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Best Couples Therapists in San Ramon, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in San Ramon: Natasha Edelhaus, LMFT, RP Score 76/100; 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 46

    Most-reviewed: Julie Weigel, LMFT, 57 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 140 ranked; ranked #46.

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

140 San Ramon couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 43 open Saturdays and 26 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 140 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in San Ramon 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 Ramon at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Natasha Edelhaus, LMFT764.4★ (7)San RamonSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Renewed Relationships Counseling Group735.0★ (17)Danville, 3 mi awaySat · Evenings—
3Clarence Youngs705.0★ (3)Pleasanton, 7 mi away——
4The Relationship Doc704.0★ (4)San RamonEvenings—
5Di Rienzo Julia694.4★ (7)Walnut Creek, 9 mi away——
6Institute of Mindful Therapy Inc.683.8★ (16)Walnut Creek, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Estee Goren, Marriage Counseling and Family Therapy684.8★ (8)Danville, 4 mi awayEvenings—
8Fedra Tehrani675.0★ (5)Danville, 4 mi away——
9Marley Locatelli654.0★ (7)Livermore, 13 mi away——
10The Couples Center655.0★ (8)Berkeley, 16 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 140 best couples therapists in San Ramon, 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 Ramon

    Based in San Ramon

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–4 PM
    Address
    9935 Alcosta Blvd, San Ramon, CA 94583
  2. Based in Danville, 3 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    822 Hartz Way Ste 215, Danville, CA 94526
  3. Based in Pleasanton, 7 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 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
    6200 Stoneridge Mall Rd #300, Pleasanton, CA 94588
  4. Based in San Ramon

    70/100RP Score

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

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 11 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 11 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    8 Crow Canyon Ct #200, San Ramon, CA 94583
  5. Based in Walnut Creek, 9 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    1460 Maria Ln #310, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
  6. 68/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9:30 AM–9:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–9:30 PM · Thu 9:30 AM–3:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    425 El Pintado Rd Ste 150, Danville, CA 94526
  7. Based in Danville, 4 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 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 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 10 AM–4 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 10 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    425 El Pintado Rd #138, Danville, CA 94526
  8. Based in Livermore, 13 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    1062 Murrieta Blvd, Livermore, CA 94550
  9. Based in Berkeley, 16 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 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–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    2930 Domingo Ave #1201, Berkeley, CA 94705
  10. Based in Lafayette, 11 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 44 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 44 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 11 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3468 Mount Diablo Blvd b301, Lafayette, CA 94549
  11. Based in Walnut Creek, 9 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 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–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1460 Maria Ln #300, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
  12. Based in Dublin, 6 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 39 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 39 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    11501 Dublin Blvd Ste 200, Dublin, CA 94568
  13. Based in Berkeley, 16 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 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 9 AM–10 PM · Sat–Sun 1 PM–5 PM
    Address
    3179 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
  14. Based in Oakland, 15 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Address
    5767 Broadway #101, Oakland, CA 94618
  15. Based in Walnut Creek, 10 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.5★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5:45 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1535 N Main St Ste 250, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
  16. Based in Berkeley, 17 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–10 PM
    Address
    1708 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94709
  17. Based in Oakland, 15 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 7 AM–10 PM
    Address
    5237 College Ave, Oakland, CA 94618
  18. Based in Walnut Creek, 9 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 11 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1931 San Miguel Dr #210, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
  19. Based in Walnut Creek, 10 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 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 closed · Tue–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2363 Boulevard Cir, Walnut Creek, CA 94595
  20. Based in Oakland, 16 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    5625 College Ave, Oakland, CA 94618
  21. Based in Oakland, 15 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 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–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat closed · Sun 12 PM–5 PM
    Address
    4283 Piedmont Ave a2, Oakland, CA 94611
  22. Based in Walnut Creek, 10 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 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–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    150 N Wiget Ln #208, Walnut Creek, CA 94598

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

couples therapists in San Ramon, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Integrative Counseling Services - Jill Mattesich-Udoutch625.0★ (4)10 mi
27Sinead Smyth LMFT613.7★ (3)15 mi
28Epiphany Kaye Coaching614.3★ (11)16 mi
29Matters of the Heart Counseling Centers, A Marriage & Family Therapy Corporation614.6★ (10)10 mi
30Kimbo Prichard, MA, MFT , The Storied Self, Inc.615.0★ (3)17 mi
31Dr. Mark Demanes MFT PH.D.613.0★ (4)10 mi
32Krug Counseling: Orah Krug PhD615.0★ (4)16 mi
33Sycamore Grove605.0★ (6)In San Ramon
34Niles Counseling and Therapy605.0★ (3)14 mi
35Julie Garcia, Marriage and Family Therapist605.0★ (11)19 mi
36Dana Cole, LMFT605.0★ (6)13 mi
37Mcintyre Judith605.0★ (3)19 mi
38Pivot Counseling595.0★ (53)9 mi
39Tavio Counseling & Wellness595.0★ (12)16 mi
40Joan A. Pezanoski, MFT- Oakland Couples Therapy595.0★ (5)15 mi
41DOT Center595.0★ (6)16 mi
42Flourish Mindset Marriage & Family Therapy594.4★ (7)9 mi
43Sarah Wagner, MFT MBA595.0★ (4)14 mi
44Natasa Nordman, LMFT585.0★ (4)16 mi
45Shalini Dayal, Marriage, Family & Child Therapist583.9★ (7)16 mi
46Julie Weigel, LMFT584.9★ (57)11 mi
47Ritenour Counseling575.0★ (9)In San Ramon
48Judye Hess PHD575.0★ (4)17 mi
49Jessica Cliff, MS, LMFT Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist575.0★ (16)9 mi
50Nina Shilling575.0★ (4)17 mi

Also serving San Ramon

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 Ramon
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Angela Johnson TherapyIn San Ramon
Brain Wellness Center4.7★ (57)In San Ramon
Deborah P. Rogers, LMFTIn San Ramon
Diane Memory Mft1.0★ (1)In San Ramon
Dr. Jean Scurria, Ph.D.5.0★ (1)In San Ramon
Ferrari Cynthia5.0★ (1)In San Ramon
Healthy Minds5.0★ (2)In San Ramon
Insight Wellness Center5.0★ (10)In San Ramon
Jennifer Davis, MFT - Profound Impact5.0★ (1)In San Ramon
Jillian Perry LMFT, PMH-C5.0★ (2)In San Ramon
Julie Kraft Therapy5.0★ (4)In San Ramon
Katerina Rozakis5.0★ (1)In San Ramon
Leslie A. Harris, LMFT5.0★ (1)In San Ramon
Mindy M. McHugh, MFT4.0★ (4)In San Ramon
Platin BarbaraIn San Ramon
Ralph Butcher5.0★ (2)In San Ramon
Sweet Mango Therapy Group, Inc.5.0★ (9)In San Ramon
Treehouse Counseling Services3.4★ (5)In San Ramon
Whole Life Therapy4.9★ (14)In San Ramon
Withington DeborahIn San Ramon

How we ranked San Ramon couples therapists

We scored 140 San Ramon 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 Ramon 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 Ramon: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in San Ramon?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in San Ramon, CA is Natasha Edelhaus, LMFT with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Renewed Relationships Counseling Group (#2) and Clarence Youngs (#3) follow. We ranked 140 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in San Ramon?

RankedPsychologists ranks 140 couples therapists serving San Ramon, CA. 4 of them are based in San Ramon; 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 Ramon work on weekends?

43 of 140 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 26 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Natasha Edelhaus, LMFT (#1), Renewed Relationships Counseling Group (#2) and Institute of Mindful Therapy Inc. (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do San Ramon couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 140 rated couples therapists in San Ramon is 5.0★, with a median of 6 reviews. Julie Weigel, LMFT has the most, 57 reviews, and ranks #46. 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 Ramon count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 140 couples therapists serving San Ramon.