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Best Family Therapists in Bel Air South, MD (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Bel Air South: True Life Discipleship Counseling, RP Score 67/100; 4.8★ from 12 Google reviews; open evenings.

  2. 20

    Most-reviewed: Safe Harbor Behavioral Care of White Marsh, 226 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 49 ranked; ranked #20.

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

49 Bel Air South family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 9 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 49 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in Bel Air South 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 Bel Air South at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1True Life Discipleship Counseling674.8★ (12)Bel Air North, 5 mi awayEveningsOverall
2Safe Harbor Christian Counseling of Bel Air594.8★ (176)Bel Air, 3 mi away——
3Baltimore Family Therapy, LLC594.6★ (10)Baltimore, 12 mi awaySat · Sun—
4Kilgalen & Associates594.6★ (9)Bel Air North, 4 mi away——
5Safe Harbor Community Services of Bel Air594.9★ (29)Bel Air, 1 mi away——
6Pivot Point Counseling, LLC584.2★ (37)Bel Air, 4 mi awaySat · Evenings—
7Safe Harbor Christian Counseling of Bel Air584.4★ (39)Bel Air, 1 mi away——
8Safe Harbor Christian Counseling of Bel Air584.7★ (79)Bel Air, 3 mi away——
9BHP Collective (BHPC)575.0★ (6)Edgewood, 4 mi awaySat · Evenings—
10Safe Harbor Community Services574.6★ (13)Bel Air, 1 mi away——

The 49 best family therapists in Bel Air South, 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.

  4. #4 Kilgalen & Associates

    Based in Bel Air North, 4 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews
    Address
    1716 Harford Rd #204, Fallston, MD 21047
    View profile for Kilgalen & Associates(410) 877-7207

  6. #6 Pivot Point Counseling, LLC

    Based in Bel Air, 4 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.2★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.2★ from 37 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    Building C, 4 North Ave #423, Bel Air, MD 21014
    View profile for Pivot Point Counseling, LLC(410) 449-4955

  9. #9 BHP Collective (BHPC)

    Based in Edgewood, 4 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2113 Emmorton Park Rd #101, Edgewood, MD 21040
    View profile for BHP Collective (BHPC)(443) 729-0828

  15. #15 Turnaround Inc

    Based in Towson, 16 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 2.5★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.5★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    8503 Lasalle Rd, Towson, MD 21286
    View profile for Turnaround Inc(410) 377-8111

  17. #17 Mina Kirkova, LCSW-C, Child and Family Therapist in Phoenix, MD

    Based in Cockeysville, 13 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 78 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 78 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 1 PM–6 PM · Thu–Sun closed
    Address
    3009 Jackson Ridge Ct, Phoenix, MD 21131
    View profile for Mina Kirkova, LCSW-C, Child and Family Therapist in Phoenix, MD(443) 322-6552

  21. #21 Harford Health & Wellness - Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Bel Air, 4 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.3★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 3.3★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–12 PM · Tue 10 AM–1 PM · Wed 10 AM–12 PM · Thu 9 AM–12 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4C North Ave Ste 420, Bel Air, MD 21014
    View profile for Harford Health & Wellness - Nurse Practitioner(410) 638-1900

  22. #22 WCHC Beacon Health Center

    Based in Havre de Grace, 12 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 208 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 208 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–12 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–7 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    253 Lewis Ln #202, Havre De Grace, MD 21078
    View profile for WCHC Beacon Health Center(410) 378-9696

  25. #25 The Counseling Center

    Based in Towson, 16 mi away

    48/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.0★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–8 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–6 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    602 Providence Rd, Towson, MD 21286
    View profile for The Counseling Center(410) 583-7443

All 49 family therapists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #49, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

family therapists in Bel Air South, ranks 26 to 49
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Maryland Health Foundation485.0★ (38)19 mi
27Safe Harbor Behavioral Care of Towson474.9★ (88)17 mi
28Safe Harbor Christian Counseling of Baltimore474.3★ (4)12 mi
29Women's Growth Center473.7★ (3)19 mi
30Mindful Healing Works Wellness Center474.8★ (17)14 mi
31Integrative Behavioral Health474.6★ (11)17 mi
32Associated Mental Health Specs: Fishel Lawrence R463.0★ (11)17 mi
33Columbia Mental Health Psychiatrists and Therapists - Towson454.5★ (35)16 mi
34LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Timonium454.4★ (61)17 mi
35Safe Space Counseling Services455.0★ (19)18 mi
36Nancy Kurtz Craven, Counselor455.0★ (17)17 mi
37Mindful Healing Works Wellness Center454.5★ (186)19 mi
38Ellie Mental Health444.4★ (19)17 mi
39Jonathan Cornell, Counselor444.9★ (8)17 mi
40Nurtured Well, LLC - Towson, Maryland445.0★ (12)18 mi
41Emmanuel McDowell, Counselor444.4★ (7)17 mi
42Yosan Gebre-Ab, Counselor435.0★ (4)17 mi
43Clarity Centers434.1★ (21)18 mi
44Subarna Bagchi, Therapy Clinician435.0★ (3)17 mi
45Joy Chester, Counselor434.7★ (3)17 mi
46Trellis Services433.4★ (7)17 mi
47Dani Emerson, Counselor434.0★ (4)17 mi
48Life Mastery Center432.9★ (12)17 mi
49Timothy C. Donovan, LCSW-C415.0★ (7)20 mi

Also serving Bel Air South

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 Bel Air South
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Bay Counseling Center: Parris Katharine W1.0★ (1)1 mi
Chilson Wellness5.0★ (2)3 mi
Christian Counseling1.0★ (1)4 mi
Complete Health Wellness Group Timonium Therapists5.0★ (1)17 mi
Emmorton Psychology5.0★ (1)In Bel Air South
Family Counseling Center5.0★ (2)17 mi
Hunt Valley Marriage Counseling & Couples Therapy- Gretchen Forbes- Licensed LCMFT3.0★ (2)17 mi
Julia Giuva, Counselor5.0★ (2)17 mi
Katherine Jones, Counselor5.0★ (1)17 mi
Marx Evelyn5.0★ (1)17 mi
Mina Kirkova Counseling - Child and Family Therapist in Hunt Valley, MD5.0★ (2)18 mi
Pivot Point Families & Couples1.0★ (1)16 mi
Safe Harbor Behavioral Care of Towson5.0★ (2)16 mi
Swan Expressive Therapies Individual & Family Counseling3.0★ (2)3 mi
The Trellis School5.0★ (2)17 mi
Treasure Health Systems, Inc5.0★ (1)17 mi
Trellis Services5.0★ (1)12 mi
Virginia Roberts, Counselor5.0★ (1)17 mi
Wellspring Life Counseling3.0★ (2)17 mi
Williamson Joy LCSW-C5.0★ (1)2 mi

How we ranked Bel Air South family therapists

We scored 49 Bel Air South 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 Bel Air South 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 Bel Air South: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Bel Air South?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Bel Air South, MD is True Life Discipleship Counseling with an RP Score of 67/100. It has 4.8★ from 12 Google reviews. It is open evenings. Safe Harbor Christian Counseling of Bel Air (#2) and Baltimore Family Therapy, LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 49 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Bel Air South?

RankedPsychologists ranks 49 family therapists serving Bel Air South, MD. 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 Bel Air South work on weekends?

9 of 49 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Baltimore Family Therapy, LLC (#3), Pivot Point Counseling, LLC (#6) and BHP Collective (BHPC) (#9). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Bel Air South family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 49 rated family therapists in Bel Air South is 4.6★, with a median of 17 reviews. Safe Harbor Behavioral Care of White Marsh has the most, 226 reviews, and ranks #20. 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 Bel Air South count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Bel Air South 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 Bel Air South 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 Bel Air South

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 49 family therapists serving Bel Air South.

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