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Best Family Therapists in North Little Rock, AR (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in North Little Rock: Stephanie Galloway, LCSW, RP Score 73/100; 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 3

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry North Little Rock, 76 Google reviews at 4.1★, the most of 28 ranked; ranked #3.

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

28 North Little Rock family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 9 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 28 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in North Little Rock 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 North Little Rock at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Stephanie Galloway, LCSW735.0★ (3)North Little RockSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Dr. Nioka Smith Counseling645.0★ (32)Little Rock, 7 mi awayEvenings—
3Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry North Little Rock634.1★ (76)North Little RockSat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
4Methodist Family Health.612.5★ (11)Little Rock, 7 mi away——
5Chenal Family Therapy - North Little Rock Office601.9★ (31)North Little RockSat · Evenings—
6Marryland Therapy & Consultation North Little Rock575.0★ (3)North Little RockSat · Evenings—
7Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Maumelle574.4★ (58)Maumelle, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8The Finding Place Counseling and Recovery564.8★ (17)Little Rock, 4 mi awaySat · Evenings—
9Arkansas Families First554.0★ (12)North Little Rock——
10Argenta Counseling and Wellness (North Little Rock)543.1★ (41)North Little Rock——

The 28 best family therapists in North Little Rock, 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 North Little Rock

    #1 Stephanie Galloway, LCSW

    Based in North Little Rock

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 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–Sun 8 AM–9 PM
    Address
    4704 W Commercial Dr Suite A, North Little Rock, AR 72116
    View profile for Stephanie Galloway, LCSW(501) 521-1568

  2. #2 Dr. Nioka Smith Counseling

    Based in Little Rock, 7 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed closed · Thu 8:30 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    6104 Forbing Rd, Little Rock, AR 72209
    View profile for Dr. Nioka Smith Counseling(501) 238-3600

  4. #4 Methodist Family Health.

    Based in Little Rock, 7 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 2.5★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.5★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1600 Aldersgate Rd Ste 100, Little Rock, AR 72205
    View profile for Methodist Family Health.(501) 661-0720

  9. #9 Arkansas Families First

    Based in North Little Rock

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.0★ from 12 Google reviews, based in North Little Rock.

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

    • 4.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4004 McCain Blvd #203, North Little Rock, AR 72116
    View profile for Arkansas Families First(501) 812-4268

  12. #12 Rachel Pinto, MS, LPC

    Based in North Little Rock

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, based in North Little Rock.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    425 W Broadway St # D, North Little Rock, AR 72114
    View profile for Rachel Pinto, MS, LPC(501) 408-3431

  13. #13 Martin Counseling Services, LLC

    Based in Little Rock, 4 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 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 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1100 N University Ave #149, Little Rock, AR 72207
    View profile for Martin Counseling Services, LLC(501) 246-7121

  15. #15 Vida Collective Counseling

    Based in Little Rock, 3 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, 3 mi from North Little Rock.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    420 E 21st St Ste G, Little Rock, AR 72206
    View profile for Vida Collective Counseling(501) 300-7456

  16. #16 Dr. Robert Maris

    Based in Little Rock, 8 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    7 Office Park Dr #120, Little Rock, AR 72211
    View profile for Dr. Robert Maris(501) 219-2419

  17. #17 Integrative Counseling Center – Mental Health Therapy & Counseling

    Based in Little Rock, 7 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    204 Executive Ct Ste 110, Little Rock, AR 72205
    View profile for Integrative Counseling Center – Mental Health Therapy & Counseling(501) 416-5263

  19. #19 West Rock Counseling

    Based in Little Rock, 8 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 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 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1701 Centerview Dr Ste 200, Little Rock, AR 72211
    View profile for West Rock Counseling(501) 644-9744

  21. #21 Closed

    Based in Little Rock, 7 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 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–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4 Shackleford Plaza Ste 100, Little Rock, AR 72211
    View profile for Closed

  23. #23 The Amitrano Center for Relational Healing

    Based in Little Rock, 8 mi away

    48/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–8 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 12 PM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    900 S Shackleford Rd #300, Little Rock, AR 72211
    View profile for The Amitrano Center for Relational Healing(630) 797-9871

  24. #24 Rise Counseling & Diagnostics

    Based in Little Rock, 9 mi away

    47/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 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–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    12921 Cantrell Rd Ste 105, Little Rock, AR 72223
    View profile for Rise Counseling & Diagnostics(501) 891-5492

  25. #25 Mitchell Family Counseling - Cabot Office

    Based in Cabot, 17 mi away

    45/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–3 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    117 Financial Dr, Cabot, AR 72023
    View profile for Mitchell Family Counseling - Cabot Office(501) 222-9382

All 28 family therapists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #28, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

family therapists in North Little Rock, ranks 26 to 28
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Families Inc. Counseling Services432.3★ (36)12 mi
27Chenal Family Therapy - Cabot Office432.1★ (8)20 mi
28Heard, LPC Kenneth Joe384.0★ (3)19 mi

Also serving North Little Rock

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 North Little Rock
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
501 Counseling, PLLC5.0★ (7)In North Little Rock
Abiding Marriage5.0★ (11)In North Little Rock
Alleviant Integrated Mental Health - North Little Rock4.8★ (86)In North Little Rock
Breathe It In Salt Rooms4.9★ (184)In North Little Rock
Cardinal Counseling Services, PLLC3.6★ (10)In North Little Rock
Distin Psychiatric Service4.4★ (52)In North Little Rock
H.E.R. Counseling and Wellness5.0★ (4)In North Little Rock
Journey Wellness Clinic3.9★ (14)In North Little Rock
Natural State Recovery Centers4.0★ (42)In North Little Rock
Park Hill Counseling - A Wellness Collective4.6★ (19)In North Little Rock
Professional Counseling Associates3.3★ (8)In North Little Rock
Professional Counseling Associates4.2★ (5)In North Little Rock
Stacy Kinzler, LPC5.0★ (3)In North Little Rock
Still Waters Consulting Group LLC4.1★ (9)In North Little Rock
Susan Giron, LCSW5.0★ (9)In North Little Rock
The BridgeWay2.9★ (242)In North Little Rock
The Carpenter's Hope Counseling Center, PLLC5.0★ (16)In North Little Rock
The Recovery Team - North Little Rock5.0★ (96)In North Little Rock
The Well Premier Psychiatric Services4.5★ (8)In North Little Rock
Tov Mental Health Counseling3.7★ (9)In North Little Rock

How we ranked North Little Rock family therapists

We scored 28 North Little Rock 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 North Little Rock 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 North Little Rock: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in North Little Rock?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in North Little Rock, AR is Stephanie Galloway, LCSW with an RP Score of 73/100. It has 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Dr. Nioka Smith Counseling (#2) and Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry North Little Rock (#3) follow. We ranked 28 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in North Little Rock?

RankedPsychologists ranks 28 family therapists serving North Little Rock, AR. 8 of them are based in North Little Rock; 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 North Little Rock work on weekends?

9 of 28 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Stephanie Galloway, LCSW (#1), Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry North Little Rock (#3) and Chenal Family Therapy - North Little Rock Office (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do North Little Rock family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 28 rated family therapists in North Little Rock is 4.6★, with a median of 8 reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry North Little Rock has the most, 76 reviews, and ranks #3. 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 North Little Rock count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the North Little Rock 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 North Little Rock 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 North Little Rock

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 28 family therapists serving North Little Rock.

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