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Best Couples Therapists in San Francisco, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in San Francisco: The Davon Method Relationship Coaching & Tantra Workshops, RP Score 79/100; 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 11

    Most-reviewed: mindfulSF, 40 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 220 ranked after The Davon Method Relationship Coaching & Tantra Workshops; ranked #11.

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

220 San Francisco couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 59 open Saturdays and 35 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 220 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in San Francisco 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 San Francisco at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1The Davon Method Relationship Coaching & Tantra Workshops795.0★ (43)San FranciscoSat · SunOverall
2The Couples Center795.0★ (36)San FranciscoSat · Sun · Evenings—
3California Couples Counseling775.0★ (6)San FranciscoSat · Sun · Evenings—
4Keeley Rankin Sex & Relationship Therapist, M.A.774.5★ (8)San FranciscoSat · Sun · Evenings—
5The San Francisco Marriage and Couples Center774.5★ (8)San FranciscoSat · Sun · Evenings—
6Rising Relationship Center765.0★ (5)San FranciscoSat · Sun · Evenings—
7Marriage Prep 101765.0★ (3)San FranciscoSat · Sun · Evenings—
8The Anxiety Relief Center765.0★ (3)San FranciscoSat · Sun · Evenings—
9Leslie Franklin, MFT751.6★ (7)San Francisco——
10Rouse Relational Wellness744.4★ (14)San FranciscoSat · Evenings—

The 220 best couples therapists in San Francisco, 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 San Francisco

    Based in San Francisco

    79/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–6 PM
    Address
    2501 Harrison St Ste 15, San Francisco, CA 94110
  2. Based in San Francisco

    79/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    870 Market St #1076, San Francisco, CA 94102
  3. Based in San Francisco

    77/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 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 8 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
    Address
    490 Post St Ste 939, San Francisco, CA 94102
  4. Based in San Francisco

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    584 Castro St #3016, San Francisco, CA 94114
  5. Based in San Francisco

    76/100RP 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–Sun 8 AM–10 PM
    Address
    Fort Mason, 2 Marina Blvd 205 Building C, San Francisco, CA 94123
  6. Based in San Francisco

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 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–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    870 Market St Ste 863, San Francisco, CA 94102
  7. Based in San Francisco

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 1.6★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.6★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    1626 Union St, San Francisco, CA 94123
  8. Based in San Francisco

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4124 18th St, San Francisco, CA 94114
  9. Based in San Francisco

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 40 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 40 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1726 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115
  10. Based in San Francisco

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 11 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    999 Sutter St Ste 207, San Francisco, CA 94109
  11. Based in San Francisco

    72/100RP 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–Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–9 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    584 Castro St #176, San Francisco, CA 94114
  12. Based in San Francisco

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–8 PM · Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    55 New Montgomery St #804, San Francisco, CA 94105
  13. 71/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 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–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4124 18th St, San Francisco, CA 94114
  14. Based in San Francisco

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 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–9 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    870 Market St #463, San Francisco, CA 94102
  15. Based in San Francisco

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    310 3rd Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
  16. Based in San Francisco

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed
  17. Based in San Francisco

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.2★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    490 Post St Ste 1043, San Francisco, CA 94102
  18. Based in San Francisco

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 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–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1944 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115
  19. Based in San Francisco

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 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–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    490 Post St Ste 1043, San Francisco, CA 94102
  20. Based in San Francisco

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 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 closed · Wed–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9:30 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3600 California St, San Francisco, CA 94118

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

couples therapists in San Francisco, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Sindhura Reddy, Psychiatrist705.0★ (3)In San Francisco
27Marla Cass, San Francisco Psychotherapy705.0★ (3)In San Francisco
28Victoria Storr Therapy695.0★ (5)In San Francisco
29Deborah J. Whiting, MSW693.7★ (3)In San Francisco
30Misha Sivia, Psychiatrist692.8★ (5)In San Francisco
31Anika Doherty, LMFT695.0★ (5)In San Francisco
32Bay Area Dating Coach694.7★ (12)11 mi
33Todd Harvey, MFT685.0★ (5)11 mi
34The Couples Center685.0★ (8)11 mi
35Jacob Brown | Couples Therapy & Individual Therapy685.0★ (7)6 mi
36Julia Barokov, MFT685.0★ (9)11 mi
37Epiphany Kaye Coaching684.3★ (11)8 mi
38The Bridge Therapy Center672.3★ (3)10 mi
39Dr. Jayn Rajandran, PsyD, LMFT672.7★ (3)10 mi
40Guillory Donna674.2★ (5)10 mi
41Kimbo Prichard, MA, MFT , The Storied Self, Inc.675.0★ (3)10 mi
42INDIVIDUAL & COUPLES COUNSELING - ILENE WOLF LMFT674.8★ (11)In San Francisco
43Bay Area CBT Center665.0★ (8)10 mi
44Annie Danberg, LMFT655.0★ (4)12 mi
45Sinead Smyth LMFT653.7★ (3)10 mi
46Gay Couples Institute – LGBTQ+ Couples Therapy & Relationship Coaching655.0★ (3)In San Francisco
47Krug Counseling: Orah Krug PhD655.0★ (4)10 mi
48DOT Center655.0★ (6)9 mi
49Tavio Counseling & Wellness655.0★ (12)9 mi
50Wendy E. Maron, MA643.0★ (4)13 mi

Also serving San Francisco

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 San Francisco
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Andrew Kushnick Psychotherapy4.8★ (18)In San Francisco
Annie Patyk Therapy, AMFT – Whole Health Counseling Center5.0★ (12)In San Francisco
California Center for Change4.6★ (10)In San Francisco
Calm Again Counseling in San Francisco, CA5.0★ (12)In San Francisco
Chris Hershey-Van Horn, LCSW5.0★ (11)In San Francisco
Church Street Integral Counseling Center4.5★ (17)In San Francisco
Danielle Brandon, LMFT5.0★ (18)In San Francisco
Elisenda Asencio-MacMartin, LCSW5.0★ (22)In San Francisco
Heather Atles, Relationship, Sex, & Intimacy Coaching4.9★ (29)In San Francisco
Integral Counseling Center4.8★ (16)In San Francisco
Janet Lee Therapy5.0★ (11)In San Francisco
Liberation Institute4.0★ (11)In San Francisco
Masha Lisitsa, LMFT4.8★ (19)In San Francisco
Michelle Deely, MFT Therapy for Burned Out Moms5.0★ (11)In San Francisco
Mission Mental Health/Mission ACT2.6★ (11)In San Francisco
Savant Care4.2★ (119)In San Francisco
SF REIKI CENTER4.8★ (25)In San Francisco
Stillpoint San Francisco Therapy Collective5.0★ (31)In San Francisco
Therapy with Larissa House5.0★ (14)In San Francisco
Whole Health Counseling: Erin Cervelli, AMFT|APCC5.0★ (10)In San Francisco

How we ranked San Francisco couples therapists

We scored 220 San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in San Francisco?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in San Francisco, CA is The Davon Method Relationship Coaching & Tantra Workshops with an RP Score of 79/100. It has 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. The Couples Center (#2) and California Couples Counseling (#3) follow. We ranked 220 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in San Francisco?

RankedPsychologists ranks 220 couples therapists serving San Francisco, CA. 33 of them are based in San Francisco; 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 San Francisco work on weekends?

59 of 220 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 35 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are The Davon Method Relationship Coaching & Tantra Workshops (#1), The Couples Center (#2) and California Couples Counseling (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do San Francisco couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 220 rated couples therapists in San Francisco is 5.0★, with a median of 6 reviews. The Davon Method Relationship Coaching & Tantra Workshops has the most, 43 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 San Francisco count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 220 couples therapists serving San Francisco.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.