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Best Family Therapists in Riviera Beach, MD (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Riviera Beach: Cummings Patricia A, RP Score 65/100; 1.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

  2. 25

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Arnold, 288 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 151 ranked; ranked #25.

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

151 Riviera Beach family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 37 open Saturdays and 24 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 151 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in Riviera Beach 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 Riviera Beach at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Cummings Patricia A651.5★ (8)Annapolis, 9 mi away—Overall
2Bayshore Counseling645.0★ (3)Annapolis, 13 mi away——
3Mona Gobrail LCPC, LLC634.4★ (54)Columbia, 18 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Glen Burnie594.5★ (65)Glen Burnie, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Baltimore584.7★ (52)Baltimore, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Pasadena Center For Counseling584.5★ (30)Pasadena, 5 mi away——
7GY COUNSELING, LLC584.8★ (25)Glen Burnie, 8 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Imani Consulting573.5★ (14)Bowie, 19 mi awaySat · Evenings—
9Maryland Health Foundation575.0★ (38)Dundalk, 7 mi awaySat · Evenings—
10Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Baltimore564.6★ (70)Baltimore, 11 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 151 best family therapists in Riviera Beach, 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 Riviera Beach

    #1 Cummings Patricia A

    Based in Annapolis, 9 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 1.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    530 College Pkwy, Annapolis, MD 21409
    View profile for Cummings Patricia A(410) 349-1170

  2. #2 Bayshore Counseling

    Based in Annapolis, 13 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    133 Old Solomons Island Rd, Annapolis, MD 21401
    View profile for Bayshore Counseling(410) 266-9747

  3. #3 Mona Gobrail LCPC, LLC

    Based in Columbia, 18 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.4★ from 54 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 54 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–10 PM
    Address
    9520 Berger Rd Ste 308, Columbia, MD 21046
    View profile for Mona Gobrail LCPC, LLC(301) 437-0206

  7. #7 GY COUNSELING, LLC

    Based in Glen Burnie, 8 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    1110 Benfield Blvd, Millersville, MD 21108
    View profile for GY COUNSELING, LLC(301) 529-1095

  8. #8 Imani Consulting

    Based in Bowie, 19 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.5★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.5★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 10 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4329 Northview Dr, Bowie, MD 20716
    View profile for Imani Consulting(240) 245-0097

  9. #9 Maryland Health Foundation

    Based in Dundalk, 7 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    6910 Holabird Ave, Dundalk, MD 21222
    View profile for Maryland Health Foundation(410) 656-2444

  14. #14 Dr. Angelica Shiels

    Based in Arnold, 9 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 PM–12 AM · Sun 12 AM–1 PM
    Address
    1298 Bay Dale Dr #211, Arnold, MD 21012
    View profile for Dr. Angelica Shiels(224) 723-3907

  15. #15 Turnaround Inc

    Based in Towson, 16 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 2.5★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.5★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    8503 Lasalle Rd, Towson, MD 21286
    View profile for Turnaround Inc(410) 377-8111

  17. #17 The Family Tree

    Based in Baltimore, 12 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Non-profit organization”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
    Address
    2108 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21218
    View profile for The Family Tree(410) 889-2300

  21. #21 LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Millersville

    Based in Glen Burnie, 8 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 198 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 198 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–4:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    8258 Veterans Hwy Suite 13, Millersville, MD 21108
    View profile for LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Millersville(410) 768-6088

  23. #23 Columbia Mental Health Psychiatrists and Therapists - Glen Burnie

    Based in Glen Burnie, 7 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 41 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    7671 Quarterfield Rd Ste 301, Glen Burnie, MD 21061
    View profile for Columbia Mental Health Psychiatrists and Therapists - Glen Burnie(410) 457-3041

  24. #24 Integrative Behavioral Health

    Based in Baltimore, 12 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun 10 AM–2 PM
    Address
    2519 Maryland Ave Ste. 100, Baltimore, MD 21218
    View profile for Integrative Behavioral Health(443) 288-0098

  25. #25 LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Arnold

    Based in Arnold, 10 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 288 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 288 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–4:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1511 Ritchie Hwy Ste 202, Arnold, MD 21012
    View profile for LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Arnold(443) 679-0577

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

family therapists in Riviera Beach, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Nottingham524.5★ (63)16 mi
27Tailor Made Service Advice525.0★ (11)14 mi
28Solace Family Counseling525.0★ (5)13 mi
29Remedy Counseling, LLC524.1★ (35)7 mi
30Elevate Recovery Centers, LLC524.0★ (45)6 mi
31Ellie Mental Health522.9★ (17)12 mi
32Anne Arundel Counseling513.2★ (10)13 mi
33NorthStar Counseling & Wellness515.0★ (4)7 mi
34Brenda Rosencrantz, Counselor515.0★ (9)8 mi
35Katherine Maas, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner515.0★ (27)10 mi
36Denise Moreland, Counselor514.9★ (8)8 mi
37Robert Herman, Psychiatrist514.5★ (75)10 mi
38Gisele Parker, Counselor515.0★ (7)8 mi
39Obinna Okonkwo, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner514.8★ (32)10 mi
40Women's Growth Center513.7★ (3)14 mi
41Safe Harbor Behavioral Care of White Marsh514.9★ (226)14 mi
42The Baltimore Therapy Center504.8★ (45)19 mi
43Fearlessly Inspired Counseling - EMDR Therapist505.0★ (20)13 mi
44David Riddick, Therapy Clinician505.0★ (3)8 mi
45Elizabeth Krakow, Counselor505.0★ (3)8 mi
46LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Annapolis504.6★ (143)12 mi
47Lisa Reo, Counselor505.0★ (3)8 mi
48Nathan Dickerson, Counselor505.0★ (3)8 mi
49Phoenix Rising Counseling and Recovery Services505.0★ (13)14 mi
50Hope with Sanaa, Individual & Family Therapist505.0★ (18)17 mi

Also serving Riviera Beach

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 Riviera Beach
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Candice Kordish, Counselor5.0★ (2)8 mi
Chidinma Eze, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner5.0★ (2)8 mi
Denise Montgomery5.0★ (2)19 mi
Family Counseling Center5.0★ (2)17 mi
Jennifer Greenspun, Counselor5.0★ (2)10 mi
Julia Giuva, Counselor5.0★ (2)18 mi
KidWise Counseling, LLC5.0★ (2)9 mi
Lucas Lengrand, Counselor5.0★ (2)8 mi
Maria Willey, Counselor4.5★ (2)16 mi
Rachel Mall, Counselor5.0★ (2)18 mi
Safe Harbor Behavioral Care of Towson5.0★ (2)15 mi
Safe Harbor Christian Counseling5.0★ (2)9 mi
Safe Harbor Christian Counseling3.0★ (2)13 mi
Safe Harbor Christian Counseling1.5★ (2)17 mi
Safe Harbor Christian Counseling3.5★ (2)18 mi
Terra Counseling and Consulting, Inc.5.0★ (2)13 mi
Tonya Logan, Counselor5.0★ (2)12 mi
Volunteers of America1.0★ (2)16 mi
Wellspring Life Counseling3.0★ (2)17 mi
Winding Road Counseling, LLC5.0★ (2)18 mi

How we ranked Riviera Beach family therapists

We scored 151 Riviera Beach 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 Riviera Beach 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 Riviera Beach: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Riviera Beach?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Riviera Beach, MD is Cummings Patricia A with an RP Score of 65/100. It has 1.5★ from 8 Google reviews. Bayshore Counseling (#2) and Mona Gobrail LCPC, LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 151 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Riviera Beach?

RankedPsychologists ranks 151 family therapists serving Riviera Beach, MD. 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 Riviera Beach work on weekends?

37 of 151 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 24 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Mona Gobrail LCPC, LLC (#3), Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Glen Burnie (#4) and Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Baltimore (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Riviera Beach family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 151 rated family therapists in Riviera Beach is 4.8★, with a median of 10 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Arnold has the most, 288 reviews, and ranks #25. 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 Riviera Beach count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Riviera Beach 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 Riviera Beach 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 Riviera Beach

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 151 family therapists serving Riviera Beach.

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