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Best Family Therapists in Duncanville, TX (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Duncanville: Sparkman Counseling & Educational Consulting, PLLC, RP Score 66/100; 4.9★ from 68 Google reviews.

  2. 16

    Most-reviewed: Discovery Point Retreat Dallas, 476 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 157 ranked; ranked #16.

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

157 Duncanville family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 61 open Saturdays and 27 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 157 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in Duncanville 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 Duncanville at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Sparkman Counseling & Educational Consulting, PLLC664.9★ (68)Dallas, 15 mi away—Overall
2KuDuWi Enterprises655.0★ (6)Lancaster, 10 mi awaySat · Evenings—
3Bell Family Therapy PLLC645.0★ (19)Dallas, 13 mi awaySat—
4Peaceful You644.7★ (12)Irving, 15 mi away——
5Dallas Rainbow Counseling644.6★ (9)Dallas, 13 mi awaySat · Evenings—
6Turning Point Outreach Global Ministry.633.7★ (3)Mesquite, 19 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Carbery Center624.0★ (4)Dallas, 15 mi away——
8HOPE Child and Family Center of Texas625.0★ (21)Dallas, 20 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9New Horizon Counseling Center622.8★ (14)Arlington, 13 mi awaySat · Evenings—
10Dr. Spillman & Associates Counseling Institute of Irving614.3★ (6)Irving, 17 mi away——

The 157 best family therapists in Duncanville, 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. Based in Lancaster, 10 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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 3 PM–10 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    255 N Dallas Ave #101, Lancaster, TX 75146
  2. Based in Dallas, 13 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3838 Oak Lawn Ave Ste 1000 #9063, Dallas, TX 75219
  3. Based in Irving, 15 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    Address
    511 E John W Carpenter Fwy Ste 500, Irving, TX 75062
  4. Based in Dallas, 13 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3500 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas, TX 75219
  5. Based in Dallas, 15 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    6060 N Central Expy #224, Dallas, TX 75206
  6. Based in Dallas, 13 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 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 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4040 N Central Expy Ste 670, Dallas, TX 75204
  7. 59/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 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–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1275 N Main St #101-4, Mansfield, TX 76063
  8. Based in Dallas, 20 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 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–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    6750 Hillcrest Plaza Dr #224, Dallas, TX 75230
  9. Based in Dallas, 18 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    8340 Meadow Rd #134, Dallas, TX 75231

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

family therapists in Duncanville, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Arise Recovery Centers - Arlington564.4★ (7)12 mi
27Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Grand Prairie564.8★ (93)13 mi
28Uptown Counseling and Family Therapy554.2★ (5)13 mi
29LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Cedar Hill554.7★ (44)4 mi
30Positive Recovery Centers - Euless554.7★ (104)17 mi
31Melissa Avitia, Counselor545.0★ (13)4 mi
32Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Dallas544.2★ (67)12 mi
33Danielle Peters, Counselor545.0★ (11)4 mi
34Action Behavior Centers - ABA Therapy for Autism544.8★ (88)7 mi
35Allison Broyles, Counselor545.0★ (8)4 mi
36Patricia Myers543.3★ (7)19 mi
37Fig Tree Counseling, PLLC545.0★ (16)9 mi
38Therapy Works Counseling Services, PLLC534.5★ (27)13 mi
39Sauna Therapies | PTSD & Anxiety Therapy534.8★ (51)12 mi
40Dr Sonny Acho & Associates534.6★ (9)20 mi
41Greater House Counseling535.0★ (42)12 mi
42Being Wellness Therapy535.0★ (15)14 mi
43Better Way Counseling535.0★ (115)13 mi
44Kairos Counseling & Family Therapy, PLLC534.9★ (14)13 mi
45Rooted Rhythm | Dallas Child Therapy and Parent Coaching535.0★ (9)17 mi
46Lifeologie Counseling Dallas523.7★ (38)12 mi
47Noyau Wellness Center - Dallas In Person & Virtual Therapy524.4★ (21)18 mi
48Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Irving524.8★ (74)17 mi
49Paws For Reflection Ranch524.7★ (27)8 mi
50Lifeologie Counseling Midlothian524.1★ (17)14 mi

Also serving Duncanville

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 Duncanville
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
@Ease Psychiatry4.7★ (103)In Duncanville
Action Behavior Centers - ABA Therapy for AutismIn Duncanville
All Ages CounselingIn Duncanville
Associated Counseling CenterIn Duncanville
Center Street Counseling Services3.0★ (2)13 mi
Christopher R. Merrell, MA5.0★ (1)In Duncanville
Connection Counseling Services, PLLCIn Duncanville
Dominique Dor, M.A., LPC5.0★ (2)In Duncanville
Everts Psychiatry and Family Medicine4.4★ (154)In Duncanville
GLC Wellness Center Texas4.5★ (47)In Duncanville
Hamilton Counseling and Consulting, PLLC3.6★ (32)In Duncanville
Jackson Kirk BarbaraIn Duncanville
John D. Jeffrey, PSYD5.0★ (3)In Duncanville
Lynda R. Johnson, LPC5.0★ (1)In Duncanville
Marty Jeane PhD, LPC-S, LMFT3.0★ (2)13 mi
Nwamaka Emeruem, DNP, APRN, MBA, FNP, PMHNP5.0★ (53)In Duncanville
Rose Obaze, LPC, LCDCIn Duncanville
SOTM Life Skills Center4.8★ (25)In Duncanville
Transcend Family Counseling4.5★ (2)13 mi
Tri-Therapy, PLLC5.0★ (5)In Duncanville

How we ranked Duncanville family therapists

We scored 157 Duncanville 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 Duncanville 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 Duncanville: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Duncanville?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Duncanville, TX is Sparkman Counseling & Educational Consulting, PLLC with an RP Score of 66/100. It has 4.9★ from 68 Google reviews. KuDuWi Enterprises (#2) and Bell Family Therapy PLLC (#3) follow. We ranked 157 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Duncanville?

RankedPsychologists ranks 157 family therapists serving Duncanville, TX. 3 of them are based in Duncanville; 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 Duncanville work on weekends?

61 of 157 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 27 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are KuDuWi Enterprises (#2), Bell Family Therapy PLLC (#3) and Dallas Rainbow Counseling (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Duncanville family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 157 rated family therapists in Duncanville is 4.8★, with a median of 10 reviews. Discovery Point Retreat Dallas has the most, 476 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 Duncanville count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 157 family therapists serving Duncanville.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.