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Best Family Therapists in West Palm Beach, FL (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in West Palm Beach: Highridge Family Center, RP Score 78/100; 3.2★ from 29 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 7

    Most-reviewed: Olympic Behavioral Health, 182 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 77 ranked; ranked #7.

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

77 West Palm Beach family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 32 open Saturdays and 15 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 77 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in West Palm 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 West Palm Beach at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Highridge Family Center783.2★ (29)West Palm BeachSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry West Palm Beach664.5★ (144)West Palm BeachSat · Sun · Evenings—
3Susan J Christiansen Ph.D., LMFT - Marriage and Family Therapist644.7★ (27)West Palm Beach——
4Counseling Center for Growth & Recovery | Therapist in Delray Beach, FL645.0★ (30)Delray Beach, 19 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Gail D. Guillory, LCSW644.2★ (10)Jupiter, 13 mi awaySat · Evenings—
6Banyan Group Counseling633.3★ (13)Greenacres City, 9 mi awayEvenings—
7Olympic Behavioral Health634.8★ (182)Lantana, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
8Adaptive Mind Therapy | West Palm Beach Therapist625.0★ (22)West Palm BeachEvenings—
9Bradley Van Hoek624.5★ (8)West Palm Beach——
10Bungalow Counseling625.0★ (13)West Palm BeachSat · Evenings—

The 77 best family therapists in West Palm 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 West Palm Beach

    #1 Highridge Family Center

    Based in West Palm Beach

    78/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.2★ from 29 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.2★ from 29 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    4200 N Australian Ave #3622, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
    View profile for Highridge Family Center(561) 625-2540

  3. #3 Susan J Christiansen Ph.D., LMFT - Marriage and Family Therapist

    Based in West Palm Beach

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1555 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd #405, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
    View profile for Susan J Christiansen Ph.D., LMFT - Marriage and Family Therapist(561) 688-8787

  4. #4 Counseling Center for Growth & Recovery | Therapist in Delray Beach, FL

    Based in Delray Beach, 19 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–8 PM
    Address
    100 E Linton Blvd #202B, Delray Beach, FL 33483
    View profile for Counseling Center for Growth & Recovery | Therapist in Delray Beach, FL(561) 404-1482

  5. #5 Gail D. Guillory, LCSW

    Based in Jupiter, 13 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–7 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4425 Military Trail STE 203, Jupiter, FL 33458
    View profile for Gail D. Guillory, LCSW(561) 747-2775

  6. #6 Banyan Group Counseling

    Based in Greenacres City, 9 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.3★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3898 Via Poinciana Ste 13, Greenacres, FL 33467
    View profile for Banyan Group Counseling(561) 967-2566

  7. #7 Olympic Behavioral Health

    Based in Lantana, 9 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 182 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 182 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    3618 Lantana Rd #200, Lantana, FL 33462
    View profile for Olympic Behavioral Health(561) 559-6559

  9. #9 Bradley Van Hoek

    Based in West Palm Beach

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews, based in West Palm Beach.

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

    • 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    205 Worth Ave #307c, Palm Beach, FL 33480
    View profile for Bradley Van Hoek(561) 281-1693

  10. #10 Bungalow Counseling

    Based in West Palm Beach

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, based in West Palm Beach.

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

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1300 S Olive Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
    View profile for Bungalow Counseling(561) 203-5518

  13. #13 West Broward Counseling Center

    Based in Greenacres City, 12 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    6586 Hypoluxo Rd #179, Greenacres, FL 33467
    View profile for West Broward Counseling Center(954) 358-5788

  17. #17 Ellie Mental Health

    Based in Boynton Beach, 6 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun 10 AM–2 PM
    Address
    2290 10th Ave N Ste 601, Lake Worth Beach, FL 33461
    View profile for Ellie Mental Health(561) 823-3178

  18. #18 Ellie Mental Health

    Based in Palm Beach Gardens, 7 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun 10 AM–2 PM
    Address
    8895 N Military Trl Ste 202B, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
    View profile for Ellie Mental Health(561) 556-4544

  20. #20 Curated Therapy Collective

    Based in West Palm Beach

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, based in West Palm Beach.

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

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    500 S Australian Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
    View profile for Curated Therapy Collective(561) 221-2712

  21. #21 The Alithia Project

    Based in Riviera Beach, 1 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, 1 mi from West Palm Beach.

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

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    101 Bradley Pl #211B, Palm Beach, FL 33480
    View profile for The Alithia Project(561) 989-4307

  22. #22 Delray Beach Counseling Mindy Parsons, PhD, LMHC, RPT-S, NCC, CCMHC

    Based in Delray Beach, 16 mi away

    58/100RP 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 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 10 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2645 N Federal Hwy Ste 230, Delray Beach, FL 33483
    View profile for Delray Beach Counseling Mindy Parsons, PhD, LMHC, RPT-S, NCC, CCMHC(561) 542-0708

  25. #25 THE FAMILY PSYCHOLOGIST

    Based in West Palm Beach

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, based in West Palm Beach.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    2101 Vista Pkwy Unit 202, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
    View profile for THE FAMILY PSYCHOLOGIST(561) 701-3159

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

family therapists in West Palm Beach, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Stern Barbara F. Ph.D.575.0★ (3)In West Palm Beach
27ChildGarden Center574.5★ (26)6 mi
28Soul Ambition Counseling575.0★ (4)8 mi
29Family Counseling Associates Inc564.2★ (34)13 mi
30Juno Counseling And Wellness564.9★ (50)9 mi
31Limitless Potentials: Jupiter Therapist & Counseling, Kathy Shafer Ph.D554.8★ (20)15 mi
32Reflections Creative Therapies Group Boynton Beach554.7★ (42)13 mi
33Soul Ambition Counseling554.3★ (49)12 mi
34Nurture Health Therapy Group Jupiter Counseling555.0★ (14)12 mi
35POSITIVE START COUNSELING SERVICES, INC555.0★ (4)11 mi
36Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Boynton Beach544.7★ (74)15 mi
37Julie Akers LCSW544.2★ (5)8 mi
38Gateway Counseling Center544.8★ (37)12 mi
39Psychiatry of the Palm Beaches Gardens, FL534.8★ (125)9 mi
40Ingram & Associates534.2★ (33)11 mi
41SoulSpring Counseling Inc.524.6★ (11)7 mi
42Ricci Psychology Partners524.9★ (50)14 mi
43Sunshine for the Soul Counseling LLC525.0★ (4)11 mi
44Paz Mental Health525.0★ (7)15 mi
45Psychiatry of the Palm Beaches Royal Palm Beach, FL524.7★ (59)10 mi
46Marriage & Family Services Delray Beach524.5★ (23)19 mi
47Anchored by the Waves525.0★ (3)7 mi
48New Reflections Counseling P.A.514.2★ (76)9 mi
49Oceanside Private Practice, LLC514.3★ (4)7 mi
50Behavior Shapes515.0★ (8)8 mi

Also serving West Palm 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 West Palm Beach
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Amity Palm Beach4.8★ (79)In West Palm Beach
Aspen Behavioral Health4.7★ (133)In West Palm Beach
Beachway Therapy Center4.6★ (295)In West Palm Beach
Daylight Recovery Center4.7★ (350)In West Palm Beach
Flagler Health and Wellness4.2★ (104)In West Palm Beach
Hanley Center4.3★ (78)In West Palm Beach
Harmony United Psychiatric care - West Palm Beach5.0★ (34)In West Palm Beach
Mindfree Therapy Center4.1★ (51)In West Palm Beach
Multilingual Psychotherapy Centers, Inc4.6★ (927)In West Palm Beach
NovaLuna Mental Health5.0★ (190)In West Palm Beach
Palm Beach Recovery Centers4.6★ (188)In West Palm Beach
Refresh Psychiatry and Therapy - West Palm4.9★ (29)In West Palm Beach
RenaSer ABA Therapy4.9★ (80)In West Palm Beach
Reprieve Recovery | Florida Addiction & Mental Health Treatment4.9★ (156)In West Palm Beach
Resilience Recovery Resources LLC4.8★ (160)In West Palm Beach
Seaside Wellness of Palm Beach4.7★ (86)In West Palm Beach
The Palm Beach Institute4.7★ (139)In West Palm Beach
URP Behavioral Health4.5★ (40)In West Palm Beach
ViaMar Health4.6★ (160)In West Palm Beach
We Level Up Palm Beach FL4.4★ (218)In West Palm Beach

How we ranked West Palm Beach family therapists

We scored 77 West Palm 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 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 West Palm 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 West Palm Beach: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in West Palm Beach?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in West Palm Beach, FL is Highridge Family Center with an RP Score of 78/100. It has 3.2★ from 29 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry West Palm Beach (#2) and Susan J Christiansen Ph.D., LMFT - Marriage and Family Therapist (#3) follow. We ranked 77 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in West Palm Beach?

RankedPsychologists ranks 77 family therapists serving West Palm Beach, FL. 14 of them are based in West Palm 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 West Palm Beach work on weekends?

32 of 77 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 15 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Highridge Family Center (#1), Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry West Palm Beach (#2) and Counseling Center for Growth & Recovery | Therapist in Delray Beach, FL (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do West Palm Beach family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 77 rated family therapists in West Palm Beach is 4.8★, with a median of 14 reviews. Olympic Behavioral Health has the most, 182 reviews, and ranks #7. 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 West Palm Beach count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the West Palm 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 West Palm 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 West Palm Beach

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 77 family therapists serving West Palm Beach.

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