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Best Family Therapists in Niagara Falls, NY (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Niagara Falls: Sandra Elsley Individual Marriage & Family Counselling, RP Score 68/100; 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 41

    Most-reviewed: Child & Family Services, 69 Google reviews at 4.3★, the most of 49 ranked; ranked #41.

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

49 Niagara Falls family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 23 open Saturdays and 8 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.3★ across 49 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in Niagara Falls 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 Niagara Falls at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Sandra Elsley Individual Marriage & Family Counselling685.0★ (17)Niagara FallsSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2The Play Clinic654.3★ (33)St. Catharines, 11 mi awaySat · Evenings—
3Audubon Counseling644.9★ (56)Amherst, 19 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Renewal Christian Counselling644.4★ (5)St. Catharines, 11 mi away——
5Stonelea Family Counseling633.8★ (4)North Tonawanda, 11 mi away——
6Couples and Family Therapy615.0★ (3)Welland, 11 mi awaySun · Evenings—
7Rhonn Gilchrist MSW614.3★ (37)Amherst, 16 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8Laura Bruno Psychotherapy614.9★ (15)Niagara Falls, 2 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Falk A Ursula PhD612.5★ (6)Buffalo, 14 mi away——
10Koepke Marriage And Family & Mental Health Counseling, PLLC584.6★ (65)Buffalo, 15 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 49 best family therapists in Niagara Falls, 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. Based in St. Catharines, 11 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.3★ from 33 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 33 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–8 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    262 Scott St, St. Catharines, ON L2N 1J1
  2. Based in Amherst, 19 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.9★ from 56 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 56 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun 10 AM–4 PM
    Address
    4800 N French Rd, East Amherst, NY 14051
  3. Based in North Tonawanda, 11 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.8★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.8★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    north, 908 Niagara Falls Blvd, North Tonawanda, NY 14120
  4. Based in Welland, 11 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 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–Tue 9:30 AM–8 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–4:30 PM · Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–1 PM
    Address
    637 Niagara St, Welland, ON L3C 1E2
  5. Based in Amherst, 16 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.3★ from 37 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 37 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–9 PM · Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4140 Sheridan Dr #8, Williamsville, NY 14221
  6. Based in Niagara Falls, 2 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 15 Google reviews, 2 mi from Niagara Falls.

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

    • 4.9★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 9 AM–2 PM
    Address
    6150 Valley Way Unit 105, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 1Y3, Canada
  7. Based in Buffalo, 14 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 2.5★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.5★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    1197 Kenmore Ave, Buffalo, NY 14217
  8. 58/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 65 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 65 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 10 AM–1 PM · Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun 10 AM–1 PM
    Address
    57 Labelle Terrace, Buffalo, NY 14228
  9. Based in Niagara Falls, 3 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.7★ from 18 Google reviews, 3 mi from Niagara Falls.

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

    • 4.7★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4056 Dorchester Rd, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6M9, Canada
  10. Based in Lockport, 19 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    76 West Ave, Lockport, NY 14094
  11. Based in Welland, 12 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 46 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 46 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    440 Niagara St Unit 6A, Welland, ON L3C 1L5
  12. 53/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    257 Lafayette Ave, Buffalo, NY 14213
  13. 53/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.3★ from 7 Google reviews, 3 mi from Niagara Falls.

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

    • 4.3★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    7389 Lundy's Ln, Niagara Falls, ON L2H 2W9, Canada
  14. Based in Tonawanda, 13 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.8★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 2.8★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–3:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    Family Counseling Associates, 884 Brighton Rd, Tonawanda, NY 14150
  15. Based in St. Catharines, 11 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 10 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun 8 AM–12 PM
    Address
    141B Lake St, St. Catharines, ON L2R 5Y4
  16. Based in St. Catharines, 11 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 “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 12 AM–12 AM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    110 James St Ste 402, St. Catharines, ON L2R 7E8
  17. Based in Buffalo, 15 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.7★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 3.7★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–8 PM
    Address
    381 Kenmore Ave, Buffalo, NY 14223
  18. Based in St. Catharines, 11 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    320 Vansickle Rd Unit 6, St. Catharines, ON L2S 0B4

All 49 family therapists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #49, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

family therapists in Niagara Falls, ranks 26 to 49
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Motivational Counseling485.0★ (22)17 mi
27Western New York Children's Psychiatric Center473.5★ (32)14 mi
28Bayridge Counselling Centres St. Catharines473.7★ (3)11 mi
29Attune Therapy475.0★ (4)14 mi
30Critical Trauma Therapy465.0★ (9)12 mi
31Couples & Individual Counseling Center464.2★ (24)17 mi
32SoulScape Services465.0★ (3)11 mi
33Dale Association Counseling & Psychiatry463.0★ (31)10 mi
34Erin M. Moss Mental Health Counseling Private Practice463.9★ (7)14 mi
35Explore What's Next464.0★ (4)14 mi
36Lauren Alexandra - Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist464.3★ (6)18 mi
37Elisha House Pregnancy & Family Support Centre464.5★ (11)12 mi
38Garden City Psychology464.3★ (7)12 mi
39Bruce Pace, Ph.D., Psychologist452.0★ (5)14 mi
40Brookside Therapy & Assessments453.7★ (9)12 mi
41Child & Family Services434.3★ (69)20 mi
42Cox Sally A424.8★ (4)19 mi
43Clear Skies Counseling425.0★ (3)19 mi
44Horizon Health Services: Corporate Headquarters422.2★ (9)14 mi
45City Gate Life Recovery413.4★ (5)15 mi
46Catholic Charities414.7★ (3)19 mi
47Becker-Weidman Arthur PhD412.0★ (12)19 mi
48Endeavor Health Services - Clinic & Administrative Offices392.7★ (53)19 mi
49Primary Counseling Services394.0★ (4)20 mi

Also serving Niagara Falls

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 Niagara Falls family therapists

We scored 49 Niagara Falls 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 Niagara Falls 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 Niagara Falls: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Niagara Falls?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Niagara Falls, NY is Sandra Elsley Individual Marriage & Family Counselling with an RP Score of 68/100. It has 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. The Play Clinic (#2) and Audubon Counseling (#3) follow. We ranked 49 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Niagara Falls?

RankedPsychologists ranks 49 family therapists serving Niagara Falls, NY. 2 of them are based in Niagara Falls; 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 Niagara Falls work on weekends?

23 of 49 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 8 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Sandra Elsley Individual Marriage & Family Counselling (#1), The Play Clinic (#2) and Audubon Counseling (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Niagara Falls family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 49 rated family therapists in Niagara Falls is 4.3★, with a median of 8 reviews. Child & Family Services has the most, 69 reviews, and ranks #41. 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 Niagara Falls count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Niagara Falls 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 Niagara Falls 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 Niagara Falls

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 49 family therapists serving Niagara Falls.