale

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 Melvindale
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Aashna Sahi, Psychiatrist5.0★ (2)16 mi
Ambrosia Jackson, Counselor5.0★ (2)16 mi
Center of Behavioral Therapy3.0★ (2)14 mi
Crystal StricklandIn Melvindale
DeRubeis Maria MSW, RSW5.0★ (2)9 mi
Dimensions of Wellness4.8★ (4)In Melvindale
Dr. William Ross3.0★ (2)10 mi
Fitzpatrick Kathleen5.0★ (2)4 mi
Jamie Owens, Counselor5.0★ (2)2 mi
John Sullivan Counselling5.0★ (2)6 mi
Kemara Allen, Counselor5.0★ (2)16 mi
Malini Shenava, Psychiatrist3.0★ (2)16 mi
Moise Moket, Counselor5.0★ (2)16 mi
Positive Self Center3.0★ (2)14 mi
Reset Brain and Body - Farmington5.0★ (2)16 mi
Soulstice Counseling5.0★ (2)15 mi
The Art of Relationships3.5★ (2)12 mi
Theravive Counseling Detroit - Nolan Moore3.0★ (2)12 mi
Toney Counseling & Recovery, PLLC5.0★ (2)10 mi
Turner Therapy, LLC5.0★ (2)16 mi

How we ranked Melvindale couples therapists

We scored 198 Melvindale 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 Melvindale 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 Melvindale: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Melvindale?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Melvindale, MI is Greg Dudzinski MS LPC-The Art of Relationships, PLLC with an RP Score of 67/100. It has 4.9★ from 166 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 2 PM. Dialogo Therapy (#2) and Reconnect Marraige Ministries (#3) follow. We ranked 198 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Melvindale?

RankedPsychologists ranks 198 couples therapists serving Melvindale, MI. 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 Melvindale work on weekends?

104 of 198 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 36 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Greg Dudzinski MS LPC-The Art of Relationships, PLLC (#1), Reconnect Marraige Ministries (#3) and Relationship Academy MI (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Melvindale couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 198 rated couples therapists in Melvindale is 4.7★, with a median of 11 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Dearborn has the most, 308 reviews, and ranks #5. 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 Melvindale count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 198 couples therapists serving Melvindale.