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Best Family Therapists in Poinciana, FL (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Poinciana: Nona Thrive Therapy, RP Score 60/100; 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 2 PM.

  2. 8

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Kissimmee, 419 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 51 ranked; ranked #8.

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

51 Poinciana family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 11 open Saturdays and 6 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 51 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in Poinciana 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 Poinciana at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Nona Thrive Therapy605.0★ (8)Buenaventura Lakes, 16 mi awaySatOverall
2Juan Mendoza, LMHC595.0★ (4)Allapattah, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3HAPPY HEALING GROWING PROCESS, E.T.C,LLC.575.0★ (7)Kissimmee, 15 mi away——
4Agapethy Counseling Solutions, LLC555.0★ (23)Kissimmee, 11 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Counseling Associates of Winter Haven552.0★ (3)Winter Haven, 19 mi awaySat—
6Hispanic Family Counseling544.4★ (32)Kissimmee, 11 mi away——
7Concord Counseling Center LLC543.4★ (5)Kissimmee, 2 mi away——
8LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Kissimmee524.7★ (419)Kissimmee, 12 mi away—Most reviews
9Marriage and Family Therapy St Cloud Jillian Gatz LMFT513.3★ (4)Saint Cloud, 12 mi away——
10A Helping Hand Counseling Center504.9★ (77)Saint Cloud, 12 mi away——

The 51 best family therapists in Poinciana, 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.

Scores below: based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. Ranked #1 in Poinciana

    Based in Buenaventura Lakes, 16 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2546 Eagle Bay Blvd, Buena Ventura Lakes, FL 34743
  2. Based in Citrus Ridge, 13 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 366 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

    • 4.5★ from 366 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1530 Celebration Blvd Suites 405 & 406, Celebration, FL 34747
  3. Based in Kissimmee, 12 mi away

    48/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    • 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    321 W Oak St, Kissimmee, FL 34741
  4. Based in Kissimmee, 12 mi away

    48/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    321 W Oak St, Kissimmee, FL 34741
  5. Based in Kissimmee, 12 mi away

    48/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    321 W Oak St, Kissimmee, FL 34741
  6. Based in Orlando, 19 mi away

    48/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 149 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

    • 4.9★ from 149 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    6900 Tavistock Lakes Blvd Ste 400, Orlando, FL 32827

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

family therapists in Poinciana, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Elecia Trowers, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner474.9★ (31)13 mi
27Cousin Pat Therapy474.4★ (7)14 mi
28Family Life Counseling Center475.0★ (8)12 mi
29Jeanette Martinez, Counselor475.0★ (8)12 mi
30Aba Andah, Counselor475.0★ (7)12 mi
31Kajessa Joseph, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner474.9★ (24)13 mi
32Family Integration Center Inc462.0★ (4)14 mi
33A Second Wind Counseling465.0★ (3)11 mi
34Coaching By Myles465.0★ (4)19 mi
35John Mcdonald, Counselor465.0★ (4)12 mi
36Sunbeam Mental Care464.7★ (9)12 mi
37IMMIGRATION &FAMILY Services OFFICE462.3★ (3)18 mi
38Scott T. Bleakley, Counselor464.9★ (8)13 mi
39Sarita Betts, Counselor455.0★ (6)13 mi
40Maria Berezkina, LMHC455.0★ (7)13 mi
41Mr. David Bingham, Counselor455.0★ (5)13 mi
42Luella LaRoche, Counselor455.0★ (4)13 mi
43Nizel Fernandez, LMHC455.0★ (5)13 mi
44ACS Wellness Group Inc452.6★ (11)12 mi
45Mindful Behavioral Healthcare443.2★ (375)12 mi
46LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Orlando444.5★ (242)19 mi
47Morgan T Meyering, Counselor415.0★ (9)19 mi
48Tammy Schmick, Counselor415.0★ (9)19 mi
49Elizabeth Aulds, Counselor414.4★ (8)19 mi
50Christian Guirado, Counselor405.0★ (4)19 mi

Also serving Poinciana

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 Poinciana family therapists

We scored 51 Poinciana 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 Poinciana 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 Poinciana: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Poinciana?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Poinciana, FL is Nona Thrive Therapy with an RP Score of 60/100. It has 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 2 PM. Juan Mendoza, LMHC (#2) and HAPPY HEALING GROWING PROCESS, E.T.C,LLC. (#3) follow. We ranked 51 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Poinciana?

RankedPsychologists ranks 51 family therapists serving Poinciana, FL. 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 Poinciana work on weekends?

11 of 51 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 6 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Nona Thrive Therapy (#1), Juan Mendoza, LMHC (#2) and Agapethy Counseling Solutions, LLC (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Poinciana family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 51 rated family therapists in Poinciana is 4.9★, with a median of 9 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Kissimmee has the most, 419 reviews, and ranks #8. 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 Poinciana count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 51 family therapists serving Poinciana.