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Best Family Therapists in Savannah, GA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Savannah: Seaport Christian Counseling, RP Score 73/100; 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 12 PM.

  2. 12

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Savannah, 326 Google reviews at 4.1★, the most of 45 ranked; ranked #12.

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

45 Savannah family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 12 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 45 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in Savannah 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 Savannah at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Seaport Christian Counseling735.0★ (27)SavannahSatOverall
2Brain Focus705.0★ (4)SavannahSat—
3Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Savannah644.5★ (106)SavannahSat · Sun · Evenings—
4Green Oasis Counseling635.0★ (17)SavannahSat · Sun · Evenings—
5Success For Children And Families Inc624.9★ (95)SavannahSat—
6LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Savannah594.4★ (318)Savannah——
7Waters Edge Counseling594.8★ (73)Savannah——
8Ames Andrew583.3★ (4)Savannah——
9Pillars of Hope Counseling, Richmond Hill, Georgia USA585.0★ (4)Georgetown, 16 mi awaySat—
10Mahesh Gupta, PHD582.6★ (5)Savannah——

The 45 best family therapists in Savannah, 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 Savannah

    #1 Seaport Christian Counseling

    Based in Savannah

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2310 Causton Bluff Rd, Savannah, GA 31404
    View profile for Seaport Christian Counseling(912) 239-7653

  2. #2 Brain Focus

    Based in Savannah

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    5960 Ogeechee Rd, Savannah, GA 31419
    View profile for Brain Focus(609) 963-8016

  4. #4 Green Oasis Counseling

    Based in Savannah

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, based in Savannah.

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

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun 10 AM–2 PM
    Address
    7 Oglethorpe Professional Blvd #3, Savannah, GA 31406
    View profile for Green Oasis Counseling(912) 373-6694

  7. #7 Waters Edge Counseling

    Based in Savannah

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 73 Google reviews, based in Savannah.

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

    • 4.8★ from 73 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    420 E Bolton St, Savannah, GA 31401
    View profile for Waters Edge Counseling(912) 319-5552

  8. #8 Ames Andrew

    Based in Savannah

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.3★ from 4 Google reviews, based in Savannah.

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

    • 3.3★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    107 Oglethorpe Professional Blvd, Savannah, GA 31406
    View profile for Ames Andrew(912) 353-7699

  10. #10 Mahesh Gupta, PHD

    Based in Savannah

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and proximity: 2.6★ from 5 Google reviews, based in Savannah.

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

    • 2.6★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    310 Benfield Dr, Savannah, GA 31406
    View profile for Mahesh Gupta, PHD(912) 355-0798

  13. #13 Alana Cox, Psychiatrist

    Based in Savannah

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 24 Google reviews, based in Savannah.

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

    • 4.8★ from 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    635 Stephenson Ave Ste B, Savannah, GA 31405
    View profile for Alana Cox, Psychiatrist(912) 352-2921

  14. #14 Irene Wood, Counselor

    Based in Savannah

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, based in Savannah.

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

    • 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    635 Stephenson Ave Ste B, Savannah, GA 31405
    View profile for Irene Wood, Counselor(912) 352-2921

  17. #17 Melanie Lindblade, Counselor

    Based in Savannah

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.7★ from 16 Google reviews, based in Savannah.

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

    • 4.7★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4849 Paulsen St Ste 102, Savannah, GA 31405
    View profile for Melanie Lindblade, Counselor(912) 600-8800

  18. #18 Edward Parks, Counselor

    Based in Savannah

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, based in Savannah.

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

    • 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
    4849 Paulsen St Ste 102, Savannah, GA 31405
    View profile for Edward Parks, Counselor(912) 600-8800

  19. #19 Waters Edge Counseling

    Based in Savannah

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, based in Savannah.

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

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    6703 Johnny Mercer Blvd, Savannah, GA 31410
    View profile for Waters Edge Counseling(912) 319-5552

  20. #20 Atlantic Coastal Therapy

    Based in Savannah

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 14 Google reviews, based in Savannah.

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

    • 4.6★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    117 Oglethorpe Professional Blvd #7, Savannah, GA 31406
    View profile for Atlantic Coastal Therapy(912) 658-8169

  22. #22 Family First Therapy

    Based in Savannah

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, based in Savannah.

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

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–4 PM · Fri 10 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    548 E Duffy St, Savannah, GA 31401
    View profile for Family First Therapy(912) 421-9399

  24. #24 Alexandra Moses, Counselor

    Based in Savannah

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews, based in Savannah.

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

    • 4.6★ 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
    4849 Paulsen St Ste 102, Savannah, GA 31405
    View profile for Alexandra Moses, Counselor(912) 600-8800

All 45 family therapists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #45, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

family therapists in Savannah, ranks 26 to 45
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Brian Beck, Counselor555.0★ (6)In Savannah
27Lauren Hilton, Counselor555.0★ (5)In Savannah
28Megan Ross, Counselor554.8★ (5)In Savannah
29Youla Overbey, Counselor554.8★ (5)In Savannah
30Rhonda Johnson, Counselor555.0★ (4)In Savannah
31Patrice Frazier, Counselor555.0★ (4)In Savannah
32Therapeutic Healing Alliance, LLC554.2★ (12)In Savannah
33Islands Counseling Services-Wilmington Island Office553.9★ (7)In Savannah
34Atlantic Counseling Services, LLC543.5★ (11)In Savannah
35Low Country Counseling543.9★ (15)In Savannah
36LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Pooler514.4★ (321)11 mi
37Michele Cookieanos, Counselor495.0★ (24)11 mi
38Peace by Piece Therapy: Leslie Slemmons: Anxiety and Trauma Healing | Somatic Yoga | Internal Family Systems485.0★ (15)19 mi
39High Tide Counseling484.9★ (38)19 mi
40Alivia McMahan, Psychiatric Clinician484.6★ (29)11 mi
41Low Country Family Counseling, LLC483.6★ (13)19 mi
42Malloy Counseling and Psychotherapy Group475.0★ (5)14 mi
43Jennifer Wilson, Counselor474.9★ (11)11 mi
44Bell & Associates, LLC: Counseling for Individuals or Couples, and Mental Health Assessments465.0★ (55)16 mi
45Samantha Best, Counselor465.0★ (3)11 mi

Also serving Savannah

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 Savannah
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
ABLE Kids5.0★ (10)In Savannah
C. Williams & Associates, LLC4.6★ (9)In Savannah
Coastal Harbor Treatment Center2.4★ (361)In Savannah
Creative Counseling Solutions4.2★ (21)In Savannah
Daniel S. Haddad, LCSW, LLC5.0★ (13)In Savannah
Dr. Crystal Malloy, PhD, LPC & Associates/ Progressive & Innovative Counseling Services4.7★ (31)In Savannah
Emily Hawkins, LCSW LLC4.3★ (10)In Savannah
First City Counseling4.6★ (10)In Savannah
Heads Up Guidance Service4.1★ (9)In Savannah
Holloway Counseling & Consulting LLC5.0★ (8)In Savannah
Hope Counseling Center of Savannah4.4★ (22)In Savannah
Joye Psychology & Wellness, LLC3.7★ (15)In Savannah
Kyla Allen, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner5.0★ (13)In Savannah
MedMark Treatment Centers Savannah4.3★ (46)In Savannah
Recovery Place Inc2.6★ (34)In Savannah
Savannah Counseling & Wellness, LLC4.6★ (9)In Savannah
The Front Porch4.4★ (30)In Savannah
The TRAUMA Center, Inc.5.0★ (15)In Savannah
The Treetop ABA Therapy: At-Home and Clinic ABA Therapy In Georgia4.6★ (34)In Savannah
Weatherly Camacho, LPC4.7★ (23)In Savannah

How we ranked Savannah family therapists

We scored 45 Savannah 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 Savannah 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 Savannah: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Savannah?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Savannah, GA is Seaport Christian Counseling with an RP Score of 73/100. It has 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 12 PM. Brain Focus (#2) and Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Savannah (#3) follow. We ranked 45 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Savannah?

RankedPsychologists ranks 45 family therapists serving Savannah, GA. 33 of them are based in Savannah; 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 Savannah work on weekends?

12 of 45 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Seaport Christian Counseling (#1), Brain Focus (#2) and Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Savannah (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Savannah family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 45 rated family therapists in Savannah is 4.8★, with a median of 13 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Savannah has the most, 326 reviews, and ranks #12. 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 Savannah count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 45 family therapists serving Savannah.

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