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Best Couples Therapists in South Suffolk, VA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in South Suffolk: Deep Connections Counseling, RP Score 58/100; 4.3★ from 16 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 1 PM.

  2. 5

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Chesapeake, 251 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 30 ranked; ranked #5.

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

30 South Suffolk couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 6 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 30 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in South Suffolk 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 South Suffolk at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Deep Connections Counseling584.3★ (16)Norfolk, 19 mi awaySat · EveningsOverall
2The Relationship Center of Hampton Roads at Waterside585.0★ (5)Norfolk, 19 mi awaySat · Evenings—
3Release it Counseling575.0★ (20)Suffolk, 1 mi away——
4The Clarity Center, LLC555.0★ (3)South Suffolk——
5Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Chesapeake544.5★ (251)Chesapeake, 15 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
6Margaux Flood, LCSW525.0★ (12)Norfolk, 17 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Norfolk494.3★ (117)Norfolk, 19 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Suffolk494.6★ (159)Suffolk, 14 mi away——
9Jasmine Malone, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner474.9★ (22)Suffolk, 14 mi away——
10Dr. Melissa Gross, Psychiatrist474.7★ (18)Suffolk, 14 mi away——

The 30 best couples therapists in South Suffolk, 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.

Scores below: based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. Ranked #1 in South Suffolk

    #1 Deep Connections Counseling

    Based in Norfolk, 19 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.3★ from 16 Google reviews.

    • 4.3★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    129 W Virginia Beach Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23510
    View profile for Deep Connections Counseling(757) 704-5558

  3. #3 Release it Counseling

    Based in Suffolk, 1 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, 1 mi from South Suffolk.

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    424 Market St #100, Suffolk, VA 23434
    View profile for Release it Counseling(757) 347-0703

  13. #13 Patricia Crowder, Counselor

    Based in Suffolk, 14 mi away

    46/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    • 4.9★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5131 River Club Dr Suite 200, Suffolk, VA 23435
    View profile for Patricia Crowder, Counselor(757) 929-7569

  15. #15 Miranda Chakos, Psychiatrist

    Based in Suffolk, 14 mi away

    46/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.2★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    • 4.2★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5131 River Club Dr Suite 200, Suffolk, VA 23435
    View profile for Miranda Chakos, Psychiatrist(757) 929-7569

  17. #17 Dr. Audrey King, Counselor

    Based in Suffolk, 14 mi away

    46/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

    • 4.8★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5131 River Club Dr Suite 200, Suffolk, VA 23435
    View profile for Dr. Audrey King, Counselor(757) 929-7569

  25. #25 Michelle Hawbaker, Counselor

    Based in Chesapeake, 20 mi away

    42/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    • 5.0★ from 14 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
    555 Belaire Ave Ste 350, Chesapeake, VA 23320
    View profile for Michelle Hawbaker, Counselor(757) 900-6525

All 30 couples therapists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #30, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

couples therapists in South Suffolk, ranks 26 to 30
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Connected Wellness Group: Mental Health Counseling and Wellness414.6★ (9)20 mi
27Amber McGill, Counselor415.0★ (6)20 mi
28Mason Counseling Group413.5★ (15)19 mi
29Kiara Walton, Counselor405.0★ (3)20 mi
30Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare392.8★ (51)19 mi

Also serving South Suffolk

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 South Suffolk
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
360 Citizens5.0★ (1)16 mi
Angel Marriage and Family Services5.0★ (1)19 mi
Bertresh London-Nunez, LPC15 mi
Castonguay Nora G1.0★ (1)16 mi
Christina Jones, Counselor5.0★ (1)20 mi
Connect Christian Family Counseling Hampton Roads / Chesapeake virginia1.0★ (1)20 mi
Demetrius Donseroux, Counselor14 mi
Dr. Geoffrey Ludford14 mi
Elana Sowers, LCSW15 mi
Faith Williams, Counselor5.0★ (2)20 mi
Ife Milligan, LCSW15 mi
Jerusha Mcclendon, LICSW15 mi
Kerry Maldiner5.0★ (1)19 mi
Life Song Christian Caring, Inc.5.0★ (1)14 mi
Michelle Wiggins, Counselor5.0★ (1)14 mi
New Direction Christian Counseling Center, Inc5 mi
Nita Reid, Counselor14 mi
Sarah-Kate Hawkins15 mi
The Marriage Restoration Project: Couples Counseling with Rabbi Shlomo5.0★ (1)18 mi
Transforming Hearts, LLC4.5★ (2)19 mi

How we ranked South Suffolk couples therapists

We scored 30 South Suffolk 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 South Suffolk 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 South Suffolk: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in South Suffolk?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in South Suffolk, VA is Deep Connections Counseling with an RP Score of 58/100. It has 4.3★ from 16 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 1 PM. The Relationship Center of Hampton Roads at Waterside (#2) and Release it Counseling (#3) follow. We ranked 30 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in South Suffolk?

RankedPsychologists ranks 30 couples therapists serving South Suffolk, VA. 1 of them is based in South Suffolk; 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 South Suffolk work on weekends?

6 of 30 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Deep Connections Counseling (#1), The Relationship Center of Hampton Roads at Waterside (#2) and Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Chesapeake (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do South Suffolk couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 30 rated couples therapists in South Suffolk is 4.7★, with a median of 15 reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Chesapeake has the most, 251 reviews, and ranks #5. 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 South Suffolk count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the South Suffolk 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 South Suffolk 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 South Suffolk

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 30 couples therapists serving South Suffolk.

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