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Best Therapists And Counselors in Franklin Lakes, NJ (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Franklin Lakes: The Nesting Place, RP Score 80/100; 5.0★ from 237 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 2

    Most-reviewed: Christian Health, 421 Google reviews at 4.3★, the most of 609 ranked; ranked #2.

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

609 Franklin Lakes therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 222 open Saturdays and 133 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 609 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Franklin Lakes 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 Franklin Lakes at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1The Nesting Place805.0★ (237)Franklin LakesSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Christian Health774.3★ (421)Wyckoff, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
3A Work of Heart Counseling774.7★ (23)Franklin LakesSat · Sun · Evenings—
4Live Life Therapy, LLC765.0★ (9)Franklin LakesSat · Sun · Evenings—
5Beautiful Journey Counseling764.6★ (10)Franklin LakesSat · Sun · Evenings—
6Monarch Counseling Center754.6★ (73)Franklin LakesSat · Evenings—
7Karin Schoenfeld, LCSW755.0★ (26)Wyckoff, 2 mi away——
8ChoicePoint744.6★ (77)Fair Lawn, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Resilience Recovery Center745.0★ (34)Fair Lawn, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Garden State Counseling Center744.9★ (78)Paramus, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 609 best therapists and counselors in Franklin Lakes, 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 Franklin Lakes

    #1 The Nesting Place

    Based in Franklin Lakes

    80/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 237 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 237 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun 10 AM–2 PM
    View profile for The Nesting Place(201) 623-3629

  2. #2 Christian Health

    Based in Wyckoff, 3 mi away

    77/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.3★ from 421 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 421 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    301 Sicomac Ave, Wyckoff, NJ 07481
    View profile for Christian Health(201) 848-5200

  3. #3 A Work of Heart Counseling

    Based in Franklin Lakes

    77/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.7★ from 23 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun 9 AM–3 PM
    Address
    1 De Mercurio Dr Ste 2, Allendale, NJ 07401
    View profile for A Work of Heart Counseling(551) 233-2310

  4. #4 Live Life Therapy, LLC

    Based in Franklin Lakes

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8:45 PM
    Address
    44 Cross Ave Suite 1B, Midland Park, NJ 07432
    View profile for Live Life Therapy, LLC(201) 644-6164

  6. #6 Monarch Counseling Center

    Based in Franklin Lakes

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.6★ from 73 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 73 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    33 Sicomac Rd #305, North Haledon, NJ 07508
    View profile for Monarch Counseling Center(973) 348-6004

  7. #7 Karin Schoenfeld, LCSW

    Based in Wyckoff, 2 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews
    Address
    300 Franklin Ave Ste 203, Wyckoff, NJ 07481
    View profile for Karin Schoenfeld, LCSW(551) 655-2219

  8. #8 ChoicePoint

    Based in Fair Lawn, 6 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.6★ from 77 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 77 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    23-00 NJ-208 Ste 2-9, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
    View profile for ChoicePoint(908) 948-8802

  11. #11 Nova Mental Health

    Based in Fair Lawn, 6 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    22-08 NJ-208, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
    View profile for Nova Mental Health(201) 908-8338

  12. #12 Chiropractic Family & Sports Injury Wellness Center

    Based in Franklin Lakes

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.9★ from 33 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 33 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–1 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    801 Franklin Ave, Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
    View profile for Chiropractic Family & Sports Injury Wellness Center(201) 891-5599

  13. #13 Kinda Crunchy Therapy

    Based in Pompton Lakes, 5 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.9★ from 44 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 44 Google reviews
    Address
    290 Wanaque Ave, Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
    View profile for Kinda Crunchy Therapy(973) 506-8695

  14. #14 Ola Wellness

    Based in Wyckoff, 4 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–10 PM · Fri–Sun 8 AM–9 PM
    Address
    451 Baxter Ave, Wyckoff, NJ 07481
    View profile for Ola Wellness(201) 888-6151

  15. #15 KetaVita Wellness Clinic

    Based in Wyckoff, 2 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    365 Franklin Ave, Wyckoff, NJ 07481
    View profile for KetaVita Wellness Clinic(201) 588-6471

  17. #17 Counseling Centers Inc

    Based in Wyckoff, 2 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 2.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    365 Franklin Ave, Wyckoff, NJ 07481
    View profile for Counseling Centers Inc(201) 337-8330

  22. #22 Growth Mindset Counseling

    Based in Ramsey, 5 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 7 AM–9 PM
    Address
    17 S Franklin Turnpike Ste 1-9, Ramsey, NJ 07446
    View profile for Growth Mindset Counseling(973) 668-9326

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

therapists and counselors in Franklin Lakes, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Victoria Tenenbaum Sleep and Behavior Counseling705.0★ (80)8 mi
27Dr. Jolanta Szmuc704.3★ (11)4 mi
28Falcon Behavioral Care, LLC705.0★ (6)5 mi
29Saddle River Therapy705.0★ (3)5 mi
30Successful Student Services, LLC704.8★ (22)6 mi
31New Life New Jersey Mental Health & Depression Treatment705.0★ (57)11 mi
32Search for Self705.0★ (4)5 mi
33Weiss Wellness LLC705.0★ (6)5 mi
34New Convictions Recovery - Addiction Counseling for Gambling, Sex, Drugs, Alcohol, Food705.0★ (32)5 mi
35Lauren Pearl, LCSW704.7★ (14)5 mi
36Rise Wellness Group705.0★ (3)4 mi
37Grief Unbound705.0★ (7)6 mi
38Still Waters Counseling Center (Heather L. Vignali, LPC, LLC)705.0★ (5)5 mi
39Pearl Psychiatry and Therapy Center for All Ages694.8★ (52)5 mi
40Jennifer Scioscia, LMFT695.0★ (36)2 mi
41Alicia Bernarducci, LCSW694.9★ (81)6 mi
42Greatest Moments Therapy694.9★ (29)5 mi
43A Work of Heart Counseling695.0★ (7)5 mi
44Equality Mental Health695.0★ (38)11 mi
45Family Dynamics Counseling695.0★ (3)6 mi
46Sherry Katz, LCSW694.2★ (5)5 mi
47Dr. Mohamed A. Elrafei, MD693.3★ (12)5 mi
48E H Counseling LLC695.0★ (16)5 mi
49Serenity Counseling & Wellness694.6★ (19)4 mi
50Red Oak Wellness695.0★ (9)9 mi

Also serving Franklin Lakes

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 Franklin Lakes
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
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Baker Street Behavioral Health5.0★ (2)In Franklin Lakes
Balance & Thrive Mental Health Counseling And Psychoeducation5.0★ (2)In Franklin Lakes
Beautiful Journey CounselingIn Franklin Lakes
CBT for Anxiety and OCD Relief5.0★ (1)In Franklin Lakes
D C Fagan Psychological ServicesIn Franklin Lakes
Harrison Sally GIn Franklin Lakes
Hart TherapyIn Franklin Lakes
Inner Peace Counseling & Wellness5.0★ (1)In Franklin Lakes
Liandra Hamburg LCSW5.0★ (2)In Franklin Lakes
Lublow Ryan CohenIn Franklin Lakes
Michele M. Jenkins, LLC, LCSWIn Franklin Lakes
Mindful Way WellnessIn Franklin Lakes
Psych Education Services IncIn Franklin Lakes
Stacy Smith Counseling LLC5.0★ (2)In Franklin Lakes
Taylor Henzel CounselingIn Franklin Lakes
Tina M. Sherry, PsyDIn Franklin Lakes

How we ranked Franklin Lakes therapists and counselors

We scored 609 Franklin Lakes 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 Franklin Lakes 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 Franklin Lakes: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Franklin Lakes?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Franklin Lakes, NJ is The Nesting Place with an RP Score of 80/100. It has 5.0★ from 237 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Christian Health (#2) and A Work of Heart Counseling (#3) follow. We ranked 609 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Franklin Lakes?

RankedPsychologists ranks 609 therapists and counselors serving Franklin Lakes, NJ. 7 of them are based in Franklin Lakes; 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 Franklin Lakes work on weekends?

222 of 609 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 133 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are The Nesting Place (#1), Christian Health (#2) and A Work of Heart Counseling (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Franklin Lakes therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 609 rated therapists and counselors in Franklin Lakes is 4.8★, with a median of 9 reviews. Christian Health has the most, 421 reviews, and ranks #2. 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 Franklin Lakes count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Franklin Lakes 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 Franklin Lakes 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 Franklin Lakes

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 609 therapists and counselors serving Franklin Lakes.

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