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Best Family Therapists in Sun Lakes, AZ (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Sun Lakes: CLEAR Counseling, LLC, RP Score 67/100; 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

  2. 6

    Most-reviewed: Sage Counseling Inc, 620 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 129 ranked; ranked #6.

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

129 Sun Lakes family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 51 open Saturdays and 10 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 129 rated practices.

Most of this list also appears on the Family therapists in Chandler ranking. See Family therapists in Chandler

Top 10 family therapists in Sun Lakes 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 Sun Lakes at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1CLEAR Counseling, LLC673.7★ (3)Chandler, 2 mi away—Overall
2Amy E. Epp, LCSW675.0★ (7)Phoenix, 11 mi away——
3Purposeful Life Counseling, LLC665.0★ (3)Chandler, 9 mi awaySat · Evenings—
4Tree of Life Ministry654.0★ (4)Mesa, 12 mi away——
5Parent Arizona And Counseling Services655.0★ (7)Mesa, 13 mi away——
6Sage Counseling Inc644.7★ (620)Mesa, 12 mi away—Most reviews
7Arizona Family Therapy Group644.6★ (57)Mesa, 13 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8Changing Lives Counseling645.0★ (13)Gilbert, 11 mi awaySat—
9William L Bradley645.0★ (5)Tempe, 14 mi away——
10Marilyn Tenney, LPC644.3★ (4)Mesa, 13 mi away——

The 129 best family therapists in Sun Lakes, 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 Sun Lakes

    #1 CLEAR Counseling, LLC

    Based in Chandler, 2 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    208 W Chandler Heights Rd #102, Chandler, AZ 85248
    View profile for CLEAR Counseling, LLC(480) 687-1665

  2. #2 Amy E. Epp, LCSW

    Based in Phoenix, 11 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    11011 S 48th St, Phoenix, AZ 85044
    View profile for Amy E. Epp, LCSW(480) 785-9717

  4. #4 Tree of Life Ministry

    Based in Mesa, 12 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    1921 S Alma School Rd Unit 315, Mesa, AZ 85210
    View profile for Tree of Life Ministry(480) 755-5553

  6. #6 Sage Counseling Inc

    Based in Mesa, 12 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.7★ from 620 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 620 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1830 S Alma School Rd STE 104, Mesa, AZ 85210
    View profile for Sage Counseling Inc(480) 649-3352

  7. #7 Arizona Family Therapy Group

    Based in Mesa, 13 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.6★ from 57 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 57 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3048 E Baseline Rd STE 108, Mesa, AZ 85204
    View profile for Arizona Family Therapy Group(602) 492-5055

  8. #8 Changing Lives Counseling

    Based in Gilbert, 11 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 1 AM–6 AM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu closed · Fri 1 AM–6 AM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1166 E Warner Rd #101u, Gilbert, AZ 85296
    View profile for Changing Lives Counseling(480) 246-2293

  9. #9 William L Bradley

    Based in Tempe, 14 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    2101 E Broadway Rd #25, Tempe, AZ 85282
    View profile for William L Bradley

  10. #10 Marilyn Tenney, LPC

    Based in Mesa, 13 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.3★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    3048 E Baseline Rd STE 108, Mesa, AZ 85204
    View profile for Marilyn Tenney, LPC(480) 307-7183

  11. #11 Family Resources Inc

    Based in Tempe, 14 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.5★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.5★ from 10 Google reviews
    Address
    2101 E Broadway Rd # 25, Tempe, AZ 85282
    View profile for Family Resources Inc(480) 921-3711

  12. #12 Robin Goldstein MS, LPC

    Based in Tempe, 9 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9030 S McClintock Dr #101, Tempe, AZ 85284
    View profile for Robin Goldstein MS, LPC(480) 949-2075

  14. #14 Good Works Counseling

    Based in Mesa, 10 mi away

    62/100RP Score

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

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

    • 3.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2950 S Alma School Rd #11, Mesa, AZ 85210
    View profile for Good Works Counseling(480) 821-1330

  17. #17 Creating Change Counseling

    Based in Tempe, 14 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 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–Tue 8 AM–3 PM · Wed 8 AM–2 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat 9 AM–11 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    2131 E Broadway Rd #31, Tempe, AZ 85282
    View profile for Creating Change Counseling(480) 491-4444

  19. #19 Cactus Wren Family Therapy

    Based in Chandler, 7 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2241 E Pecos Rd Bldg 6 Unit 1, Chandler, AZ 85225
    View profile for Cactus Wren Family Therapy(480) 644-1224

  21. #21 Mesa Family Therapy

    Based in Mesa, 18 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.4★ from 45 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 45 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1355 N Greenfield Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205
    View profile for Mesa Family Therapy(480) 937-2860

  22. #22 Arizona Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic

    Based in Chandler, 8 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    100 S Kyrene Rd Ste 5, Chandler, AZ 85226
    View profile for Arizona Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic(480) 282-8778

  23. #23 East Valley Family Therapy

    Based in Chandler, 3 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    12220 E Riggs Rd #103, Chandler, AZ 85249
    View profile for East Valley Family Therapy(602) 759-0512

  25. #25 The Resolution Group Inc

    Based in Mesa, 13 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 2.9★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.9★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–4:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    623 W Southern Ave #7, Mesa, AZ 85210
    View profile for The Resolution Group Inc(480) 962-9288

How we ranked Sun Lakes family therapists

We scored 129 Sun Lakes 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 Sun Lakes 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 Sun Lakes: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Sun Lakes?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Sun Lakes, AZ is CLEAR Counseling, LLC with an RP Score of 67/100. It has 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews. Amy E. Epp, LCSW (#2) and Purposeful Life Counseling, LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 129 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Sun Lakes?

RankedPsychologists ranks 129 family therapists serving Sun Lakes, AZ. 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 Sun Lakes work on weekends?

51 of 129 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 10 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Purposeful Life Counseling, LLC (#3), Arizona Family Therapy Group (#7) and Changing Lives Counseling (#8). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Sun Lakes family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 129 rated family therapists in Sun Lakes is 4.7★, with a median of 10 reviews. Sage Counseling Inc has the most, 620 reviews, and ranks #6. 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 Sun Lakes count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Sun Lakes 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 Sun Lakes 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 Sun Lakes

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 129 family therapists serving Sun Lakes.

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