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Best Therapists And Counselors in Middlesex, NJ (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Middlesex: AZZ Medical Associates - Mental Health Clinic in South Plainfield NJ, RP Score 76/100; 4.9★ from 98 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 19

    Most-reviewed: Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Edison, 242 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 475 ranked; ranked #19.

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

475 Middlesex therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 194 open Saturdays and 84 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 475 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Middlesex 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 Middlesex at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1AZZ Medical Associates - Mental Health Clinic in South Plainfield NJ764.9★ (98)South Plainfield, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Guardian Recovery - New Brunswick Counseling Center755.0★ (101)New Brunswick, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Rubicon Mental Health & Wellness in Watchung, NJ735.0★ (11)Berkeley Heights, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Solace Wellness Center Mental Health Treatment New Jersey724.7★ (12)New Brunswick, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Capital psychiatry group724.7★ (3)South Plainfield, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Rick E. Rivera, LCSW713.7★ (3)Piscataway, 2 mi away——
7The Recovery Team - New Jersey715.0★ (88)Berkeley Heights, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Kaleidoscope ABA Therapy Services715.0★ (12)MiddlesexEvenings—
9Renew Counseling, Consulting, & Wellness Services LLC711.7★ (6)Piscataway, 2 mi away——
10Rebecca Hopper, APN705.0★ (3)Piscataway, 3 mi away——

The 475 best therapists and counselors in Middlesex, 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 Middlesex

    Based in South Plainfield, 5 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 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
  2. Based in South Plainfield, 5 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1550 Park Ave #102, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
  3. Based in Piscataway, 2 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 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
    808 Ellis Pkwy, Piscataway, NJ 08854
  4. Based in Piscataway, 3 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 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
    University Behavioral Healthcare Center, 671 Hoes Ln W, Piscataway, NJ 08854
  5. Based in Bradley Gardens, 6 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun 9 AM–3 PM
    Address
    13 Clyde Rd Ste 103, Franklin Township, NJ 08873
  6. Based in Plainfield, 5 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 6:30 PM–9:30 PM · Fri–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    108 Watchung Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060
  7. Based in South Plainfield, 5 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.2★ from 37 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 37 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 10 AM–3 PM
    Address
    1550 Park Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
  8. Based in Edison, 8 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.9★ from 91 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 91 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–10 PM · Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun 10 AM–4 PM
    Address
    3 Lincoln Hwy Ste 102a, Edison, NJ 08820
  9. 70/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.8★ from 73 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 73 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    371 Hoes Ln Ste 106, Piscataway, NJ 08854
  10. 69/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 10 AM–8 PM · Sun 1 PM–8 PM
    Address
    820 E 3rd St #814, Plainfield, NJ 07062
  11. Based in Middlesex

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    530 Union Ave Unit 3A, Middlesex, NJ 08846
  12. Based in New Providence, 10 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.9★ from 35 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 35 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    571 Central Ave, New Providence, NJ 07974
  13. Based in Warren Township, 4 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    776 Mountain Blvd #109, Gillette, NJ 07933

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

therapists and counselors in Middlesex, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Your Marriage Counselor694.0★ (4)5 mi
27Positive Reset Mental Health Services of Warren694.6★ (9)3 mi
28Bridge to Balance Inc.692.3★ (3)2 mi
29Epiphany Wellness Edison New Jersey695.0★ (8)9 mi
30Joanne Gerr, L.C.S.W.694.6★ (9)6 mi
31Erinma Anya, Counselor695.0★ (20)2 mi
32Earth House693.1★ (11)8 mi
33Trained Mind Psychiatry LLC South Plainfield NJ684.3★ (18)4 mi
34ABA Centers of New Jersey684.0★ (4)6 mi
35Hellenic Therapy Center685.0★ (14)7 mi
36Be Well Counseling684.4★ (22)4 mi
37Relief Mental Health684.5★ (82)3 mi
38Judith Weinberg Rosenbaum685.0★ (4)6 mi
39Institute For Family Services683.6★ (5)6 mi
40More Life Recovery Center684.9★ (115)7 mi
41Peace of Mind Yoga, Counseling, and Wellness Center685.0★ (26)8 mi
42University Behavioral Health Care at Piscataway - Main Building (Rutgers Health)682.4★ (141)4 mi
43Eleanor Health684.8★ (21)8 mi
44Ellie Mental Health684.5★ (8)2 mi
45Guided Journey Counseling Center684.0★ (4)6 mi
46Care Counseling Center684.9★ (54)6 mi
47Clear Conscience Counseling, LLC684.1★ (134)5 mi
48Calm and Sense Therapy682.7★ (7)3 mi
49Joseph Daniel, Counselor685.0★ (7)2 mi
50Tina Collins, Counselor685.0★ (7)2 mi

Also serving Middlesex

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 Middlesex
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Anupama Saale-PrasadIn Middlesex
APeacefullJourney TherapyIn Middlesex
Christian Counciling Services5.0★ (1)In Middlesex
Colorful Minds ABA Therapy5.0★ (1)In Middlesex
Cooperative Counseling ServicesIn Middlesex
Enter-n2-GreatnessLLCIn Middlesex
General Health Services IncIn Middlesex
Healing Lotus Yoga and ReikiIn Middlesex
Jeffrey C. Danco, PsyD2.3★ (3)In Middlesex
Kleinman Joel PHDIn Middlesex
Life Perspectives Counseling ServicesIn Middlesex
Lisa PerryIn Middlesex
Marie GonzalezIn Middlesex
Marielena Motta, MS, LCADC, LPC, ACS5.0★ (2)In Middlesex
Mental-HealIn Middlesex
Mind Centered Wellness LLC4.0★ (2)In Middlesex
Open Roads Therapy LLCIn Middlesex
Raritan Valley ClinicIn Middlesex
Susan Martinez, LCSW, Therapist Central New Jersey2.0★ (1)In Middlesex
Suzi KatchkoIn Middlesex

How we ranked Middlesex therapists and counselors

We scored 475 Middlesex 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 Middlesex 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 Middlesex: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Middlesex?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Middlesex, NJ is AZZ Medical Associates - Mental Health Clinic in South Plainfield NJ with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.9★ from 98 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Guardian Recovery - New Brunswick Counseling Center (#2) and Rubicon Mental Health & Wellness in Watchung, NJ (#3) follow. We ranked 475 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Middlesex?

RankedPsychologists ranks 475 therapists and counselors serving Middlesex, NJ. 3 of them are based in Middlesex; 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 Middlesex work on weekends?

194 of 475 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 84 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are AZZ Medical Associates - Mental Health Clinic in South Plainfield NJ (#1), Guardian Recovery - New Brunswick Counseling Center (#2) and Rubicon Mental Health & Wellness in Watchung, NJ (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Middlesex therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 475 rated therapists and counselors in Middlesex is 4.8★, with a median of 9 reviews. Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Edison has the most, 242 reviews, and ranks #19. 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 Middlesex count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 475 therapists and counselors serving Middlesex.
  2. November 2026: 3 duplicate listings merged.