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Best Therapists And Counselors in East Brunswick, NJ (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in East Brunswick: AZZ Medical Associates - Primary Care Clinic in Matawan NJ, RP Score 80/100; 4.7★ from 106 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 22

    Most-reviewed: OB/GYN Of East Brunswick, 851 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 432 ranked; ranked #22.

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

432 East Brunswick therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 175 open Saturdays and 89 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 432 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in East Brunswick 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 East Brunswick at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1AZZ Medical Associates - Primary Care Clinic in Matawan NJ804.7★ (106)East BrunswickSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Guardian Recovery - New Brunswick Counseling Center765.0★ (101)New Brunswick, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Center for Therapy & Counseling Services, LLC764.4★ (79)East BrunswickSat · Sun · Evenings—
4MindSpa Therapy & Counseling755.0★ (12)East BrunswickSat · Sun · Evenings—
5Life Psychotherapy LLC754.3★ (27)East BrunswickSat · Sun · Evenings—
6AZZ Medical Associates - Primary Care - Old Bridge754.7★ (314)Old Bridge, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Stress & Anxiety Services754.3★ (12)East BrunswickSat · Sun · Evenings—
8The Healing Tree Counseling & Consultation744.2★ (5)East BrunswickSat · Sun · Evenings—
9Clarity Therapy Management745.0★ (3)East Brunswick——
10New Jersey ABA Therapy - Bright Path745.0★ (31)East BrunswickSat · Evenings—

The 432 best therapists and counselors in East Brunswick, 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 East Brunswick

    Based in East Brunswick

    80/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.7★ from 106 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 106 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    177 Main St, Matawan, NJ 07747
  2. Based in East Brunswick

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “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–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 9 AM–1 PM
    Address
    646 NJ-18 Bldg. A, Ste. 105, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
  3. Based in East Brunswick

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.3★ from 27 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8:30 AM–9:30 PM
    Address
    6 Auer Ct Ste D, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
  4. Based in East Brunswick

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–8 PM
    Address
    495 Ryders Ln, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
  5. Based in East Brunswick

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    561 Cranbury Rd Ste i 2nd floor, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
  6. Based in East Brunswick

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 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
  7. Based in East Brunswick

    73/100RP Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    330 Milltown Rd Ste 22E, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
  8. Based in East Brunswick

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.6★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4 Cornwall Dr #103, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
  9. Based in East Brunswick

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.4★ from 23 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    239 Prospect Plains Rd Ste D201, Monroe Township, NJ 08831
  10. Based in East Brunswick

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu closed · Fri 12 PM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun 3 PM–6 PM
    Address
    646 NJ-18 Suite 214, Building B, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
  11. Based in East Brunswick

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.8★ from 26 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri 11 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    190 NJ-18 #200, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
  12. Based in East Brunswick

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    16 Emerson St Ste 4, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
  13. Based in East Brunswick

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.1★ from 40 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 40 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    190 NJ-18, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
  14. Based in East Brunswick

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.8★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    825 Georges Rd, North Brunswick Township, NJ 08902
  15. Based in East Brunswick

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.4★ from 851 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 851 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    172 Summerhill Rd #1, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
  16. 72/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    223 NJ-18, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
  17. Based in East Brunswick

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.8★ from 52 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 52 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    585 Cranbury Rd, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
  18. 72/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 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 12 PM–9 PM · Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1215 Livingston Ave #7, North Brunswick Township, NJ 08902

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

therapists and counselors in East Brunswick, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Laszlo Center 4 Hope and Healing715.0★ (3)In East Brunswick
27BEHAVIORAL CONSULTATION L.L.C.714.1★ (22)In East Brunswick
28CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy) Center714.9★ (29)5 mi
29Brighterspace Mental Healthcare715.0★ (3)In East Brunswick
30NJBH - affiliate of LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists North Brunswick704.5★ (84)In East Brunswick
31Paul Southwell, Counselor704.9★ (32)In East Brunswick
32Awakened Path Counseling & Psychotherapy, LLC704.8★ (36)In East Brunswick
33Epiphany Wellness Edison New Jersey705.0★ (8)7 mi
34Helene Steinhauer, Counselor705.0★ (18)In East Brunswick
35Lessons N Sessions705.0★ (25)6 mi
36Sandy I. Rodriguez, Counselor705.0★ (16)In East Brunswick
37Joanne Gerr, L.C.S.W.704.6★ (9)5 mi
38Olive Branch Therapy Group704.0★ (48)In East Brunswick
39Proud Moments ABA705.0★ (8)In East Brunswick
40AZZ Medical Associates Pediatrics Care Clinic in Plainsboro, NJ694.9★ (109)11 mi
41Kaleidoscope ABA Therapy Services694.3★ (6)In East Brunswick
42One Step at a Time Therapy Center694.6★ (9)In East Brunswick
43APluscare Behavioral Health694.2★ (24)In East Brunswick
44TheraCorp Behavioral Health - Jamesburg, NJ693.8★ (48)In East Brunswick
45Live Wonderfully Therapy695.0★ (3)2 mi
46Transcend Interventions695.0★ (4)In East Brunswick
47Guided Journey Counseling Center694.0★ (4)5 mi
48Bridging Pathways Psychotherapy, LLC685.0★ (4)In East Brunswick
49Vanessa Hitchman, Counselor685.0★ (5)In East Brunswick
50Vanessa Kelly , Counselor684.8★ (6)In East Brunswick

Also serving East Brunswick

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 East Brunswick
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Alexa Burgess, MS, LAMFT5.0★ (1)In East Brunswick
Barbara Kaplan-Barrett1.0★ (1)In East Brunswick
Center For Behavioral Health5.0★ (1)In East Brunswick
Dr. Rajeswari Muthuswamy, MD3.8★ (13)In East Brunswick
Elissa M. Kaplan, Ph.D.5.0★ (4)In East Brunswick
Feel Better Consulting5.0★ (2)In East Brunswick
Gissel Saavedra, Counselor5.0★ (2)In East Brunswick
JLH Counseling, LLC5.0★ (1)In East Brunswick
Justyna Dmowski, PSYD5.0★ (4)In East Brunswick
Laura E. Sucher, LCSW3.0★ (2)In East Brunswick
Michael E. Solinski, LPC5.0★ (1)In East Brunswick
Monica Lamb, Counselor5.0★ (2)In East Brunswick
Nuptuall5.0★ (2)In East Brunswick
Portrait Health Centers5.0★ (1)In East Brunswick
PsychPlus East Brunswick Clinic - Psychiatrist and Therapist5.0★ (2)In East Brunswick
Robin Deiner, Counselor5.0★ (2)In East Brunswick
Sherman Lynn5.0★ (1)In East Brunswick
Success On The Spectrum5.0★ (1)In East Brunswick
The Cannabis Health Program at COIT4.0★ (2)In East Brunswick
Vanessa Howard, MS, LAC, NCC1.0★ (1)In East Brunswick

How we ranked East Brunswick therapists and counselors

We scored 432 East Brunswick 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 East Brunswick 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 East Brunswick: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in East Brunswick?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in East Brunswick, NJ is AZZ Medical Associates - Primary Care Clinic in Matawan NJ with an RP Score of 80/100. It has 4.7★ from 106 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Guardian Recovery - New Brunswick Counseling Center (#2) and Center for Therapy & Counseling Services, LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 432 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in East Brunswick?

RankedPsychologists ranks 432 therapists and counselors serving East Brunswick, NJ. 40 of them are based in East Brunswick; 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 East Brunswick work on weekends?

175 of 432 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 89 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are AZZ Medical Associates - Primary Care Clinic in Matawan NJ (#1), Guardian Recovery - New Brunswick Counseling Center (#2) and Center for Therapy & Counseling Services, LLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do East Brunswick therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 432 rated therapists and counselors in East Brunswick is 4.7★, with a median of 10 reviews. OB/GYN Of East Brunswick has the most, 851 reviews, and ranks #22. 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 East Brunswick count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the East Brunswick 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 East Brunswick 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 East Brunswick

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 432 therapists and counselors serving East Brunswick.
  2. November 2026: 5 duplicate listings merged.