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Best Family Therapists in Wolf Trap, VA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Wolf Trap: Schrader Madelyn, RP Score 73/100; 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

  2. 49

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Alexandria, 290 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 263 ranked; ranked #49.

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

263 Wolf Trap family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 100 open Saturdays and 47 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 263 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in Wolf Trap 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 Wolf Trap at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Schrader Madelyn735.0★ (3)Reston, 3 mi away—Overall
2Arbor Center703.7★ (6)Fairfax, 6 mi away——
3E Barnett & Associates Comm Dev695.0★ (3)Greater Upper Marlboro, 7 mi away——
4David Benjamin, LCSW681.0★ (3)Vienna, 3 mi awaySat · Evenings—
5Amare Counseling and Education684.4★ (13)Arlington, 9 mi away——
6Impel675.0★ (8)Fairfax, 7 mi awaySat—
7Michael Borash LPC675.0★ (5)Buckhall, 6 mi awaySat—
8Marche Covington, MA, LMFT, Telehealth Teletherapy653.0★ (8)Idylwood, 5 mi awayEvenings—
9Retrouvaille of Northern Va653.7★ (3)Arlington, 11 mi away——
10Lindsey Hoskins & Associates, Couple & Family Therapy634.3★ (15)Sterling, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 263 best family therapists in Wolf Trap, 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 Wolf Trap

    #1 Schrader Madelyn

    Based in Reston, 3 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 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

  2. #2 Arbor Center

    Based in Fairfax, 6 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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

  4. #4 David Benjamin, LCSW

    Based in Vienna, 3 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 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

  6. #6 Impel

    Based in Fairfax, 7 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 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

  7. #7 Michael Borash LPC

    Based in Buckhall, 6 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 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

  12. #12 Virginia Family Counseling

    Based in Vienna, 3 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–9 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    410 Maple Ave W Ste 4, Vienna, VA 22180
    View profile for Virginia Family Counseling(703) 281-9313

  18. #18 Crossroads Family Counseling Center, LLC in Fairfax, VA

    Based in Fairfax, 6 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3611 Chain Bridge Rd Suites C & D, Fairfax, VA 22030
    View profile for Crossroads Family Counseling Center, LLC in Fairfax, VA(703) 380-9045

  19. #19 Gabriele Nicolet Parent Coaching

    Based in Washington, D.C., 14 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.8★ from 25 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    616 Aspen St NW, Washington, DC 20012
    View profile for Gabriele Nicolet Parent Coaching(202) 306-0505

  20. #20 Fairfax Therapy Group

    Based in Dranesville, 3 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, 3 mi from Wolf Trap.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    1765 Greensboro Station Pl 9th floor, Tysons, VA 22102
    View profile for Fairfax Therapy Group(703) 239-4511

  21. #21 Communicate & Connect Counseling

    Based in Fairfax, 6 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8:30 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–4 PM
    Address
    10300 Eaton Pl Ste 440, Fairfax, VA 22030
    View profile for Communicate & Connect Counseling(757) 269-9084

  22. #22 MRB Counseling Inc

    Based in Gaithersburg, 15 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.5★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    101 Chestnut St #110, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
    View profile for MRB Counseling Inc(301) 527-0854

  24. #24 Susan's Sleep Solutions

    Based in Accokeek, 9 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 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

  25. #25 Newport Academy

    Based in Great Falls, 7 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 7 AM–9 PM
    Address
    11740 Plantation Dr, Great Falls, VA 22066
    View profile for Newport Academy(703) 940-5718

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

family therapists in Wolf Trap, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Well Marriage Center - Fairfax584.8★ (76)7 mi
27Well Marriage Center - Reston574.7★ (17)5 mi
28Center for Healthy Families573.0★ (4)19 mi
29Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Arlington574.2★ (70)9 mi
30Cabush, Paul and Associates, PLLC575.0★ (3)6 mi
31Finding Solutions Counseling Centers574.9★ (32)7 mi
32Newport Academy573.8★ (12)7 mi
33Ellie Mental Health574.8★ (47)7 mi
34A Caring Approach564.8★ (24)3 mi
35LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Vienna564.3★ (86)2 mi
36Sunstone Counseling563.7★ (11)7 mi
37Olney Counseling564.2★ (35)19 mi
38Counseling on Call, LLC564.4★ (40)10 mi
39Active & Connected Family Therapy, Falls Church563.7★ (6)7 mi
40Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Bethesda564.6★ (56)11 mi
41Rose Wellness Counseling564.8★ (17)10 mi
42Gil Institute for Trauma Recovery and Education564.1★ (9)5 mi
43FamilyFirst Psychological Services554.7★ (15)3 mi
44Sarnosi Psychological Services, PLLC555.0★ (21)11 mi
45Thriveworks Psychiatry & Counseling Ashburn554.9★ (57)13 mi
46A Step Forward Counseling & Psychotherapy555.0★ (47)13 mi
47Embark Behavioral Health554.6★ (36)4 mi
48LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Reston554.4★ (88)4 mi
49Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Alexandria554.4★ (290)13 mi
50Ellie Mental Health554.6★ (11)6 mi

Also serving Wolf Trap

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 Wolf Trap
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Alexander Viglis, Counselor5.0★ (2)2 mi
Annunziata JaneIn Wolf Trap
Bridget Reiser, Counselor5.0★ (2)4 mi
Chris Johnson, Counselor5.0★ (2)4 mi
DMV Treatment Center5.0★ (2)3 mi
Elizabeth Lee, Counselor4.5★ (2)4 mi
Ellie Mental Health3.5★ (2)6 mi
Family Therapeutics Inc5.0★ (2)6 mi
Hope Robinson, Counselor5.0★ (2)10 mi
Jessica Echeverry, Counselor5.0★ (2)10 mi
Metropolitan Psychological Services, Tysons Corner, VA5.0★ (2)3 mi
Neda Hejazi, Therapy Clinician5.0★ (2)2 mi
Nicole McGarry & AssociatesIn Wolf Trap
Parenting Works5.0★ (2)10 mi
Playfully Resilient Counseling Center5.0★ (2)10 mi
Rheem, Clark & Associates, LLC5.0★ (2)6 mi
Sexton PhD, psychologist providing mental health therapy in Falls Church4.5★ (2)8 mi
Stephen Deddens, Counselor5.0★ (2)9 mi
Synergy Counseling, LLC5.0★ (2)6 mi
Young Family CoachingIn Wolf Trap

How we ranked Wolf Trap family therapists

We scored 263 Wolf Trap 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 Wolf Trap 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 Wolf Trap: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Wolf Trap?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Wolf Trap, VA is Schrader Madelyn with an RP Score of 73/100. It has 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews. Arbor Center (#2) and E Barnett & Associates Comm Dev (#3) follow. We ranked 263 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Wolf Trap?

RankedPsychologists ranks 263 family therapists serving Wolf Trap, VA. 1 of them is based in Wolf Trap; 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 Wolf Trap work on weekends?

100 of 263 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 47 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are David Benjamin, LCSW (#4), Impel (#6) and Michael Borash LPC (#7). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Wolf Trap family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 263 rated family therapists in Wolf Trap is 4.6★, with a median of 10 reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Alexandria has the most, 290 reviews, and ranks #49. 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 Wolf Trap count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Wolf Trap 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 Wolf Trap 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 Wolf Trap

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 263 family therapists serving Wolf Trap.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

More family therapists and Wolf Trap pages