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Best Couples Therapists in Northridge, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Northridge: Gayane Aramyan, LMFT - Sherman Oaks Couples Therapist & Postpartum Therapist, RP Score 75/100; 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 49

    Most-reviewed: Lotus Recovery Treatment Center, 142 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 398 ranked; ranked #49.

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

398 Northridge couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 154 open Saturdays and 78 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 398 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in Northridge 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 Northridge at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Gayane Aramyan, LMFT - Sherman Oaks Couples Therapist & Postpartum Therapist755.0★ (26)Sherman Oaks, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Kathy Buratti, M.S., LMFT745.0★ (3)Chatsworth, 2 mi away——
3Tarzana Couples Therapy735.0★ (4)Valley Glen, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Encino Couples Counseling & Marriage735.0★ (3)Encino, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Cheryl Johnson, MFT735.0★ (3)Valley Glen, 4 mi away——
6Ronald D. Korn, MFT724.0★ (4)Van Nuys, 4 mi away——
7Anita Avedian, LMFT714.6★ (11)Sherman Oaks, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Brett Richards, M.A., MFT715.0★ (38)Encino, 6 mi awaySat · Evenings—
9Sherman Oaks Counseling715.0★ (6)Sherman Oaks, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Cycles Couples Counseling715.0★ (46)Studio City, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 398 best couples therapists in Northridge, 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 Northridge

    Based in Sherman Oaks, 7 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 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–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    15233 Ventura Blvd #1208, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
  2. Based in Chatsworth, 2 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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
    19900 Plummer St, Chatsworth, CA 91311
  3. Based in Valley Glen, 4 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 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–Sun 8 AM–9 PM
    Address
    18401 Burbank Blvd Ste 118, Tarzana, CA 91356
  4. Based in Valley Glen, 4 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 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
    18663 Ventura Blvd, Tarzana, CA 91356
  5. Based in Van Nuys, 4 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    15643 Sherman Way #430, Van Nuys, CA 91406
  6. Based in Sherman Oaks, 7 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–9 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–8:30 PM · Sat 7:30 AM–9 PM · Sun 8 AM–8:30 PM
    Address
    15233 Ventura Blvd #1208, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
  7. Based in Encino, 6 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–10 PM · Sat 10 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    16255 Ventura Blvd #806, Encino, CA 91436
  8. Based in Sherman Oaks, 7 mi away

    71/100RP 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–Sun 8 AM–9 PM
    Address
    4910 Van Nuys Blvd #110, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
  9. Based in Studio City, 10 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 46 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 46 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    11712 Moorpark St Ste 202, Studio City, CA 91604
  10. Based in Chatsworth, 4 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.6★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    10200 Sepulveda Blvd #100, Mission Hills, CA 91345
  11. Based in Sherman Oaks, 8 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–11 PM
    Address
    13743 Riverside Dr, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
  12. Based in Woodland Hills, 7 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.1★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    23147 Ventura Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91364
  13. Based in Sherman Oaks, 7 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    14156 Magnolia Blvd #105, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
  14. Based in Sherman Oaks, 8 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    13949 Ventura Blvd #210, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
  15. Based in Encino, 6 mi away

    69/100RP 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–Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    16055 Ventura Blvd #719, Encino, CA 91436
  16. Based in Calabasas, 8 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    23945 Calabasas Rd #103, Calabasas, CA 91302
  17. Based in Woodland Hills, 5 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    20300 Ventura Blvd #330, Woodland Hills, CA 91364
  18. Based in Encino, 6 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    16530 Ventura Blvd #400, Encino, CA 91436
  19. Based in Calabasas, 8 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 12 PM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    24005 Ventura Blvd, Calabasas, CA 91302
  20. Based in Beverly Hills, 14 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 71 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 71 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    420 S Beverly Dr #100, Beverly Hills, CA 90212
  21. Based in Sherman Oaks, 7 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 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 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    14724 Ventura Blvd Floor 10, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
  22. Based in Woodland Hills, 4 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 3.9★ from 92 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 92 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    18455 Burbank Blvd #500, Tarzana, CA 91356

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

couples therapists in Northridge, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Elise A. Edwardson Nickel, MPT663.0★ (4)10 mi
27Dr. Haleh Stahl665.0★ (5)13 mi
28Dr. Sima Rowhani, Psy.D, MS, MFT664.7★ (12)5 mi
29Connections Psychotherapy Services664.1★ (8)17 mi
30Solo to Soulmate665.0★ (10)15 mi
31Gregory A. Walston, MFT655.0★ (3)12 mi
32Laurel D. Lucas, LMFT655.0★ (3)12 mi
33Jon Dabach, PhD655.0★ (11)8 mi
34Donna Quach653.7★ (6)12 mi
35Therapy By Dr. Harel655.0★ (46)15 mi
36Luisa Contreras, Marriage & Sex Therapist654.8★ (5)5 mi
37Anita Bavarsky, PsyD644.3★ (4)7 mi
38Soheila Noorbakhsh, Psy D MFT645.0★ (3)13 mi
39Sally Hackman PhD, MFT- Counselor644.8★ (11)16 mi
40Batya B. Zimmerman, MFT645.0★ (3)14 mi
41RANDE´ DORN, LMFT, MA, MFA645.0★ (4)9 mi
42Center for Healthy Sex644.8★ (17)14 mi
43Nadia Davani, LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist644.6★ (11)8 mi
44Blanche R. McWane, MFCC644.0★ (4)14 mi
45Barrie Sueskind, MFT645.0★ (3)14 mi
46Relationship and Dating Coaching with Jess Hendrick635.0★ (43)16 mi
47Playa Vista Counseling635.0★ (34)19 mi
48Cindy Michel, M.A., LMFT, CST635.0★ (6)16 mi
49Lotus Recovery Treatment Center635.0★ (142)18 mi
50Noah Rothschild, MFT634.0★ (4)15 mi

Also serving Northridge

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 Northridge
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Behavioral Management Group Inc.5.0★ (9)In Northridge
Catherine DeMonte, LMFT - Psychotherapy for Adults, Couples and Teens5.0★ (2)In Northridge
Dare To Dream Recovery4.6★ (9)In Northridge
Dr. Karla Mayorga Private PracticeIn Northridge
FullerRelationshipsIn Northridge
Jaimie BarnettIn Northridge
James C. Beebe, MFTIn Northridge
Julie Cohen Licensed Marriage & Family TherapistIn Northridge
Julie Morgavi TherapyIn Northridge
Karina Sergi, MFT Licensed PsychotherapistIn Northridge
Medley Joyce LIn Northridge
Miracles in Action Treatment Center5.0★ (22)In Northridge
Mitchell Family Counseling ClinicIn Northridge
Monique Mouchamel, LMFTIn Northridge
Nick Vetter, LMFT5.0★ (1)In Northridge
Porter Ranch5.0★ (2)In Northridge
Rita BaerIn Northridge
Sheree Jones-Pistol, A Marriage and Family Therapy Corporation3.0★ (2)In Northridge
Tribute Counseling & Family ServicesIn Northridge
Vanessa AlbaIn Northridge

How we ranked Northridge couples therapists

We scored 398 Northridge 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 Northridge 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 Northridge: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Northridge?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Northridge, CA is Gayane Aramyan, LMFT - Sherman Oaks Couples Therapist & Postpartum Therapist with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Kathy Buratti, M.S., LMFT (#2) and Tarzana Couples Therapy (#3) follow. We ranked 398 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Northridge?

RankedPsychologists ranks 398 couples therapists serving Northridge, CA. 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 Northridge work on weekends?

154 of 398 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 78 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Gayane Aramyan, LMFT - Sherman Oaks Couples Therapist & Postpartum Therapist (#1), Tarzana Couples Therapy (#3) and Encino Couples Counseling & Marriage (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Northridge couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 398 rated couples therapists in Northridge is 5.0★, with a median of 8 reviews. Lotus Recovery Treatment Center has the most, 142 reviews, and ranks #49. 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 Northridge count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 398 couples therapists serving Northridge.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.