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Best Psychologists in Middlesex, NJ (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Middlesex: AZZ Medical Associates - Primary Care Clinic in North Brunswick Township Point NJ, RP Score 74/100; 4.8★ from 145 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 37

    Most-reviewed: Guardian Recovery - New Brunswick Counseling Center, 101 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 222 ranked after AZZ Medical Associates - Primary Care Clinic in North Brunswick Township Point NJ; ranked #37.

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

222 Middlesex psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 61 open Saturdays and 39 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 222 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Middlesex 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 psychologists in Middlesex at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1AZZ Medical Associates - Primary Care Clinic in North Brunswick Township Point NJ744.8★ (145)East Brunswick, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Jeffrey C. Danco, PsyD742.3★ (3)Middlesex——
3Sachs Center724.9★ (16)Princeton Meadows, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Feldman Janie PHD723.7★ (3)Plainfield, 4 mi away——
5Riviere Deborah712.3★ (3)Somerset, 4 mi away——
6Siegman David705.0★ (4)Highland Park, 6 mi away——
7Jacqueline C. Napper, PSYD703.0★ (4)Plainfield, 5 mi away——
8Daniel Noll, Ph.D.704.0★ (5)Highland Park, 6 mi away——
9Fredman Beth693.7★ (3)Highland Park, 6 mi away——
10Arlene J. Dunbar, PHD693.7★ (3)Metuchen, 7 mi away——

The 222 best psychologists in Middlesex, 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 Middlesex

    Based in East Brunswick, 9 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.8★ from 145 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 145 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1520 US-130, North Brunswick Township, NJ 08902
  2. Based in Middlesex

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    314 US-22 Ste j, Green Brook Township, NJ 08812
  3. Based in Princeton Meadows, 6 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.9★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 6 AM–8 PM · Thu 6 AM–8:30 PM · Fri–Sun 6 AM–8 PM
  4. Based in Plainfield, 4 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “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
    775 Mountain Blvd, Watchung, NJ 07069
  5. Based in Somerset, 4 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    107 Cedar Grove Ln #104, Somerset, NJ 08873
  6. Based in Highland Park, 6 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 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
    47 Raritan Ave Ste 140, Highland Park, NJ 08904
  7. Based in Highland Park, 6 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    202 Raritan Ave, Highland Park, NJ 08904
  8. Based in Highland Park, 6 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “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
    12 N 4th Ave, Highland Park, NJ 08904
  9. Based in Metuchen, 7 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “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
    53 Bridge St, Metuchen, NJ 08840
  10. Based in Metuchen, 8 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.8★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    171 Main St, Metuchen, NJ 08840
  11. Based in Metuchen, 7 mi away

    69/100RP Score

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

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    296 Amboy Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840
  12. Based in Princeton, 16 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.8★ from 86 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 86 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    213 Rockingham Row, Princeton, NJ 08540
  13. Based in Metuchen, 7 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    9 Calvin Pl, Metuchen, NJ 08840
  14. Based in Bridgewater, 8 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    3640 Valley Rd, Liberty Corner, NJ 07938
  15. Based in Highland Park, 6 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–10 PM · Thu closed · Fri–Sat 8 AM–10 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    75 Raritan Ave, Highland Park, NJ 08904
  16. Based in Westfield, 10 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 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
  17. Based in Westfield, 10 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    Westfield, NJ 07090
  18. Based in Franklin Park, 10 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “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
    3176 NJ-27, Franklin Park, NJ 08823
  19. Based in Maplewood, 15 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.9★ from 42 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 42 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–8 PM
    Address
    2040 Millburn Ave Ste 102 #1136, Maplewood, NJ 07040
  20. Based in Franklin Park, 10 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “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
    3270 NJ-27, Kendall Park, NJ 08824

Psychologists 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 222 ranked psychologists here; the rest are on their profiles.

psychologists in Middlesex, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Waters Virginia PHD654.3★ (6)11 mi
27Geraldine Oades Sese, PhD655.0★ (3)11 mi
28Dr. Cirino Zappala PhD655.0★ (17)14 mi
29Clark Psychology Center653.2★ (5)11 mi
30Precious Life Medical Services654.4★ (21)11 mi
31Fusella Vincent J PHD652.7★ (3)11 mi
32Dr. Lynn Mollick652.3★ (3)11 mi
33Jeffrey Axelbank, Psy.D655.0★ (5)6 mi
34AZZ Medical Associates - Mental Health Clinic in South Plainfield NJ644.9★ (98)5 mi
35Richard Gjertsen, PHD645.0★ (4)7 mi
36Jacobs Lisa PhD643.4★ (5)12 mi
37Guardian Recovery - New Brunswick Counseling Center645.0★ (101)6 mi
38Child & Teen Success Center: Steven Sussman PHD644.6★ (33)10 mi
39Compass Psych Services - Dr. Bill MacLaney632.3★ (3)11 mi
40A and J Behavioral Health632.0★ (4)7 mi
41Taylor Clifford A MD633.9★ (7)14 mi
42Short Hills Associates In Clinical Psychology633.7★ (3)13 mi
43Lucignano Geraldine PHD633.7★ (3)13 mi
44Ann Niles, PsyD635.0★ (6)15 mi
45Lynn M. Laucik, MA635.0★ (4)14 mi
46Psychological & Educational Consulting LLC634.5★ (17)17 mi
47QuietMindCBT625.0★ (4)13 mi
48Montgomery Sharon W624.1★ (22)15 mi
49Dr. Anjuli Bodapati, Clinical Neuropsychologist625.0★ (13)10 mi
50Lewis-Chang Olivia PHD622.7★ (7)14 mi

Also serving Middlesex

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

Unranked psychologists serving Middlesex
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Anupama Saale-PrasadIn Middlesex
Center for Network Therapy, Middlesex4.0★ (40)In Middlesex
Christian Counciling Services5.0★ (1)In Middlesex
Colorful Minds ABA Therapy5.0★ (1)In Middlesex
Cooperative Counseling ServicesIn Middlesex
Healing Lotus Yoga and ReikiIn Middlesex
Heart of Amber Therapy, LLC5.0★ (10)In Middlesex
Kaleidoscope ABA Therapy Services5.0★ (12)In Middlesex
Kleinman Joel PHDIn Middlesex
Life Perspectives Counseling ServicesIn Middlesex
Lisa PerryIn Middlesex
Marie GonzalezIn Middlesex
Marielena Motta, MS, LCADC, LPC, ACS5.0★ (2)In Middlesex
Mental-HealIn Middlesex
Mind Centered Wellness LLC4.0★ (2)In Middlesex
Open Roads Therapy LLCIn Middlesex
Susan Martinez, LCSW, Therapist Central New Jersey2.0★ (1)In Middlesex
Suzi KatchkoIn Middlesex
The Counseling Center at Middlesex1.7★ (6)In Middlesex
True Reflections Mental Health Services4.5★ (8)In Middlesex

How we ranked Middlesex psychologists

We scored 222 Middlesex psychologists 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 Middlesex 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 psychologist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure they regularly work with clients who have your concern, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. If you may need testing as well as therapy (for example for ADHD or memory concerns), ask whether the practice does assessments itself.
  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 psychologist

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How often do you work with concerns like mine?
  • Do you offer psychological testing, or therapy only?
  • 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.

Psychologists in Middlesex: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Middlesex?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Middlesex, NJ is AZZ Medical Associates - Primary Care Clinic in North Brunswick Township Point NJ with an RP Score of 74/100. It has 4.8★ from 145 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Jeffrey C. Danco, PsyD (#2) and Sachs Center (#3) follow. We ranked 222 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Middlesex?

RankedPsychologists ranks 222 psychologists serving Middlesex, NJ. 1 of them is based in Middlesex; 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 psychologists in Middlesex work on weekends?

61 of 222 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 39 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are AZZ Medical Associates - Primary Care Clinic in North Brunswick Township Point NJ (#1), Sachs Center (#3) and Advanced Neuropsychology LLC (#12). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Middlesex psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 222 rated psychologists in Middlesex is 4.6★, with a median of 6 reviews. AZZ Medical Associates - Primary Care Clinic in North Brunswick Township Point NJ has the most, 145 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank psychologists?

Each psychologist 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 psychologists outside Middlesex count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Middlesex city center, our service radius for psychologists. 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 psychologists 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 psychologists in Middlesex ranked?

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

What is the difference between a psychologist and a therapist?

“Psychologist” is a protected title: only people licensed by a state or provincial psychology board may use it. Most hold a doctorate (PhD or PsyD) and are trained in psychological testing as well as therapy. “Therapist” is a general word: licensed counselors, clinical social workers and marriage and family therapists also provide therapy under their own licenses.

Can I see a psychologist 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 Middlesex

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 222 psychologists serving Middlesex.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.