76/100RP Score
Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Best Couples Therapists in Seal Beach, CA (2026)
345 couples therapists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Seal Beach: Elizabeth Middleton, MA MFT, RP Score 76/100; 4.8★ from 4 Google reviews.
- 29
Most-reviewed: Dr. Shirin Nooravi, 213 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 345 ranked; ranked #29.
Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
345 Seal Beach couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 125 open Saturdays and 54 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 345 rated practices.
Top 10 couples therapists in Seal Beach 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.
| Rank | Business | RP Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elizabeth Middleton, MA MFT | 76 | 4.8★ (4) | Seal Beach | — | Overall |
| 2 | Novus Mindful Life Institute Family Counseling and Recovery | 73 | 4.8★ (20) | Garden Grove, 5 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Soul Vision Healing Center | 72 | 4.7★ (53) | Long Beach, 2 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Amie Lowery-Luyties, MFT | 72 | 5.0★ (7) | Long Beach, 5 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | VICKI COCCARO | 72 | 4.2★ (5) | Los Alamitos, 5 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Browning Therapy Group | 71 | 3.7★ (3) | Los Alamitos, 6 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Beth Nadel, LMFT | 70 | 5.0★ (3) | Long Beach, 7 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Liz Dube, Sex Therapy & Couples Therapy | 70 | 5.0★ (12) | Long Beach, 1 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 9 | Linda Nusbaum, MFT | 69 | 2.3★ (3) | Long Beach, 7 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Couples Healing Center Long Beach | 69 | 4.8★ (22) | Long Beach, 8 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
The 345 best couples therapists in Seal Beach, 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.
Based in Garden Grove, 5 mi away
73/100RP ScoreRanked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Long Beach, 2 mi away
72/100RP ScoreRanked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.7★ from 53 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Long Beach, 5 mi away
72/100RP ScoreRanked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Los Alamitos, 5 mi away
72/100RP ScoreRanked #5 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.
Based in Los Alamitos, 6 mi away
71/100RP ScoreRanked #6 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.
Based in Long Beach, 7 mi away
70/100RP ScoreRanked #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 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Long Beach, 1 mi away
70/100RP ScoreRanked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Long Beach, 7 mi away
69/100RP ScoreRanked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Long Beach, 8 mi away
69/100RP ScoreRanked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 22 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Long Beach, 9 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #11 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.
Based in Cerritos, 9 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #12 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.
Based in Costa Mesa, 14 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.4★ from 5 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Los Alamitos, 6 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #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 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Long Beach, 3 mi away
67/100RP ScoreRanked #15 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.
Based in Costa Mesa, 12 mi away
66/100RP ScoreRanked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Huntington Beach, 6 mi away
66/100RP ScoreRanked #17 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.
Based in Newport Beach, 15 mi away
66/100RP ScoreRanked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 21 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Long Beach, 8 mi away
66/100RP ScoreRanked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Irvine, 15 mi away
65/100RP ScoreRanked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Fullerton, 14 mi away
65/100RP ScoreRanked #21 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.
Based in Fountain Valley, 9 mi away
65/100RP ScoreRanked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 3.0★ from 8 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Santa Ana, 14 mi away
65/100RP ScoreRanked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Lomita, 13 mi away
65/100RP ScoreRanked #24 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.
Based in Long Beach, 6 mi away
65/100RP ScoreRanked #25 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.
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 345 ranked couples therapists here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Seal Beach
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.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Be Well Collective | Therapy | Seal Beach, CA | 5.0★ (2) | In Seal Beach |
| Cari Teran, LMFT | In Seal Beach | |
| Cathy DeBuono, M.A., M.F.T. | In Seal Beach | |
| Christina M. Zandi, M.A., LMFT | In Seal Beach | |
| Christophe Ngo, LMFT | In Seal Beach | |
| Coastal Therapy & Wellness | 5.0★ (14) | In Seal Beach |
| Hayter Jennifer L | In Seal Beach | |
| JoAnn Fitzpatrick, MA Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist | In Seal Beach | |
| Joanna Rogers | In Seal Beach | |
| John Martin PHD | In Seal Beach | |
| Kara Connell, AAMFT | In Seal Beach | |
| Kitty Cleary Adamovic MS, LMFT | 3.5★ (2) | In Seal Beach |
| Mrs. Michele Jessner | In Seal Beach | |
| Next Step Therapy - Counseling | 5.0★ (1) | In Seal Beach |
| Online Therapy and Counseling in California | In Seal Beach | |
| Robert C. Thrasher, LMFCT | 5.0★ (1) | In Seal Beach |
| Sarah Brink, MS, CPC, SEP, FOT | 5.0★ (1) | In Seal Beach |
| Sharon Kelly | In Seal Beach | |
| Sterling-Erman Jill MFT ATR-BC | In Seal Beach | |
| Yvonne Rodriguez, LMFT | In Seal Beach |
How we ranked Seal Beach couples therapists
We scored 345 Seal Beach 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Seal Beach data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Review volume | 5% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of Google reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availability | Measured |
| Specialty focus | 25% | How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 15% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
How to choose a couples therapist
- Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
- Make sure couples and marriage counseling is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
- Ask what training they have in couples work specifically (for example the Gottman Method or Emotionally Focused Therapy).
- 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.
- Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
- 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 Seal Beach: frequently asked questions
Who is the best couples therapist in Seal Beach?
By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Seal Beach, CA is Elizabeth Middleton, MA MFT with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.8★ from 4 Google reviews. Novus Mindful Life Institute Family Counseling and Recovery (#2) and Soul Vision Healing Center (#3) follow. We ranked 345 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many couples therapists are there in Seal Beach?
RankedPsychologists ranks 345 couples therapists serving Seal Beach, CA. 1 of them is based in Seal Beach; 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 Seal Beach work on weekends?
125 of 345 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 54 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Novus Mindful Life Institute Family Counseling and Recovery (#2), Soul Vision Healing Center (#3) and Couples Healing Center Long Beach (#10). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.
What Google rating do Seal Beach couples therapists have?
The median Google rating among 345 rated couples therapists in Seal Beach is 5.0★, with a median of 7 reviews. Dr. Shirin Nooravi has the most, 213 reviews, and ranks #29. 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 Seal Beach count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Seal Beach 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 Seal Beach 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 Seal Beach
- November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 345 couples therapists serving Seal Beach.
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