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Best Couples Therapists in Westminster, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Westminster: Novus Mindful Life Institute Family Counseling and Recovery, RP Score 76/100; 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 20

    Most-reviewed: Dr. Shirin Nooravi, 213 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 329 ranked; ranked #20.

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

329 Westminster couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 127 open Saturdays and 48 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 329 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in Westminster 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 Westminster at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Novus Mindful Life Institute Family Counseling and Recovery764.8★ (20)Garden Grove, 2 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Browning Therapy Group723.7★ (3)Los Alamitos, 4 mi away——
3VICKI COCCARO724.2★ (5)Los Alamitos, 4 mi away——
4Mark Howerton, LMFT714.4★ (5)Costa Mesa, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Elizabeth Middleton, MA MFT714.8★ (4)Seal Beach, 6 mi away——
6Jennifer Catabas, LMFT, LPCC704.6★ (10)Costa Mesa, 8 mi away——
7Self Help Orange County705.0★ (54)Santa Ana, 8 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8Soul Restoration Project694.7★ (12)Santa Ana, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Dr. Heather M. Browne, PsyD, LMFT695.0★ (5)Huntington Beach, 2 mi awayEvenings—
10Luisa Contreras, Marriage & Sex Therapist694.8★ (21)Newport Beach, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 329 best couples therapists in Westminster, 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 Westminster

    Based in Garden Grove, 2 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 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.

    • 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 7 AM–10 PM
    Address
    12832 Valley View St Ste 107, Garden Grove, CA 92845
  2. Based in Los Alamitos, 4 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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.

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    5122 Katella Ave Ste 305, Los Alamitos, CA 90720
  3. Based in Los Alamitos, 4 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 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.

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    4132 Katella Ave Unit 104, Los Alamitos, CA 90720
  4. Based in Costa Mesa, 9 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 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.

    • 4.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    3001 Red Hill Ave Building 1, Suite #211, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
  5. Based in Costa Mesa, 8 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 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.

    • 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews
    Address
    1500 Adams Ave Ste 305, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
  6. Based in Santa Ana, 8 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 54 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2101 N Main St Ste c, Santa Ana, CA 92706
  7. Based in Santa Ana, 10 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–6 PM
    Address
    1801 Parkcourt Pl F205, Santa Ana, CA 92701
  8. Based in Huntington Beach, 2 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 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    6931 Edinger Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
  9. Based in Newport Beach, 10 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 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.

    • 4.8★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    1451 Quail St Ste 211, Newport Beach, CA 92660
  10. 69/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 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.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu closed · Fri–Sun 8 AM–7 PM
    Address
    305 N Harbor Blvd #202, Fullerton, CA 92832
  11. Based in Garden Grove, 3 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.9★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–9 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9851 Bixby Ave, Garden Grove, CA 92841
  12. Based in Long Beach, 7 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 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.

    • 4.7★ from 53 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 11 AM–6 PM · Wed 3 PM–9 PM · Thu–Fri 11 AM–6 PM · Sat 12 PM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    436 N Bellflower Blvd Suite 104, Long Beach, CA 90814
  13. Based in Los Alamitos, 4 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #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.

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Thu 1 PM–8 PM · Fri–Sat 11 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    5212 Katella Ave #103B, Los Alamitos, CA 90720
  14. Based in Orange, 8 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #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 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    1310 W Stewart Dr Ste 306, Orange, CA 92868
  15. 69/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 18 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 18 Google reviews
    Address
    1440 N Harbor Blvd Suite 900, Fullerton, CA 92835
  16. Based in Santa Ana, 10 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 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–Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sun 9 AM–6 PM
    Address
    2050 N Tustin Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705
  17. 68/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 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.

    • 3.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    18837 Brookhurst St Ste 102, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
  18. Based in Newport Beach, 11 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.9★ from 213 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 213 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4425 Jamboree Rd Ste 184, Newport Beach, CA 92660
  19. 68/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 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.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 11 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 12 PM–6 PM
    Address
    4701 Von Karman Ave #328, Newport Beach, CA 92660
  20. Based in Fullerton, 10 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 64 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 64 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1370 N Brea Blvd #245, Fullerton, CA 92835
  21. Based in Cerritos, 10 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 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.

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    17215 Studebaker Rd, Cerritos, CA 90703
  22. Based in Long Beach, 9 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 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
    4433 E Village Rd I, Long Beach, CA 90808

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

couples therapists in Westminster, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Amie Lowery-Luyties, MFT685.0★ (7)10 mi
27Dr. Peter Robbins, PhD ~ Emergency Marital Therapist685.0★ (97)10 mi
28Journeys Counseling674.3★ (6)8 mi
29Turning Point Counseling - Christian Counseling674.8★ (41)10 mi
30Dr. Candyce Zito672.3★ (3)9 mi
31Davis Denise E675.0★ (4)11 mi
32Turning Point Counseling - Christian Counseling675.0★ (3)8 mi
33Dr. Sheri Keffer674.2★ (5)11 mi
34Grossman Barbara R PHD663.4★ (10)11 mi
35Linda Nusbaum, MFT662.3★ (3)11 mi
36Couples Healing Center Long Beach664.8★ (22)11 mi
37Melissa Mellon, M.A., LMFT653.0★ (4)9 mi
38Irvine Family Counseling655.0★ (41)16 mi
39Tena Madrid/Counseling Solutions654.0★ (4)5 mi
40Liz Dube, Sex Therapy & Couples Therapy655.0★ (12)7 mi
41Marilyn Shenker, M.F.T.654.2★ (5)12 mi
42The Couples Therapy & Reunification Counseling-Newport Beach654.9★ (9)11 mi
43Sean Rathan, MFT655.0★ (3)5 mi
44Jim Swaniger MA, LMFT655.0★ (7)11 mi
45Dr. Earl Henslin655.0★ (3)13 mi
46Huffman Anne M655.0★ (3)13 mi
47Turning Point Counseling - Christian Counseling655.0★ (19)13 mi
48Couples TLC Counseling, Inc.643.7★ (3)11 mi
49Rosa Izquierdo642.9★ (15)12 mi
50Lori L. Breeden-Gomez, MS, LMFT, LPCC645.0★ (5)14 mi

Also serving Westminster

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 Westminster
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
ACT Family Counseling - Huntington Beach3.0★ (2)5 mi
Agape health services ca5.0★ (2)In Westminster
Carol J. Cole, LMFT3.0★ (2)6 mi
Christina Johnson MFT5.0★ (2)4 mi
Christopher Brown, CounselorIn Westminster
Duane Osterlind, Sex Addiction and Betrayal Trauma Therapy5.0★ (2)2 mi
Heather Pearman, MFT5.0★ (2)4 mi
Hongchau T. Tang, MSWIn Westminster
Ingrid Murrle, Counselor5.0★ (1)In Westminster
Jean Jones, CounselorIn Westminster
Joshua Suri, Counselor5.0★ (4)In Westminster
Julie Duane, Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerIn Westminster
Ligaya Resurreccion, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner5.0★ (1)In Westminster
Lynne M. Palmer, LMFTIn Westminster
Marsalee Malatesta, Counselor5.0★ (2)In Westminster
New Day Group5.0★ (1)In Westminster
Phoenix Rising Intuitive Counseling & Energy Healing, LLC5.0★ (72)In Westminster
Pooja Sharma, Counselor5.0★ (1)In Westminster
Progeny Psychiatric Clinic - Westminster4.1★ (12)In Westminster
Simona Borza, Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerIn Westminster

How we ranked Westminster couples therapists

We scored 329 Westminster 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 Westminster 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 Westminster: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Westminster?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Westminster, CA is Novus Mindful Life Institute Family Counseling and Recovery with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Browning Therapy Group (#2) and VICKI COCCARO (#3) follow. We ranked 329 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Westminster?

RankedPsychologists ranks 329 couples therapists serving Westminster, CA. 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 Westminster work on weekends?

127 of 329 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 48 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Novus Mindful Life Institute Family Counseling and Recovery (#1), Mark Howerton, LMFT (#4) and Self Help Orange County (#7). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Westminster couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 329 rated couples therapists in Westminster is 5.0★, with a median of 7 reviews. Dr. Shirin Nooravi has the most, 213 reviews, and ranks #20. 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 Westminster count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Westminster 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 Westminster 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 Westminster

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 329 couples therapists serving Westminster.