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Best Family Therapists in Five Forks, SC (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Five Forks: VISION Youth and Family Christian Counseling, RP Score 67/100; 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

  2. 7

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Greenville, 444 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 52 ranked; ranked #7.

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

52 Five Forks family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 6 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 52 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in Five Forks 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 Five Forks at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1VISION Youth and Family Christian Counseling675.0★ (8)Greenville, 10 mi away—Overall
2The Pelham Center663.7★ (3)Greenville, 3 mi away——
3Greenville Therapy Center642.1★ (7)Greenville, 5 mi away——
4Connection Builders615.0★ (4)Greenville, 9 mi away——
5Dr. Rick Barr - Individual, Marriage and Family Counseling614.1★ (9)Simpsonville, 4 mi awaySat · Evenings—
6Step by step family counseling614.0★ (4)Greer, 10 mi away——
7Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Greenville604.5★ (444)Greenville, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
8Carolina Family Services603.5★ (37)Greenville, 11 mi awayEvenings—
9Modern Wellness Family Counseling (Greenville)584.6★ (9)Greenville, 5 mi away——
10Grace Jones Family Therapy, LLC585.0★ (10)Greer, 5 mi away——

The 52 best family therapists in Five Forks, 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 The Pelham Center

    Based in Greenville, 3 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3150 SC-14, Greenville, SC 29615
    View profile for The Pelham Center

  3. #3 Greenville Therapy Center

    Based in Greenville, 5 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 2.1★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.1★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3519 Pelham Rd, Greenville, SC 29615
    View profile for Greenville Therapy Center(864) 234-6778

  4. #4 Connection Builders

    Based in Greenville, 9 mi away

    61/100RP 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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    832 Wade Hampton Blvd Ste 108, Greenville, SC 29609
    View profile for Connection Builders(843) 697-2691

  5. #5 Dr. Rick Barr - Individual, Marriage and Family Counseling

    Based in Simpsonville, 4 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    700 NE Main St, Simpsonville, SC 29681
    View profile for Dr. Rick Barr - Individual, Marriage and Family Counseling(864) 354-4920

  8. #8 Carolina Family Services

    Based in Greenville, 11 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.5★ from 37 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.5★ from 37 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    17 Memorial Medical Dr, Greenville, SC 29605
    View profile for Carolina Family Services(864) 283-0637

  14. #14 Safe Harbor

    Based in Greenville, 10 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.3★ from 47 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 3.3★ from 47 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    429 N Main St, Greenville, SC 29601
    View profile for Safe Harbor(800) 291-2139

  17. #17 WENDY CHANEY LMFT

    Based in Five Forks

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, based in Five Forks.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 11 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for WENDY CHANEY LMFT(864) 901-8845

  18. #18 Consola Esambe, Psychiatrist

    Based in Greenville, 6 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 62 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 62 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    30 Patewood Dr Bldg 2, Suite 160, Greenville, SC 29615
    View profile for Consola Esambe, Psychiatrist(864) 823-6649

  19. #19 Ellie Mental Health

    Based in Greenville, 6 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.1★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 4.1★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 7 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    430 Woodruff Rd Ste 450, Greenville, SC 29607
    View profile for Ellie Mental Health(864) 400-5130

  20. #20 LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Greenville

    Based in Greenville, 6 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 294 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 294 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    30 Patewood Dr Bldg 2, Suite 160, Greenville, SC 29615
    View profile for LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Greenville(864) 823-6649

  21. #21 Joshua Neuer, LLC Counseling

    Based in Greenville, 7 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 106 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 106 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 10 AM–3 PM · Thu 10 AM–4 PM · Fri 10 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1326 Haywood Rd Ste 202, Greenville, SC 29615
    View profile for Joshua Neuer, LLC Counseling(864) 660-3844

  23. #23 Upstate Family Solutions

    Based in Greer, 5 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    107 Sunbelt Ct, Greer, SC 29650
    View profile for Upstate Family Solutions(864) 354-5957

  25. #25 Dr. Martha Smith, Counselor

    Based in Greenville, 6 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 30 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    30 Patewood Dr Bldg 2, Suite 160, Greenville, SC 29615
    View profile for Dr. Martha Smith, Counselor(864) 823-6649

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

family therapists in Five Forks, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Alba Giraldo, Counselor534.9★ (23)6 mi
27Still Wind Ministries535.0★ (3)3 mi
28Whole Self Counseling535.0★ (7)5 mi
29Dawn M. Harbin, Counselor524.9★ (15)6 mi
30Oceanic Counseling Group - Greenville524.7★ (43)8 mi
31Fawn Moyer, LPC524.2★ (5)5 mi
32Mindful Upstate Counseling525.0★ (4)5 mi
33Yvonne Fernandez, Counselor524.9★ (9)6 mi
34Nancy Drouse, Counselor525.0★ (7)6 mi
35Misha Gibson, Counselor514.9★ (7)6 mi
36Heart to Heart Therapeutic Services514.4★ (7)10 mi
37LivingRite Mental Health Therapy Services515.0★ (3)5 mi
38All Seasons Counseling513.1★ (8)9 mi
39Riverstone Counseling Center, LLC514.2★ (5)5 mi
40Emily Strain, Counselor514.1★ (9)6 mi
41Amy Lowe, Counselor515.0★ (4)6 mi
42Endeavor Counseling Associates515.0★ (8)7 mi
43Gregory S. Smith & Associates, P.A.514.5★ (46)9 mi
44Elena Corral Therapy505.0★ (9)8 mi
45Forgive & Live Ministries505.0★ (4)9 mi
46All About Change483.6★ (30)9 mi
47Vive Greenville483.8★ (20)10 mi
48Susannah Long Therapy Services, LLC485.0★ (5)10 mi
49City Center Counseling Ministries485.0★ (3)11 mi
50Bay Laurel Center For Psychotherapy483.5★ (13)10 mi

Also serving Five Forks

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 Five Forks
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Agape Transformation Counseling, LLC5.0★ (17)In Five Forks
Align Family Counseling5.0★ (2)11 mi
Cascades Therapy Group5.0★ (1)3 mi
Clear Path Therapy, Kelly Reel LMFT, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist5.0★ (2)6 mi
Delta Counseling Services LLCIn Five Forks
Dr. Davis Brigman, Psychologist5.0★ (2)6 mi
Family Alliance Counseling Services, LLC5.0★ (2)7 mi
GVL Family Therapy3.5★ (2)8 mi
InYou Ministries3.0★ (2)18 mi
Jennie Murphy Family Therapy5.0★ (2)1 mi
Jessica Fairfax Therapy, LLC5.0★ (5)In Five Forks
Landa Basham, LMFT: Skylyn Counseling LLC5.0★ (2)20 mi
Larry Belle, MSW5.0★ (1)5 mi
Marley J. Wolfe Counseling Services5.0★ (2)5 mi
Michael Burd, Counselor5.0★ (2)6 mi
Moving Mountains Therapy – Play Therapy for Children & Teens5.0★ (2)6 mi
Reedy River Counseling Associates5.0★ (2)10 mi
Riverbend Counseling and Behavioral Health, LLC5.0★ (4)In Five Forks
Stephanie Hope Counseling, LLC5.0★ (2)In Five Forks
Wellspring of Hope CounselingIn Five Forks

How we ranked Five Forks family therapists

We scored 52 Five Forks 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 Five Forks 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 Five Forks: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Five Forks?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Five Forks, SC is VISION Youth and Family Christian Counseling with an RP Score of 67/100. It has 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews. The Pelham Center (#2) and Greenville Therapy Center (#3) follow. We ranked 52 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Five Forks?

RankedPsychologists ranks 52 family therapists serving Five Forks, SC. 1 of them is based in Five Forks; 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 Five Forks work on weekends?

6 of 52 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Dr. Rick Barr - Individual, Marriage and Family Counseling (#5), Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Greenville (#7) and Safe Harbor (#14). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Five Forks family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 52 rated family therapists in Five Forks is 4.7★, with a median of 8 reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Greenville has the most, 444 reviews, and ranks #7. 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 Five Forks count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Five Forks 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 Five Forks 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 Five Forks

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 52 family therapists serving Five Forks.

More family therapists and Five Forks pages