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Best Family Therapists in Clarksville, TN (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall in Clarksville: Ellie Mental Health, RP Score 65/100; 4.7★ from 73 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

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    Most-reviewed: Athena Care Clarksville, 233 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 10 ranked; ranked #3.

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

10 Clarksville family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 4 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 10 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in Clarksville 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 Clarksville at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Ellie Mental Health654.7★ (73)ClarksvilleSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Trauma & Therapy Center of TN., PLLC635.0★ (16)ClarksvilleSat · Sun · Evenings—
3Athena Care Clarksville614.8★ (233)Clarksville—Most reviews
4Family Care Center Therapy & Psychiatry - Clarksville604.6★ (199)Clarksville——
5Crystal Clear Counseling Center LLC595.0★ (8)ClarksvilleSat · Evenings—
6Psychiatry Services of Clarksville562.8★ (49)ClarksvilleSat—
7Clarksville Counseling Center, PLLC564.6★ (10)Clarksville——
8Sunrise Counseling Services LLC553.6★ (34)Clarksville——
9Restore Life Behavioral Health, PLLC.543.1★ (19)Clarksville——
10Port City Mental Health, PLLC395.0★ (5)Murraysville, 19 mi away——

The 10 best family therapists in Clarksville, 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.

Also serving Clarksville

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 Clarksville
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
180 RED INC4.8★ (28)In Clarksville
Autism Therapy and Training PLLC5.0★ (12)In Clarksville
Behavioral Framework, Professional Park Clinic4.1★ (18)In Clarksville
BlueSprig Clarksville, TN - ABA Therapy for Autism4.5★ (18)In Clarksville
Buffalo Valley Inc3.9★ (34)In Clarksville
Centerstone - Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic3.6★ (33)In Clarksville
Clarity Mental Health, LLC4.8★ (67)In Clarksville
Connect Counseling Center3.1★ (16)In Clarksville
Cumberland Heights Outpatient Addiction Treatment (Clarksville)5.0★ (15)In Clarksville
Family Wellness Center of Clarksville, PC2.4★ (9)In Clarksville
Golden Steps ABA | Autism Therapy Clinic4.2★ (15)In Clarksville
Imani Behavioral Health3.9★ (126)In Clarksville
Inspired Counseling Services, PLLC4.2★ (10)In Clarksville
Kaleidoscope Behavior Analysis & Therapy3.5★ (11)In Clarksville
Mark Their Words Therapy Services2.8★ (129)In Clarksville
Mental Health Cooperative2.4★ (44)In Clarksville
Pathways To Wellness LLC of Clarksville4.9★ (71)In Clarksville
PSYCHIATRIC GROUP AT HILLDALE3.8★ (10)In Clarksville
Unity Psychiatric Care4.1★ (43)In Clarksville
Viable Wellness Psychiatry5.0★ (13)In Clarksville

How we ranked Clarksville family therapists

We scored 10 Clarksville 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 Clarksville 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 Clarksville: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Clarksville?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Clarksville, TN is Ellie Mental Health with an RP Score of 65/100. It has 4.7★ from 73 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Trauma & Therapy Center of TN., PLLC (#2) and Athena Care Clarksville (#3) follow. We ranked 10 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Clarksville?

RankedPsychologists ranks 10 family therapists serving Clarksville, TN. 9 of them are based in Clarksville; 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 Clarksville work on weekends?

4 of 10 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Ellie Mental Health (#1), Trauma & Therapy Center of TN., PLLC (#2) and Crystal Clear Counseling Center LLC (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Clarksville family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 10 rated family therapists in Clarksville is 4.7★, with a median of 27 reviews. Athena Care Clarksville has the most, 233 reviews, and ranks #3. 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 Clarksville count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 10 family therapists serving Clarksville.