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Best Family Therapists in Springfield, MO (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Springfield: Adoption By Family Therapy Of The Ozarks, Inc., RP Score 72/100; 4.3★ from 11 Google reviews.

  2. 2

    Most-reviewed: Counseling Solutions of the Ozarks, LLC, 141 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 19 ranked; ranked #2.

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

19 Springfield family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 6 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.3★ across 19 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in Springfield 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 Springfield at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Adoption By Family Therapy Of The Ozarks, Inc.724.3★ (11)Springfield—Overall
2Counseling Solutions of the Ozarks, LLC645.0★ (141)SpringfieldSat · EveningsMost reviews
3Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Springfield604.3★ (13)SpringfieldSat · Sun · Evenings—
4Springfield Marriage & Family Institute, LLC593.4★ (25)SpringfieldEvenings—
5Psych Associates584.7★ (60)SpringfieldEvenings—
6Aim Counseling585.0★ (3)SpringfieldSat · Sun · Evenings—
7AWAKEN360-East584.4★ (19)SpringfieldSat · Evenings—
8Christian Counseling Center574.3★ (16)SpringfieldSat · Evenings—
9Seen Therapy Services, LLC565.0★ (6)SpringfieldSat · Evenings—
10Lost & Found Grief Center554.2★ (34)Springfield——

The 19 best family therapists in Springfield, 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.

  5. #5 Psych Associates

    Based in Springfield

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.7★ from 60 Google reviews, based in Springfield.

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

    • 4.7★ from 60 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1358 E Kingsley St E, Springfield, MO 65804
    View profile for Psych Associates(417) 414-0333

  6. #6 Aim Counseling

    Based in Springfield

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, based in Springfield.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    1630 S Enterprise Ave Ste C, Springfield, MO 65804
    View profile for Aim Counseling(660) 287-2751

  7. #7 AWAKEN360-East

    Based in Springfield

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.4★ from 19 Google reviews, based in Springfield.

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

    • 4.4★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3259 E Sunshine St Ste l, Springfield, MO 65802
    View profile for AWAKEN360-East(417) 889-5483

  10. #10 Lost & Found Grief Center

    Based in Springfield

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.2★ from 34 Google reviews, based in Springfield.

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

    • 4.2★ from 34 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1555 S Glenstone Ave, Springfield, MO 65804
    View profile for Lost & Found Grief Center(417) 865-9998

  11. #11 Christian Counseling Services

    Based in Springfield

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.0★ from 16 Google reviews, based in Springfield.

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

    • 4.0★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–9 PM · Wed–Fri 9 AM–9:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1525 E Republic Rd # A105, Springfield, MO 65804
    View profile for Christian Counseling Services(417) 881-9800

  14. #14 Eaglecrest Counseling Center Inc

    Based in Springfield

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.4★ from 25 Google reviews, based in Springfield.

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

    • 3.4★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–8 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    636 W Republic Rd Ste F100, Springfield, MO 65807
    View profile for Eaglecrest Counseling Center Inc(417) 862-8282

  16. #16 Skidmore Counseling LLC

    Based in Springfield

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, based in Springfield.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    1630 S Enterprise Ave, Springfield, MO 65804
    View profile for Skidmore Counseling LLC(417) 840-3177

  18. #18 Touchstone Counseling

    Based in Ozark, 12 mi away

    44/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.5★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 3.5★ from 30 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5608 N 13th Ave, Ozark, MO 65721
    View profile for Touchstone Counseling(417) 581-6911

  19. #19 Applied Counseling LLC

    Based in Nixa, 11 mi away

    44/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    819 N Main St, Nixa, MO 65714
    View profile for Applied Counseling LLC(417) 413-4544

Also serving Springfield

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 Springfield
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Alternatives /Heartland Center for Behavioral Change4.2★ (41)In Springfield
Betty & Bobby Allison Ozarks Counseling Center3.7★ (43)In Springfield
Beyond Healing Counseling Center4.8★ (86)In Springfield
Burrell Behavioral Health4.0★ (69)In Springfield
Dr. Mark Bradford4.7★ (85)In Springfield
Eustasis Psychiatric and Addiction Health2.0★ (385)In Springfield
Jordan Valley Health - Benton2.4★ (29)In Springfield
KVC Missouri Springfield4.0★ (61)In Springfield
Lakeland Behavioral Health System - Residential2.0★ (264)In Springfield
Lotz Therapy5.0★ (31)In Springfield
McGuire Christian Counseling4.4★ (53)In Springfield
Mercy Marian Center3.0★ (27)In Springfield
Missouri Behavioral Health4.9★ (62)In Springfield
MSU Care Clinic4.7★ (37)In Springfield
NAMI Hope Center4.1★ (24)In Springfield
Queen City Biblical Counseling5.0★ (37)In Springfield
Restoration of Hope Project / 180 Degrees3.7★ (23)In Springfield
Springfield Psychiatry3.3★ (77)In Springfield
Synergy Counseling Center4.5★ (31)In Springfield
The Living Room Therapy and Wellness Center4.9★ (73)In Springfield

How we ranked Springfield family therapists

We scored 19 Springfield 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 Springfield 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 Springfield: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Springfield?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Springfield, MO is Adoption By Family Therapy Of The Ozarks, Inc. with an RP Score of 72/100. It has 4.3★ from 11 Google reviews. Counseling Solutions of the Ozarks, LLC (#2) and Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Springfield (#3) follow. We ranked 19 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Springfield?

RankedPsychologists ranks 19 family therapists serving Springfield, MO. 17 of them are based in Springfield; 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 Springfield work on weekends?

6 of 19 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Counseling Solutions of the Ozarks, LLC (#2), Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Springfield (#3) and Aim Counseling (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Springfield family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 19 rated family therapists in Springfield is 4.3★, with a median of 16 reviews. Counseling Solutions of the Ozarks, LLC has the most, 141 reviews, and ranks #2. 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 Springfield count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 19 family therapists serving Springfield.

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