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Best Family Therapists in New Franklin, OH (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in New Franklin: Melymbrosia Associates, RP Score 64/100; 4.2★ from 9 Google reviews.

  2. 22

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Fairlawn, 418 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 46 ranked; ranked #22.

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

46 New Franklin 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 4.6★ across 46 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in New Franklin 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 New Franklin at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Melymbrosia Associates644.2★ (9)Canton, 13 mi away—Overall
2Clinical Counseling Group634.4★ (7)Canton, 8 mi awayEvenings—
3Child Guidance & Family Solutions572.8★ (17)Cuyahoga Falls, 14 mi awayEvenings—
4Wellspring Counseling Center565.0★ (3)Akron, 4 mi awaySat · Evenings—
5Grace Grove Healing555.0★ (3)Stow, 17 mi awayEvenings—
6LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Uniontown554.8★ (28)Akron, 3 mi away——
7Crooked River Counseling Services | Akron Ohio | Anxiety Therapy for Women545.0★ (14)Akron, 12 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Brittany Thompson, Counselor535.0★ (6)Akron, 3 mi away——
9Clinic For Individual & Family Counseling533.9★ (10)Akron, 10 mi awayEvenings—
10Guiding House Counseling & Coaching535.0★ (8)Canton, 9 mi awaySat · Evenings—

The 46 best family therapists in New Franklin, 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 New Franklin

    Based in Canton, 13 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.2★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 9 Google reviews
    Address
    1369 Market Ave N, Canton, OH 44714
  2. Based in Canton, 8 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4829 Munson St NW, Canton, OH 44718
  3. Based in Cuyahoga Falls, 14 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 2.8★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.8★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–8 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–8 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1865 Bailey Rd, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
  4. Based in Akron, 4 mi away

    56/100RP Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1790 Town Park Blvd, Uniontown, OH 44685
  5. Based in Stow, 17 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 11 AM–8 PM · Fri 11 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3869 Darrow Rd #101, Stow, OH 44224
  6. 55/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 28 Google reviews, 3 mi from New Franklin.

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

    • 4.8★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3661 S Arlington Rd Suite D, Uniontown, OH 44685
  7. Based in Akron, 3 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, 3 mi from New Franklin.

    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–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3661 S Arlington Rd Suite D, Uniontown, OH 44685
  8. Based in Akron, 12 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 44 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2106 Braewick Cir, Akron, OH 44313
  9. 52/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 97 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 97 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–2 PM
    Address
    843 N Cleveland Massillon Rd, Akron, OH 44333
  10. Based in North Canton, 9 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 12 PM–9 PM · Tue 9 AM–8 PM · Wed 10 AM–9 PM · Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1225 S Main St, North Canton, OH 44720
  11. Based in Akron, 14 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8:30 AM–7 PM
    Address
    71 Baker Blvd Ste 203, Fairlawn, OH 44333
  12. Based in Akron, 11 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    575 White Pond Dr Suites A & B, Akron, OH 44320
  13. Based in Massillon, 5 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.4★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 3.4★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    7317 Portage St NW, Massillon, OH 44646
  14. Based in Kent, 16 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–9 PM · Tue–Wed 8:30 AM–8 PM · Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sun 8:30 AM–10 PM
    Address
    1640 Franklin Ave Ste 222, Kent, OH 44240
  15. Based in Canton, 9 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.2★ from 60 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 3.2★ from 60 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7 AM–9 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 7 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4200 Munson St NW Ste A, Canton, OH 44718
  16. Based in Wadsworth, 13 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–5 PM · Tue–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1219 High St #100, Wadsworth, OH 44281
  17. Based in Barberton, 5 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.4★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 3.4★ from 30 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    86 Conservatory Dr Ste B, Barberton, OH 44203
  18. Based in Barberton, 6 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 3.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–8 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–8 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    524 W Park Ave #1, Barberton, OH 44203
  19. 49/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 418 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 418 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    822 Kumho Dr Suite 101, Fairlawn, OH 44333
  20. Based in Norton, 8 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Non-profit organization”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 10 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–3 PM · Thu–Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3200 Greenwich Rd Rm 87, Norton, OH 44203
  21. Based in Akron, 13 mi away

    48/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 40 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 40 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    822 Kumho Dr Suite 101, Fairlawn, OH 44333

All 46 family therapists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #46, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

family therapists in New Franklin, ranks 26 to 46
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Christian Counseling Associates of Eastern Ohio484.1★ (7)10 mi
27Robert Ussai, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner484.9★ (39)13 mi
28Child Guidance & Family Solutions483.5★ (25)10 mi
29Marissa Ragon, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner475.0★ (21)13 mi
30Hope Behavioral Health473.7★ (3)14 mi
31Christian Counseling Associates of Eastern Ohio474.7★ (10)13 mi
32Sara Hong, Psychiatrist465.0★ (11)13 mi
33Middle Path Counseling Services LLC464.5★ (4)16 mi
34Leighann Karrip, Counselor464.7★ (9)13 mi
35Counseling For Wellness464.3★ (12)17 mi
36DaySpring Counseling: Marriage, Family and Christian Counseling464.4★ (14)18 mi
37Lori Solaro, Psychiatrist464.7★ (7)13 mi
38Ross Fiorello, Counselor465.0★ (6)13 mi
39Loving Truth Counseling455.0★ (4)17 mi
40Brittany Thompson, Counselor455.0★ (3)13 mi
41Lauren O'Brien, Counselor455.0★ (3)13 mi
42McKenzie Hays, Counselor455.0★ (3)13 mi
43Barbara Vetter, LPCC455.0★ (5)14 mi
44Anthony Smartnick, Psychiatrist453.3★ (7)13 mi
45Lori Long Counseling Services, LLC.443.4★ (34)14 mi
46Humanistic Counseling Center, LLC Stow422.2★ (9)17 mi

Also serving New Franklin

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.

How we ranked New Franklin family therapists

We scored 46 New Franklin 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 12, 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 New Franklin 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 New Franklin: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in New Franklin?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in New Franklin, OH is Melymbrosia Associates with an RP Score of 64/100. It has 4.2★ from 9 Google reviews. Clinical Counseling Group (#2) and Child Guidance & Family Solutions (#3) follow. We ranked 46 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 12, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in New Franklin?

RankedPsychologists ranks 46 family therapists serving New Franklin, OH. 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 New Franklin work on weekends?

15 of 46 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Wellspring Counseling Center (#4), Crooked River Counseling Services | Akron Ohio | Anxiety Therapy for Women (#7) and Guiding House Counseling & Coaching (#10). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do New Franklin family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 46 rated family therapists in New Franklin is 4.6★, with a median of 9 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Fairlawn has the most, 418 reviews, and ranks #22. 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 New Franklin count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the New Franklin 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 New Franklin 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 New Franklin

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 46 family therapists serving New Franklin.