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Best Family Therapists in Virginia Beach, VA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Virginia Beach: Leave Your Mark Counseling and Performance Coaching, RP Score 79/100; 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews.

  2. 18

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Virginia Beach, 298 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 86 ranked; ranked #18.

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

86 Virginia Beach family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 11 open Saturdays and 9 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 86 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Leave Your Mark Counseling and Performance Coaching795.0★ (20)Virginia Beach—Overall
2Baldwin Counseling723.9★ (17)Virginia BeachSat · Evenings—
3Holistic Care Counseling & Consulting715.0★ (3)Virginia BeachSat · Evenings—
4Brightstar Counseling Services, PLLC694.2★ (10)Virginia Beach——
5Seven Summits Family Services LLC672.7★ (10)Virginia Beach——
6Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Virginia Beach664.6★ (186)Virginia BeachSat · Sun · Evenings—
7Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Virginia Beach644.2★ (236)Virginia BeachSat · Sun · Evenings—
8Passionately Living LLC644.9★ (29)Virginia BeachSat · Sun—
9Communicate & Connect Counseling644.8★ (29)Virginia BeachSat · Sun · Evenings—
10Healing Connection: Couples and Family Therapy Center, LLC (Services in English and Spanish)635.0★ (4)Chesapeake, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 86 best family therapists in Virginia Beach, 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 Virginia Beach

    #1 Leave Your Mark Counseling and Performance Coaching

    Based in Virginia Beach

    79/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    762 Independence Blvd Suite 786, Virginia Beach, VA 23455
    View profile for Leave Your Mark Counseling and Performance Coaching(757) 493-1514
    In their words

    I could not have asked for a better and more accepting therapist.

    From Leave Your Mark Counseling and Performance Coaching's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  2. #2 Baldwin Counseling

    Based in Virginia Beach

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.9★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–8:30 PM · Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1492 S Independence Blvd #104, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
    View profile for Baldwin Counseling(757) 340-0275

  3. #3 Holistic Care Counseling & Consulting

    Based in Virginia Beach

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 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 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2697 International Pkwy Bldg 1, Suite 100, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
    View profile for Holistic Care Counseling & Consulting(757) 452-4946

  10. #10 Healing Connection: Couples and Family Therapy Center, LLC (Services in English and Spanish)

    Based in Chesapeake, 4 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 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–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    View profile for Healing Connection: Couples and Family Therapy Center, LLC (Services in English and Spanish)(757) 994-6427

  12. #12 The Fountain Within Co

    Based in Chesapeake, 15 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.9★ from 259 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 259 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    860 Greenbrier Cir Ste 411, Chesapeake, VA 23320
    View profile for The Fountain Within Co(757) 483-2580

  14. #14 Tara Inman, Counselor

    Based in Virginia Beach

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, based in Virginia Beach.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    780 Lynnhaven Pkwy Suites 110 & 340, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
    View profile for Tara Inman, Counselor(757) 301-8747

  18. #18 LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Virginia Beach

    Based in Virginia Beach

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.5★ from 298 Google reviews, based in Virginia Beach.

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

    • 4.5★ from 298 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    780 Lynnhaven Pkwy Suites 110 & 340, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
    View profile for LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Virginia Beach(757) 301-8747

  19. #19 Susan A. Dempsey, LCSW

    Based in Virginia Beach

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, based in Virginia Beach.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    921 First Colonial Rd Ste 1711, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
    View profile for Susan A. Dempsey, LCSW(757) 428-7500

  20. #20 LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Virginia Beach

    Based in Virginia Beach

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.3★ from 251 Google reviews, based in Virginia Beach.

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

    • 4.3★ from 251 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    575 Lynnhaven Pkwy Suite 305, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
    View profile for LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Virginia Beach(948) 212-3289

  21. #21 Frinette Checo, Psychiatrist

    Based in Virginia Beach

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 38 Google reviews, based in Virginia Beach.

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

    • 4.9★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    575 Lynnhaven Pkwy Suite 305, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
    View profile for Frinette Checo, Psychiatrist(948) 212-3289

  22. #22 Life Compass Therapy

    Based in Virginia Beach

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 40 Google reviews, based in Virginia Beach.

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

    • 4.8★ from 40 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5226 Indian River Rd Ste 100, Virginia Beach, VA 23464
    View profile for Life Compass Therapy(757) 943-9555

  24. #24 Arun Paul, Psychiatrist

    Based in Virginia Beach

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.5★ from 33 Google reviews, based in Virginia Beach.

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

    • 4.5★ from 33 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    575 Lynnhaven Pkwy Suite 305, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
    View profile for Arun Paul, Psychiatrist(948) 212-3289

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

family therapists in Virginia Beach, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Pastor's Heart564.9★ (9)In Virginia Beach
27Frank Bond, Counselor565.0★ (10)In Virginia Beach
28Raymond Taylor, Counselor565.0★ (10)In Virginia Beach
29Tanya Talley, Counselor564.8★ (11)In Virginia Beach
30Cynthia Givens, Counselor565.0★ (8)In Virginia Beach
31Kathleen Miner, Counselor565.0★ (8)In Virginia Beach
32HopeWell Equipping and Counseling Center564.3★ (17)In Virginia Beach
33Life Healing Therapy, LLC & Neurotherapy565.0★ (3)16 mi
34Lighthouse Counseling and Psychotherapy LLC564.2★ (41)In Virginia Beach
35Paula Williams, Counselor565.0★ (7)In Virginia Beach
36First Colonial Psychotherapy Services564.2★ (15)In Virginia Beach
37Khaleelah Ishmael Pope, NP565.0★ (6)In Virginia Beach
38Virginia Beach Christian Counseling554.0★ (4)In Virginia Beach
39Sherrial Swiney, Counselor555.0★ (4)In Virginia Beach
40Beth D'Arrissi, Counselor555.0★ (4)In Virginia Beach
41Jaquana Smith, Counselor555.0★ (4)In Virginia Beach
42Katelyn Cuthbert, Counselor555.0★ (4)In Virginia Beach
43Drs. Bryan & Nan McDonald553.9★ (9)In Virginia Beach
44Dr Candice Cook554.6★ (5)In Virginia Beach
45David Flynn, Counselor555.0★ (3)In Virginia Beach
46Maggie Davis, Counselor555.0★ (3)In Virginia Beach
47Mariah Bainbridge, Counselor554.0★ (4)In Virginia Beach
48Beach Counseling Center553.5★ (120)In Virginia Beach
49Visions of Tomorrow, Inc542.3★ (3)In Virginia Beach
50RDH Counseling and Consulting545.0★ (3)In Virginia Beach

Also serving Virginia Beach

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 Virginia Beach
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Beach Therapy & Consulting3.1★ (31)In Virginia Beach
Center For Seeking Peace, PLLC3.9★ (64)In Virginia Beach
Cova Counseling and Mediation4.3★ (30)In Virginia Beach
David w Reid MD PC4.0★ (20)In Virginia Beach
Dr. Laura F. Dabney, MD - Virginia Beach3.8★ (58)In Virginia Beach
Fairfield Psychological Associates3.9★ (245)In Virginia Beach
Golden Steps ABA | Autism Therapy Center | Virginia Beach4.1★ (17)In Virginia Beach
Healing Fountain4.7★ (28)In Virginia Beach
Holistic Life App4.3★ (114)In Virginia Beach
Inspiration Health4.6★ (40)In Virginia Beach
Janiya T Phillips, MS, LPC, Stillness Counseling Center4.9★ (47)In Virginia Beach
Matthew Sachs, M.D. - TelePsychiatrist, ADHD Trained - Diagnosis and Treatment All-In-One, Ages 6+, VA & NC residents4.6★ (247)In Virginia Beach
Mind Over Matter Therapy3.6★ (25)In Virginia Beach
Quest Psychological and Counseling Services3.9★ (22)In Virginia Beach
Seaside Behavioral Health3.1★ (85)In Virginia Beach
Sentara Behavioral Health Specialists3.1★ (25)In Virginia Beach
Spectrum Psychological Services3.0★ (28)In Virginia Beach
Transformation Health Services-VA Beach4.6★ (169)In Virginia Beach
Turning Point Counseling and Consulting3.9★ (31)In Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center3.0★ (179)In Virginia Beach

How we ranked Virginia Beach family therapists

We scored 86 Virginia Beach 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 13, 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 Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Virginia Beach?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Virginia Beach, VA is Leave Your Mark Counseling and Performance Coaching with an RP Score of 79/100. It has 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews. Baldwin Counseling (#2) and Holistic Care Counseling & Consulting (#3) follow. We ranked 86 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 13, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Virginia Beach?

RankedPsychologists ranks 86 family therapists serving Virginia Beach, VA. 46 of them are based in Virginia Beach; 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 Virginia Beach work on weekends?

11 of 86 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 9 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Baldwin Counseling (#2), Holistic Care Counseling & Consulting (#3) and Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Virginia Beach (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Virginia Beach family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 86 rated family therapists in Virginia Beach is 4.8★, with a median of 10 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Virginia Beach has the most, 298 reviews, and ranks #18. 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 Virginia Beach count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 86 family therapists serving Virginia Beach.

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