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Best Couples Therapists in Mountain Brook, AL (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Mountain Brook: Sparrow Counseling, RP Score 66/100; 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews; open evenings.

  2. 21

    Most-reviewed: Alabama Psychiatry & Counseling, 149 Google reviews at 2.7★, the most of 29 ranked; ranked #21.

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29 Mountain Brook 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 4.6★ across 29 rated practices.

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

Top 10 couples therapists in Mountain Brook 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 Mountain Brook at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Sparrow Counseling664.7★ (14)Birmingham, 3 mi awayEveningsOverall
2MBH Wellness Clinic643.6★ (12)Birmingham, 7 mi awayEvenings—
3Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Birmingham644.8★ (127)Birmingham, 2 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Insights Counseling Center, LLC634.2★ (13)Birmingham, 6 mi awayEvenings—
5Relationships Incorporated634.4★ (20)Birmingham, 9 mi awaySat—
6LaForty Counseling Services625.0★ (5)Pelham, 12 mi away——
7Mind Body & Heart Wellness Clinic (Dr. Misty Smith & Associated Counselors)615.0★ (3)Birmingham, 7 mi away——
8Ellie Mental Health604.6★ (14)Birmingham, 1 mi awaySat · Sun—
9S E Jones Therapy Samuel E. Jones, PhD585.0★ (6)Birmingham, 11 mi away——
10Empower Counseling585.0★ (73)Birmingham, 2 mi away——

The 29 best couples therapists in Mountain Brook, 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 Mountain Brook

    #1 Sparrow Counseling

    Based in Birmingham, 3 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1736 Oxmoor Rd #208, Birmingham, AL 35209
    View profile for Sparrow Counseling(205) 538-3978

  2. #2 MBH Wellness Clinic

    Based in Birmingham, 7 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 3.6★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.6★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 12 AM–12 AM · Tue–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    100 Suite 102, Century Park S, Birmingham, AL 35226
    View profile for MBH Wellness Clinic(205) 565-6554

  4. #4 Insights Counseling Center, LLC

    Based in Birmingham, 6 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.2★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7:30 PM · Tue–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    200 Cahaba Park Cir #214, Birmingham, AL 35242
    View profile for Insights Counseling Center, LLC(205) 903-6282

  5. #5 Relationships Incorporated

    Based in Birmingham, 9 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.4★ from 20 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Thu 10 AM–4 PM · Fri 12 PM–4 PM · Sat 12 PM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2540 Valleydale Rd, Birmingham, AL 35244
    View profile for Relationships Incorporated(205) 991-3683

  7. #7 Mind Body & Heart Wellness Clinic (Dr. Misty Smith & Associated Counselors)

    Based in Birmingham, 7 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 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–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    100 Century Park S Ste 102, Birmingham, AL 35226
    View profile for Mind Body & Heart Wellness Clinic (Dr. Misty Smith & Associated Counselors)(888) 386-9624

  8. #8 Ellie Mental Health

    Based in Birmingham, 1 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 14 Google reviews, 1 mi from Mountain Brook.

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

    • 4.6★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    3918 Montclair Rd Ste 206, Birmingham, AL 35213
    View profile for Ellie Mental Health(205) 238-5942

  9. #9 S E Jones Therapy Samuel E. Jones, PhD

    Based in Birmingham, 11 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 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–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1976 Gadsden Hwy #145, Birmingham, AL 35235
    View profile for S E Jones Therapy Samuel E. Jones, PhD(205) 655-0026

  10. #10 Empower Counseling

    Based in Birmingham, 2 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 73 Google reviews, 2 mi from Mountain Brook.

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

    • 5.0★ from 73 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4 Office Park Cir #306, Birmingham, AL 35223
    View profile for Empower Counseling(205) 730-6570

  11. #11 Calvert and Associates

    Based in Mountain Brook

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews, based in Mountain Brook.

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

    • 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    402 Office Park Dr #290, Mountain Brook, AL 35223
    View profile for Calvert and Associates(205) 918-6161

  13. #13 Dr. David Myers PHD

    Based in Birmingham, 2 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, 2 mi from Mountain Brook.

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

    • 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2112 11th Ave S #340, Birmingham, AL 35205
    View profile for Dr. David Myers PHD(205) 251-8808

  17. #17 Birmingham Anxiety & Trauma Therapy

    Based in Vestavia Hills, 6 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 38 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Wed closed · Thu 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–4:15 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    100 Centerview Dr #150, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
    View profile for Birmingham Anxiety & Trauma Therapy(205) 807-5372

  18. #18 Sharp Wellness

    Based in Birmingham, 5 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3109 Blue Lake Dr Ste 205, Birmingham, AL 35243
    View profile for Sharp Wellness(205) 383-6650

  20. #20 Integrative Health Services, LLC-Riverchase-Pelham

    Based in Pelham, 11 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 94 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 94 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9064 Helena Rd, Pelham, AL 35124
    View profile for Integrative Health Services, LLC-Riverchase-Pelham(205) 644-1166

  22. #22 Michael Semon

    Based in Birmingham, 9 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 3.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    2540 Valleydale Rd, Birmingham, AL 35244
    View profile for Michael Semon(205) 991-3683

  23. #23 Anne Hall Counseling

    Based in Birmingham, 9 mi away

    48/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4000 Eagle Point Corporate Dr, Birmingham, AL 35242
    View profile for Anne Hall Counseling(205) 799-9224

  25. #25 Point of Grace

    Based in Forestdale, 9 mi away

    47/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pentecostal church”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 7:30 PM–8:30 PM · Tue closed · Wed 7:30 PM–9 PM · Thu closed · Fri 7:30 PM–8:30 PM · Sat closed · Sun 10:30 AM–12 PM
    Address
    1400 Beauty Cir, Forestdale, AL 35214
    View profile for Point of Grace(205) 966-4421

How we ranked Mountain Brook couples therapists

We scored 29 Mountain Brook 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 Mountain Brook 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 Mountain Brook: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Mountain Brook?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Mountain Brook, AL is Sparrow Counseling with an RP Score of 66/100. It has 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews. It is open evenings. MBH Wellness Clinic (#2) and Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Birmingham (#3) follow. We ranked 29 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Mountain Brook?

RankedPsychologists ranks 29 couples therapists serving Mountain Brook, AL. 2 of them are based in Mountain Brook; the rest serve it from nearby towns. 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 Mountain Brook work on weekends?

4 of 29 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Birmingham (#3), Relationships Incorporated (#5) and Ellie Mental Health (#8). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Mountain Brook couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 29 rated couples therapists in Mountain Brook is 4.6★, with a median of 12 reviews. Alabama Psychiatry & Counseling has the most, 149 reviews, and ranks #21. 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 Mountain Brook count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Mountain Brook 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 Mountain Brook 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 Mountain Brook

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 29 couples therapists serving Mountain Brook.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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