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Best Family Therapists in Downers Grove, IL (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Downers Grove: Susan Savage Counseling LCPC, RP Score 75/100; 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

  2. 30

    Most-reviewed: Comprehensive Clinical Services, P.C., 199 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 428 ranked; ranked #30.

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

428 Downers Grove family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 312 open Saturdays and 150 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 428 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in Downers Grove 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 Downers Grove at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Susan Savage Counseling LCPC754.2★ (5)Downers Grove—Overall
2Polaris Counseling724.7★ (99)Naperville, 8 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Cherry Hill Counseling715.0★ (6)Wheaton, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4New Prairie Counseling Center695.0★ (4)Elmhurst, 5 mi awayEvenings—
5ECFA Counseling Center693.7★ (6)Wheaton, 7 mi away——
6Unbroken Family Counseling685.0★ (9)Downers GroveSat · Sun · Evenings—
7Labyrinth Counseling & Consulting Center674.6★ (7)Naperville, 7 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8Integrative Family Counseling and Psychology674.9★ (15)Lombard, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Finding Balance Ltd.663.2★ (9)Lemont, 11 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Biblical Counseling Center664.3★ (6)West Chicago, 8 mi awaySat · Evenings—

The 428 best family therapists in Downers Grove, 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.

  2. #2 Polaris Counseling

    Based in Naperville, 8 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.7★ from 99 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 99 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    800 W 5th Ave #205I, Naperville, IL 60563
    View profile for Polaris Counseling(630) 779-0751

  3. #3 Cherry Hill Counseling

    Based in Wheaton, 6 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–7 PM · Sun 1 PM–7 PM
    Address
    620 W Roosevelt Rd STE C2, Wheaton, IL 60187
    View profile for Cherry Hill Counseling(847) 438-4222

  4. #4 New Prairie Counseling Center

    Based in Elmhurst, 5 mi away

    69/100RP Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 12 AM–12 AM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    360 Butterfield Rd #120, Elmhurst, IL 60126
    View profile for New Prairie Counseling Center(630) 478-0488

  5. #5 ECFA Counseling Center

    Based in Wheaton, 7 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    1530 N Main St, Wheaton, IL 60187
    View profile for ECFA Counseling Center(630) 653-6400

  6. #6 Unbroken Family Counseling

    Based in Downers Grove

    68/100RP Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–10:30 PM
    Address
    921 Curtiss St, Downers Grove, IL 60515
    View profile for Unbroken Family Counseling(630) 300-8928

  9. #9 Finding Balance Ltd.

    Based in Lemont, 11 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.2★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.2★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–10 PM · Sat 8 AM–9 PM · Sun 8 AM–1 PM
    Address
    15419 127th St #5, Lemont, IL 60439
    View profile for Finding Balance Ltd.(630) 777-7113

  10. #10 Biblical Counseling Center

    Based in West Chicago, 8 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    27w140 Roosevelt Rd St. 203, Winfield, IL 60190
    View profile for Biblical Counseling Center(847) 398-7193

  14. #14 Metropolitan Family Services

    Based in Wheaton, 6 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.5★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.5★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    222 E Willow Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
    View profile for Metropolitan Family Services(630) 784-4800

  15. #15 Livia Counseling

    Based in Downers Grove

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews, based in Downers Grove.

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

    • 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–3 PM
    Address
    943 Maple Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515
    View profile for Livia Counseling(708) 713-5894

  16. #16 Alder Grove Counseling

    Based in Downers Grove

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, based in Downers Grove.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    1101 31st St #105, Downers Grove, IL 60515
    View profile for Alder Grove Counseling(630) 206-0272

  17. #17 Nelmar Health Centers

    Based in Lombard, 3 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 77 Google reviews, 3 mi from Downers Grove.

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

    • 4.6★ from 77 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun 9 AM–2 PM
    Address
    1 Trans Am Plaza Dr Ste 350, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
    View profile for Nelmar Health Centers(312) 809-8099

  19. #19 Quantum Counseling Inc.

    Based in Downers Grove

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.8★ from 32 Google reviews, based in Downers Grove.

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

    • 3.8★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–3 PM · Sun 10 AM–7 PM
    Address
    6912 Main St, Downers Grove, IL 60516
    View profile for Quantum Counseling Inc.(630) 707-7217

  21. #21 Midwest Center for Hope & Healing Counseling | Oak Brook, IL

    Based in Downers Grove

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 42 Google reviews, based in Downers Grove.

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

    • 4.8★ from 42 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–4:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1000 Jorie Blvd #36, Oak Brook, IL 60523
    View profile for Midwest Center for Hope & Healing Counseling | Oak Brook, IL(630) 560-1100

  22. #22 Kid Matters Counseling

    Based in Hinsdale, 4 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 168 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Child psychologist”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 168 Google reviews
    Address
    201 E Ogden Ave Ste 106, Hinsdale, IL 60521
    View profile for Kid Matters Counseling(855) 586-1802

  23. #23 My Husband is My Best Friend

    Based in Chicago, 20 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 12 AM–12 AM · Wed closed · Thu–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    61 W 15th St, Chicago, IL 60605
    View profile for My Husband is My Best Friend(708) 922-1725

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

family therapists in Downers Grove, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Ellie Mental Health614.6★ (21)In Downers Grove
27Ellie Mental Health614.4★ (23)In Downers Grove
28Eden Behavioral Health605.0★ (19)4 mi
29Cityscape Counseling605.0★ (15)4 mi
30Comprehensive Clinical Services, P.C.604.5★ (199)2 mi
31Woodridge Interventions603.2★ (89)3 mi
32Tailwinds Psychology604.9★ (66)7 mi
33LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Hinsdale604.7★ (28)5 mi
34Lukan Counseling Evolved605.0★ (10)In Downers Grove
35Blue Kite Wellness604.5★ (31)5 mi
36Grace Integrated LLC Westmont603.3★ (6)2 mi
37Denise Garcia, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner594.5★ (13)5 mi
38Hinsdale Therapy Group595.0★ (4)4 mi
39Irving & Associates in Behavioral Health593.5★ (8)In Downers Grove
40Rago & Associates595.0★ (5)4 mi
41Legacy Clinical Consultants, LLC593.7★ (3)16 mi
42Wheaton Wellness Center, Inc.594.7★ (25)6 mi
43LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Darien594.5★ (136)5 mi
44LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Wheaton584.6★ (98)5 mi
45AMANI Clinical Services585.0★ (4)5 mi
46George B. Smith, LCSW584.0★ (4)19 mi
47Vanessa Corley, Counselor585.0★ (3)5 mi
48Total Spectrum ABA583.2★ (9)4 mi
49Grow Wellness Group584.3★ (69)7 mi
50Olimene Counseling Services, Inc584.8★ (13)6 mi

Also serving Downers Grove

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 Downers Grove
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Advocate Good Samaritan Behavioral Health Care2.1★ (28)In Downers Grove
Affirm Behavioral Health, PLLC5.0★ (4)In Downers Grove
Balanced Approach Counseling5.0★ (2)In Downers Grove
BlueSky Telepsych, LLC.4.3★ (431)In Downers Grove
D G Counseling Inc.4.0★ (4)In Downers Grove
Donna J. Gluck, LCPC5.0★ (5)In Downers Grove
Dr Allison and Associates5.0★ (6)In Downers Grove
Grace & Gratitude Counseling, PLLC5.0★ (2)In Downers Grove
Green Root Therapy5.0★ (3)In Downers Grove
Heal Talk Therapy5.0★ (28)In Downers Grove
Healthy Mind Clinic5.0★ (10)In Downers Grove
New Visions Counseling Co4.6★ (27)In Downers Grove
Partkare Health LLC5.0★ (71)In Downers Grove
PsycHealth Services5.0★ (10)In Downers Grove
Relief Mental Health4.8★ (106)In Downers Grove
Solid Foundations Therapy4.6★ (34)In Downers Grove
Stone Catchers Counseling4.8★ (77)In Downers Grove
The Clubhouse Therapy Centers - Downers Grove4.8★ (33)In Downers Grove
THRIVE Coaching5.0★ (15)In Downers Grove
West Suburbs OCD and Mental Health Therapy5.0★ (3)In Downers Grove

How we ranked Downers Grove family therapists

We scored 428 Downers Grove 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 Downers Grove 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 Downers Grove: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Downers Grove?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Downers Grove, IL is Susan Savage Counseling LCPC with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews. Polaris Counseling (#2) and Cherry Hill Counseling (#3) follow. We ranked 428 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Downers Grove?

RankedPsychologists ranks 428 family therapists serving Downers Grove, IL. 12 of them are based in Downers Grove; 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 Downers Grove work on weekends?

312 of 428 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 150 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Polaris Counseling (#2), Cherry Hill Counseling (#3) and Unbroken Family Counseling (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Downers Grove family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 428 rated family therapists in Downers Grove is 4.8★, with a median of 10 reviews. Comprehensive Clinical Services, P.C. has the most, 199 reviews, and ranks #30. 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 Downers Grove count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Downers Grove 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 Downers Grove 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 Downers Grove

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 428 family therapists serving Downers Grove.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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