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Best Couples Therapists in Wilkes-Barre, PA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Wilkes-Barre: L.Y. Counseling & Behavioral Health Therapy, RP Score 60/100; 4.7★ from 43 Google reviews; open Sundays until 6 PM.

  2. 14

    Most-reviewed: Tiffany Griffiths, Psy.D. & Associates Inc., 42 Google reviews at 3.1★, the most of 16 ranked after L.Y. Counseling & Behavioral Health Therapy; ranked #14.

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

16 Wilkes-Barre couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 9 open Saturdays and 5 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 3.4★ across 16 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in Wilkes-Barre 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 Wilkes-Barre at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1L.Y. Counseling & Behavioral Health Therapy604.7★ (43)Kingston, 2 mi awaySun · EveningsOverall
2John G. Kuna, PsyD and Associates593.4★ (5)Kingston, 1 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Cross Valley Counseling584.8★ (18)Back Mountain, 2 mi awaySat—
4Tiffany Griffiths, Psy.D. & Associates, Inc.533.0★ (31)Kingston, 2 mi awayEvenings—
5Dr. John G. Kuna & Associates533.7★ (3)Back Mountain, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Jill K. Ballman, MA533.7★ (3)Scranton, 16 mi away——
7Counseling & Therapy by Miriam Hartley, LCSW & Associates535.0★ (24)Back Mountain, 8 mi awaySat · Evenings—
820/20 Counseling, LLC524.2★ (5)Back Mountain, 2 mi awayEvenings—
9John G. Kuna, PsyD and Associates502.9★ (20)Scranton, 12 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Early Psychiatric & Counseling Svc., LLC.471.8★ (9)Mountain Top, 6 mi away——

The 16 best couples therapists in Wilkes-Barre, 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.

  6. #6 Jill K. Ballman, MA

    Based in Scranton, 16 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    327 N Washington Ave, Scranton, PA 18509
    View profile for Jill K. Ballman, MA(570) 909-9324

  8. #8 20/20 Counseling, LLC

    Based in Back Mountain, 2 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, 2 mi from Wilkes-Barre.

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    900 Rutter Ave, Forty Fort, PA 18704
    View profile for 20/20 Counseling, LLC(570) 285-3179

  13. #13 Out of the Box Therapy

    Based in Scranton, 16 mi away

    44/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

    • 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–2:30 PM · Sat closed · Sun 8:30 AM–7 PM
    Address
    321 Spruce St #511, Scranton, PA 18503
    View profile for Out of the Box Therapy(570) 209-7998

Also serving Wilkes-Barre

16 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 Wilkes-Barre
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Center for Relational Counseling - Yehudah Forster, LAMFT - Relationship and Individual Therapist in Kingston, PA5.0★ (1)2 mi
CleanSlate Outpatient Addiction Medicine3.9★ (125)In Wilkes-Barre
Cory Ian Shafer LPC Therapy & Counseling5.0★ (1)20 mi
David E. Gallick, LSW1 mi
Dr. John G Kuna and AssociatesIn Wilkes-Barre
Dr. John G Kuna and Associates19 mi
Kelsey G Nataupsky5.0★ (1)1 mi
Marriage Counseling Center3.0★ (2)19 mi
Marriage Resource Center4.5★ (2)16 mi
Red Bird Mental Health Services4.2★ (13)In Wilkes-Barre
Robinson Counseling Center - SUD Services3.8★ (24)In Wilkes-Barre
Sandra Turinski1 mi
Stewart Psychological & Consultation Services, LLC19 mi
Summit Counseling20 mi
Therapy with Aaron2 mi
Ziv Ben-Dov, MFA5.0★ (2)16 mi

How we ranked Wilkes-Barre couples therapists

We scored 16 Wilkes-Barre 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 Wilkes-Barre 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 Wilkes-Barre: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Wilkes-Barre?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Wilkes-Barre, PA is L.Y. Counseling & Behavioral Health Therapy with an RP Score of 60/100. It has 4.7★ from 43 Google reviews. It is open Sundays until 6 PM. John G. Kuna, PsyD and Associates (#2) and Cross Valley Counseling (#3) follow. We ranked 16 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Wilkes-Barre?

RankedPsychologists ranks 16 couples therapists serving Wilkes-Barre, PA. Another 16 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 Wilkes-Barre work on weekends?

9 of 16 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 5 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are John G. Kuna, PsyD and Associates (#2), Cross Valley Counseling (#3) and Dr. John G. Kuna & Associates (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Wilkes-Barre couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 16 rated couples therapists in Wilkes-Barre is 3.4★, with a median of 10 reviews. L.Y. Counseling & Behavioral Health Therapy has the most, 43 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 Wilkes-Barre count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Wilkes-Barre 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 Wilkes-Barre 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 Wilkes-Barre

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 16 couples therapists serving Wilkes-Barre.

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