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Best Family Therapists in West Freehold, NJ (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in West Freehold: Lighthouse Counseling and Sand Play Center, LLC, RP Score 66/100; 4.9★ from 10 Google reviews.

  2. 27

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Red Bank, 160 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 114 ranked; ranked #27.

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114 West Freehold family therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 35 open Saturdays and 19 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 114 rated practices.

Top 10 family therapists in West Freehold 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 West Freehold at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Lighthouse Counseling and Sand Play Center, LLC664.9★ (10)Tinton Falls, 13 mi away—Overall
2CCC Counseling Services655.0★ (4)Lakewood, 14 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Phoebe Jeffrey LPC LLC635.0★ (12)Lakewood, 14 mi awaySat · Evenings—
4Marc Rubin633.0★ (3)East Brunswick, 14 mi away——
5Baskin Career Counseling625.0★ (17)Freehold, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Holistic Counseling Solution625.0★ (6)Toms River, 19 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Peace of Mind Counseling & Consulting615.0★ (25)Freehold, 2 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8Exceptional Wellness Counseling604.3★ (10)Freehold, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9PAINT THE STARS ART THERAPY605.0★ (14)Marlboro, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Family First, LLC604.5★ (8)Hamilton Square, 14 mi awayEvenings—

The 114 best family therapists in West Freehold, 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. Based in Lakewood, 14 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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 8 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM–8 PM
    Address
    Old Tutor Village, 1924 NJ-35 10A & 10B, Wall Township, NJ 07719
  2. Based in Lakewood, 14 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1924 NJ-35 Ste 9A, Wall Township, NJ 07719
  3. Based in East Brunswick, 14 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 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
    503A Cranbury Rd, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
  4. Based in Freehold, 3 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, 3 mi from West Freehold.

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

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun 9 AM–12 PM
    Address
    4400 US-9 #1000, Freehold, NJ 07728
  5. Based in Freehold, 4 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.3★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–9:30 PM · Fri 7 AM–7:30 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–6 PM
    Address
    219 Taylors Mills Rd, Manalapan Township, NJ 07726
  6. Based in Marlboro, 5 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–8 PM · Tue 10 AM–8 PM · Wed 10 AM–8:30 PM · Thu 9:30 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 2 PM–7:30 PM · Sat 9:30 AM–2 PM · Sun 9 AM–12 PM
    Address
    710 Tennent Rd, Manalapan Township, NJ 07726
  7. Based in Hamilton Square, 14 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    Cherry Brook Ln, East Windsor, NJ 08520
  8. Based in Marlboro, 5 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–8:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    660 Tennent Rd Ste 209, Manalapan Township, NJ 07726
  9. Based in Freehold, 1 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, 1 mi from West Freehold.

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

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    800 W Main St Ste 205, Freehold Township, NJ 07728
  10. 58/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3 Jocama Blvd, Old Bridge, NJ 08857
  11. Based in Lakewood, 13 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
  12. 57/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.4★ from 57 Google reviews, 3 mi from West Freehold.

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

    • 4.4★ from 57 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    500 Craig Rd Ste 102, Manalapan Township, NJ 07726
  13. Based in Marlboro, 7 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    315 NJ-34 Ste 106, Colts Neck, NJ 07722
  14. Based in Freehold, 3 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, 3 mi from West Freehold.

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

    • 5.0★ 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
    500 Craig Rd Ste 102, Manalapan Township, NJ 07726
  15. Based in Freehold, 3 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 14 Google reviews, 3 mi from West Freehold.

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

    • 4.9★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    500 Craig Rd Ste 102, Manalapan Township, NJ 07726
  16. Based in Marlboro, 3 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, 3 mi from West Freehold.

    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
    500 Craig Rd Ste 102, Manalapan Township, NJ 07726
  17. Based in Marlboro, 3 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, 3 mi from West Freehold.

    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
    500 Craig Rd Ste 102, Manalapan Township, NJ 07726
  18. Based in Marlboro, 3 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, 3 mi from West Freehold.

    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
    500 Craig Rd Ste 102, Manalapan Township, NJ 07726

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

family therapists in West Freehold, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Victoria Benfer, Counselor555.0★ (3)3 mi
27Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Red Bank544.5★ (160)15 mi
28LEAF by Dr. Dana Spada PSYCHOTHERAPY545.0★ (18)14 mi
29LEAF by Dr. Dana Spada PSYCHOTHERAPY534.7★ (25)15 mi
30Joe Ortiz Interventionist535.0★ (17)12 mi
31LEAF by Dr. Dana Spada PSYCHOTHERAPY525.0★ (10)15 mi
32True Progress Therapy525.0★ (10)8 mi
33WonDIRful Play Floortime Therapy In New Jersey514.9★ (35)10 mi
34Integrated Care Concepts and Consultation513.9★ (95)15 mi
35New Dawn Therapy515.0★ (8)12 mi
36TheraCorp Behavioral Health - Howell, NJ513.9★ (11)8 mi
37Navesink Wellness Center515.0★ (3)11 mi
38North Star Counseling Center, LLC514.5★ (8)12 mi
39Evolve Recovery Center Toms River513.8★ (28)19 mi
40Insight Counseling and Care514.6★ (16)13 mi
41Brain Health Center505.0★ (4)12 mi
42EMOTIONALLY CONNECTED MARRIAGE RETREATS504.9★ (16)14 mi
43Serenity & Sakoon503.7★ (3)14 mi
44CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy) Center504.9★ (29)19 mi
45Shore Family Counseling502.3★ (3)14 mi
46New Horizons Wellness494.8★ (21)16 mi
47TheraCorp Behavioral Health - Jamesburg, NJ493.8★ (48)11 mi
48NJBH - affiliate of LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Eatontown494.6★ (83)14 mi
49Navesink Wellness Center495.0★ (40)18 mi
50Navesink Wellness Center495.0★ (6)15 mi

Also serving West Freehold

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 West Freehold
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Amie Carlson, Counselor5.0★ (2)3 mi
Balance and Bloom Therapy5.0★ (9)In West Freehold
Brite Futures Counseling, LLC3.0★ (2)8 mi
Dana Olesen - Counselor in Eatontown, NJ5.0★ (2)14 mi
Feel Better Consulting5.0★ (2)17 mi
Gissel Saavedra, Counselor5.0★ (2)17 mi
Harmony Bay3.0★ (2)11 mi
Isabella Lombardo, Counselor5.0★ (2)3 mi
Jennifer Chiaramonti, Counselor4.5★ (2)17 mi
Lillian Leslie F5.0★ (2)16 mi
Lori Goldman, MS Ed., LAC, NCC5.0★ (2)18 mi
Marion Rogers, Counselor5.0★ (2)17 mi
Meagan Roth, Therapy Clinician5.0★ (2)14 mi
Melissa D. Holod, Ed.S., LPC3.0★ (2)15 mi
Michelle Villa, Counselor5.0★ (2)3 mi
Monica Lamb, Counselor5.0★ (2)17 mi
Relationship Center4.5★ (2)14 mi
Robin Deiner, Counselor5.0★ (2)17 mi
Shirley Sanchez, Therapy Clinician5.0★ (2)17 mi
Zietchick Daniel LCSW5.0★ (2)17 mi

How we ranked West Freehold family therapists

We scored 114 West Freehold 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 West Freehold 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 West Freehold: frequently asked questions

Who is the best family therapist in West Freehold?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked family therapist in West Freehold, NJ is Lighthouse Counseling and Sand Play Center, LLC with an RP Score of 66/100. It has 4.9★ from 10 Google reviews. CCC Counseling Services (#2) and Phoebe Jeffrey LPC LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 114 family therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many family therapists are there in West Freehold?

RankedPsychologists ranks 114 family therapists serving West Freehold, NJ. 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 West Freehold work on weekends?

35 of 114 ranked family therapists post Saturday hours and 19 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are CCC Counseling Services (#2), Phoebe Jeffrey LPC LLC (#3) and Baskin Career Counseling (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do West Freehold family therapists have?

The median Google rating among 114 rated family therapists in West Freehold is 5.0★, with a median of 8 reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Red Bank has the most, 160 reviews, and ranks #27. 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 West Freehold count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the West Freehold 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 West Freehold 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 West Freehold

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 114 family therapists serving West Freehold.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.