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Best Couples Therapists in North Bay Shore, NY (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in North Bay Shore: North Shore Relationship Center - Massapequa, RP Score 72/100; 4.8★ from 64 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 30

    Most-reviewed: WellQor, 226 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 92 ranked; ranked #30.

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

92 North Bay Shore couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 59 open Saturdays and 33 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 92 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in North Bay Shore 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 North Bay Shore at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1North Shore Relationship Center - Massapequa724.8★ (64)Copiague, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Mellisa A. Jewels, MA, LMFT674.9★ (77)Massapequa, 12 mi awaySat · Evenings—
3Be You Psychotherapy PLLC, Cl. Director Demi Kostouros, Couples Therapy665.0★ (72)Stony Brook, 14 mi awaySat · Evenings—
4Divine Energy Spiritual Healing Center665.0★ (29)Hempstead, 19 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Jamie Ross, LMFT, PLLC655.0★ (6)Saint James, 11 mi awaySat · Evenings—
6Turning Point Marriage and Family Therapy, P.C.644.2★ (5)Centereach, 15 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7North Shore Relationship Center - Port Jefferson644.7★ (31)Coram, 18 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Sunrise Counseling Center634.4★ (207)East Islip, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Huntington, NY Marriage & Family Therapy - Baine Dawson, LMFT635.0★ (4)Huntington, 13 mi awaySat · Evenings—
10Dr.Marvin Glassmann, LMFT, LMHC625.0★ (4)Huntington, 10 mi awayEvenings—

The 92 best couples therapists in North Bay Shore, 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 North Bay Shore

    Based in Copiague, 9 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 64 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 64 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7 AM–9 PM · Wed–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun 9 AM–12 PM
    Address
    64 Broadway, Amityville, NY 11701
  2. Based in Massapequa, 12 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.9★ from 77 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 77 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Fri 11 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1 Pembroke Dr, Massapequa, NY 11758
  3. 66/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 72 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 72 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1239 N Country Rd, Stony Brook, NY 11790
  4. Based in Saint James, 11 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 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–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    220 Lake Ave #1, St James, NY 11780
  5. Based in Centereach, 15 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 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–Fri 10 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–2 PM
    Address
    3771 Nesconset Hwy #214, South Setauket, NY 11720
  6. 64/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.7★ from 31 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–4 PM
    Address
    640 Belle Terre Rd Bldg d, Port Jefferson, NY 11777
  7. Based in East Islip, 4 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 207 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 207 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–3 PM
    Address
    107 W Main St, East Islip, NY 11730
  8. 63/100RP 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 9:30 AM–8 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    181 Main St, Huntington, NY 11743
  9. Based in Huntington, 10 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 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 10 AM–9 PM · Tue 10 AM–9:30 PM · Wed–Thu 10 AM–9 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    91 Chichester Rd, Huntington, NY 11743
  10. Based in Glen Cove, 19 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–8 PM · Sat closed · Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    2 Pinetree Ln, Old Westbury, NY 11568
  11. 60/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.1★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.1★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–2 PM
    Address
    2061 Deer Park Ave Ste 206, Deer Park, NY 11729
  12. Based in Garden City, 19 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    520 Franklin Ave, Garden City, NY 11530
  13. Based in Uniondale, 17 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 12 PM–7:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    405 RXR Plaza, Uniondale, NY 11556
  14. 57/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social worker”.

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

    • 3.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 12 PM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    60 Fire Island Ave #103, Babylon, NY 11702
  15. Based in Babylon, 4 mi away

    57/100RP Score

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

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

    • 3.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    534 Deer Park Ave, Babylon, NY 11702

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

couples therapists in North Bay Shore, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Citrine Intimacy Group | Relationship and Sex Therapy & Divorce Mediation565.0★ (10)10 mi
27LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Melville564.5★ (146)9 mi
28First Step Therapy & Wellness Group, Deirdre Holland, Owner/Founder564.4★ (27)14 mi
29Shihab Touhid, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner564.9★ (16)20 mi
30WellQor554.8★ (226)8 mi
31Heart In Mind Psychotherapy555.0★ (7)10 mi
32Castle Counseling LCSW, P.C.554.0★ (4)9 mi
33Therapy My Way554.7★ (54)13 mi
34Neha Ali, Psychiatrist555.0★ (8)20 mi
35Margery Tannenbaum544.8★ (5)8 mi
36Colletta Jerrick, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner545.0★ (11)9 mi
37Kevin Rich, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner545.0★ (10)9 mi
38Gooding Wellness Group545.0★ (26)14 mi
39Catherine Costa, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner545.0★ (8)9 mi
40Meredith Dooley, Counselor545.0★ (8)9 mi
41Margaret Yoon, Psychiatrist544.8★ (8)9 mi
42Suffolk Counseling Services545.0★ (12)9 mi
43Gina Tedesco, Counselor534.2★ (10)9 mi
44Dorinda Richberg, Counselor535.0★ (5)9 mi
45Taha Alvi, Counselor535.0★ (5)9 mi
46Great South Bay Therapy LCSW, PC -Counseling Services in Sayville, NY535.0★ (8)9 mi
47Lager Counseling Services534.9★ (96)14 mi
48Joanna Ulloa, Counselor534.8★ (5)9 mi
49Michael T Fitzgerald PhD533.6★ (5)4 mi
50Positive Minds Therapy534.7★ (14)13 mi

Also serving North Bay Shore

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.

How we ranked North Bay Shore couples therapists

We scored 92 North Bay Shore 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 North Bay Shore 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 North Bay Shore: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in North Bay Shore?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in North Bay Shore, NY is North Shore Relationship Center - Massapequa with an RP Score of 72/100. It has 4.8★ from 64 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Mellisa A. Jewels, MA, LMFT (#2) and Be You Psychotherapy PLLC, Cl. Director Demi Kostouros, Couples Therapy (#3) follow. We ranked 92 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in North Bay Shore?

RankedPsychologists ranks 92 couples therapists serving North Bay Shore, NY. 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 North Bay Shore work on weekends?

59 of 92 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 33 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are North Shore Relationship Center - Massapequa (#1), Mellisa A. Jewels, MA, LMFT (#2) and Be You Psychotherapy PLLC, Cl. Director Demi Kostouros, Couples Therapy (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do North Bay Shore couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 92 rated couples therapists in North Bay Shore is 5.0★, with a median of 9 reviews. WellQor has the most, 226 reviews, and ranks #30. 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 North Bay Shore count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the North Bay Shore 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 North Bay Shore 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 North Bay Shore

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 92 couples therapists serving North Bay Shore.