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Best Psychologists in South River, NJ (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in South River: AZZ Medical Associates - Primary Care Clinic in North Brunswick Township Point NJ, RP Score 78/100; 4.8★ from 145 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 23

    Most-reviewed: AZZ Medical Associates - Primary Care - Old Bridge, 314 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 218 ranked; ranked #23.

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

218 South River psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 65 open Saturdays and 41 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 218 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in South 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 psychologists in South River at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1AZZ Medical Associates - Primary Care Clinic in North Brunswick Township Point NJ784.8★ (145)East Brunswick, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Sachs Center724.9★ (16)Princeton Meadows, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Siegman David725.0★ (4)Highland Park, 4 mi away——
4Daniel Noll, Ph.D.714.0★ (5)Highland Park, 4 mi away——
5Fredman Beth713.7★ (3)Highland Park, 4 mi away——
6Victory Bay704.8★ (86)Princeton, 14 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Donohue Robert E PhD704.8★ (5)Metuchen, 6 mi away——
8Arlene J. Dunbar, PHD693.7★ (3)Metuchen, 6 mi away——
9David S. Kreiss, Psy.D.694.0★ (4)Metuchen, 7 mi away——
10Sandra M Feldman, PhD692.3★ (3)Metuchen, 7 mi away——

The 218 best psychologists in South 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.

  1. Ranked #1 in South River

    Based in East Brunswick, 4 mi away

    78/100RP 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 Princeton Meadows, 6 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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
  3. Based in Highland Park, 4 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 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
  4. Based in Highland Park, 4 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 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
  5. Based in Highland Park, 4 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 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
  6. Based in Princeton, 14 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 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
  7. Based in Metuchen, 6 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 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
  8. Based in Metuchen, 6 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 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
  9. Based in Metuchen, 7 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 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
  10. Based in Metuchen, 7 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 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
  11. Based in Highland Park, 4 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 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
  12. Based in East Brunswick, 2 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    465 Cranbury Rd, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
  13. Based in Franklin Park, 8 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 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
  14. Based in Franklin Park, 9 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 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
  15. Based in Woodbridge, 9 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 2.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    199 Main St, Woodbridge, NJ 07095
  16. Based in Somerset, 9 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 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
  17. Based in Highland Park, 4 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    727 Raritan Ave, Highland Park, NJ 08904
  18. Based in Avenel, 10 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.4★ from 21 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–6 PM · Tue–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1030 St Georges Ave, Avenel, NJ 07001
  19. Based in Staten Island, 11 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 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
    56 Seguine Ave, Staten Island, NY 10309
  20. Based in Metuchen, 7 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 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 7 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    20 Highland Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840

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 218 ranked psychologists here; the rest are on their profiles.

psychologists in South River, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Jeffrey C. Danco, PsyD642.3★ (3)12 mi
27LEAF by Dr. Dana Spada PSYCHOTHERAPY645.0★ (6)15 mi
28Sharon Coyle-Saeed, LSW, Grief Specialist, EFT, Reiki, Energy Psychologist645.0★ (28)6 mi
29Clark Psychology Center633.2★ (5)13 mi
30A and J Behavioral Health632.0★ (4)6 mi
31Great Connections Inc633.9★ (7)14 mi
32Center for Psychological Services of Somerset County LLC634.2★ (10)14 mi
33Feldman Janie PHD633.7★ (3)13 mi
34Functionised Integrative Wellness Colts Neck634.7★ (110)16 mi
35Colts Neck Psychological Group633.7★ (3)16 mi
36MindSpa Therapy & Counseling635.0★ (12)1 mi
37Waters Virginia PHD624.3★ (6)15 mi
38NeuroSpark Health624.9★ (42)20 mi
39Dr. Lynn Mollick622.3★ (3)14 mi
40Michael Libertazzo, EDD623.4★ (5)15 mi
41Solace Wellness Center Mental Health Treatment New Jersey624.7★ (12)5 mi
42Richard Baumwoll, PHD623.7★ (3)15 mi
43Dr. Jennifer T. Mascolo, Psychologist625.0★ (3)15 mi
44Hamway Tim624.0★ (3)15 mi
45Steven P. Clarfield, PHD624.8★ (6)11 mi
46Compass Psych Services - Dr. Bill MacLaney622.3★ (3)13 mi
47Clifford N. Lazarus, PHD622.3★ (9)14 mi
48Norbert A. Wetzel, THD623.7★ (3)15 mi
49Navesink Psychological Services615.0★ (34)17 mi
50Dr. Melissa Marano613.7★ (3)15 mi

Also serving South River

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 South River
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Callender Melanie PHD3.0★ (2)7 mi
Counseling & Consulting New Jersey (CCNJ)5.0★ (2)4 mi
Dr. Alan Winder - Psychologist/Couples Mediator5.0★ (2)4 mi
Dr. Peter C. Donnelly PhD5.0★ (2)6 mi
Godfried K. Baning, PSYD5.0★ (2)5 mi
Grabelsky Robert B PHD5.0★ (2)4 mi
Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology5.0★ (2)7 mi
Harmony Bay3.0★ (2)5 mi
Linda K. Tamm, Psy3.5★ (2)7 mi
Mandell Jeffrey A3.0★ (2)3 mi
Modiano Rachel1.0★ (2)6 mi
Monica Lamb, Counselor5.0★ (2)5 mi
NeuroCog Solutions3.0★ (2)5 mi
Nuptuall5.0★ (2)1 mi
Panzer David PhD3.0★ (2)4 mi
Robin Deiner, Counselor5.0★ (2)5 mi
Samantha Jones, Psy.D Neuropsychologist/ Four Lobes Diagnostics, LLC5.0★ (2)6 mi
Sol Herzig, PhD5.0★ (2)4 mi
Tocco Barbara PHD5.0★ (2)4 mi
Viktorija Spasova, LCSW5.0★ (4)In South River

How we ranked South River psychologists

We scored 218 South River 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 South 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 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 South River: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in South River?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in South River, NJ is AZZ Medical Associates - Primary Care Clinic in North Brunswick Township Point NJ with an RP Score of 78/100. It has 4.8★ from 145 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Sachs Center (#2) and Siegman David (#3) follow. We ranked 218 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in South River?

RankedPsychologists ranks 218 psychologists serving South River, 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 psychologists in South River work on weekends?

65 of 218 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 41 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are AZZ Medical Associates - Primary Care Clinic in North Brunswick Township Point NJ (#1), Sachs Center (#2) and Victory Bay (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do South River psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 218 rated psychologists in South River is 4.6★, with a median of 7 reviews. AZZ Medical Associates - Primary Care - Old Bridge has the most, 314 reviews, and ranks #23. 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 South River count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the South River 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 South 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 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 South River

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 218 psychologists serving South River.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.