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Best Family Therapists in Tavares, FL (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Tavares: Family Life Counseling Center, RP Score 62/100; 4.7★ from 46 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 12 PM.

  2. 12

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists The Villages, 398 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 39 ranked; ranked #12.

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

39 Tavares family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 9 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 39 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in Tavares 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 Tavares at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Family Life Counseling Center624.7★ (46)TavaresSat · EveningsOverall
2Milestone Counseling604.0★ (20)Clermont, 17 mi awaySat—
33 In One Health, Counseling and Wellness Practice595.0★ (44)Clermont, 17 mi awayEvenings—
4Dr. Edna M. Rodriguez, LMHC585.0★ (6)Alafaya, 20 mi awaySat · Evenings—
5Family Life Counseling Center LLC535.0★ (3)Eustis, 5 mi awayEvenings—
6Family Life Counseling Center524.8★ (76)Clermont, 17 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Hope Family Coaching515.0★ (8)Winter Garden, 19 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Recovery Solutions Health Group514.9★ (75)Lady Lake, 10 mi awayEvenings—
9Care For Pastors504.8★ (26)Leesburg, 10 mi away——
10Village Mind and Body Institute494.4★ (32)Lady Lake, 12 mi awayEvenings—

The 39 best family therapists in Tavares, 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. Based in Clermont, 17 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.0★ from 20 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    205 Hatteras Ave, Clermont, FL 34711
  2. 59/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 44 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 44 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 11 AM–7 PM · Thu 11 AM–8 PM · Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    290 Citrus Tower Blvd Ste 230, Clermont, FL 34711
  3. Based in Clermont, 17 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 76 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 76 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun 2 PM–6 PM
    Address
    210 N Hwy 27 #4, Clermont, FL 34711
  4. Based in Winter Garden, 19 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    161 S Boyd St Ste 120, Winter Garden, FL 34787
  5. Based in Leesburg, 10 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    1300 Citizens Blvd #390, Leesburg, FL 34748
  6. Based in Lady Lake, 12 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 11 AM–9 PM · Fri 1:30 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4436 Griffin View Dr, Lady Lake, FL 32159
  7. 48/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    Primary offices located on the Gateway Church campus, 15550 County Rd 565A, Clermont, FL 34711
  8. Based in The Villages, 17 mi away

    47/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 398 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 398 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1400 US-441 #553, The Villages, FL 32159
  9. Based in Lady Lake, 20 mi away

    47/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    526 S Main St, Wildwood, FL 34785
  10. Based in The Villages, 17 mi away

    46/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 87 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 87 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1400 US-441 Suite 553, The Villages, FL 32159
  11. Based in Winter Garden, 18 mi away

    46/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.2★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.2★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    410 N Dillard St #103, Winter Garden, FL 34787
  12. Based in Clermont, 18 mi away

    45/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 263 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 263 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    17011 FL-50 Ste 301, Clermont, FL 34711
  13. Based in Clermont, 18 mi away

    45/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 49 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 49 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    17011 FL-50 Ste 301, Clermont, FL 34711
  14. Based in The Villages, 17 mi away

    45/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1400 US-441 Suite 553, The Villages, FL 32159
  15. Based in Clermont, 18 mi away

    44/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    17011 FL-50 Ste 301, Clermont, FL 34711
  16. Based in The Villages, 17 mi away

    44/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 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–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1400 US-441 Suite 553, The Villages, FL 32159
  17. Based in Clermont, 18 mi away

    44/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    17011 FL-50 Ste 301, Clermont, FL 34711

All 39 family therapists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #39, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

family therapists in Tavares, ranks 26 to 39
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Daniel Ivey, Counselor443.7★ (3)15 mi
27Christine Rios, Counselor445.0★ (9)17 mi
28Lenea Carnes, Counselor445.0★ (8)17 mi
29Adriana Angulo, Counselor435.0★ (10)18 mi
30Charlie Fisette, Counselor434.7★ (13)18 mi
31Jocelyn Shelton, Counselor434.5★ (6)17 mi
32Dan Mawhinney, Counselor435.0★ (5)18 mi
33Nadja Quinones, Counselor425.0★ (4)18 mi
34Jenny Stabler, Counselor425.0★ (4)18 mi
35Inspirational Therapy424.8★ (20)20 mi
36Central Florida Psychological Consultants, Inc.424.0★ (28)18 mi
37Summit Mental Health Services - Ashlea E. Johnson, LCSW423.3★ (7)16 mi
38The Nurture Place415.0★ (5)19 mi
39Family Life Counseling Center415.0★ (4)19 mi

Also serving Tavares

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 Tavares
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Advanced Behavioral Health Center Tavares3.7★ (166)In Tavares
Blessed Behavioral & Health Services LLC5.0★ (3)In Tavares
Comprehensive Psychological & Assessment Services3.9★ (7)In Tavares
Cora McNeese Nelson Therapy, LLCIn Tavares
Counseling & Development Center2.4★ (9)In Tavares
Isaac B Deas II Consulting4.9★ (19)In Tavares
Jessica Elkareh, Counselor5.0★ (2)18 mi
KNR Therapy Orlando Clinic3.3★ (3)In Tavares
Manuel Alvarez, Psychologist5.0★ (2)17 mi
Melinda Sowka1.0★ (1)In Tavares
Mount Dora Family Counseling5.0★ (2)5 mi
One More Light Counseling & Wellness5.0★ (2)In Tavares
OPA Behavioral Health4.8★ (45)In Tavares
Pathways To Recovery Counseling4.6★ (10)In Tavares
Patricia Anns loving hands ABA Therapy5.0★ (2)In Tavares
Professional Counseling and CareIn Tavares
Ryon Maggie D1.0★ (1)3 mi
Sowka Psychotherapy & Consultation4.9★ (26)In Tavares
The Cove at Tavares Village4.3★ (40)In Tavares
Tobias Thomas L Med LMHCIn Tavares

How we ranked Tavares family therapists

We scored 39 Tavares 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 Tavares 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 Tavares: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Tavares?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Tavares, FL is Family Life Counseling Center with an RP Score of 62/100. It has 4.7★ from 46 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 12 PM. Milestone Counseling (#2) and 3 In One Health, Counseling and Wellness Practice (#3) follow. We ranked 39 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Tavares?

RankedPsychologists ranks 39 family therapists serving Tavares, FL. 1 of them is based in Tavares; 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 Tavares work on weekends?

9 of 39 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Family Life Counseling Center (#1), Milestone Counseling (#2) and Dr. Edna M. Rodriguez, LMHC (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Tavares family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 39 rated family therapists in Tavares is 4.8★, with a median of 16 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists The Villages has the most, 398 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 Tavares count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 39 family therapists serving Tavares.