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Best Couples Therapists in West Raleigh, NC (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in West Raleigh: Brittani Procknow, LCSW, RP Score 75/100; 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 25

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Counseling & Child Therapy Northeast Raleigh, 119 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 150 ranked; ranked #25.

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

150 West Raleigh couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 50 open Saturdays and 23 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 150 rated practices.

Most of this list also appears on the Couples therapists in Raleigh ranking. See Couples therapists in Raleigh

Top 10 couples therapists in West Raleigh 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 West Raleigh at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Brittani Procknow, LCSW755.0★ (3)Raleigh, 1 mi awaySat · SunOverall
2Rising Tides Therapy Center, PLLC735.0★ (6)Raleigh, 4 mi away——
3Well Marriage Center - Raleigh715.0★ (3)Raleigh, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Couple Forward Therapy & Workshops704.8★ (23)Raleigh, 2 mi awayEvenings—
5Awakenings Center for Couples and Sex Therapy704.2★ (33)Raleigh, 8 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Jennifer Moynihan Wynn, LMFT, CST705.0★ (6)Raleigh, 1 mi awayEvenings—
7Dr. Stanley Hall705.0★ (3)Cary, 7 mi away——
8Good Sex Therapy695.0★ (6)Raleigh, 5 mi awaySat—
9Tri Team Unlimited695.0★ (19)Fuquay-Varina, 4 mi away——
10Within & Between Therapy684.6★ (7)Raleigh, 5 mi awaySat—

The 150 best couples therapists in West Raleigh, 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 West Raleigh

    #1 Brittani Procknow, LCSW

    Based in Raleigh, 1 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 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–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    1022 Washington St, Raleigh, NC 27605
    View profile for Brittani Procknow, LCSW(919) 446-5248

  4. #4 Couple Forward Therapy & Workshops

    Based in Raleigh, 2 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 23 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 10 AM–9 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 10 AM–9 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    213 E Cabarrus St, Raleigh, NC 27601
    View profile for Couple Forward Therapy & Workshops(919) 960-1091

  5. #5 Awakenings Center for Couples and Sex Therapy

    Based in Raleigh, 8 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.2★ from 33 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 33 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–8:30 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    9205 Baileywick Rd Ste 200, Raleigh, NC 27615
    View profile for Awakenings Center for Couples and Sex Therapy(919) 845-5400

  6. #6 Jennifer Moynihan Wynn, LMFT, CST

    Based in Raleigh, 1 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1405 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27605
    View profile for Jennifer Moynihan Wynn, LMFT, CST(919) 926-8057

  7. #7 Dr. Stanley Hall

    Based in Cary, 7 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #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.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    1140 Kildaire Farm Rd #206, Cary, NC 27511
    View profile for Dr. Stanley Hall(919) 444-3226

  8. #8 Good Sex Therapy

    Based in Raleigh, 5 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–4 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    230 W Millbrook Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609
    View profile for Good Sex Therapy(540) 998-9704

  9. #9 Tri Team Unlimited

    Based in Fuquay-Varina, 4 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for Tri Team Unlimited(919) 616-9288

  10. #10 Within & Between Therapy

    Based in Raleigh, 5 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.6★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Thu 10 AM–12 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    216 W Millbrook Rd Ofc F, Raleigh, NC 27609
    View profile for Within & Between Therapy(919) 230-4696

  11. #11 Cary Counseling Center

    Based in Cary, 6 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.5★ from 56 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 56 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    875 Walnut St #220, Cary, NC 27511
    View profile for Cary Counseling Center(919) 467-1180

  13. #13 My-Therapist, Inc.

    Based in Wake Forest, 14 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.9★ from 26 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    152 Capcom Ave #101, Wake Forest, NC 27587
    View profile for My-Therapist, Inc.(919) 551-7222

  14. #14 Minges Counseling, PLLC

    Based in Cary, 6 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1340 SE Maynard Rd Ste 204, Cary, NC 27511
    View profile for Minges Counseling, PLLC(919) 694-7159

  16. #16 Well Marriage Center - Cary

    Based in Cary, 7 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    543 Keisler Dr Ste 202, Cary, NC 27518
    View profile for Well Marriage Center - Cary(919) 439-7739

  17. #17 Anthony Thomas, LCSW - Marriage Menders & Family Counseling

    Based in Raleigh, 6 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 1 PM–9 PM · Tue 11 AM–5 PM · Wed 1 PM–9 PM · Thu 1 PM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    809 Spring Forest Rd Ste 1000, Raleigh, NC 27609
    View profile for Anthony Thomas, LCSW - Marriage Menders & Family Counseling(919) 607-4217

  18. #18 On the Horizon Counseling PLLC

    Based in Raleigh, 8 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 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.

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed closed · Thu–Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat 7 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    8300 Health Park Ste 217, Raleigh, NC 27615
    View profile for On the Horizon Counseling PLLC(984) 207-6175

  23. #23 Birch Therapy

    Based in Raleigh, 1 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, 1 mi from West Raleigh.

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

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    1042 Washington St, Raleigh, NC 27605
    View profile for Birch Therapy(919) 238-9677

  25. #25 Thriveworks Counseling & Child Therapy Northeast Raleigh

    Based in Raleigh, 4 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 119 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 119 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–11 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–9:30 PM
    Address
    3000 Highwoods Blvd #100, Raleigh, NC 27604
    View profile for Thriveworks Counseling & Child Therapy Northeast Raleigh(919) 822-8270

How we ranked West Raleigh couples therapists

We scored 150 West Raleigh 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 West Raleigh 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 West Raleigh: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in West Raleigh?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in West Raleigh, NC is Brittani Procknow, LCSW with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Rising Tides Therapy Center, PLLC (#2) and Well Marriage Center - Raleigh (#3) follow. We ranked 150 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in West Raleigh?

RankedPsychologists ranks 150 couples therapists serving West Raleigh, NC. 1 of them is based in West Raleigh; the rest serve it from nearby towns. 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 West Raleigh work on weekends?

50 of 150 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 23 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Brittani Procknow, LCSW (#1), Well Marriage Center - Raleigh (#3) and Awakenings Center for Couples and Sex Therapy (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do West Raleigh couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 150 rated couples therapists in West Raleigh is 4.8★, with a median of 11 reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Child Therapy Northeast Raleigh has the most, 119 reviews, and ranks #25. 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 West Raleigh count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the West Raleigh 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 West Raleigh 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 West Raleigh

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 150 couples therapists serving West Raleigh.

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