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Best Clinical Social Workers in Mercerville-Hamilton Square, NJ (2026)

243 clinical social workers ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Mercerville-Hamilton Square: Irina Stuchinsky, RP Score 67/100; 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

  2. 48

    Most-reviewed: The Recovery Team - New Jersey, 88 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 243 ranked; ranked #48.

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

243 Mercerville-Hamilton Square clinical social workers are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 81 open Saturdays and 46 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 243 rated practices.

Top 10 clinical social workers in Mercerville-Hamilton Square 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 clinical social workers in Mercerville-Hamilton Square at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Irina Stuchinsky675.0★ (4)West Freehold, 19 mi away—Overall
2Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey663.8★ (24)Toms River, 31 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Edward M. Silver, MSW654.4★ (16)Vincentown, 24 mi away——
4Vidas en Alto Mental Health Services - Yudy A. Cid, LCSW655.0★ (48)Lodi, 11 mi away——
5Bloom and Thrive Counseling and Wellness, Stacey Lear,LCSW635.0★ (6)Vineland, 11 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Ford Brian623.7★ (3)Metuchen, 27 mi away——
7Sonnheim Counseling Services623.7★ (3)Maple Shade, 27 mi away——
8THRIVE Behavioral Health & Consulting, LLC624.0★ (4)Willingboro, 17 mi awayEvenings—
9Carlos R. Martinez, LCSW623.0★ (3)Perth Amboy, 29 mi away——
10Jennifer Vazquez, LCSW615.0★ (3)Ewing, 4 mi awaySat · Evenings—

The 243 best clinical social workers in Mercerville-Hamilton Square, 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 Mercerville-Hamilton Square

    Based in West Freehold, 19 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    495 Iron Bridge Rd Ste 12, Freehold Township, NJ 077285306
  2. Based in Vincentown, 24 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 4.4★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 16 Google reviews
    Address
    13 Chester Ave, Medford, NJ 08055
  3. Based in Metuchen, 27 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 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
    35 Amboy Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840
  4. Based in Perth Amboy, 29 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 3.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    132 Market St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
  5. Based in Ewing, 4 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 11 AM–8 PM · Wed 5 PM–8 PM · Thu 11 AM–8 PM · Fri closed · Sat 10 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3131 Princeton Pike Ste 4-200, Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
  6. Based in Staten Island, 33 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    416 Crown Ave, Staten Island, NY 10312
  7. Based in Red Bank, 33 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    43 W Front St #11, Red Bank, NJ 07701
  8. 59/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–8 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri closed · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    501 Iron Bridge Rd Ste 15, Freehold Township, NJ 07728
  9. 59/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–8 PM · Tue 10 AM–8 PM · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    201 Bryson Ave, Staten Island, NY 10314

Clinical social workers 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 243 ranked clinical social workers here; the rest are on their profiles.

clinical social workers in Mercerville-Hamilton Square, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Suzanne Rosenthal, LCSW584.6★ (5)18 mi
27Karen Wrigley & Associates585.0★ (7)38 mi
28Nicole Cirigliano, LCSW584.2★ (5)8 mi
29Mrs. Suzanne Petrucci583.0★ (4)37 mi
30Internal Affairs Child and Family Therapy Center583.3★ (3)35 mi
31MindWell Behavioral Health583.9★ (76)6 mi
32Judith Velez,PHD LCSW574.0★ (4)20 mi
33Joel Yisrael Kleinman, LCSW575.0★ (24)26 mi
34Leadem Counseling and Consulting Services, P.C.574.2★ (6)30 mi
35Dr. Rose Soussan572.3★ (9)39 mi
36Linda Elassad, LCSW565.0★ (5)39 mi
37Lisa Ligammari, LCSW564.7★ (3)27 mi
38MindWell Behavioral Health565.0★ (7)9 mi
39Melissa Schwaner, MSW, LCSW563.3★ (9)32 mi
40Michael 'Moshe' Raskind, LCSW562.6★ (5)10 mi
41Robert Wood Johnson Visiting Nurses563.1★ (15)20 mi
42Center for Therapy & Counseling Services, LLC564.4★ (79)21 mi
43Melanie Costa LCSW LLC565.0★ (3)11 mi
44Grace Counseling and Therapy Services- Amarachi Mgbemena, LCSW564.7★ (12)31 mi
45Princeton DBT - Lona Stranieri Linehan Board of Certification, Certified Clinician™564.2★ (26)11 mi
46Lawrence L. Fisch, LCSW563.1★ (9)23 mi
47Soul Sessions Counseling Company565.0★ (6)3 mi
48The Recovery Team - New Jersey555.0★ (88)35 mi
49Monica Maher LCSW555.0★ (21)29 mi
50Living and Looking Within Counseling & Play Therapy, MSW, LCSW, RPT-S, CCS554.9★ (54)31 mi

Also serving Mercerville-Hamilton Square

20 more clinical social workers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked clinical social workers serving Mercerville-Hamilton Square
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Adam's Choice Therapy5.0★ (2)11 mi
Amie Carlson, Counselor5.0★ (2)20 mi
Annie Schulte, LCSW, LCADCIn Mercerville-Hamilton Square
Caitlyn Fardella, Therapy Clinician5.0★ (2)22 mi
Chelsea Totaro, LCSWIn Mercerville-Hamilton Square
Counseling & Consulting New Jersey (CCNJ)5.0★ (2)23 mi
Dean Lynn D5.0★ (2)18 mi
Francisco Mildred C, MSW, LCSW5.0★ (1)In Mercerville-Hamilton Square
Gissel Saavedra, Counselor5.0★ (2)18 mi
Heidi Wimberg, Counselor5.0★ (2)22 mi
Isabella Lombardo, Counselor5.0★ (2)20 mi
Jeffrey A. Savlov, MSW3.5★ (2)22 mi
Jenna Cotton, LCSW3.0★ (2)22 mi
Katie Scozzari, LCSW LLC5.0★ (2)4 mi
Laura E. Sucher, LCSW3.0★ (2)20 mi
Lillian Leslie F5.0★ (2)15 mi
Marion Rogers, Counselor5.0★ (2)6 mi
Megan Furnish LCSW5.0★ (2)8 mi
Remi Abolafia, LCSW5.0★ (2)13 mi
Temenos Center LLC5.0★ (2)22 mi

How we ranked Mercerville-Hamilton Square clinical social workers

We scored 243 Mercerville-Hamilton Square clinical social workers 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 Mercerville-Hamilton Square 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 clinical social worker

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure clinical social work is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Check the license with the state social work board or provincial college that issued it.
  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 clinical social worker

  • 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 clinical social work?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • 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.

Clinical social workers in Mercerville-Hamilton Square: frequently asked questions

Who is the best clinical social worker in Mercerville-Hamilton Square?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked clinical social worker in Mercerville-Hamilton Square, NJ is Irina Stuchinsky with an RP Score of 67/100. It has 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews. Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey (#2) and Edward M. Silver, MSW (#3) follow. We ranked 243 clinical social workers on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many clinical social workers are there in Mercerville-Hamilton Square?

RankedPsychologists ranks 243 clinical social workers serving Mercerville-Hamilton Square, NJ. Another 20 within 40 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 clinical social workers in Mercerville-Hamilton Square work on weekends?

81 of 243 ranked clinical social workers post Saturday hours and 46 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey (#2), Bloom and Thrive Counseling and Wellness, Stacey Lear,LCSW (#5) and Jennifer Vazquez, LCSW (#10). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Mercerville-Hamilton Square clinical social workers have?

The median Google rating among 243 rated clinical social workers in Mercerville-Hamilton Square is 4.9★, with a median of 6 reviews. The Recovery Team - New Jersey has the most, 88 reviews, and ranks #48. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank clinical social workers?

Each clinical social worker 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 clinical social workers outside Mercerville-Hamilton Square count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Mercerville-Hamilton Square city center, our service radius for clinical social workers. 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 clinical social workers 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 clinical social workers in Mercerville-Hamilton Square ranked?

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

Can a social worker provide therapy?

Yes, when licensed for it. In the US a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW, or LICSW in some states) holds a master’s degree in social work, has completed supervised clinical practice and passed a licensing exam. In Canada, registered social workers are regulated by provincial colleges. They provide talk therapy for many of the same concerns as counselors and psychologists.

Can I see a clinical social worker 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 Mercerville-Hamilton Square

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 243 clinical social workers serving Mercerville-Hamilton Square.

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