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Best Therapists And Counselors in Garfield, NJ (2026)

1,985 therapists and counselors ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Garfield: Guardian Recovery - Saddle Brook Counseling Center, RP Score 79/100; 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 42

    Most-reviewed: Shaker Medical Group, 751 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 1,985 ranked; ranked #42.

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

1,985 Garfield therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 770 open Saturdays and 444 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 1,985 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Garfield 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 Garfield at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Guardian Recovery - Saddle Brook Counseling Center795.0★ (61)Saddle Brook, 2 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2New Life New Jersey Mental Health & Depression Treatment795.0★ (57)Saddle Brook, 2 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3A Therapy Life Center754.4★ (14)Garfield——
4Guardian Recovery – New Pathway Paramus754.6★ (134)Paramus, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Resilience Recovery Center755.0★ (34)Fair Lawn, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Garrett Coan, LCSW754.9★ (149)Clifton, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Harmony & Hope Counseling755.0★ (5)GarfieldSat · Sun · Evenings—
8Curemed Pharmacy754.8★ (502)Paterson, 2 mi awaySat—
9ChoicePoint754.6★ (77)Fair Lawn, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Best Fit Therapy755.0★ (4)GarfieldSat · Sun · Evenings—

The 1,985 best therapists and counselors in Garfield, 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 Garfield

    Based in Saddle Brook, 2 mi away

    79/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    160 Pehle Ave Ste 100, Saddle Brook, NJ 07663
  2. Based in Garfield

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews
    Address
    132 Midland Ave, Garfield, NJ 07026
  3. Based in Clifton, 4 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.9★ from 149 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 149 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 6 AM–11:30 PM
    Address
    291 River Rd, Clifton, NJ 07014
  4. Based in Paterson, 2 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.8★ from 502 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 502 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    311 Crooks Ave suite c, Paterson, NJ 07503
  5. Based in Fair Lawn, 5 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 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
  6. Based in Garfield

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 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 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    166 Shaw St, Garfield, NJ 07026
  7. Based in Elmwood Park, 1 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.6★ from 20 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–9 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–9 PM · Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    475 Market St, Elmwood Park, NJ 07407
  8. Based in Fair Lawn, 5 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 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
  9. Based in Clifton, 2 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.9★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–7 PM
    Address
    489 Clifton Ave, Clifton, NJ 07011
  10. Based in River Edge, 6 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    852 Kinderkamack Rd, River Edge, NJ 07661
  11. Based in Clifton, 1 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.8★ from 132 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 132 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    227 Lakeview Ave, Clifton, NJ 07011
  12. Based in Elmwood Park, 2 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 74 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 74 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 12 PM–8 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    66 Falmouth Ave, Elmwood Park, NJ 07407
  13. Based in Clifton, 4 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9:30 AM–8 PM · Fri 9:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    100 Market St Floor 2, Clifton, NJ 07012
  14. Based in Fairview, 1 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
  15. 73/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.5★ from 648 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 648 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1136 Clifton Ave 2nd floor, Clifton, NJ 07013
  16. Based in Paramus, 4 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.9★ from 137 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 137 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    240 Frisch Ct #105, Paramus, NJ 07652

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 1,985 ranked therapists and counselors here; the rest are on their profiles.

Also serving Garfield

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 Garfield
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Blue Life Drug Rehabilitation Passaics NJIn Garfield
BroreavementIn Garfield
C-Line1.0★ (2)3 mi
CBT Specialists5.0★ (2)3 mi
Community Counseling Services5.0★ (2)3 mi
Crawford Jim PhD4.0★ (1)In Garfield
Daily Dose of TammyIn Garfield
Darlene Lowry LPC LLC5.0★ (2)3 mi
Gleam Behavioral Health3.0★ (2)2 mi
growing towards the sun therapyIn Garfield
Justin Kei5.0★ (2)2 mi
Madiha Abbas5.0★ (1)In Garfield
Malellari Consulting, LLCIn Garfield
Mindful Therapy Bergen CountyIn Garfield
Muse PsychiatryIn Garfield
Naftoli Y. Walfish, LCSW5.0★ (2)2 mi
Phoenix Rising Counseling, LLCIn Garfield
Pristine home health care & behavioral servicesIn Garfield
Top Form PsychologyIn Garfield
Yellow Bus ABA - Passaic5.0★ (2)2 mi

How we ranked Garfield therapists and counselors

We scored 1,985 Garfield 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 Garfield 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 Garfield: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Garfield?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Garfield, NJ is Guardian Recovery - Saddle Brook Counseling Center with an RP Score of 79/100. It has 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. New Life New Jersey Mental Health & Depression Treatment (#2) and A Therapy Life Center (#3) follow. We ranked 1,985 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Garfield?

RankedPsychologists ranks 1,985 therapists and counselors serving Garfield, NJ. 3 of them are based in Garfield; 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 Garfield work on weekends?

770 of 1,985 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 444 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Guardian Recovery - Saddle Brook Counseling Center (#1), New Life New Jersey Mental Health & Depression Treatment (#2) and Guardian Recovery – New Pathway Paramus (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Garfield therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 1,985 rated therapists and counselors in Garfield is 4.9★, with a median of 10 reviews. Shaker Medical Group has the most, 751 reviews, and ranks #42. 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 Garfield count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Garfield 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 Garfield 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 Garfield

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 1,985 therapists and counselors serving Garfield.
  2. November 2026: 9 duplicate listings merged.