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Best Family Therapists in Washington, D.C., DC (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Washington, D.C.: Amare Counseling and Education, RP Score 72/100; 4.4★ from 13 Google reviews.

  2. 39

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Alexandria, 290 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 222 ranked; ranked #39.

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

222 Washington, D.C. family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 90 open Saturdays and 40 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 222 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Amare Counseling and Education724.4★ (13)Arlington, 5 mi away—Overall
2Retrouvaille of Northern Va723.7★ (3)Arlington, 3 mi away——
3Gabriele Nicolet Parent Coaching714.8★ (25)Washington, D.C.——
4Lindsey Hoskins & Associates, Couple & Family Therapy654.4★ (21)Bethesda, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Center for Healthy Families653.0★ (4)College Park, 8 mi awaySat · Evenings—
6SMR Counseling Services, LLC654.4★ (60)Calverton, 12 mi awaySat · Evenings—
7Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Washington, D.C.644.4★ (37)Washington, D.C.Sat · Sun · Evenings—
8Family Therapy Center of Bethesda645.0★ (5)Bethesda, 9 mi awayEvenings—
9Counseling Center Group of Washington, DC635.0★ (10)Washington, D.C.Sat · Sun—
10Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Washington, D.C.634.3★ (19)Washington, D.C.Sat · Sun · Evenings—

The 222 best family therapists in Washington, D.C., 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.

  5. #5 Center for Healthy Families

    Based in College Park, 8 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4200 Valley Dr #0142, College Park, MD 20740
    View profile for Center for Healthy Families(301) 405-2273

  6. #6 SMR Counseling Services, LLC

    Based in Calverton, 12 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.4★ from 60 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 60 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–8 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    11785 Beltsville Dr #120, Calverton, MD 20705
    View profile for SMR Counseling Services, LLC(240) 389-1487

  12. #12 David Benjamin, LCSW

    Based in Vienna, 11 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 1.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 PM–12 AM · Sat 12 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    8296 Old Courthouse Rd Ste C, Vienna, VA 22182
    View profile for David Benjamin, LCSW(240) 731-5935

  13. #13 New Era Recovery and Behavioral Health LLC - Mental Health Clinic

    Based in Washington, D.C.

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 83 Google reviews, based in Washington, D.C..

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

    • 4.8★ from 83 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1818 New York Ave NE Ste 233, Washington, DC 20002
    View profile for New Era Recovery and Behavioral Health LLC - Mental Health Clinic(202) 733-1240

  14. #14 CapitolHill Consortium for Counseling & Consultation LLC (CCCC)

    Based in Washington, D.C.

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.4★ from 189 Google reviews, based in Washington, D.C..

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

    • 4.4★ from 189 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    650 Pennsylvania Ave. SE #440, Washington, DC 20003
    View profile for CapitolHill Consortium for Counseling & Consultation LLC (CCCC)(202) 544-5440

  15. #15 Arbor Center

    Based in Fairfax, 15 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    10400 Eaton Pl #420, Fairfax, VA 22030
    View profile for Arbor Center(703) 352-8900

  18. #18 Impel

    Based in Fairfax, 14 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat 11 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4005 Roberts Rd, Fairfax, VA 22032
    View profile for Impel(202) 644-6812

  19. #19 Susan's Sleep Solutions

    Based in Accokeek, 5 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 48 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 48 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–3 PM · Sun 12 PM–3 PM
    View profile for Susan's Sleep Solutions(571) 348-3652

  21. #21 Michael Borash LPC

    Based in Buckhall, 15 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 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 closed · Tue–Sat 10 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    View profile for Michael Borash LPC(571) 243-3000

  22. #22 Schrader Madelyn

    Based in Reston, 16 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 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
    11250 Roger Bacon Dr Ste 17, Reston, VA 20190
    View profile for Schrader Madelyn(703) 402-3527

  24. #24 Sarnosi Psychological Services, PLLC

    Based in Arlington, 5 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 5:30 PM–8 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–8 PM · Thu 5:30 PM–8 PM · Fri 5:30 PM–8:30 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    5353 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA 22204
    View profile for Sarnosi Psychological Services, PLLC(571) 666-1452

  25. #25 Crone Esquivel Group LLC

    Based in Washington, D.C.

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, based in Washington, D.C..

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 7 AM–9 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri 7 AM–9 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1638 R St NW, Washington, DC 20009
    View profile for Crone Esquivel Group LLC(202) 618-0744

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

family therapists in Washington, D.C., ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26E Barnett & Associates Comm Dev605.0★ (3)18 mi
27Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Arlington594.2★ (70)5 mi
28Axon ADHD595.0★ (78)2 mi
29Imani Consulting593.5★ (14)17 mi
30Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry McLean594.7★ (120)8 mi
31Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Bethesda594.6★ (56)7 mi
32Moving Forward, PLC — Dr. Michele Cole, PhD, LCSW594.8★ (24)6 mi
33Counseling of Alexandria, LLC584.4★ (14)6 mi
34Active & Connected Family Therapy585.0★ (4)5 mi
35Kennedy Counseling Collective584.5★ (16)In Washington, D.C.
36Counseling Center Group584.9★ (43)2 mi
37Kindred Tree Healing Center585.0★ (3)5 mi
38Paul B. Sheesley, MA, LPC, LCPC, LCADC585.0★ (15)In Washington, D.C.
39Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Alexandria584.4★ (290)10 mi
40A Caring Approach585.0★ (10)In Washington, D.C.
41Metropolitan Psychological Services PLLC585.0★ (6)3 mi
42Aligned Family Therapy585.0★ (11)6 mi
43Olney Counseling574.2★ (35)18 mi
44Better Together Family Therapy575.0★ (3)10 mi
45Dr. Dawn Johnson and Assoc. Psychotherapy574.3★ (6)In Washington, D.C.
46Jason M Goldberg LCSW-C LLC574.2★ (10)7 mi
47Lifebulb574.6★ (64)10 mi
48Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Silver Spring564.5★ (56)10 mi
49Social Grace564.9★ (38)3 mi
50The Mind Center564.5★ (8)In Washington, D.C.

Also serving Washington, D.C.

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 Washington, D.C.
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Compass Rose Counseling & Consultation, LLC5.0★ (26)In Washington, D.C.
DC Talk Therapy4.9★ (39)In Washington, D.C.
DMV Psychiatric Wellness4.6★ (87)In Washington, D.C.
Dr. Rama Prayaga, MD4.5★ (179)In Washington, D.C.
Dr. Smita H. Patel, MD3.4★ (51)In Washington, D.C.
GW Center for Integrative Medicine4.9★ (81)In Washington, D.C.
Hannah Braunstein, LICSW5.0★ (29)In Washington, D.C.
Hillcrest Children and Family Center3.1★ (22)In Washington, D.C.
Inner City Family Services4.2★ (32)In Washington, D.C.
Jim Weinstein, MBA | Life and Career Counselor4.7★ (34)In Washington, D.C.
Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health4.0★ (44)In Washington, D.C.
New Town Wellness5.0★ (27)In Washington, D.C.
Rock Creek Therapy - In-person and Online Psychotherapy4.7★ (29)In Washington, D.C.
The Sterling Group4.8★ (43)In Washington, D.C.
The Viva Center4.3★ (23)In Washington, D.C.
The Voz Institute | El Instituto Voz5.0★ (75)In Washington, D.C.
The Washington, DC Center for Neurocognitive Excellence LLC4.2★ (21)In Washington, D.C.
Triumph Pediatrics4.9★ (158)In Washington, D.C.
Washington Nutrition & Counseling Group3.8★ (230)In Washington, D.C.
Whitman-Walker at LIZ3.2★ (21)In Washington, D.C.

How we ranked Washington, D.C. family therapists

We scored 222 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Washington, D.C.?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Washington, D.C., DC is Amare Counseling and Education with an RP Score of 72/100. It has 4.4★ from 13 Google reviews. Retrouvaille of Northern Va (#2) and Gabriele Nicolet Parent Coaching (#3) follow. We ranked 222 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Washington, D.C.?

RankedPsychologists ranks 222 family therapists serving Washington, D.C., DC. 15 of them are based in Washington, D.C.; 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 Washington, D.C. work on weekends?

90 of 222 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 40 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Lindsey Hoskins & Associates, Couple & Family Therapy (#4), Center for Healthy Families (#5) and SMR Counseling Services, LLC (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Washington, D.C. family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 222 rated family therapists in Washington, D.C. is 4.7★, with a median of 10 reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Alexandria has the most, 290 reviews, and ranks #39. 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 Washington, D.C. count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 222 family therapists serving Washington, D.C..
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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