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Best Family Therapists in South El Monte, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in South El Monte: In-Home, Parenting & Behavioral Therapy for Family | Arcadia, CA, RP Score 70/100; 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 42

    Most-reviewed: Self Help Los Angeles, 117 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 283 ranked; ranked #42.

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

283 South El Monte family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 113 open Saturdays and 36 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 283 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in South El Monte 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 South El Monte at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1In-Home, Parenting & Behavioral Therapy for Family | Arcadia, CA705.0★ (3)Arcadia, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Baldwin Park Counseling Center703.4★ (9)West Covina, 6 mi away——
3Clear Behavioral Health - Mental Health Services in El Monte675.0★ (30)South El MonteSat · Sun · Evenings—
44 Real Solutions 4 Real Life Problems Human Services Agency674.2★ (5)Arcadia, 6 mi awaySat—
5Salvadorean Legal Services664.9★ (11)Los Angeles, 13 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Harrison Shirley J PHD661.7★ (6)Covina, 9 mi away——
7Welcome Home Family Therapy665.0★ (12)Arcadia, 7 mi awayEvenings—
8Teri G. Muse Family Service Center654.0★ (4)Baldwin Park, 5 mi awayEvenings—
9ENKI Youth & Family Services643.7★ (12)West Covina, 7 mi away——
10Eduardo L. Lopez-Navarro, MFT644.0★ (22)El Monte, 2 mi awaySat · Evenings—

The 283 best family therapists in South El Monte, 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 South El Monte

    Based in Arcadia, 7 mi away

    70/100RP 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–10 PM
    Address
    236 E Foothill Blvd, Arcadia, CA 91006
  2. Based in Los Angeles, 13 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.9★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9:30 AM–8 PM · Sun 9 AM–8 PM
    Address
    1810 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90006
  3. Based in Covina, 9 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 1.7★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.7★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    101 N Citrus Ave #4B, Covina, CA 91723
  4. Based in Arcadia, 7 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 1 PM–8 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    236 E Foothill Blvd Ste c, Arcadia, CA 91006
  5. Based in West Covina, 7 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.7★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1215 W Covina Pkwy, West Covina, CA 91790
  6. Based in El Monte, 2 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 4.0★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–7 PM · Sat 7:30 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    11001 Main St, El Monte, CA 91731
  7. Based in Duarte, 8 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1801 Huntington Dr, Duarte, CA 91010
  8. Based in Los Angeles, 14 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    1721 E 120th St, Los Angeles, CA 90059
  9. Based in Covina, 9 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 2.9★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.9★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    530 W Badillo St, Covina, CA 91722
  10. Based in Glendale, 14 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    320 Arden Ave, Glendale, CA 91203
  11. Based in Anaheim, 16 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    421 N Brookhurst Ave #100, Anaheim, CA 92801
  12. Based in Los Angeles, 17 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    3701 Stocker St, Los Angeles, CA 90008
  13. Based in Sierra Madre, 8 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–9 PM · Sat 7 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    71 W Sierra Madre Blvd, Sierra Madre, CA 91024
  14. 60/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 37 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    769 N Orange Grove Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91103
  15. Based in Sierra Madre, 8 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    37 Auburn Ave #1, Sierra Madre, CA 91024
  16. Based in Covina, 9 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 28 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    416 W Badillo St, Covina, CA 91723
  17. Based in Pasadena, 8 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    200 E Del Mar Blvd Ste 104, Pasadena, CA 91105
  18. Based in Whittier, 7 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    9200 Colima Rd, Whittier, CA 90605

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

Also serving South El Monte

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 South El Monte family therapists

We scored 283 South El Monte 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 South El Monte 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 South El Monte: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in South El Monte?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in South El Monte, CA is In-Home, Parenting & Behavioral Therapy for Family | Arcadia, CA with an RP Score of 70/100. It has 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Baldwin Park Counseling Center (#2) and Clear Behavioral Health - Mental Health Services in El Monte (#3) follow. We ranked 283 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in South El Monte?

RankedPsychologists ranks 283 family therapists serving South El Monte, CA. 1 of them is based in South El Monte; 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 South El Monte work on weekends?

113 of 283 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 36 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are In-Home, Parenting & Behavioral Therapy for Family | Arcadia, CA (#1), Clear Behavioral Health - Mental Health Services in El Monte (#3) and 4 Real Solutions 4 Real Life Problems Human Services Agency (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do South El Monte family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 283 rated family therapists in South El Monte is 5.0★, with a median of 7 reviews. Self Help Los Angeles has the most, 117 reviews, and ranks #42. 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 South El Monte count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the South El Monte 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 South El Monte 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 South El Monte

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 283 family therapists serving South El Monte.