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Best Family Therapists in Castaic, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Castaic: Richard M. Abbott, M.A., M.F.T. A Marriage and Family Therapy Corporation, RP Score 62/100; 4.5★ from 6 Google reviews.

  2. 16

    Most-reviewed: TelerainMD-Online Doctor Consultation, 625 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 28 ranked; ranked #16.

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28 Castaic family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 12 open Saturdays and 7 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 28 rated practices.

Most of this list also appears on the Family therapists in Valencia ranking. See Family therapists in Valencia

Top 10 family therapists in Castaic 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 Castaic at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Richard M. Abbott, M.A., M.F.T. A Marriage and Family Therapy Corporation624.5★ (6)Valencia, 6 mi away—Overall
2Goodman Therapy625.0★ (4)Valencia, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Clear Behavioral Health - Mental Health Services in Santa Clarita615.0★ (32)Santa Clarita, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Carla's Counseling, Coaching and Classes594.0★ (4)Santa Clarita, 13 mi away——
5Friends of the Family583.4★ (15)North Hills, 19 mi away——
6Sycamores (Pacoima Outpatient)582.9★ (10)San Fernando, 19 mi away——
7El Nido Family Services583.3★ (8)Sunland, 19 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8Samantha Wyllie, MA., MFT565.0★ (5)Simi Valley, 15 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Quality Psychiatric Health and Wellness564.7★ (46)Valencia, 3 mi away——
10Aspire Counseling Services564.7★ (59)Simi Valley, 15 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 28 best family therapists in Castaic, 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 Castaic

    #1 Richard M. Abbott, M.A., M.F.T. A Marriage and Family Therapy Corporation

    Based in Valencia, 6 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    27201 Tourney Rd Ste 200 f, Valencia, CA 91355
    View profile for Richard M. Abbott, M.A., M.F.T. A Marriage and Family Therapy Corporation(661) 259-3359

  2. #2 Goodman Therapy

    Based in Valencia, 4 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    27955 Smyth Dr Unit 101, Valencia, CA 91355
    View profile for Goodman Therapy(323) 839-9874

  3. #3 Clear Behavioral Health - Mental Health Services in Santa Clarita

    Based in Santa Clarita, 9 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    26330 Diamond Pl Ste 120/130, Santa Clarita, CA 91350
    View profile for Clear Behavioral Health - Mental Health Services in Santa Clarita(661) 765-8445

  4. #4 Carla's Counseling, Coaching and Classes

    Based in Santa Clarita, 13 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 7 AM–5 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    27330 Rolling Hills Ave, Santa Clarita, CA 91387
    View profile for Carla's Counseling, Coaching and Classes(661) 803-1352

  5. #5 Friends of the Family

    Based in North Hills, 19 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.4★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 15 Google reviews
    Address
    16861 Parthenia St, North Hills, CA 91343
    View profile for Friends of the Family(818) 988-4430

  7. #7 El Nido Family Services

    Based in Sunland, 19 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.3★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6:30 PM · Tue 10 AM–8 PM · Wed 8 AM–6:30 PM · Thu 10 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    11243 Glenoaks Blvd Unit 4, Pacoima, CA 91331
    View profile for El Nido Family Services(818) 896-7776

  8. #8 Samantha Wyllie, MA., MFT

    Based in Simi Valley, 15 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 7:30 AM–8:30 PM
    Address
    3695 Alamo St #200, Simi Valley, CA 93063
    View profile for Samantha Wyllie, MA., MFT(805) 231-1094

  10. #10 Aspire Counseling Services

    Based in Simi Valley, 15 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 59 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 59 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2775 Tapo St Ste 102, Simi Valley, CA 93063
    View profile for Aspire Counseling Services(888) 585-7373

  11. #11 Simi Psychological Group – Simi Valley's Therapy and Counseling Center

    Based in Simi Valley, 15 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 220 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 220 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    3695 Alamo St #103, Simi Valley, CA 93063
    View profile for Simi Psychological Group – Simi Valley's Therapy and Counseling Center(805) 842-1994

  12. #12 Valley Family Center

    Based in San Fernando, 18 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.2★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.2★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    302 S Brand Blvd, San Fernando, CA 91340
    View profile for Valley Family Center(818) 365-8588

  15. #15 SCV Counseling Center

    Based in Santa Clarita, 9 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.3★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 3.3★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    23504 Lyons Ave Ste 401B, Santa Clarita, CA 91321
    View profile for SCV Counseling Center(661) 977-4747

  17. #17 Simi Psychological Group – Porter Ranch Therapy and Counseling Center

    Based in Chatsworth, 15 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    11239 Tampa Ave #206, Porter Ranch, CA 91326
    View profile for Simi Psychological Group – Porter Ranch Therapy and Counseling Center(818) 619-3130

  19. #19 Wendy Davis, LMFT

    Based in Valencia, 7 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    23822 Valencia Blvd #301, Valencia, CA 91355
    View profile for Wendy Davis, LMFT(661) 859-4493

  20. #20 Moment of Clarity

    Based in Chatsworth, 20 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    18617 Keswick St, Reseda, CA 91335
    View profile for Moment of Clarity(747) 337-3075

  22. #22 Barkley Therapy

    Based in Santa Clarita, 9 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

    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
    23542 Lyons Ave Ste 206, Santa Clarita, CA 91321
    View profile for Barkley Therapy(213) 700-5372

  23. #23 Ani Varbedian, LMFT

    Based in Chatsworth, 15 mi away

    48/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    11145 Tampa Ave, Porter Ranch, CA 91326
    View profile for Ani Varbedian, LMFT(818) 336-1603

  25. #25 CIC Center For Integrated Care Mission Hills

    Based in Chatsworth, 18 mi away

    46/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    10200 Sepulveda Blvd #100, Mission Hills, CA 91345
    View profile for CIC Center For Integrated Care Mission Hills(323) 879-9176

How we ranked Castaic family therapists

We scored 28 Castaic 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 Castaic 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 Castaic: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Castaic?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Castaic, CA is Richard M. Abbott, M.A., M.F.T. A Marriage and Family Therapy Corporation with an RP Score of 62/100. It has 4.5★ from 6 Google reviews. Goodman Therapy (#2) and Clear Behavioral Health - Mental Health Services in Santa Clarita (#3) follow. We ranked 28 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 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 Castaic work on weekends?

12 of 28 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 7 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Goodman Therapy (#2), Clear Behavioral Health - Mental Health Services in Santa Clarita (#3) and El Nido Family Services (#7). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Castaic family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 28 rated family therapists in Castaic is 4.7★, with a median of 10 reviews. TelerainMD-Online Doctor Consultation has the most, 625 reviews, and ranks #16. 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 Castaic count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 28 family therapists serving Castaic.

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