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Best Therapists And Counselors in Bridgewater, NJ (2026)

230 therapists and counselors ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Bridgewater: Strength and renewal Mental Health Services, RP Score 75/100; 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 14

    Most-reviewed: GenPsych PC, 146 Google reviews at 3.6★, the most of 230 ranked; ranked #14.

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

230 Bridgewater therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 89 open Saturdays and 46 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 230 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Bridgewater 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 therapists and counselors in Bridgewater at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Strength and renewal Mental Health Services755.0★ (6)Bradley Gardens, 2 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Suzanne Rosenthal, LCSW744.6★ (5)Bridgewater——
3Couples Therapy Center of NJ745.0★ (4)Bridgewater——
4Spravato Treatment Centers of New Jersey745.0★ (26)BridgewaterSat—
5Care Counseling Center724.9★ (54)Somerville, 3 mi awaySat—
6Ellie Mental Health723.9★ (11)BridgewaterSat · Evenings—
7Healing Pathways Counseling & Supervision Center715.0★ (4)BridgewaterSat · Evenings—
8Calm and Sense Therapy712.7★ (7)BridgewaterSat · Evenings—
9Mindful Life Therapy LLC705.0★ (4)Somerville, 3 mi away——
10CogniCare Psychological Services, LLC703.3★ (24)Bradley Gardens, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 230 best therapists and counselors in Bridgewater, 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.

  5. #5 Care Counseling Center

    Based in Somerville, 3 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.9★ from 54 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 54 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    75-77 N Bridge St, Somerville, NJ 08876
    View profile for Care Counseling Center(908) 617-3234

  6. #6 Ellie Mental Health

    Based in Bridgewater

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.9★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    222 Mt Airy Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
    View profile for Ellie Mental Health(908) 350-9143

  7. #7 Healing Pathways Counseling & Supervision Center

    Based in Bridgewater

    71/100RP Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–8 PM · Tue 11 AM–9 PM · Wed 9 AM–2:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–2:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    88 S Finley Ave, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
    View profile for Healing Pathways Counseling & Supervision Center(908) 434-6008

  8. #8 Calm and Sense Therapy

    Based in Bridgewater

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 2.7★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.7★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    31U Mountain Blvd #104, Warren, NJ 07059
    View profile for Calm and Sense Therapy(908) 842-0048

  9. #9 Mindful Life Therapy LLC

    Based in Somerville, 3 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 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
    1 E High St, Somerville, NJ 08876
    View profile for Mindful Life Therapy LLC(908) 300-8175

  14. #14 GenPsych PC

    Based in Bridgewater

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 3.6★ from 146 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.6★ from 146 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    380 Foothill Rd, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
    View profile for GenPsych PC(855) 436-7792

  15. #15 Inner Light Counseling

    Based in Somerville, 4 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.0★ from 28 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    285 E Main St, Somerville, NJ 08876
    View profile for Inner Light Counseling(908) 707-0212

  16. #16 Thrive & Balance Wellness LLC

    Based in Somerville, 3 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed closed · Thu 6:30 PM–8:30 PM · Fri 10 AM–6:30 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM–12 PM
    Address
    68 N Bridge St, Somerville, NJ 08876
    View profile for Thrive & Balance Wellness LLC(732) 825-7960

  19. #19 Blueprint Mental Health

    Based in Somerville, 3 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.5★ from 44 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 44 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–8 PM · Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    73 West End Ave, Somerville, NJ 08876
    View profile for Blueprint Mental Health(908) 256-6965

  20. #20 Psychological Services of NJ

    Based in Bridgewater

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    233 Mt Airy Rd #100, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
    View profile for Psychological Services of NJ(908) 758-5800

  22. #22 AZZ Medical Associates - Mental Health Clinic in South Plainfield NJ

    Based in South Plainfield, 13 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.9★ from 98 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 98 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1550 Park Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
    View profile for AZZ Medical Associates - Mental Health Clinic in South Plainfield NJ(609) 890-1050

  23. #23 Babita Spinelli, LP - Psychotherapist in Basking Ridge - Opening The Doors Psychotherapy

    Based in Bradley Gardens, 6 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    20 Church St, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
    View profile for Babita Spinelli, LP - Psychotherapist in Basking Ridge - Opening The Doors Psychotherapy(347) 884-7316

  24. #24 Rise Up Counseling Center

    Based in Bradley Gardens, 6 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    20 Church St, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
    View profile for Rise Up Counseling Center(973) 809-3404

  25. #25 Oasis Mental Health Centers

    Based in Bridgewater

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 3.2★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.2★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5:30 PM · Thu–Fri 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    745 US-202 206 Suite 304, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
    View profile for Oasis Mental Health Centers(908) 641-2109

Therapists and counselors 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 230 ranked therapists and counselors here; the rest are on their profiles.

therapists and counselors in Bridgewater, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Perspectives Counseling Group, LLC684.2★ (5)In Bridgewater
27A New Way Counseling and Psychotherapy LLC684.2★ (15)2 mi
28Glenn Murphy Counseling685.0★ (3)In Bridgewater
29Richard Hall673.1★ (64)In Bridgewater
30Ellie Mental Health674.5★ (22)3 mi
31Earth House673.1★ (11)9 mi
32Rubicon Mental Health & Wellness in Watchung, NJ675.0★ (11)11 mi
33NJBH - affiliate of LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Bernardsville674.6★ (46)10 mi
34Prime Therapy Services675.0★ (10)6 mi
35Olive Branch Therapy Group664.2★ (15)3 mi
36PMK Psychotherapy665.0★ (16)4 mi
37High Focus Centers Branchburg Outpatient Treatment Center663.8★ (48)3 mi
38Psychiatric and Behavioral Health Solutions664.7★ (11)2 mi
39Lotus Life Counseling665.0★ (6)7 mi
40ADETUTU OGUNMEFUN, DNP, FNP-C664.6★ (33)4 mi
41Dovetail Counseling Group665.0★ (8)3 mi
42Lessons N Sessions655.0★ (25)11 mi
43Anchor Point Behavioral Health655.0★ (5)3 mi
44Wayne Miller Therapist| Hillsborough NJ653.7★ (3)7 mi
45MKF Counseling655.0★ (6)7 mi
46BlueCrest Counseling Center644.9★ (35)15 mi
47Solace Wellness Center Mental Health Treatment New Jersey644.7★ (12)13 mi
48Sukoon Therapy645.0★ (4)3 mi
49Oasis Therapy Group643.0★ (4)In Bridgewater
50Margaret Schantz, Counselor645.0★ (4)10 mi

Also serving Bridgewater

20 more therapists and counselors within 15 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked therapists and counselors serving Bridgewater
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Allison J. Schaeffler, MA, LCSW5.0★ (1)In Bridgewater
Center for Psychological Assessment and TreatmentIn Bridgewater
Dr. Rowena R. Francisco, MD5.0★ (2)In Bridgewater
Elizabeth Arboleda, LPCIn Bridgewater
First Step Counseling of Raritan ValleyIn Bridgewater
Franklin Donald J PHDIn Bridgewater
Hailing Zhang5.0★ (3)In Bridgewater
Haymaker & Haymaker Psychological Services, LLCIn Bridgewater
Jane P. Jacobus, PhDIn Bridgewater
Joshua D. Fink, Psy.D.5.0★ (2)In Bridgewater
Kris C. Stankiewicz, PSYD., ABPP5.0★ (1)In Bridgewater
Marilyn Blacher-Reich LCSW CEAP3.0★ (2)In Bridgewater
Meraki Psychology Center4.0★ (4)In Bridgewater
Nancy J Ashworth MSW, LLC5.0★ (1)In Bridgewater
New Mercies Counseling, LLC5.0★ (2)In Bridgewater
Stephen F. Jacobus, PHDIn Bridgewater
Success on the Spectrum4.9★ (22)In Bridgewater
Vilma Ramirez, LCSWIn Bridgewater
Westreich Allan PHDIn Bridgewater
Willow Living StrategiesIn Bridgewater

How we ranked Bridgewater therapists and counselors

We scored 230 Bridgewater therapists and counselors 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 Bridgewater 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 therapist

  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. Check which license they hold (for example LPC, LCSW, LMFT or RP) and look it up with the board or college that issued it.
  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 therapist

  • 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?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • 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.

Therapists and counselors in Bridgewater: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Bridgewater?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Bridgewater, NJ is Strength and renewal Mental Health Services with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Suzanne Rosenthal, LCSW (#2) and Couples Therapy Center of NJ (#3) follow. We ranked 230 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Bridgewater?

RankedPsychologists ranks 230 therapists and counselors serving Bridgewater, NJ. 15 of them are based in Bridgewater; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 15 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 therapists and counselors in Bridgewater work on weekends?

89 of 230 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 46 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Strength and renewal Mental Health Services (#1), Spravato Treatment Centers of New Jersey (#4) and Care Counseling Center (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Bridgewater therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 230 rated therapists and counselors in Bridgewater is 4.8★, with a median of 9 reviews. GenPsych PC has the most, 146 reviews, and ranks #14. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank therapists and counselors?

Each 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 therapists and counselors outside Bridgewater count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Bridgewater city center, our service radius for therapists and counselors. 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 therapists and counselors 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 therapists and counselors in Bridgewater ranked?

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

Is a licensed counselor the same as a psychologist?

No. Licensed professional counselors, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists and, in Ontario, registered psychotherapists hold their own licenses and answer to their own boards or colleges. They provide talk therapy for many of the same concerns; formal psychological testing is usually done by a psychologist.

Can I see a 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 Bridgewater

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 230 therapists and counselors serving Bridgewater.
  2. November 2026: 3 duplicate listings merged.

More therapists and counselors and Bridgewater pages