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Best Family Therapists in Cedar Grove, NJ (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Cedar Grove: Answers Thru Counseling LLC, RP Score 73/100; 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

  2. 11

    Most-reviewed: Garrett Coan, LCSW, 149 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 375 ranked; ranked #11.

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

375 Cedar Grove family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 168 open Saturdays and 102 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 375 rated practices.

Most of this list also appears on the Family therapists in Paterson ranking. See Family therapists in Paterson

Top 10 family therapists in Cedar Grove 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 Cedar Grove at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Answers Thru Counseling LLC733.7★ (3)Montclair, 2 mi away—Overall
2Cindy Browning, LCSW, P.C.735.0★ (3)Montclair, 3 mi away——
3Bethel Counseling672.8★ (12)Newark, 9 mi away——
4Shira Pomrantz, LCSW LLC663.8★ (6)Clifton, 4 mi awayEvenings—
5Quantum Psychotherapy Group (Essex)655.0★ (57)Montclair, 1 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Denville Family Counseling644.4★ (7)Parsippany, 13 mi away——
7Ronald Katz, PH.D645.0★ (4)New York City, 15 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Counseling Services of New York LLC635.0★ (8)Baychester, 16 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Fern Weis, Parent Coach & Educator634.0★ (4)Wayne, 7 mi away——
10Hanisch Counseling Services635.0★ (59)Lincoln Park, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 375 best family therapists in Cedar Grove, 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 Cedar Grove

    #1 Answers Thru Counseling LLC

    Based in Montclair, 2 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 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
    311 Claremont Ave #2a, Montclair, NJ 07042
    View profile for Answers Thru Counseling LLC(973) 746-3366

  3. #3 Bethel Counseling

    Based in Newark, 9 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 2.8★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.8★ from 12 Google reviews
    Address
    63-65 Pierce St, Newark, NJ 07103
    View profile for Bethel Counseling(973) 643-6565

  4. #4 Shira Pomrantz, LCSW LLC

    Based in Clifton, 4 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.8★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.8★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–9 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for Shira Pomrantz, LCSW LLC(201) 730-2246

  7. #7 Ronald Katz, PH.D

    Based in New York City, 15 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 11 AM–6 PM · Sun 10 AM–7 PM
    Address
    1133 Broadway, New York, NY 10010
    View profile for Ronald Katz, PH.D(917) 242-5931

  10. #10 Hanisch Counseling Services

    Based in Lincoln Park, 4 mi away

    63/100RP 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 Garrett Coan, LCSW

    Based in Clifton, 6 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 149 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 149 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 6 AM–11:30 PM
    Address
    291 River Rd, Clifton, NJ 07014
    View profile for Garrett Coan, LCSW(201) 303-4303

  14. #14 Wellness Counseling

    Based in Montclair, 2 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, 2 mi from Cedar Grove.

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

    • 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–8 PM · Thu 9 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun 12 PM–4 PM
    Address
    70 Park St #208, Montclair, NJ 07042
    View profile for Wellness Counseling(551) 310-3020

  15. #15 Contemplative Marriage & Family Therapy PLLC

    Based in New York City, 15 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri 12 PM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    16 E 40th St, New York, NY 10016
    View profile for Contemplative Marriage & Family Therapy PLLC(347) 491-4757

  17. #17 Closed

    Based in Bloomfield, 4 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 6:30 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 7 AM–3 PM
    Address
    256 Broad St #2e, Bloomfield, NJ 07003
    View profile for Closed

  19. #19 Marriage & Family Therapist Michelle Weber

    Based in New York City, 15 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 12 AM–12 AM · Tue–Wed closed · Thu–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1201 Broadway Ste 1003, New York, NY 10001
    View profile for Marriage & Family Therapist Michelle Weber(917) 809-7741

  21. #21 Laura L. Young, LCSW-R, CGP

    Based in New York City, 14 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.6★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–7:15 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 12 PM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    333 W 57th St Apt 1H, New York, NY 10019
    View profile for Laura L. Young, LCSW-R, CGP(212) 581-9466

  22. #22 Step Up Family Services

    Based in Parsippany, 6 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM–6 PM
    Address
    239 New Rd Bldg A #A302, Parsippany, NJ 07054
    View profile for Step Up Family Services(973) 298-0763

  23. #23 Wendy Stewart, LCSW

    Based in Upper Montclair, 1 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, 1 mi from Cedar Grove.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    622-624 Valley Pl, Upper Montclair, NJ 07043
    View profile for Wendy Stewart, LCSW(201) 953-3039

  25. #25 Flores Christian Counseling

    Based in Linden, 14 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–6:30 PM · Tue 10 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 10:30 AM–8 PM · Fri 10 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1713 Mildred Ave, Linden, NJ 07036
    View profile for Flores Christian Counseling(201) 205-7938

How we ranked Cedar Grove family therapists

We scored 375 Cedar Grove 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 Cedar Grove 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 Cedar Grove: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in Cedar Grove?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in Cedar Grove, NJ is Answers Thru Counseling LLC with an RP Score of 73/100. It has 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews. Cindy Browning, LCSW, P.C. (#2) and Bethel Counseling (#3) follow. We ranked 375 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in Cedar Grove?

RankedPsychologists ranks 375 family therapists serving Cedar Grove, NJ. 1 of them is based in Cedar Grove; the rest serve it from nearby towns. 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 Cedar Grove work on weekends?

168 of 375 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 102 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Quantum Psychotherapy Group (Essex) (#5), Ronald Katz, PH.D (#7) and Counseling Services of New York LLC (#8). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Cedar Grove family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 375 rated family therapists in Cedar Grove is 4.8★, with a median of 10 reviews. Garrett Coan, LCSW has the most, 149 reviews, and ranks #11. 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 Cedar Grove count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Cedar Grove 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 Cedar Grove 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 Cedar Grove

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 375 family therapists serving Cedar Grove.

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