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Best Family Therapists in Vanier, ON (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Vanier: Pinnacle Child and Family Therapy Center, RP Score 72/100; 5.0★ from 52 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 6 PM.

  2. 13

    Most-reviewed: Centre For Interpersonal Relationships - CFIR Ottawa, 43 Google reviews at 3.4★, the most of 45 ranked after Pinnacle Child and Family Therapy Center; ranked #13.

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45 Vanier family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 27 open Saturdays and 9 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 45 rated practices.

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

Top 10 family therapists in Vanier 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 Vanier at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Pinnacle Child and Family Therapy Center725.0★ (52)Clarence-Rockland, 12 km awaySat · EveningsOverall
2CFS Ottawa703.3★ (14)VanierEvenings—
3Phoenix Counselling Services685.0★ (4)Nepean, 14 km away——
4Harris Sherry Counselling Services683.7★ (6)Ottawa, 3 km away——
5Azadeh Family counseling675.0★ (4)Ottawa, 4 km awayEvenings—
6C&C Counselling Services675.0★ (5)Ottawa, 5 km awayEvenings—
7OCFI642.6★ (10)Ottawa, 10 km away——
8Christiane J Lessard R M F T634.0★ (4)Kanata, 22 km away——
9Dastany Psychotherapy & Wellness Clinic625.0★ (32)Ottawa, 9 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Capital Choice Counselling624.0★ (16)Ottawa, 4 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 45 best family therapists in Vanier, 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 Vanier

    #1 Pinnacle Child and Family Therapy Center

    Based in Clarence-Rockland, 12 km away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 52 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 52 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–8 PM · Sat 11 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2788 St Joseph Blvd, Orléans, ON K1C 1G5
    View profile for Pinnacle Child and Family Therapy Center(613) 218-0308

  2. #2 CFS Ottawa

    Based in Vanier

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.3★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    310 Olmstead St, Vanier, ON K1L 7K3
    View profile for CFS Ottawa(613) 233-8478

  5. #5 Azadeh Family counseling

    Based in Ottawa, 4 km away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–6:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    563 Gladstone Ave, Ottawa, ON K1R 5P2
    View profile for Azadeh Family counseling(613) 302-9738

  6. #6 C&C Counselling Services

    Based in Ottawa, 5 km away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 12 PM–8 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    18 Louisa St, Ottawa, ON K1R 6Y6
    View profile for C&C Counselling Services(613) 355-9300

  7. #7 OCFI

    Based in Ottawa, 10 km away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 2.6★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.6★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1869 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON K2A 1E6
    View profile for OCFI(613) 722-5122

  15. #15 Another Path Psychotherapy - Centretown Therapy

    Based in Ottawa, 4 km away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, 4 km from Vanier.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–9 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    428 Gilmour St, Ottawa, ON K2P 0R8
    View profile for Another Path Psychotherapy - Centretown Therapy(343) 313-1250

  18. #18 Glebe Psychotherapy

    Based in Ottawa, 5 km away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, 5 km from Vanier.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    100 Fourth Ave unit 20, Ottawa, ON K1S 2L2
    View profile for Glebe Psychotherapy(819) 712-8405

  21. #21 WESTBORO PSYCHOLOGY | Ottawa Boutique Therapy est. 2015 | Experienced Psychotherapists

    Based in Ottawa, 9 km away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    385 Danforth Ave, Ottawa, ON K2A 0E1
    View profile for WESTBORO PSYCHOLOGY | Ottawa Boutique Therapy est. 2015 | Experienced Psychotherapists(613) 563-4492

  22. #22 Four Wings Psychology

    Based in Nepean, 13 km away

    56/100RP Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–8 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    117 Centrepointe Dr Unit 270, Nepean, ON K2G 5X3
    View profile for Four Wings Psychology(613) 435-3344

  24. #24 ABC Pediatric Therapies

    Based in Fallingbrook, 13 km away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.2★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 4.2★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3095 St Joseph Blvd Ste 201-202, Orléans, ON K1E 3W6
    View profile for ABC Pediatric Therapies(613) 834-2229

  25. #25 Counselling Connect

    Based in Ottawa, 21 km away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.4★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 3.4★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    View profile for Counselling Connect(613) 755-2277

How we ranked Vanier family therapists

We scored 45 Vanier 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 Vanier 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 Vanier: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Vanier?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Vanier, ON is Pinnacle Child and Family Therapy Center with an RP Score of 72/100. It has 5.0★ from 52 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 6 PM. CFS Ottawa (#2) and Phoenix Counselling Services (#3) follow. We ranked 45 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Vanier?

RankedPsychologists ranks 45 family therapists serving Vanier, ON. 1 of them is based in Vanier; the rest serve it from nearby towns. 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 Vanier work on weekends?

27 of 45 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 9 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Pinnacle Child and Family Therapy Center (#1), Dastany Psychotherapy & Wellness Clinic (#9) and Capital Choice Counselling (#10). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Vanier family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 45 rated family therapists in Vanier is 4.7★, with a median of 9 reviews. Pinnacle Child and Family Therapy Center has the most, 52 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 Vanier count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 32 km of the Vanier city centre, 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 Vanier 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 Vanier

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 45 family therapists serving Vanier.

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