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Best Family Therapists in Newport, RI (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Newport: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists South Kingstown, RP Score 57/100; 4.6★ from 152 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 3 PM.

  2. 35

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Warwick, 161 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 62 ranked; ranked #35.

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

62 Newport family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 53 open Saturdays and 16 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 62 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in Newport 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 Newport at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists South Kingstown574.6★ (152)South Kingstown, 9 mi awaySat · EveningsOverall
2Lighthouse Counseling Associates564.4★ (7)Portsmouth, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3ME Psychotherapy, LLC565.0★ (7)Narragansett, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Mary Santa Teresa, Psychiatrist555.0★ (22)South Kingstown, 9 mi awaySat · Evenings—
5Corinne E. Rossi, Counselor544.7★ (11)South Kingstown, 9 mi awaySat · Evenings—
6Rhode Island Oak Counseling & Wellness544.4★ (14)Portsmouth, 9 mi awaySat · Evenings—
7Chad Coffin, Counselor544.9★ (8)South Kingstown, 9 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8Curtis Corner Baptist Church544.7★ (39)South Kingstown, 11 mi away——
9Lauren W Acquino, Counselor545.0★ (6)South Kingstown, 9 mi awaySat · Evenings—
10Allison Torti, Counselor535.0★ (5)South Kingstown, 9 mi awaySat · Evenings—

The 62 best family therapists in Newport, 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 Newport

    Based in South Kingstown, 9 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 152 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 152 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    65 Village Square Dr Ste 302, South Kingstown, RI 02879
  2. Based in Narragansett, 10 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    118 Point Judith Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882
  3. Based in South Kingstown, 9 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    65 Village Square Dr Ste 302, South Kingstown, RI 02879
  4. Based in South Kingstown, 9 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    65 Village Square Dr Ste 302, South Kingstown, RI 02879
  5. Based in South Kingstown, 9 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    65 Village Square Dr Ste 302, South Kingstown, RI 02879
  6. Based in South Kingstown, 9 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    65 Village Square Dr Ste 302, South Kingstown, RI 02879
  7. Based in South Kingstown, 9 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    65 Village Square Dr Ste 302, South Kingstown, RI 02879
  8. Based in South Kingstown, 9 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    65 Village Square Dr Ste 302, South Kingstown, RI 02879
  9. Based in South Kingstown, 9 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    65 Village Square Dr Ste 302, South Kingstown, RI 02879
  10. Based in South Kingstown, 9 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    65 Village Square Dr Ste 302, South Kingstown, RI 02879
  11. Based in South Kingstown, 9 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    65 Village Square Dr Ste 302, South Kingstown, RI 02879
  12. Based in South Kingstown, 9 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    65 Village Square Dr Ste 302, South Kingstown, RI 02879
  13. Based in South Kingstown, 9 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    65 Village Square Dr Ste 302, South Kingstown, RI 02879
  14. Based in South Kingstown, 9 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.6★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 2.6★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    65 Village Square Dr Ste 302, South Kingstown, RI 02879
  15. Based in Narragansett, 10 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 3.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    24 Salt Pond Rd Ste H1, Wakefield, RI 02879
  16. Based in North Kingstown, 11 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–3:30 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–12 AM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–3:30 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1130 Ten Rod Rd Bldg E, Suite 101, North Kingstown, RI 02852
  17. Based in East Greenwich, 15 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 73 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 73 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1485 S County Trl Ste 107, East Greenwich, RI 02818
  18. Based in Warwick, 17 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–9 PM · Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–12 PM
    Address
    2845 Post Rd #113, Warwick, RI 02886
  19. Based in Warwick, 17 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    300 Toll Gate Rd Ste 300, Warwick, RI 02886

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

family therapists in Newport, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Andrea Reis, Counselor505.0★ (6)17 mi
27Laura Tuscani, Counselor505.0★ (5)17 mi
28LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Warwick504.3★ (63)19 mi
29Solid Ground Psychotherapy504.1★ (9)17 mi
30Jessica Beaupre, Counselor504.3★ (7)17 mi
31Abby Celano, Counselor495.0★ (4)17 mi
32Jillian Connor, Counselor495.0★ (3)17 mi
33Sara Foley, Counselor495.0★ (7)15 mi
34Compassionate Counseling Company494.7★ (23)17 mi
35LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Warwick494.6★ (161)19 mi
36Mary Onungwe, Counselor494.9★ (7)15 mi
37Katie Anderson, Counselor485.0★ (5)15 mi
38Kim Rossi, Counselor485.0★ (5)15 mi
39Brightside Behavioral Health484.2★ (36)17 mi
40Lindsay Hillenberg, Counselor485.0★ (3)18 mi
41Jessica Costigan, Counselor485.0★ (4)15 mi
42Tara Monteiro, Counselor485.0★ (4)15 mi
43Beth Nardozzi, Therapy Clinician485.0★ (3)15 mi
44Josh Czerepica, Counselor485.0★ (3)15 mi
45Robert A Walker and Associates, Counseling and Consulting Center Inc.483.0★ (6)18 mi
46PresentSelf Counseling, LLC475.0★ (20)18 mi
47Lana DiCataldo, Counselor465.0★ (13)19 mi
48Joseph Parente, Counselor464.7★ (16)19 mi
49Anchor Counseling Center, Inc.464.0★ (4)13 mi
50Nicole Smith, Counselor465.0★ (7)19 mi

Also serving Newport

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 Newport
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Addams Associates IncIn Newport
Atlantic Psychotherapy AssociatesIn Newport
Bellevue CounselingIn Newport
Brown WendyIn Newport
Children's Wellness & Development Center5.0★ (8)In Newport
Codac Behavioral Healthcare2.9★ (9)In Newport
Heffner Clinical Counseling5.0★ (1)In Newport
Karin Oatley5.0★ (1)In Newport
Katherine M. Finnegan-Walker, LICSW5.0★ (1)In Newport
Kathlyn Heckart, MSW, LICSW5.0★ (1)In Newport
Kathryn A. Wingfield, MAIn Newport
Marilyn Kanter - LICSW & Psychologist3.0★ (2)In Newport
Meghan Shea Therapy, LLCIn Newport
Newport Neuro4.5★ (6)In Newport
Nonie Griscom Therapy LLC5.0★ (1)In Newport
Serenity Integrative Counseling LLCIn Newport
Steady Wellness Therapy5.0★ (7)In Newport
Tatro JeanneIn Newport
The Hope Wellness Center4.7★ (55)In Newport
Virginia M. Spaulding, PHD5.0★ (3)In Newport

How we ranked Newport family therapists

We scored 62 Newport 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 Newport 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 Newport: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Newport?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Newport, RI is LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists South Kingstown with an RP Score of 57/100. It has 4.6★ from 152 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 3 PM. Lighthouse Counseling Associates (#2) and ME Psychotherapy, LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 62 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Newport?

RankedPsychologists ranks 62 family therapists serving Newport, RI. 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 Newport work on weekends?

53 of 62 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 16 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists South Kingstown (#1), Lighthouse Counseling Associates (#2) and ME Psychotherapy, LLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Newport family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 62 rated family therapists in Newport is 5.0★, with a median of 7 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Warwick has the most, 161 reviews, and ranks #35. 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 Newport count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 62 family therapists serving Newport.