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Best Child And Teen Therapists in Kinnelon, NJ (2026)

124 child and teen therapists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Kinnelon: Guardian Recovery - Montville Adolescent Center, RP Score 70/100; 4.8★ from 89 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 19

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Paramus, 141 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 124 ranked; ranked #19.

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

124 Kinnelon child and teen therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 48 open Saturdays and 29 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 124 rated practices.

Top 10 child and teen therapists in Kinnelon 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 child and teen therapists in Kinnelon at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Guardian Recovery - Montville Adolescent Center704.8★ (89)Lincoln Park, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Nivine T. Shenouda, PHD703.7★ (3)Oakland, 6 mi away——
3Rooted Rhythm Montclair Child Therapy and Parent Coaching665.0★ (7)Montclair, 15 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4NovaMind Adolescent Mental Health & Wellness New Jersey654.9★ (41)Dover, 12 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Birch Tree Psychology624.9★ (37)KinnelonSat · Evenings—
6Well Being Therapy Center614.8★ (22)KinnelonSun · Evenings—
7Bergen Psych615.0★ (6)River Edge, 18 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8Center for Children's Behavioral Health612.6★ (33)East Hanover, 9 mi away——
9The Missing Peace Wellness Center604.7★ (3)Hopatcong Hills, 20 mi away——
10Hanisch Counseling Services605.0★ (59)Lincoln Park, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 124 best child and teen therapists in Kinnelon, 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.

  2. #2 Nivine T. Shenouda, PHD

    Based in Oakland, 6 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    169 Ramapo Valley Rd Ste ML7, Oakland, NJ 07436
    View profile for Nivine T. Shenouda, PHD(201) 913-6779

  5. #5 Birch Tree Psychology

    Based in Kinnelon

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 37 Google reviews, based in Kinnelon.

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

    • 4.9★ from 37 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    498 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Pompton Plains, NJ 07444
    View profile for Birch Tree Psychology(973) 839-3060

  6. #6 Well Being Therapy Center

    Based in Kinnelon

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 22 Google reviews, based in Kinnelon.

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

    • 4.8★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    150 River Rd Bldg G, #4B, Montville, NJ 07045
    View profile for Well Being Therapy Center(973) 794-6888

  7. #7 Bergen Psych

    Based in River Edge, 18 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–8 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1060 Main St Ste 306-307, River Edge, NJ 07661
    View profile for Bergen Psych(973) 440-9788

  10. #10 Hanisch Counseling Services

    Based in Lincoln Park, 9 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 59 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 59 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–3 PM
    Address
    277 Fairfield Rd, Fairfield, NJ 07004
    View profile for Hanisch Counseling Services(973) 520-7829

  11. #11 Let’s Play Therapy

    Based in Wayne, 6 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    455 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Wayne, NJ 07470
    View profile for Let’s Play Therapy(973) 872-9000

  12. #12 Dr. Peter Berzins, PhD- New Jersey Clinical and Sports Psychologist

    Based in Kinnelon

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, based in Kinnelon.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    498 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Pompton Plains, NJ 07444
    View profile for Dr. Peter Berzins, PhD- New Jersey Clinical and Sports Psychologist(973) 839-3060

  14. #14 Eileen A. Dolan, M.D.

    Based in Paramus, 16 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 2.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    650 From Rd #430b, Paramus, NJ 07652
    View profile for Eileen A. Dolan, M.D.(551) 996-5555

  15. #15 Caring Cove

    Based in Florham Park, 18 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    Third Floor, 466 Southern Boulevard Jefferson Building, Chatham Township, NJ 07928
    View profile for Caring Cove(973) 370-9944

  17. #17 Richard Baumwoll, PHD

    Based in Westfield, 24 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    202 Mountain Ave A, Westfield, NJ 07090
    View profile for Richard Baumwoll, PHD(908) 233-7801

  18. #18 Ola Wellness

    Based in Wyckoff, 12 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–10 PM · Fri–Sun 8 AM–9 PM
    Address
    451 Baxter Ave, Wyckoff, NJ 07481
    View profile for Ola Wellness(201) 888-6151

  22. #22 YCS Helen May Strauss Clinic

    Based in Union City, 24 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychologist”, 4.8★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 11 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    711 32nd St #3, Union City, NJ 07087
    View profile for YCS Helen May Strauss Clinic(201) 865-7450

  24. #24 NJBH - affiliate of LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Parsippany

    Based in Parsippany, 10 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.3★ from 23 Google reviews
    Address
    1055 Parsippany Blvd #404, Parsippany, NJ 07054
    View profile for NJBH - affiliate of LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Parsippany(732) 982-2888

Child and teen 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 124 ranked child and teen therapists here; the rest are on their profiles.

child and teen therapists in Kinnelon, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Wellness Counseling545.0★ (15)15 mi
27Darian Psychology535.0★ (6)24 mi
28Mental Wellness Montclair535.0★ (11)15 mi
29purepsych LLC535.0★ (11)15 mi
30Greatest Moments Therapy534.9★ (29)13 mi
31Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Dumont534.8★ (113)20 mi
32Rise Up Counseling Center535.0★ (3)4 mi
33Lukin Center for Psychotherapy | Montclair534.7★ (6)14 mi
34Haessig Beth L535.0★ (3)9 mi
35Susan A. Grossbard, PSYD533.7★ (3)9 mi
36Ellie Mental Health525.0★ (3)10 mi
37MedPsych Behavioral Health524.4★ (21)13 mi
38Conscientia Health525.0★ (6)16 mi
39Mindspring Development Services LLC515.0★ (8)13 mi
40Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Newark514.7★ (102)22 mi
41Child Neuropsychology515.0★ (4)13 mi
42Laura Richardson, Ph.D.514.3★ (6)13 mi
43Behaved Brain Wellness Center514.7★ (10)13 mi
44Inspire Wellness, LLC513.7★ (6)13 mi
45Holistik Therapy515.0★ (21)17 mi
46TheraCorp Behavioral Health - Fairfield, NJ504.1★ (13)9 mi
47Family Psychiatry and Therapy504.7★ (10)10 mi
48MARS & VENUS Counseling Center - Bergen County505.0★ (9)19 mi
49Strides ABA Therapy In NY505.0★ (4)18 mi
50Thomas L. Dimitry, PHD505.0★ (3)13 mi

Also serving Kinnelon

20 more child and teen therapists within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked child and teen therapists serving Kinnelon
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Allan Dunkel, PhD3.0★ (2)In Kinnelon
Anna L. Olsen, LPC5.0★ (1)In Kinnelon
Birch Tree Psychology Center for Wellness5.0★ (1)In Kinnelon
Counseling SolutionsIn Kinnelon
Dell Counseling5.0★ (4)In Kinnelon
Eclectic Counseling Center5.0★ (1)In Kinnelon
Insightful Mind Counseling Services, LLC.In Kinnelon
Janocko Kathleen PHDIn Kinnelon
JCW, LLC5.0★ (6)In Kinnelon
Jennifer Holak LLC (Counseling and Therapy)5.0★ (18)In Kinnelon
Karen Glick, EdS, PsyA1.8★ (5)In Kinnelon
Kelly A. Dauenheimer, Therapist5.0★ (1)In Kinnelon
Lauren Roden LCSW PMH-C - Inner Path Counseling, LLC5.0★ (3)In Kinnelon
Looking Inward Counseling of KinnelonIn Kinnelon
North Jersey Axis Mental Health Group (formally Comprehensive Counseling)4.6★ (10)In Kinnelon
Parent Train4.6★ (20)In Kinnelon
Routes to Wellness5.0★ (2)In Kinnelon
Shannon Foster, LCSWIn Kinnelon
Wayne Psychological Group LLC4.0★ (1)In Kinnelon
Willow Lane Mental Health5.0★ (6)In Kinnelon

How we ranked Kinnelon child and teen therapists

We scored 124 Kinnelon child and teen 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 Kinnelon 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 child and teen therapist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure child and adolescent therapy is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Ask how much of the work is with the child alone and how much includes parents or caregivers.
  4. For ADHD, learning or autism assessments, ask who does the testing and whether a written report is included.
  5. 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.
  6. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  7. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask a child and teen 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 child and adolescent therapy?
  • How do you involve parents, and what do you keep confidential?
  • 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.

Child and teen therapists in Kinnelon: frequently asked questions

Who is the best child and teen therapist in Kinnelon?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked child and teen therapist in Kinnelon, NJ is Guardian Recovery - Montville Adolescent Center with an RP Score of 70/100. It has 4.8★ from 89 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Nivine T. Shenouda, PHD (#2) and Rooted Rhythm Montclair Child Therapy and Parent Coaching (#3) follow. We ranked 124 child and teen therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many child and teen therapists are there in Kinnelon?

RankedPsychologists ranks 124 child and teen therapists serving Kinnelon, NJ. 3 of them are based in Kinnelon; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 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 child and teen therapists in Kinnelon work on weekends?

48 of 124 ranked child and teen therapists post Saturday hours and 29 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Guardian Recovery - Montville Adolescent Center (#1), Rooted Rhythm Montclair Child Therapy and Parent Coaching (#3) and NovaMind Adolescent Mental Health & Wellness New Jersey (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Kinnelon child and teen therapists have?

The median Google rating among 124 rated child and teen therapists in Kinnelon is 4.8★, with a median of 8 reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Paramus has the most, 141 reviews, and ranks #19. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank child and teen therapists?

Each child and teen 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 child and teen therapists outside Kinnelon count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Kinnelon city center, our service radius for child and teen 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 child and teen 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 child and teen therapists in Kinnelon ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on child and adolescent therapy and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

Can a teenager start therapy without a parent?

It depends on where you live. The age at which a young person can agree to outpatient mental health care on their own differs between states and provinces. Ask the practice how it handles consent and what it shares with parents.

Can I see a child and teen 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 Kinnelon

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 124 child and teen therapists serving Kinnelon.

More child and teen therapists and Kinnelon pages