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Best Family Therapists in Augusta, GA (2026)

52 family therapists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Augusta: Burch Karen Shaw, RP Score 74/100; 3.3★ from 7 Google reviews.

  2. 8

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Augusta, 625 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 52 ranked; ranked #8.

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

52 Augusta family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 3 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 52 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in Augusta 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 family therapists in Augusta at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Burch Karen Shaw743.3★ (7)Augusta—Overall
2Center For Care & Counseling694.2★ (10)Augusta——
3Wilson's Garden Of Hope Play Therapy & Counseling Center663.3★ (23)Augusta——
4Thriveworks Psychiatry & Counseling Augusta644.7★ (53)AugustaSat · Sun · Evenings—
5Life Management Group624.0★ (23)AugustaSat · Sun · Evenings—
6Miller Ellen E603.4★ (5)Aiken, 16 mi away——
7ReNu Children & Family Counseling603.6★ (5)Augusta——
8LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Augusta604.5★ (625)Augusta—Most reviews
9John C. Whitley III, PhD604.5★ (4)Augusta——
10Stewart Shevitz, Psychiatrist594.7★ (76)Augusta——

The 52 best family therapists in Augusta, 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 Augusta

    #1 Burch Karen Shaw

    Based in Augusta

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.3★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    3150 Perimeter Pkwy Ste. 110, Augusta, GA 30909
    View profile for Burch Karen Shaw(706) 210-4843

  3. #3 Wilson's Garden Of Hope Play Therapy & Counseling Center

    Based in Augusta

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.3★ from 23 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–12 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–12 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    4210 Columbia Rd Ste 13B, Augusta, GA 30907
    View profile for Wilson's Garden Of Hope Play Therapy & Counseling Center(706) 496-2856

  5. #5 Life Management Group

    Based in Augusta

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.0★ from 23 Google reviews, based in Augusta.

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

    • 4.0★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–7:30 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sun 2 PM–6 PM
    Address
    2808 and 2828 Hillcreek Dr, Augusta, GA 30909
    View profile for Life Management Group(706) 733-0333

  6. #6 Miller Ellen E

    Based in Aiken, 16 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    203 Laurens St SW, Aiken, SC 29801
    View profile for Miller Ellen E(803) 643-0173

  10. #10 Stewart Shevitz, Psychiatrist

    Based in Augusta

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.7★ from 76 Google reviews, based in Augusta.

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

    • 4.7★ from 76 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3633 Wheeler Rd Suite 365, Augusta, GA 30909
    View profile for Stewart Shevitz, Psychiatrist(706) 432-6866

  11. #11 Kelly Thorpe, Counselor

    Based in Augusta

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews, based in Augusta.

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

    • 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3633 Wheeler Rd Suite 365, Augusta, GA 30909
    View profile for Kelly Thorpe, Counselor(706) 432-6866

  12. #12 Serene Health Group

    Based in Augusta

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews, based in Augusta.

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

    • 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3740 Walton Wy Ext, Augusta, GA 30907
    View profile for Serene Health Group(706) 247-8675

  14. #14 Brian Adams, Counselor

    Based in Augusta

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 14 Google reviews, based in Augusta.

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

    • 4.9★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3633 Wheeler Rd Suite 365, Augusta, GA 30909
    View profile for Brian Adams, Counselor(706) 432-6866

  15. #15 Christy McWaters, Counselor

    Based in Augusta

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, based in Augusta.

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

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3633 Wheeler Rd Suite 365, Augusta, GA 30909
    View profile for Christy McWaters, Counselor(706) 432-6866

  16. #16 Jones Behavioral Health

    Based in Augusta

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 27 Google reviews, based in Augusta.

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

    • 4.6★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    114 Pleasant Home Rd Ste A, Augusta, GA 30907
    View profile for Jones Behavioral Health(706) 364-3209

  17. #17 Kathryn Thompson, Counselor

    Based in Augusta

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews, based in Augusta.

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

    • 4.6★ 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
    3633 Wheeler Rd Suite 365, Augusta, GA 30909
    View profile for Kathryn Thompson, Counselor(706) 432-6866

  19. #19 Tucker Braddy, Counselor

    Based in Augusta

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews, based in Augusta.

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

    • 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3633 Wheeler Rd Suite 365, Augusta, GA 30909
    View profile for Tucker Braddy, Counselor(706) 432-6866

  20. #20 Ebonie Harris, Counselor

    Based in Augusta

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, based in Augusta.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3633 Wheeler Rd Suite 365, Augusta, GA 30909
    View profile for Ebonie Harris, Counselor(706) 432-6866

  24. #24 Donna H. Lewis, LCSW

    Based in Augusta

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, based in Augusta.

    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
    4143 Columbia Rd, Augusta, GA 30907
    View profile for Donna H. Lewis, LCSW(706) 651-1299

Family 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 52 ranked family therapists here; the rest are on their profiles.

family therapists in Augusta, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Brandon Coussens, LMFT555.0★ (3)In Augusta
27Outspoken Counseling and Consulting LLC555.0★ (3)In Augusta
28Savannah River Counseling525.0★ (18)7 mi
29Chosen Church - Grovetown525.0★ (152)12 mi
30Empower Counseling PLLC515.0★ (24)8 mi
31LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Evans514.5★ (148)10 mi
32Kathy Dexter, Physician Assistant504.9★ (39)10 mi
33Daniela Andronic, Counselor504.8★ (27)10 mi
34LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Grovetown494.5★ (284)13 mi
35Edward Hancock, Counselor495.0★ (10)10 mi
36Joanna Crockett, Counselor495.0★ (10)10 mi
37Janese Brown, Counselor494.9★ (10)10 mi
38Legacy Marriage Resources, LLC484.4★ (15)10 mi
39Stefanie Livingston, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner484.9★ (40)13 mi
40Rebecca Baldwin, Counselor485.0★ (5)10 mi
41Elizabeth Harison, Counselor485.0★ (5)10 mi
42Leslie Owen, Counselor485.0★ (5)10 mi
43Amanda Viola-Brooke, Counselor485.0★ (4)10 mi
44Erin Richardson, Counselor485.0★ (4)10 mi
45Mary Maynard, Counselor485.0★ (4)10 mi
46Donald Weatherford, Counselor484.9★ (25)13 mi
47Glenn Niles, Counselor485.0★ (21)13 mi
48Mikayla Stovall, Counselor485.0★ (3)10 mi
49Courtney Matthews, Counselor465.0★ (8)13 mi
50Shareika Norman, Counselor465.0★ (8)13 mi

Also serving Augusta

20 more family 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 family therapists serving Augusta
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
A Bell's Counseling3.0★ (10)In Augusta
After Hours Hypnotherapy, LLC5.0★ (52)In Augusta
Augusta Counseling Professionals4.8★ (33)In Augusta
Augusta Psychiatry and Therapy Associates3.4★ (41)In Augusta
Blue Gems ABA Therapy in Augusta Georgia4.7★ (12)In Augusta
Bridging XVII Counseling Center, LLC4.6★ (11)In Augusta
Catalyst Community Counseling5.0★ (11)In Augusta
Clarvida3.3★ (27)In Augusta
Clarvida2.9★ (13)In Augusta
Destiny Life Management Group LLC5.0★ (10)In Augusta
Elephant in the Room Counseling Services, LLC4.5★ (25)In Augusta
Georgia Psychology & Counseling4.2★ (21)In Augusta
Ivy Collaborative Healthcare4.8★ (84)In Augusta
Lelan Clinton Byrd, Psychiatrist5.0★ (29)In Augusta
Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta2.4★ (193)In Augusta
New Encounters Counseling Services, LLC3.5★ (11)In Augusta
Quality Care & Advocacy Group, Inc2.7★ (7)In Augusta
Steppingstones To Recovery4.5★ (28)In Augusta
TruTherapy3.7★ (44)In Augusta
Your Health House Calls - Augusta, GA4.4★ (99)In Augusta

How we ranked Augusta family therapists

We scored 52 Augusta family 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 Augusta 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 family therapist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure family therapy is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Marriage and family therapists (LMFT) are trained to work with families as a whole; psychologists and counselors may also offer family sessions, so ask about their training.
  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 family 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 family therapy?
  • Who would you want to attend the first session?
  • 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.

Family therapists in Augusta: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Augusta?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Augusta, GA is Burch Karen Shaw with an RP Score of 74/100. It has 3.3★ from 7 Google reviews. Center For Care & Counseling (#2) and Wilson's Garden Of Hope Play Therapy & Counseling Center (#3) follow. We ranked 52 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Augusta?

RankedPsychologists ranks 52 family therapists serving Augusta, GA. 25 of them are based in Augusta; 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 family therapists in Augusta work on weekends?

3 of 52 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Thriveworks Psychiatry & Counseling Augusta (#4) and Life Management Group (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Augusta family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 52 rated family therapists in Augusta is 5.0★, with a median of 10 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Augusta has the most, 625 reviews, and ranks #8. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank family therapists?

Each family 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 family therapists outside Augusta count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Augusta city center, our service radius for family 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 family 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 family therapists in Augusta ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on family therapy and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

Who attends family therapy?

It depends on the concern. Sessions may include the whole household, a parent and one child, or adult family members. Ask the practice how it decides who comes and whether it also sees people individually.

Can I see a family 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 Augusta

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 52 family therapists serving Augusta.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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