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Best Family Therapists in Fort Carson, CO (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Fort Carson: Melissa Hammock, MA, MEd, LMFT, RP Score 70/100; 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

  2. 16

    Most-reviewed: Family Care Center Therapy & Psychiatry - South Colorado Springs, 1,448 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 108 ranked; ranked #16.

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

108 Fort Carson family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 58 open Saturdays and 10 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 108 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in Fort Carson 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 Fort Carson at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Melissa Hammock, MA, MEd, LMFT705.0★ (4)Colorado Springs, 6 mi away—Overall
2Mark C. Beal, MSW704.8★ (41)Colorado Springs, 9 mi away——
3Leslie Kingman, PHD695.0★ (4)Colorado Springs, 7 mi away——
4Four Feathers Counseling693.9★ (7)Colorado Springs, 7 mi away——
5Heart & Soul Counseling Services635.0★ (4)Colorado Springs, 8 mi awayEvenings—
6Mountain Post Behavioral Health Clinic623.4★ (5)Fort CarsonSat · Sun—
7Therapywize611.0★ (7)Colorado Springs, 7 mi away——
8Wings of Grace Counseling Services593.1★ (18)Colorado Springs, 11 mi away——
9ITZA Corazon Community Services LLC594.4★ (7)Colorado Springs, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Colorado Springs593.9★ (65)Colorado Springs, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 108 best family therapists in Fort Carson, 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 Fort Carson

    #1 Melissa Hammock, MA, MEd, LMFT

    Based in Colorado Springs, 6 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    3225 International Cir, Colorado Springs, CO 80910
    View profile for Melissa Hammock, MA, MEd, LMFT(719) 460-7813

  2. #2 Mark C. Beal, MSW

    Based in Colorado Springs, 9 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.8★ from 41 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 41 Google reviews
    Address
    2150 Academy Cir, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
    View profile for Mark C. Beal, MSW(719) 338-3537

  3. #3 Leslie Kingman, PHD

    Based in Colorado Springs, 7 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    525 N Nevada Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
    View profile for Leslie Kingman, PHD(719) 338-2156

  4. #4 Four Feathers Counseling

    Based in Colorado Springs, 7 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    332 W Bijou St, Colorado Springs, CO 80905
    View profile for Four Feathers Counseling(855) 332-4436

  7. #7 Therapywize

    Based in Colorado Springs, 7 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 1.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 10 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10 Boulder Cres St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
    View profile for Therapywize(719) 445-6096

  11. #11 Peak Psychological Services

    Based in Colorado Springs, 6 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 102 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 102 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3595 E Fountain Blvd Ste 130, Colorado Springs, CO 80910
    View profile for Peak Psychological Services(719) 623-2356

  14. #14 Monumental Therapy Group

    Based in Colorado Springs, 4 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–6:30 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1235 Lake Plaza Dr Ste 130, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
    View profile for Monumental Therapy Group(719) 357-6175

  15. #15 North Family Counseling P.C.

    Based in Colorado Springs, 14 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.1★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    7730 N Union Blvd #105, Colorado Springs, CO 80920
    View profile for North Family Counseling P.C.(719) 602-5042

  16. #16 Family Care Center Therapy & Psychiatry - South Colorado Springs

    Based in Colorado Springs, 4 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 1,448 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 1,448 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2860 S Circle Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
    View profile for Family Care Center Therapy & Psychiatry - South Colorado Springs(719) 540-2100

  17. #17 LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Colorado Springs

    Based in Colorado Springs, 6 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 155 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 155 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1330 Inverness Dr Suite 400, Colorado Springs, CO 80910
    View profile for LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Colorado Springs(719) 649-1902

  18. #18 Overcomers Counseling

    Based in Colorado Springs, 8 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 92 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 92 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    825 Citadel Dr E #250, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
    View profile for Overcomers Counseling(719) 452-4374

  19. #19 Affinity Therapy Services LLC

    Based in Colorado Springs, 4 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.9★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 3.9★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1330 Quail Lake Loop Ste 240, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
    View profile for Affinity Therapy Services LLC(719) 900-3633

  21. #21 Csilla Hajnal, Counselor

    Based in Colorado Springs, 6 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1330 Inverness Dr Suite 400, Colorado Springs, CO 80910
    View profile for Csilla Hajnal, Counselor(719) 649-1902

  22. #22 Charis Thompson, Counselor

    Based in Colorado Springs, 6 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1330 Inverness Dr Suite 400, Colorado Springs, CO 80910
    View profile for Charis Thompson, Counselor(719) 649-1902

  23. #23 Overcomers Counseling

    Based in Colorado Springs, 4 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 81 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 81 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2860 S Circle Dr Ste 100, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
    View profile for Overcomers Counseling(719) 481-3518

  24. #24 Janson Shehorn, Counselor

    Based in Colorado Springs, 6 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1330 Inverness Dr Suite 400, Colorado Springs, CO 80910
    View profile for Janson Shehorn, Counselor(719) 649-1902

  25. #25 Melishe Spangenberg, Counselor

    Based in Colorado Springs, 6 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1330 Inverness Dr Suite 400, Colorado Springs, CO 80910
    View profile for Melishe Spangenberg, Counselor(719) 649-1902

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

family therapists in Fort Carson, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Lindsay Englund, Counselor555.0★ (4)6 mi
27Dr. Gloria J. Ryder553.3★ (7)6 mi
28Springs Trauma - Individual and Family Therapy - PTSD Trauma Counseling542.3★ (3)12 mi
29Alpine Family Counseling544.6★ (11)14 mi
30Rock Your Family Counseling544.2★ (53)14 mi
31Wayfinder Counseling & Coaching544.7★ (18)8 mi
32Gerald Sandeford MA LPC544.5★ (8)7 mi
33LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Colorado Springs544.9★ (153)12 mi
34Mind Renewal Behavioral Health Services544.4★ (37)4 mi
35The Family Center of Colorado Springs532.8★ (12)6 mi
36Action Behavior Centers - ABA Therapy for Autism534.4★ (13)4 mi
37LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Colorado Springs534.7★ (277)12 mi
38Polaris Wellness Group534.7★ (33)14 mi
39Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Colorado Springs534.1★ (56)12 mi
40LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Colorado Springs524.5★ (237)12 mi
41Family Care Center524.7★ (382)10 mi
42KidStuff Child & Family Counseling, P.C.524.2★ (15)12 mi
43Rooted Rhythm | Colorado Springs Child Play Therapy (Medicaid & Private Pay)524.5★ (8)13 mi
44AspenPointe Administration522.5★ (4)4 mi
45Lifespace Counseling525.0★ (16)7 mi
46Peak Psychological Services524.8★ (144)14 mi
47Walls Counseling514.6★ (34)8 mi
48Annaken Toews, Counselor515.0★ (16)12 mi
49Hope Mountain Behavioral Health514.2★ (13)14 mi
50A Phoenix Rising, LLC513.2★ (9)10 mi

Also serving Fort Carson

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 Fort Carson
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Affordable Child and Family Therapy5.0★ (2)6 mi
Behavioral Health Team 52.7★ (13)In Fort Carson
Brenner Latham, Counselor5.0★ (2)15 mi
Bryan Lyman, Counselor5.0★ (2)6 mi
Denice Maiden, LPC1.0★ (1)4 mi
Dennis C Murphy LPC, Break Thru Counseling LLC5.0★ (2)14 mi
Dianna Moore LMFT3.0★ (2)12 mi
Ellie Mental Health3.0★ (2)9 mi
Embedded Behavioral Health Team 2 (2IBCT)3.8★ (4)In Fort Carson
Embedded Mental Health Team 1 (1SBCT)3.2★ (9)In Fort Carson
Fort Carson ACS Survivor Outreach Services (Army Community Service)In Fort Carson
Higher Ground Counseling3.0★ (2)7 mi
Kamara Therapy, Inc.5.0★ (2)8 mi
Landan Hydrick, Counselor5.0★ (2)12 mi
Michael E. Kirsner, LMFTIn Fort Carson
Rock Your Family3.0★ (2)19 mi
Springs Family Counseling5.0★ (2)12 mi
Sydney Gomez, LCSW2.0★ (1)4 mi
Twinsight Therapy5.0★ (2)In Fort Carson
Westside Behavioral Care5.0★ (1)4 mi

How we ranked Fort Carson family therapists

We scored 108 Fort Carson 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 Fort Carson 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 Fort Carson: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Fort Carson?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Fort Carson, CO is Melissa Hammock, MA, MEd, LMFT with an RP Score of 70/100. It has 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews. Mark C. Beal, MSW (#2) and Leslie Kingman, PHD (#3) follow. We ranked 108 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Fort Carson?

RankedPsychologists ranks 108 family therapists serving Fort Carson, CO. 1 of them is based in Fort Carson; 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 Fort Carson work on weekends?

58 of 108 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 10 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Mountain Post Behavioral Health Clinic (#6), ITZA Corazon Community Services LLC (#9) and Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Colorado Springs (#10). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Fort Carson family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 108 rated family therapists in Fort Carson is 4.7★, with a median of 11 reviews. Family Care Center Therapy & Psychiatry - South Colorado Springs has the most, 1,448 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 Fort Carson count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Fort Carson 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 Fort Carson 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 Fort Carson

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 108 family therapists serving Fort Carson.

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