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Best Couples Therapists in Toms River, NJ (2026)

35 couples therapists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Toms River: Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Toms River, RP Score 66/100; 4.6★ from 174 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 2

    Most-reviewed: Lifebulb, 176 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 35 ranked; ranked #2.

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

35 Toms River couples therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 5 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 35 rated practices.

Top 10 couples therapists in Toms River 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 couples therapists in Toms River at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Toms River664.6★ (174)Toms RiverSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Lifebulb664.6★ (176)Toms RiverSat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
3Cheryl A. Daniel Counseling644.3★ (6)Lakewood, 7 mi away——
4Boan William F644.3★ (6)Lakewood, 13 mi away——
5Breakthrough Therapy Solutions, LLC615.0★ (4)Toms River——
6Therapy with Ally Kaykov, LPC595.0★ (3)Toms RiverSun · Evenings—
7Bianca M Acri, Counselor575.0★ (4)Toms RiverEvenings—
8NJBH - affiliate of LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Brick564.7★ (131)Bayville, 6 mi awayEvenings—
9The Counseling Center for Relationships565.0★ (5)Toms River——
10Dr. Ronald Kamm MD: Sport Psychiatry Expert Commentator (Not accepting Patients)563.0★ (4)Long Branch, 4 mi away——

The 35 best couples therapists in Toms River, 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 Lifebulb

    Based in Toms River

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 176 Google reviews, based in Toms River.

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

    • 4.6★ from 176 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–10 PM · Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun 10 AM–4 PM
    Address
    505 Main St, Toms River, NJ 08753
    View profile for Lifebulb(732) 272-0127

  3. #3 Cheryl A. Daniel Counseling

    Based in Lakewood, 7 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    249 Brick Blvd, Brick Township, NJ 08723
    View profile for Cheryl A. Daniel Counseling(732) 475-6963

  4. #4 Boan William F

    Based in Lakewood, 13 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 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
    19 N County Line Rd, Jackson Township, NJ 08527
    View profile for Boan William F(732) 664-0772

  7. #7 Bianca M Acri, Counselor

    Based in Toms River

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, based in Toms River.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    74 Brick Blvd Bldg 4, Suite 117, Brick Township, NJ 08723
    View profile for Bianca M Acri, Counselor(848) 837-6657

  8. #8 NJBH - affiliate of LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Brick

    Based in Bayville, 6 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 131 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 131 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    74 Brick Blvd Bldg 4, Suite 117, Brick Township, NJ 08723
    View profile for NJBH - affiliate of LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Brick(848) 837-6657

  12. #12 Linda Sykes, Counselor

    Based in Lakewood, 6 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    74 Brick Blvd Bldg 4, Suite 117, Brick Township, NJ 08723
    View profile for Linda Sykes, Counselor(848) 837-6657

  13. #13 Christine Jost, Counselor

    Based in Lakewood, 6 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    74 Brick Blvd Bldg 4, Suite 117, Brick Township, NJ 08723
    View profile for Christine Jost, Counselor(848) 837-6657

  14. #14 Tara Ely, Counselor

    Based in Lakewood, 6 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    74 Brick Blvd Bldg 4, Suite 117, Brick Township, NJ 08723
    View profile for Tara Ely, Counselor(848) 837-6657

  15. #15 Van Venokur, Counselor

    Based in Lakewood, 6 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    74 Brick Blvd Bldg 4, Suite 117, Brick Township, NJ 08723
    View profile for Van Venokur, Counselor(848) 837-6657

  16. #16 Jeri Mentor, Counselor

    Based in Lakewood, 6 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    74 Brick Blvd Bldg 4, Suite 117, Brick Township, NJ 08723
    View profile for Jeri Mentor, Counselor(848) 837-6657

  17. #17 Micaela DeFelice, Counselor

    Based in Lakewood, 6 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    74 Brick Blvd Bldg 4, Suite 117, Brick Township, NJ 08723
    View profile for Micaela DeFelice, Counselor(848) 837-6657

  18. #18 Kristi Brochon, Counselor

    Based in Lakewood, 6 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

    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 closed
    Address
    74 Brick Blvd Bldg 4, Suite 117, Brick Township, NJ 08723
    View profile for Kristi Brochon, Counselor(732) 982-2888

  19. #19 Diana Cannis, Counselor

    Based in Lakewood, 6 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    74 Brick Blvd Bldg 4, Suite 117, Brick Township, NJ 08723
    View profile for Diana Cannis, Counselor(848) 837-6657

  21. #21 Cheyenne MA, LAC, Counselor

    Based in Lakewood, 6 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 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 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    74 Brick Blvd Bldg 4, Suite 117, Brick Township, NJ 08723
    View profile for Cheyenne MA, LAC, Counselor(848) 837-6657

  22. #22 Cierra Ballard, Therapy Clinician

    Based in Lakewood, 6 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 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 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    74 Brick Blvd Bldg 4, Suite 117, Brick Township, NJ 08723
    View profile for Cierra Ballard, Therapy Clinician(848) 837-6657

  23. #23 Candice Ferretti, Counselor

    Based in Lakewood, 6 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    74 Brick Blvd Bldg 4, Suite 117, Brick Township, NJ 08723
    View profile for Candice Ferretti, Counselor(848) 837-6657

All 35 couples therapists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #35, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

couples therapists in Toms River, ranks 26 to 35
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Comprehensive Psychological and Wellness Center, LLC493.2★ (12)8 mi
27Brick Psychotherapy Center485.0★ (3)10 mi
28Virtue Counseling475.0★ (6)12 mi
29Brain Health Center475.0★ (4)16 mi
30Journey into Joy Healing & Empowerment465.0★ (20)18 mi
31TheraCorp Behavioral Health - Howell, NJ463.9★ (11)13 mi
32By Design Social Skills LLC464.5★ (8)17 mi
33James J. Murray454.7★ (23)16 mi
34Tranquility Counseling and Wellness Center443.7★ (3)14 mi
35Shore Family Counseling422.3★ (3)16 mi

Also serving Toms River

20 more couples 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 couples therapists serving Toms River
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Bio Behavioral Health4.1★ (25)In Toms River
Dr. Donald D. OH, MD2.7★ (37)In Toms River
Evolve Recovery Center Toms River3.8★ (28)In Toms River
Harbor View Counseling: Mackarevich Thomas PHD4.5★ (11)In Toms River
Harmony Bay4.3★ (33)In Toms River
Hart to Heart Counseling5.0★ (6)In Toms River
Holistic Counseling Solution5.0★ (6)In Toms River
Melissa Schwaner, MSW, LCSW3.3★ (9)In Toms River
Meyerberg Counseling, LLC (Jenna Meyerberg, PhD, LPC)5.0★ (11)In Toms River
Mood For Thought Therapy4.1★ (9)In Toms River
OASIS COUNSELING, LLC3.4★ (10)In Toms River
ocean insight center3.5★ (31)In Toms River
Ocean Psychotherapy Services5.0★ (7)In Toms River
Pathways Neuropsychology Associates4.6★ (141)In Toms River
Quantum Outpatient Addiction Treatment Center4.7★ (142)In Toms River
Ship Happens Counseling5.0★ (11)In Toms River
Stress Care of New Jersey, LLC4.0★ (41)In Toms River
The Counseling Center At Toms River, NJ3.3★ (58)In Toms River
The Therapy Cove5.0★ (8)In Toms River
Turner Counseling and Wellness5.0★ (11)In Toms River

How we ranked Toms River couples therapists

We scored 35 Toms River couples 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 Toms River 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 couples therapist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure couples and marriage counseling is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Ask what training they have in couples work specifically (for example the Gottman Method or Emotionally Focused Therapy).
  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 couples 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 couples and marriage counseling?
  • Do you also see each partner on their own?
  • 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.

Couples therapists in Toms River: frequently asked questions

Who is the best couples therapist in Toms River?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked couples therapist in Toms River, NJ is Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Toms River with an RP Score of 66/100. It has 4.6★ from 174 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Lifebulb (#2) and Cheryl A. Daniel Counseling (#3) follow. We ranked 35 couples therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many couples therapists are there in Toms River?

RankedPsychologists ranks 35 couples therapists serving Toms River, NJ. 7 of them are based in Toms River; 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 couples therapists in Toms River work on weekends?

5 of 35 ranked couples therapists post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Toms River (#1), Lifebulb (#2) and LEAF by Dr. Dana Spada PSYCHOTHERAPY (#24). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Toms River couples therapists have?

The median Google rating among 35 rated couples therapists in Toms River is 5.0★, with a median of 5 reviews. Lifebulb has the most, 176 reviews, and ranks #2. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank couples therapists?

Each couples 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 couples therapists outside Toms River count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Toms River city center, our service radius for couples 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 couples 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 couples therapists in Toms River ranked?

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

Do both partners need to come to couples therapy?

Most couples therapists prefer to see both partners, at least at first, but many will start with one. Ask how they handle individual sessions. If there is violence or fear in the relationship, tell the therapist privately; many do not offer joint sessions in that situation.

Can I see a couples 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 Toms River

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 35 couples therapists serving Toms River.

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