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Best Family Therapists in Fort Myers, FL (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Fort Myers: Cape Coral Therapists, RP Score 70/100; 4.8★ from 46 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 29

    Most-reviewed: Florida Healthcare System, 389 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 40 ranked; ranked #29.

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

40 Fort Myers family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 15 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 40 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in Fort Myers 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 Myers at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Cape Coral Therapists704.8★ (46)Cape Coral, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Abundant Life Christian Counseling & Consulting694.3★ (6)Fort MyersEvenings—
3Revive Family Counseling- Individual, Couples and Family Counseling in Fort Myers674.7★ (42)Fort MyersSat · Evenings—
4Faezeh Andrews, PHD675.0★ (5)Cape Coral, 7 mi awaySat · Evenings—
5Delta Family Counseling, LLC663.4★ (5)Fort Myers——
6Florida Art Therapy Services, LLC624.9★ (31)Fort MyersSat · Evenings—
7BreakFree Therapy Services615.0★ (19)Fort MyersSat · Evenings—
8Lake Family Counseling615.0★ (4)Fort Myers——
9Dr. Tracy Hutchinson, Ph.D.614.0★ (16)Fort Myers——
10SWFL Counseling, LLC614.4★ (8)Fort Myers——

The 40 best family therapists in Fort Myers, 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 Myers

    #1 Cape Coral Therapists

    Based in Cape Coral, 9 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.8★ from 46 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 46 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    3208 Chiquita Blvd S #204, Cape Coral, FL 33914
    View profile for Cape Coral Therapists(239) 565-6921

  2. #2 Abundant Life Christian Counseling & Consulting

    Based in Fort Myers

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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–Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed 10 AM–10 PM · Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri 12 PM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10491 Ben C Pratt 6 Mile Cypress, #241, Fort Myers, FL 33966
    View profile for Abundant Life Christian Counseling & Consulting(239) 277-1506

  3. #3 Revive Family Counseling- Individual, Couples and Family Counseling in Fort Myers

    Based in Fort Myers

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 42 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–9 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    8981 Daniels Center Dr #209, Fort Myers, FL 33912
    View profile for Revive Family Counseling- Individual, Couples and Family Counseling in Fort Myers(239) 329-9264

  4. #4 Faezeh Andrews, PHD

    Based in Cape Coral, 7 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–7:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–7:30 PM · Sat 5:30 PM–7:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4206 Del Prado Blvd S, Cape Coral, FL 33904
    View profile for Faezeh Andrews, PHD(239) 895-4259

  7. #7 BreakFree Therapy Services

    Based in Fort Myers

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, based in Fort Myers.

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

    • 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    12553 New Brittany Blvd Suite 3202/3203, Fort Myers, FL 33907
    View profile for BreakFree Therapy Services(239) 478-6997

  8. #8 Lake Family Counseling

    Based in Fort Myers

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    4461 Buckingham Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33905
    View profile for Lake Family Counseling(330) 333-1909

  10. #10 SWFL Counseling, LLC

    Based in Fort Myers

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.4★ from 8 Google reviews, based in Fort Myers.

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

    • 4.4★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    8290 College Pkwy #202, Fort Myers, FL 33919
    View profile for SWFL Counseling, LLC(239) 225-2180

  11. #11 Therapy Treatment Team

    Based in Fort Myers

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 118 Google reviews, based in Fort Myers.

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

    • 4.8★ from 118 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    12811 Kenwood Lane Suite 213: Therapy 12811 Kenwood Lane Suite 201: Psychiatry, Fort Myers, FL 33907
    View profile for Therapy Treatment Team(239) 537-9646

  17. #17 Crossroads Resolutions Inc

    Based in Lehigh Acres, 12 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    60 Westminster St N Ste F, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
    View profile for Crossroads Resolutions Inc(239) 303-2308

  18. #18 Louis-Jacques Joseph, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Fort Myers

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews, based in Fort Myers.

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

    • 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    8570 Granite Ct Ste 101, Fort Myers, FL 33908
    View profile for Louis-Jacques Joseph, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(239) 310-4646

  20. #20 Dr. Laura Counseling

    Based in Fort Myers

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.7★ from 30 Google reviews, based in Fort Myers.

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

    • 4.7★ from 30 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    2077 First St #208, Fort Myers, FL 33901
    View profile for Dr. Laura Counseling(239) 822-1699

  21. #21 Chad Smith, Counselor

    Based in Fort Myers

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 21 Google reviews, based in Fort Myers.

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

    • 4.8★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    8570 Granite Ct Ste 101, Fort Myers, FL 33908
    View profile for Chad Smith, Counselor(239) 310-4646

  22. #22 Tracy Turner

    Based in Cape Coral, 10 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 48 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychic”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 48 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 10 AM–7 PM
    Address
    400 Coral Reef Pl, Cape Coral, FL 33993
    View profile for Tracy Turner(858) 442-4467

  23. #23 Melissa Matherson, Counselor

    Based in Fort Myers

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews, based in Fort Myers.

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

    • 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    8570 Granite Ct Ste 101, Fort Myers, FL 33908
    View profile for Melissa Matherson, Counselor(239) 310-4646

  25. #25 Helene Shute Therapy

    Based in Fort Myers

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, based in Fort Myers.

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

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 7 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5237 Summerlin Commons Blvd #218, Fort Myers, FL 33907
    View profile for Helene Shute Therapy(239) 848-2022

All 40 family therapists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #40, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

family therapists in Fort Myers, ranks 26 to 40
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Stacey Brown & Associates, Counseling and Wellness Services565.0★ (4)In Fort Myers
27Dr. April Brown, LMHC, CST Relationship, Intimacy, And Sex Therapist554.7★ (23)11 mi
28Katz Counseling and Educational Psychology553.4★ (10)In Fort Myers
29Florida Healthcare System554.8★ (389)7 mi
30Positive Progress - Counseling & Coaching, PLLC544.4★ (20)8 mi
31Tranquil Hearts Therapy535.0★ (7)4 mi
32Tara P. Hruby, LMHC523.7★ (3)8 mi
33Living Well Counseling and Consulting LLC525.0★ (5)9 mi
34Nexus Therapy Group525.0★ (11)7 mi
35Sage and Lore Counseling525.0★ (8)9 mi
36Ellie Mental Health494.4★ (31)15 mi
37ELIZABETH MURPHY LLC & POSITIVE WAVES COUNSELING484.6★ (18)15 mi
38Gravity Psychology464.4★ (13)13 mi
39Spectrum Recovery Solutions464.2★ (5)14 mi
40Counseling Associates of America414.8★ (4)20 mi

Also serving Fort Myers

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 Myers
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
A Holistic Approach Center for Natural Health & Wellness4.9★ (36)In Fort Myers
Calusa Recovery4.6★ (30)In Fort Myers
Carolina's Compassionate Counseling4.7★ (30)In Fort Myers
Centerstone4.9★ (35)In Fort Myers
Centerstone3.6★ (28)In Fort Myers
Chrysallis Wellness Center Inc4.2★ (89)In Fort Myers
David Essel, M. S., O.M4.8★ (26)In Fort Myers
Elena Engle, LMHC-S, EMDR Consultant4.9★ (41)In Fort Myers
Elite DNA Behavioral Health - Therapy and Psychiatry Clinic - Whitehall3.1★ (71)In Fort Myers
Elite DNA Behavioral Health Therapy & Psychiatry Clinic - Fort Myers - Metro4.1★ (1,044)In Fort Myers
Florida Treatment for Change DT4.8★ (47)In Fort Myers
Inner Harmony Therapy5.0★ (46)In Fort Myers
Mentus Health4.9★ (87)In Fort Myers
Nextep4.8★ (337)In Fort Myers
Peace Therapy5.0★ (31)In Fort Myers
Present Mind LLC5.0★ (50)In Fort Myers
SalusCare, Inc1.7★ (93)In Fort Myers
Sinfonia Family Services4.1★ (50)In Fort Myers
Sunshine Psychiatry Mind Body & Wellness4.2★ (88)In Fort Myers
Valerie's House4.7★ (36)In Fort Myers

How we ranked Fort Myers family therapists

We scored 40 Fort Myers 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 13, 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 Myers 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 Myers: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Fort Myers?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Fort Myers, FL is Cape Coral Therapists with an RP Score of 70/100. It has 4.8★ from 46 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Abundant Life Christian Counseling & Consulting (#2) and Revive Family Counseling- Individual, Couples and Family Counseling in Fort Myers (#3) follow. We ranked 40 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 13, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Fort Myers?

RankedPsychologists ranks 40 family therapists serving Fort Myers, FL. 23 of them are based in Fort Myers; 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 Myers work on weekends?

15 of 40 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Cape Coral Therapists (#1), Revive Family Counseling- Individual, Couples and Family Counseling in Fort Myers (#3) and Faezeh Andrews, PHD (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Fort Myers family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 40 rated family therapists in Fort Myers is 4.7★, with a median of 16 reviews. Florida Healthcare System has the most, 389 reviews, and ranks #29. 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 Myers count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 40 family therapists serving Fort Myers.

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