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Best Couples Therapists in Victoria, BC (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Victoria: Urban Counseling, RP Score 78/100; 4.9★ from 16 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 6

    Most-reviewed: WayPoint Counselling Network, 68 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 22 ranked; ranked #6.

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

22 Victoria couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 12 open Saturdays and 8 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 22 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in Victoria 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 Victoria at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Urban Counseling784.9★ (16)VictoriaSat · SunOverall
2Solution Innovators715.0★ (3)Victoria——
3Leah MacInnes Therapy and Consulting713.4★ (5)Victoria——
4Alan Rice Counselling Victoria705.0★ (53)VictoriaSat · Sun · Evenings—
5NeurAlive Counselling & Neurofeedback685.0★ (47)VictoriaSat · Sun · Evenings—
6WayPoint Counselling Network664.7★ (68)Victoria—Most reviews
7Your Path Counselling664.6★ (22)VictoriaSat · Sun · Evenings—
8South Island Counselling654.2★ (9)VictoriaSat · Sun · Evenings—
9Soul Silhouette Healing644.8★ (52)VictoriaSat—
10Island Wellness Counselling645.0★ (6)Victoria——

The 22 best couples therapists in Victoria, 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 Victoria

    #1 Urban Counseling

    Based in Victoria

    78/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.9★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Sun 11 AM–4 PM
    Address
    269 Niagara St, Victoria, BC V8V 1G4
    View profile for Urban Counseling(604) 989-2894

  2. #2 Solution Innovators

    Based in Victoria

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1159 Finlayson St, Victoria, BC V8T 2V2
    View profile for Solution Innovators(250) 380-0702

  7. #7 Your Path Counselling

    Based in Victoria

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 22 Google reviews, based in Victoria.

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

    • 4.6★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8:30 AM–9 PM
    Address
    821 Burdett Ave #303, Victoria, BC V8W 1B3
    View profile for Your Path Counselling(778) 902-3735

  8. #8 South Island Counselling

    Based in Victoria

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.2★ from 9 Google reviews, based in Victoria.

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

    • 4.2★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
    Address
    3821A Cedar Hill Cross Rd, Victoria, BC V8P 3Z6
    View profile for South Island Counselling(250) 472-2851

  9. #9 Soul Silhouette Healing

    Based in Victoria

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 52 Google reviews, based in Victoria.

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

    • 4.8★ from 52 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1822 Oak Bay Ave, Victoria, BC V8R 1B9
    View profile for Soul Silhouette Healing(250) 886-3992

  11. #11 Avis Counselling

    Based in Oak Bay, 1 km away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, 1 km from Victoria.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    View profile for Avis Counselling(250) 589-8090

  13. #13 Dawn Cox Counselling

    Based in Victoria

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.4★ from 20 Google reviews, based in Victoria.

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

    • 4.4★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed 11 AM–6 PM · Thu–Sat 9 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    895 Fort St #214, Victoria, BC V8W 1H7
    View profile for Dawn Cox Counselling(250) 216-9422

  16. #16 Luana Rose - ThirdSpace

    Based in Victoria

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 18 Google reviews, based in Victoria.

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

    • 4.9★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue closed · Wed 5:30 PM–9 PM · Thu–Fri closed · Sat 10:30 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    721 Kings Rd, Victoria, BC V8T 1W4
    View profile for Luana Rose - ThirdSpace(778) 847-9229

  18. #18 Heart and Oak Therapy

    Based in Victoria

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, based in Victoria.

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

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 4:30 PM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 7:30 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5640 Batu Rd, Victoria, BC V8Z 6K5
    View profile for Heart and Oak Therapy(250) 661-2212

  22. #22 Alight Counselling

    Based in Victoria

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, based in Victoria.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9:30 AM–5 PM · Wed–Thu 9:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 9:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1820D Oak Bay Ave, Victoria, BC V8R 1B9
    View profile for Alight Counselling(778) 679-9387

Also serving Victoria

20 more couples therapists within 32 km that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked couples therapists serving Victoria
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Aurora Health & Wellness4.9★ (296)In Victoria
Daniel M Hughes Counselling4.6★ (20)In Victoria
Dr. Michael Berry, R. Psych. Inc.4.9★ (38)In Victoria
Driftwood Sport & Wellness4.9★ (503)In Victoria
Holistic Counselling Victoria5.0★ (16)In Victoria
LIFE Seminars with Dr. Allison Rees: Family Education4.9★ (14)In Victoria
Lifemark Physiotherapy View Royal4.7★ (243)In Victoria
Mandala Center For Health & Wellness4.8★ (61)In Victoria
Matthew Gardner Counselling5.0★ (40)In Victoria
Mental Blocks EMDR Therapy/Sally-Anne Haug5.0★ (19)In Victoria
Michael Walsh Addiction Specialist Victoria4.9★ (85)In Victoria
Nested Heart Counselling5.0★ (14)In Victoria
Optimind Clinic4.6★ (29)In Victoria
Pacific Centre Family Services Association4.6★ (18)In Victoria
Robin Evan Willis Counselling and Psychotherapy5.0★ (20)In Victoria
Royal Bay Massage Therapy5.0★ (30)In Victoria
Sit With Us Therapy Collective5.0★ (18)In Victoria
Strength in Heart Counselling4.8★ (63)In Victoria
Thriving Minds Counselling & Coaching5.0★ (40)In Victoria
Wise Body Counselling5.0★ (14)In Victoria

How we ranked Victoria couples therapists

We scored 22 Victoria 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 Victoria 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 Victoria: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Victoria?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Victoria, BC is Urban Counseling with an RP Score of 78/100. It has 4.9★ from 16 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Solution Innovators (#2) and Leah MacInnes Therapy and Consulting (#3) follow. We ranked 22 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Victoria?

RankedPsychologists ranks 22 couples therapists serving Victoria, BC. 20 of them are based in Victoria; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 32 km 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 Victoria work on weekends?

12 of 22 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 8 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Urban Counseling (#1), Alan Rice Counselling Victoria (#4) and NeurAlive Counselling & Neurofeedback (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Victoria couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 22 rated couples therapists in Victoria is 5.0★, with a median of 9 reviews. WayPoint Counselling Network has the most, 68 reviews, and ranks #6. 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 Victoria count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 32 km of the Victoria city centre, 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 Victoria 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 Victoria

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 22 couples therapists serving Victoria.

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