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Best Couples Therapists in Short Pump, VA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Short Pump: Marriage CHATS With Dr. Steve, RP Score 71/100; 4.4★ from 112 Google reviews; open evenings.

  2. 11

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Midlothian, 333 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 93 ranked; ranked #11.

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

93 Short Pump couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 20 open Saturdays and 13 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 93 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in Short Pump 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 Short Pump at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Marriage CHATS With Dr. Steve714.4★ (112)Glen Allen, 2 mi awayEveningsOverall
2PairCare704.6★ (9)Richmond, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Well Marriage Center - Short Pump705.0★ (18)Richmond, 3 mi awayEvenings—
4Marriage & Relationship Coaching Center695.0★ (19)Richmond, 7 mi awaySat · Evenings—
5Piedmont Counseling Collective, LLC635.0★ (13)Richmond, 1 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Well Marriage Center - Midlothian624.8★ (4)Brandermill, 10 mi awayEvenings—
7Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Henrico624.4★ (92)Tuckahoe, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Monroe Behavioral Insight Consulting, LLC605.0★ (34)Richmond, 4 mi away——
9Wellspring of Hope Counseling594.7★ (14)Glen Allen, 2 mi awaySat · Evenings—
10Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Richmond594.3★ (293)Richmond, 8 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 93 best couples therapists in Short Pump, 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 Short Pump

    #1 Marriage CHATS With Dr. Steve

    Based in Glen Allen, 2 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.4★ from 112 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 112 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 12 PM–9 PM · Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4932 Dominion Blvd, Glen Allen, VA 23060
    View profile for Marriage CHATS With Dr. Steve(540) 746-6861

  2. #2 PairCare

    Based in Richmond, 7 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    2004 Bremo Rd #101, Richmond, VA 23226
    View profile for PairCare(804) 214-7663

  3. #3 Well Marriage Center - Short Pump

    Based in Richmond, 3 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 18 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3800 Stillman Pkwy Ste 202, Richmond, VA 23233
    View profile for Well Marriage Center - Short Pump(804) 877-0744

  6. #6 Well Marriage Center - Midlothian

    Based in Brandermill, 10 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1517 Huguenot Rd #103, Midlothian, VA 23113
    View profile for Well Marriage Center - Midlothian(804) 335-0107

  13. #13 LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Glen Allen

    Based in Glen Allen, 2 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.5★ from 159 Google reviews, 2 mi from Short Pump.

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

    • 4.5★ from 159 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
    10900 Nuckols Rd Ste 100, Glen Allen, VA 23060
    View profile for LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Glen Allen(804) 215-3839

  14. #14 LaunchPad Counseling

    Based in Richmond, 7 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 33 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 10 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    5540 Falmouth St #100, Richmond, VA 23230
    View profile for LaunchPad Counseling(804) 665-4681

  15. #15 LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Glen Allen

    Based in Glen Allen, 2 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.4★ from 89 Google reviews, 2 mi from Short Pump.

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

    • 4.4★ from 89 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
    5213 Hickory Park Dr Suite A, Glen Allen, VA 23059
    View profile for LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Glen Allen(804) 237-8030

  16. #16 Keesha Anderson, Counselor

    Based in Glen Allen, 2 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 24 Google reviews, 2 mi from Short Pump.

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

    • 4.8★ from 24 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
    5213 Hickory Park Dr Suite A, Glen Allen, VA 23059
    View profile for Keesha Anderson, Counselor(804) 237-8030

  18. #18 Lifebulb

    Based in Richmond, 11 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 39 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 39 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    View profile for Lifebulb(804) 486-6262

  19. #19 Jennifer Schrecengost, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Glen Allen, 2 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, 2 mi from Short Pump.

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

    • 5.0★ from 13 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
    10900 Nuckols Rd Ste 100, Glen Allen, VA 23060
    View profile for Jennifer Schrecengost, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(804) 215-3839

  24. #24 Wellspring of Hope LLC

    Based in Glen Allen, 2 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, 2 mi from Short Pump.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4121 Cox Rd Ste 120, Glen Allen, VA 23060
    View profile for Wellspring of Hope LLC(804) 887-3062

  25. #25 Lauren Nutile, Psychiatrist

    Based in Glen Allen, 2 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, 2 mi from Short Pump.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 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
    10900 Nuckols Rd Ste 100, Glen Allen, VA 23060
    View profile for Lauren Nutile, Psychiatrist(804) 215-3839

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

couples therapists in Short Pump, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Richmond554.4★ (221)5 mi
27Shavon Bailey, Counselor555.0★ (5)2 mi
28Stephen M. Delo, Counselor555.0★ (5)2 mi
29Candor Therapy Network554.4★ (7)10 mi
30Igor Pryadkin, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner545.0★ (4)2 mi
31Sherin Isaac, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner544.4★ (7)2 mi
32MySpectrum Counseling & Coaching - North Chesterfield, VA544.5★ (169)10 mi
33Light Counseling - Glen Allen, VA544.0★ (8)3 mi
34Huma Nayani, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner545.0★ (3)2 mi
35Lily Sintayehu, Counselor545.0★ (3)2 mi
36Creative Source Counseling545.0★ (5)8 mi
37Zen with Zur, PLLC | Mariah J. Zur545.0★ (10)4 mi
38Saundra Trouslot, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner534.5★ (31)5 mi
39Virginia Counseling Associates534.3★ (11)9 mi
40Michelle Curry, Counselor535.0★ (7)5 mi
41Leon Bryan, Counselor524.8★ (6)5 mi
42LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Richmond524.6★ (267)10 mi
43Robert Sculthorpe, Counselor525.0★ (4)5 mi
44Southern Change Behavioral Health Services, LLC524.8★ (71)10 mi
45Devin Nelson, Counselor524.8★ (4)5 mi
46Advanced Behavioral Health Services, LLC523.7★ (19)10 mi
47Tami Y. Peckham, LCSW523.7★ (6)10 mi
48Sunshine Counseling, LLC525.0★ (8)11 mi
49Richmond Creative Counseling, LLC514.0★ (59)8 mi
50LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Midlothian514.4★ (290)11 mi

Also serving Short Pump

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 Short Pump
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Angela Wilson, Counselor5.0★ (2)11 mi
Caldwell Counseling and Consulting- Blair Caldwell, LCSW5.0★ (1)In Short Pump
Grit and Wellness, LLC3.5★ (2)8 mi
Hamlett John H5.0★ (2)5 mi
Jenn Sions, Counselor5.0★ (2)12 mi
Josh Schubert, LPC5.0★ (1)In Short Pump
Kane-West Counseling, PLLC5.0★ (2)7 mi
Lakeside-Henrico Area Mental Health & Development Services3.0★ (2)9 mi
Lauren Theresa Lucas, Counselor5.0★ (2)12 mi
Leaders for Life Mental Health Services5.0★ (2)12 mi
Leaders for Life Mental Health Services | Richmond VA5.0★ (2)7 mi
Lewis Slusher, Counselor5.0★ (2)2 mi
Living Anew Counseling & Consulting, LLC5.0★ (2)11 mi
Marriage Coaching & Training RVA, LLCIn Short Pump
Megan Spencer, Therapy Clinician5.0★ (2)2 mi
Melody Scott, Counselor5.0★ (2)2 mi
New Hope Counseling, PLLC5.0★ (2)2 mi
Selah Counseling Services VirginiaIn Short Pump
Steven L. Ecker, LPC3.0★ (2)8 mi
Tuckahoe CounselingIn Short Pump

How we ranked Short Pump couples therapists

We scored 93 Short Pump 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 Short Pump 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 Short Pump: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Short Pump?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Short Pump, VA is Marriage CHATS With Dr. Steve with an RP Score of 71/100. It has 4.4★ from 112 Google reviews. It is open evenings. PairCare (#2) and Well Marriage Center - Short Pump (#3) follow. We ranked 93 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Short Pump?

RankedPsychologists ranks 93 couples therapists serving Short Pump, VA. 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 Short Pump work on weekends?

20 of 93 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 13 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are PairCare (#2), Marriage & Relationship Coaching Center (#4) and Piedmont Counseling Collective, LLC (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Short Pump couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 93 rated couples therapists in Short Pump is 4.7★, with a median of 8 reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Midlothian has the most, 333 reviews, and ranks #11. 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 Short Pump count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Short Pump 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 Short Pump 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 Short Pump

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 93 couples therapists serving Short Pump.

More couples therapists and Short Pump pages