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Best Family Therapists in Sugar Hill, GA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Sugar Hill: Holy Family Counseling Center, RP Score 70/100; 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 5 PM.

  2. 10

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Cumming, 642 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 182 ranked; ranked #10.

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

182 Sugar Hill family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 63 open Saturdays and 29 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 182 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in Sugar Hill 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 Sugar Hill at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Holy Family Counseling Center704.4★ (7)Suwanee, 4 mi awaySat · EveningsOverall
2The Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center Georgia664.4★ (65)Sugar HillSat · Sun · Evenings—
3Two Roads Counseling: Stephanie Schiller, MSW, LCSW664.6★ (11)Alpharetta, 12 mi away——
4Family Counseling Associates of North Georgia654.5★ (77)Canton, 9 mi awayEvenings—
5Creative Family Counseling And Coaching644.5★ (38)Buford, 2 mi awaySat · Evenings—
6Responsible Child, LLC644.2★ (5)Lawrenceville, 12 mi away——
7Flourish Family Therapy633.7★ (25)Lawrenceville, 11 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8Path to Change, Cumming GA604.8★ (15)Sugar HillSat · Evenings—
9Lisa Meyer Counseling & Consulting - Therapy in Cumming GA604.3★ (39)Sugar HillSat · Evenings—
10LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Cumming604.6★ (642)Sugar Hill—Most reviews

The 182 best family therapists in Sugar Hill, 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 Sugar Hill

    #1 Holy Family Counseling Center

    Based in Suwanee, 4 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4411 Suwanee Dam Rd #720, Suwanee, GA 30024
    View profile for Holy Family Counseling Center(678) 993-8494

  6. #6 Responsible Child, LLC

    Based in Lawrenceville, 12 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    2775 Cruse Rd NW, Lawrenceville, GA 30044
    View profile for Responsible Child, LLC(678) 924-3201

  7. #7 Flourish Family Therapy

    Based in Lawrenceville, 11 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.7★ from 25 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6:30 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–2:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–2:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    190 Camden Hill Rd Ste A, Lawrenceville, GA 30046
    View profile for Flourish Family Therapy(770) 513-8988

  8. #8 Path to Change, Cumming GA

    Based in Sugar Hill

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 15 Google reviews, based in Sugar Hill.

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

    • 4.8★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    314 Tribble Gap Rd Suite B, Cumming, GA 30040
    View profile for Path to Change, Cumming GA(770) 615-6115

  14. #14 Marie Ingle Counseling

    Based in Gainesville, 18 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 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
    311 Green St, Gainesville, GA 30501
    View profile for Marie Ingle Counseling(770) 534-3808

  15. #15 GROW Counseling - Suwanee

    Based in Suwanee, 4 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–9 PM
    Address
    4411 Suwanee Dam Rd #310, Suwanee, GA 30024
    View profile for GROW Counseling - Suwanee(404) 596-8775

  16. #16 Northeast Georgia Counseling

    Based in Buford, 2 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, 2 mi from Sugar Hill.

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

    • 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    359 Peevy St, Buford, GA 30518
    View profile for Northeast Georgia Counseling(770) 271-5040

  17. #17 Unite Counseling & Therapy

    Based in Suwanee, 5 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 12 PM–7 PM · Tue–Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu 1:30 PM–7 PM · Fri 10:30 AM–3 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun 11 AM–1 PM
    Address
    897 Eva Kennedy Rd, Suwanee, GA 30024
    View profile for Unite Counseling & Therapy(770) 202-5200

  19. #19 Thomas Mott, Counselor

    Based in Sugar Hill

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 29 Google reviews, based in Sugar Hill.

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

    • 4.8★ from 29 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5965 Pkwy N Blvd Ste C, Cumming, GA 30040
    View profile for Thomas Mott, Counselor(770) 886-5700

  21. #21 Empower Counseling Suwanee

    Based in Suwanee, 4 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 10 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4411 Suwanee Dam Rd Ste 450, Suwanee, GA 30024
    View profile for Empower Counseling Suwanee(770) 685-6790

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

family therapists in Sugar Hill, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Sweitzer Counseling565.0★ (5)In Sugar Hill
27Tamara Brown, Counselor565.0★ (4)In Sugar Hill
28Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Lawrenceville564.3★ (144)10 mi
29LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Lawrenceville564.5★ (146)11 mi
30Waystone Therapy564.4★ (7)18 mi
31Timothy Brown, Psychologist563.7★ (3)In Sugar Hill
32Richard Onoja, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner554.7★ (30)11 mi
33Rosetta Friday, Counselor554.7★ (24)11 mi
34Brandi Williams, Counselor555.0★ (14)11 mi
35Expansion Counseling Services553.8★ (19)18 mi
36Ministerio Monte de Dios555.0★ (58)17 mi
37Lan Schlecht, Counselor545.0★ (10)11 mi
38Alfiya James, Counselor545.0★ (8)11 mi
39Community Care Counseling544.6★ (99)10 mi
40Dr. Corey Carlisle - Christian Counseling for Men & Marriages545.0★ (3)7 mi
41Holly Davis, Counselor544.8★ (6)11 mi
42Renacer544.8★ (19)8 mi
43Building Intimate Marriages544.1★ (16)7 mi
44Ellen Pierce, Counselor545.0★ (4)11 mi
45Kevin Larkins, Counselor544.1★ (9)11 mi
46Sunshine Child & Family Counseling534.7★ (15)12 mi
47Freedom Path Counseling535.0★ (7)9 mi
48Fresh Start for the Mind534.0★ (67)7 mi
49Rise Mental Health535.0★ (9)9 mi
50Solutions Counseling Centers534.5★ (8)9 mi

Also serving Sugar Hill

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 Sugar Hill
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Chloe Harper, Counselor5.0★ (2)11 mi
Clear Path CounselingIn Sugar Hill
Connected Counseling and Wellness, LLC5.0★ (2)9 mi
El Shaddai Family Resource CenterIn Sugar Hill
Empowered Transitions Counseling4.6★ (9)In Sugar Hill
Gwinnett Counseling, LLC5.0★ (2)In Sugar Hill
Heart Shine Counseling, LLC.5.0★ (1)In Sugar Hill
Holistic Family Healing5.0★ (1)In Sugar Hill
IntimateMatters, LLC5.0★ (2)In Sugar Hill
Just Heal Counseling5.0★ (2)In Sugar Hill
Karen Barnes, LMFT5.0★ (1)In Sugar Hill
Mountainview Counseling, LLCIn Sugar Hill
Novu Wellness5.0★ (55)In Sugar Hill
Priscilla J. King, LPCIn Sugar Hill
Refuel Counseling4.8★ (21)In Sugar Hill
Ridge Way Mental Health Services3.7★ (3)In Sugar Hill
Sense of Calm Counseling, LLCIn Sugar Hill
Solutions of Life, LLC4.1★ (9)In Sugar Hill
Southern Pathways CounselingIn Sugar Hill
Taylor Family CounselingIn Sugar Hill

How we ranked Sugar Hill family therapists

We scored 182 Sugar Hill 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 Sugar Hill 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 Sugar Hill: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Sugar Hill?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Sugar Hill, GA is Holy Family Counseling Center with an RP Score of 70/100. It has 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 5 PM. The Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center Georgia (#2) and Two Roads Counseling: Stephanie Schiller, MSW, LCSW (#3) follow. We ranked 182 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Sugar Hill?

RankedPsychologists ranks 182 family therapists serving Sugar Hill, GA. 10 of them are based in Sugar Hill; 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 Sugar Hill work on weekends?

63 of 182 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 29 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Holy Family Counseling Center (#1), The Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center Georgia (#2) and Creative Family Counseling And Coaching (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Sugar Hill family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 182 rated family therapists in Sugar Hill is 4.8★, with a median of 16 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Cumming has the most, 642 reviews, and ranks #10. 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 Sugar Hill count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Sugar Hill 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 Sugar Hill 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 Sugar Hill

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 182 family therapists serving Sugar Hill.

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