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Best Trauma And PTSD Therapists in Freehold, NJ (2026)

28 trauma and PTSD therapists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Freehold: Healing through the Heart Center | EMDR Therapy for Trauma Stress & Anxiety, RP Score 73/100; 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 13

    Most-reviewed: Lifebulb, 176 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 28 ranked; ranked #13.

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

28 Freehold trauma and PTSD therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 10 open Saturdays and 8 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 28 rated practices.

Top 10 trauma and PTSD therapists in Freehold 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 trauma and PTSD therapists in Freehold at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Healing through the Heart Center | EMDR Therapy for Trauma Stress & Anxiety735.0★ (19)Marlboro, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Martino Psychotherapy- Same Day Appt. Child, Individual, Couples675.0★ (88)FreeholdSat · Sun · Evenings—
3Change of Heart Counseling LLC655.0★ (4)Marlboro, 6 mi awayEvenings—
4Campbell Counseling, LLC635.0★ (14)Red Bank, 12 mi away——
5Oak Leaf Trauma and Wellness Center625.0★ (5)FreeholdEvenings—
6Nancy Intilli Mertens/ Creative Therapists, LLC615.0★ (3)Eatontown, 12 mi away——
7Serenium Therapy and Wellness604.7★ (113)FreeholdEvenings—
8True Connect EMDR Therapy585.0★ (5)Red Bank, 13 mi away——
9Mindful Healing and Trauma Recovery565.0★ (20)Lakewood, 13 mi awayEvenings—
10Empowerment Center Counseling Services554.6★ (18)Marlboro, 9 mi awaySat · Evenings—

The 28 best trauma and PTSD therapists in Freehold, 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 Freehold

    #1 Healing through the Heart Center | EMDR Therapy for Trauma Stress & Anxiety

    Based in Marlboro, 6 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 7 AM–8 PM
    Address
    415 NJ-34 Ste 203, Colts Neck, NJ 07722
    View profile for Healing through the Heart Center | EMDR Therapy for Trauma Stress & Anxiety(732) 242-4044

  2. #2 Martino Psychotherapy- Same Day Appt. Child, Individual, Couples

    Based in Freehold

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 88 Google reviews, based in Freehold.

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

    • 5.0★ from 88 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 6:15 AM–10:15 PM · Wed–Sat 7 AM–10:15 PM · Sun 6:15 AM–10:15 PM
    Address
    351 US-9, Manalapan Township, NJ 07726
    View profile for Martino Psychotherapy- Same Day Appt. Child, Individual, Couples(848) 200-5596

  3. #3 Change of Heart Counseling LLC

    Based in Marlboro, 6 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR 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 closed · Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 11 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    25 Merchants Way, Colts Neck, NJ 07722
    View profile for Change of Heart Counseling LLC(732) 996-9797

  4. #4 Campbell Counseling, LLC

    Based in Red Bank, 12 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 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 7 AM–4 PM · Fri 7 AM–11:30 AM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    216 Maple Ave #103, Red Bank, NJ 07701
    View profile for Campbell Counseling, LLC(732) 784-7869

  11. #11 MindSpa Therapy & Counseling

    Based in East Brunswick, 13 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    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
    View profile for MindSpa Therapy & Counseling(732) 718-8249

  12. #12 Lifebulb

    Based in Edison, 21 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 91 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    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
    View profile for Lifebulb(848) 800-0013

  13. #13 Lifebulb

    Based in Toms River, 21 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 176 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 176 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–10 PM · Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun 10 AM–4 PM
    Address
    505 Main St, Toms River, NJ 08753
    View profile for Lifebulb(732) 272-0127

  15. #15 Serenity & Sakoon

    Based in East Brunswick, 13 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    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
    View profile for Serenity & Sakoon(732) 200-2316

  16. #16 TheraCorp Behavioral Health - Howell, NJ

    Based in Lakewood, 8 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.9★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 3.9★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–8 PM · Thu 9 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    203 Candlewood Commons, Howell Township, NJ 07731
    View profile for TheraCorp Behavioral Health - Howell, NJ(732) 561-8555

  17. #17 Thrive Creative Arts Therapy

    Based in Staten Island, 20 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–9 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–8 PM · Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–8 PM · Sun 8 AM–7 PM
    Address
    4300 Hylan Blvd Ste 2D, Staten Island, NY 10312
    View profile for Thrive Creative Arts Therapy(347) 754-3228

  18. #18 Worrywell

    Based in Red Bank, 12 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 29 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 29 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    195 Maple Ave, Red Bank, NJ 07701
    View profile for Worrywell(732) 749-2438

  19. #19 Jersey Medical Care

    Based in Old Bridge, 10 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.9★ from 70 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 3.9★ from 70 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    100 Belchase Dr #101, Matawan, NJ 07747
    View profile for Jersey Medical Care(732) 707-4100

  21. #21 TheraCorp Behavioral Health - Jamesburg, NJ

    Based in East Brunswick, 11 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.8★ from 48 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 3.8★ from 48 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–8 PM · Thu 9 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    79 E Railroad Ave, Jamesburg, NJ 08831
    View profile for TheraCorp Behavioral Health - Jamesburg, NJ(732) 561-8555

  23. #23 Inner Mind Counseling

    Based in Tinton Falls, 12 mi away

    48/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Child psychotherapist”.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    628 Shrewsbury Ave, Tinton Falls, NJ 07701
    View profile for Inner Mind Counseling(732) 705-1082

  25. #25 Holistic Mental Health Counseling Services

    Based in Staten Island, 17 mi away

    47/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 51 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 51 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–2:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    Left Side Entrance, 169 Main St, Staten Island, NY 10307
    View profile for Holistic Mental Health Counseling Services(917) 781-0041

All 28 trauma and PTSD therapists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #28, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

trauma and PTSD therapists in Freehold, ranks 26 to 28
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Path Forward Therapy455.0★ (15)21 mi
27Mindful Connections Counseling444.6★ (9)20 mi
28Greenhaven Counseling435.0★ (5)21 mi

Also serving Freehold

20 more trauma and PTSD therapists within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked trauma and PTSD therapists serving Freehold
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Center for Functional Psychotherapy4.2★ (21)In Freehold
Center for Network Therapy, Freehold4.8★ (16)In Freehold
Central Counseling and Care Clinic3.2★ (23)In Freehold
CONTINUOUS GROWTH COUNSELING LLC5.0★ (20)In Freehold
CPC Integrated Health Freehold Counseling Center3.8★ (59)In Freehold
Dr. Dana Spada PSYCHOTHERAPY4.6★ (46)In Freehold
Elite Mental Health Dr. Monica Ariyo4.3★ (16)In Freehold
High Focus Centers Freehold Outpatient Treatment Center4.1★ (131)In Freehold
Lenora M. Ziegler, Counselor5.0★ (13)In Freehold
Lisa Harmon Mollicone, Substance Abuse Counseling & Anger Management5.0★ (15)In Freehold
NJBH - affiliate of LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Manalapan Township4.4★ (57)In Freehold
Pathways Neuropsychology Associates4.2★ (35)In Freehold
Peace of Mind Counseling & Consulting5.0★ (25)In Freehold
Positive Reset Manalapan, NJ - Mental Health Clinic3.3★ (12)In Freehold
Relevance Recovery4.6★ (105)In Freehold
Serenity Counseling Center NJ LLC4.1★ (24)In Freehold
Stress Care of New Jersey LLC4.1★ (323)In Freehold
The Counseling Center At Freehold3.8★ (21)In Freehold
Tree of Life Counseling Center, LLC3.7★ (100)In Freehold
Victoria R Faljean, Counselor4.9★ (14)In Freehold

How we ranked Freehold trauma and PTSD therapists

We scored 28 Freehold trauma and PTSD therapists 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 Freehold 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 trauma and PTSD therapist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure trauma and PTSD therapy is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Ask about their training in a named trauma therapy (CPT, PE or EMDR) and whether they hold a certification in 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 trauma and PTSD therapist

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How much of your work is trauma and PTSD therapy?
  • Which trauma therapy do you use, and how many sessions does it usually take?
  • 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.

Trauma and PTSD therapists in Freehold: frequently asked questions

Who is the best trauma and PTSD therapist in Freehold?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked trauma and PTSD therapist in Freehold, NJ is Healing through the Heart Center | EMDR Therapy for Trauma Stress & Anxiety with an RP Score of 73/100. It has 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Martino Psychotherapy- Same Day Appt. Child, Individual, Couples (#2) and Change of Heart Counseling LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 28 trauma and PTSD therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many trauma and PTSD therapists are there in Freehold?

RankedPsychologists ranks 28 trauma and PTSD therapists serving Freehold, NJ. 3 of them are based in Freehold; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 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 trauma and PTSD therapists in Freehold work on weekends?

10 of 28 ranked trauma and PTSD therapists post Saturday hours and 8 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Healing through the Heart Center | EMDR Therapy for Trauma Stress & Anxiety (#1), Martino Psychotherapy- Same Day Appt. Child, Individual, Couples (#2) and Empowerment Center Counseling Services (#10). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Freehold trauma and PTSD therapists have?

The median Google rating among 28 rated trauma and PTSD therapists in Freehold is 4.9★, with a median of 15 reviews. Lifebulb has the most, 176 reviews, and ranks #13. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank trauma and PTSD therapists?

Each trauma and PTSD 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 trauma and PTSD therapists outside Freehold count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Freehold city center, our service radius for trauma and PTSD therapists. 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 trauma and PTSD therapists 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 trauma and PTSD therapists in Freehold ranked?

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

What therapies are used for trauma and PTSD?

Trauma-focused therapies include cognitive processing therapy (CPT), prolonged exposure (PE) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). Ask which one a therapist uses and what training they completed in it.

Can I see a trauma and PTSD 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 Freehold

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 28 trauma and PTSD therapists serving Freehold.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

More trauma and PTSD therapists and Freehold pages