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Best Trauma And PTSD Therapists in West Orange, NJ (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in West Orange: Dr. Sharon Freedman, RP Score 75/100; 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

  2. 14

    Most-reviewed: Soho Integrative EMDR, 58 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 134 ranked; ranked #14.

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

134 West Orange trauma and PTSD therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 58 open Saturdays and 35 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 134 rated practices.

Most of this list also appears on the Trauma and PTSD therapists in Paterson ranking. See Trauma and PTSD therapists in Paterson

Top 10 trauma and PTSD therapists in West Orange 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 West Orange at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Dr. Sharon Freedman753.7★ (3)Montclair, 2 mi away—Overall
2Authentically Living Psychological Services | Trauma Therapy NJ725.0★ (20)Montclair, 2 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3EMDR Therapist NYC - Natalie Eichhorn LMHC705.0★ (14)New York City, 13 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Third Nature Therapy – EMDR and Somatic Therapy, Brooklyn695.0★ (28)Brooklyn, 16 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Karina Diaz Therapy - NY NJ EMDR Therapy685.0★ (4)New York City, 13 mi away——
6Kyle Brown LCSW, SEP, EMDR674.2★ (5)New York City, 14 mi away——
7CBT EMDR Therapy of Manhattan675.0★ (10)New York City, 14 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8Barry Herbach, LCSW674.8★ (20)New York City, 14 mi awaySat · Evenings—
9You Deserve Therapy665.0★ (17)Madison, 10 mi away——
10Attuned Healing NJ - Laurie Robbins LCSW, SEP665.0★ (5)Summit, 8 mi away——

The 134 best trauma and PTSD therapists in West Orange, 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 West Orange

    #1 Dr. Sharon Freedman

    Based in Montclair, 2 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR 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
    47 Park St, Montclair, NJ 07042
    View profile for Dr. Sharon Freedman(973) 744-2828

  7. #7 CBT EMDR Therapy of Manhattan

    Based in New York City, 14 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    330 W 58th St #307, New York, NY 10019
    View profile for CBT EMDR Therapy of Manhattan(917) 935-4040

  8. #8 Barry Herbach, LCSW

    Based in New York City, 14 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–10 PM · Fri 11 AM–10 PM · Sat 11:30 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    141 E 55th St, New York, NY 10022
    View profile for Barry Herbach, LCSW(917) 705-5458

  9. #9 You Deserve Therapy

    Based in Madison, 10 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    34 Central Ave, Madison, NJ 07940
    View profile for You Deserve Therapy(201) 951-9165

  11. #11 Gwendolyn Feldman, EMDRIA Certified Therapist

    Based in New York City, 13 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 48 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 48 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–6 PM · Tue 10 AM–8 PM · Wed–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    30 Riverside Blvd, New York, NY 10069
    View profile for Gwendolyn Feldman, EMDRIA Certified Therapist(917) 903-7462

  13. #13 Linda Kocieniewski, LCSW

    Based in New York City, 14 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 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–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    211 E 43rd St 7th Floor, #212, New York, NY 10017
    View profile for Linda Kocieniewski, LCSW(917) 279-6505

  14. #14 Soho Integrative EMDR

    Based in New York City, 13 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 4.8★ from 58 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 58 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    177 Prince St 3rd, 4th & 5th floor, 177 Prince St 4th floor, New York, NY 10012
    View profile for Soho Integrative EMDR(646) 585-1610

  15. #15 KM Therapy

    Based in Jersey City, 10 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 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–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for KM Therapy(201) 528-3774

  16. #16 Hayfield Healing

    Based in Brooklyn, 16 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat closed · Sun 10 AM–4 PM
    Address
    117 Dobbin St #205a, Brooklyn, NY 11222
    View profile for Hayfield Healing(646) 598-9116

  18. #18 Saskia Harris Psychotherapy: Postpartum, Trauma, EMDR, IFS

    Based in Montclair, 2 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    18-20 Lackawanna Plaza, Montclair, NJ 07042
    View profile for Saskia Harris Psychotherapy: Postpartum, Trauma, EMDR, IFS(347) 414-1769

  19. #19 Jernee Montoya, Trauma Therapist

    Based in New York City, 13 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    49 W 12th St, New York, NY 10011
    View profile for Jernee Montoya, Trauma Therapist(732) 236-7889

  20. #20 Sunlight Psychotherapy LLC

    Based in Jersey City, 11 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 9:30 AM–8 PM · Wed–Fri 9:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    220 9th St Ste 2060, Jersey City, NJ 07302
    View profile for Sunlight Psychotherapy LLC(917) 524-9372

  21. #21 Dr. Sherry Schwartz, DSW, LCSW, EMDR Certified, CSAT

    Based in Nutley, 4 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 3:30 PM–9 PM · Fri 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Sat closed · Sun 9:30 AM–3 PM
    Address
    349 Franklin Ave, Nutley, NJ 07110
    View profile for Dr. Sherry Schwartz, DSW, LCSW, EMDR Certified, CSAT(973) 931-1234

  22. #22 Chris Warren-Dickins, EMDR Therapist in Ridgewood, NJ and the UK

    Based in Ridgewood, 13 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    235 Orchard Pl, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
    View profile for Chris Warren-Dickins, EMDR Therapist in Ridgewood, NJ and the UK(201) 779-6917

  23. #23 purepsych LLC

    Based in Livingston, 4 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, 4 mi from West Orange.

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

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–8 PM
    Address
    160 S Livingston Ave #113, Livingston, NJ 07039
    View profile for purepsych LLC(973) 486-6248

  25. #25 Unscripted Therapy: Erika Hurtado LCSW, PTSD, C-PTSD, EMDR, IFS, DBT, Parts Work, Inner Child

    Based in Springfield, 7 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 10 AM–8 PM · Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    28 Millburn Ave #5, Springfield, NJ 07081
    View profile for Unscripted Therapy: Erika Hurtado LCSW, PTSD, C-PTSD, EMDR, IFS, DBT, Parts Work, Inner Child(908) 318-4069

How we ranked West Orange trauma and PTSD therapists

We scored 134 West Orange 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 West Orange 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 West Orange: frequently asked questions

Who is the best trauma and PTSD therapist in West Orange?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked trauma and PTSD therapist in West Orange, NJ is Dr. Sharon Freedman with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews. Authentically Living Psychological Services | Trauma Therapy NJ (#2) and EMDR Therapist NYC - Natalie Eichhorn LMHC (#3) follow. We ranked 134 trauma and PTSD therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many trauma and PTSD therapists are there in West Orange?

RankedPsychologists ranks 134 trauma and PTSD therapists serving West Orange, NJ. 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 West Orange work on weekends?

58 of 134 ranked trauma and PTSD therapists post Saturday hours and 35 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Authentically Living Psychological Services | Trauma Therapy NJ (#2), EMDR Therapist NYC - Natalie Eichhorn LMHC (#3) and Third Nature Therapy – EMDR and Somatic Therapy, Brooklyn (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do West Orange trauma and PTSD therapists have?

The median Google rating among 134 rated trauma and PTSD therapists in West Orange is 5.0★, with a median of 11 reviews. Soho Integrative EMDR has the most, 58 reviews, and ranks #14. 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 West Orange count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the West Orange 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 West Orange 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 West Orange

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 134 trauma and PTSD therapists serving West Orange.

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