Resource Directory
Welcome to Safe+Sound Somerset’s Resource Directory! The Resource Directory is a partial list of the resources available in our community, and is meant to be a starting point to help you identify services and providers. Please note that Safe+Sound Somerset cannot vouch for any of these resources. Search websites, ask for recommendations from friends and peers, and call or email a potential service provider to decide whether or not something is the right fit for you.
This Resource Directory will be updated regularly. Safe+Sound reserves the right to choose which information we will publish.
If your organization would like to add or update a listing, please use this form.
1-to-1 Online Peer Support Chat – LGBTQ+ National Help Center
Anonymous and confidential space online to connect with a trained LGBTQIA+ peer support volunteer. We discuss many different issues and concerns including, but not limited to, coming out issues, gender and/or sexuality identities, relationship concerns, bullying, workplace issues, HIV/AIDS anxiety, safer-sex information, suicide, and much more.
2ndFLOOR Youth Helpline
Helpline and online message board for New Jersey's youth and young adults (10-24)
4-H Hunterdon County
Provides fun, informal, and educational programs for youth grades K-13
4-H of Somerset County
Provides fun, informal, and educational clubs/programs for youth grades K-13
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (formerly National Suicide Prevention Lifeline)
Call or live chat on website. Free and confidential support for people in distress or their loved ones. Prevention and crisis resources on website. American Sign Language services available. Button to call on website, plus text lifeline.
A Center for Change – Hunterdon County location
Counseling and therapy center with multiple northern NJ locations
Abuso Sexual Infantil
Un recurso para padres y cuidadores que enfrentan el abuso sexual infantil de un niño que aman
Behavior Therapy Associates
Counseling center and support for youth and disabled folks; groups available. Many other locations in NJ.
Better Life Behavioral Health Care, LLC – Barbara Costlow, LPC
Private counselor
Betty and Arthur Roswell Counseling Center at Jewish Family Service
NJ State licensed community mental health outpatient provider.
Blueprint Mental Health
Child and teen counseling center, individual and groups
Bonnie Brae
Residential school and therapeutic community for NJ boys in crisis, ages 12-21
Brain Injury Alliance of NJ
Support, advocacy, care management, and info for those impacted by Brain Injury. The Helpline is not intended to replace professional and/or medical advice.
Breath of Life Counseling – Somerset Location
Counseling center for teens (12+) and adults
Bridgewater YMCA
Wide range of services - see tags and website for info. This location holds summer camp, not childcare
Bridgeway Psychiatric Emergency Screening Services (PESS)
For Somerset County residents - mobile mental health urgent care, crisis intervention, and stabilization services. For those experiencing acute psychiatric distress. Also providing traumatic incident debriefing. Living rooms have reopened, available Tuesday through Saturday, 12-8pm and Sunday & Monday, by appointment only
Brightside Family Services
In home counseling and telehealth for children, teens, and families - serves much of NJ including Somerset and Hunterdon Counties
Calm and Sense Therapy – Watchung Branch
Counseling Center for youth, adult, seniors - groups available
Caring Family Community Services
Majority in-home services for youth with emotional and behavioral challenges, and autism, plus counseling
Carrier Clinic
Substance use services for teens and adults
Catholic Charities – Bridgewater Family Service Center
Variety of services for families, youth, and individuals. Early Head Start and Head Start daycare - check website for info
Center for Discovery – Bridgewater Location
Outpatient eating disorder facility - all genders, ages 10+
Center for Psychological Services of Somerset County, LLC
Counseling center, groups available
CenterPiece Counseling
Counseling center for teens and adults
Central Jersey Community Development Cooperation
Community services for low to moderate income county residents
Central Jersey Psychotherapy, LLC
Private counselor ages 11+, specializing in immigrant and Spanish-speaking populations; women's groups avail.
Child Health Clinics sponsored by Community Visiting Nurses Association
Free clinics for Somerset County residents that provide well baby check-ups and immunizations for babies, toddlers, and children who attend school 18 and under. Families without health insurance can access this service. Check website for town restrictions.
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline is dedicated to the prevention of child abuse. Serving the U.S. and Canada, the hotline is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with professional crisis counselors.
Clear Conscience Counseling, LLC
Mental health and substance use treatment
Cognicare Psychological Services, LLC
Mental health and therapy center with social justice perspective
Community Child Care Solutions – Somerset County Office
Connecting families to childcare resources and parent education. Community Child Care Solution’s Somerville office is distributing free diapers to Somerset County residents on the first Monday of every month. Diapers are on a first come, first serve basis. Please fill out the form on the website (English or Spanish) or come into our office to fill it out for your free diapers.
Cooperative Counseling Services – In Home Therapy for Youth
In-home services available through private pay and orgs - see referral column
Counseling: Alan J. Giordano, LCSW
Private counselor for preteens, teens, and adults
Counseling: Debra Sime Kilgariff
Private counselor - teens and adults
Counseling: Douglas Haymaker Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist
Private counselor
Counseling: Elizabeth Arboleda, LPC
Private counselor specializing in women and youth
Counseling: Gwen Bloom LCSW
Private counselor for teens and adults
Counseling: Heidi Smith, MSW, LCSW
Private counselor
Counseling: Marion Rollings, Ph.D.
Private counselor, also with Hillsborough location (101 New Amwell Road)
Counseling: Mary Jo Lamb, APN-C
Private counselor and psychiactric nurse pracitioner for adults and teens
Counseling: Matthew J. Sable, LPC
Private counselor
Counseling: Michelle Badger, LPC
Private Counselor for ages 4+. Faith-based counseling offered for Christians
Counseling: Mindy Klein, LPC
Private counselor for ages 16+
Counseling: Shari Weinglass, LCSW
Private counselor specializing in eating disorders
Covenant House New Jersey
Support for who are homeless and trafficked youth, between 18-21. New Jersey wide
Creative Flow Therapy
Creative arts therapy center - Art Therapy, Music Therapy, and Psychodrama
DCW Therapy
Private counselor focused on teens and adults
Discovery Institute – New Jersey Detox and Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation center with individual and family services
Easterseals New Jersey
Services for disabled folks
Empower Somerset
Services and programs with focus on substance misuse prevention
Faith Family Health Care
Primary healthcare provider - services in English and Spanish
Family & Community Services of Somerset
Mental health and substance abuse services
Family Center for Change, LLC
Counseling center
Family Crisis Intervention Unit
Crisis intervention services for children and families in crisis. Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday. FCIU serves children and families who are in crisis as a result of any or all of the following: juvenile-family conflicts, serious threat to the well-being and physical safety of a juvenile, runaway behavior, youth involved in human trafficking, or youth who are truant from school.
First Step Counseling of Raritan Valley
Counseling center run by North Branch Reformed Church
Franklin Township YMCA
Wide range of services - see tags and website for info. This location holds before and after school care for grades Pre-K through 5.
Franklin Youth Center
Programs for Franklin township youth, and job fairs, classes, sports for Franklin residents.
Franklin’s Grace Resource Center
Central hub of professional and community resources for Franklin Twp. residents
GenPsych – Bridgewater location
Mental health and substance use treatment provider
Goryeb Children’s Hospital Transgender Health Program
The Pediatric Endocrinology team has extensive experience working with transgender and gender diverse youth (TGD). They provide extensive consultation, pubertal blockers, and gender-affirming hormone therapy for TGD youth less than 18 years old.
Greater Raritan One Stop Career Center – Hunterdon County Office
Career Center with supportive, specialized services for different populations
Greater Raritan One Stop Career Center – Somerset County Office
Career Center with supportive, specialized services for different populations
GrowNJKids.gov
Website with a detailed search for childcare providers
Growth and Empowerment
Counseling center for children, teens, and adults - groups available - specializing in child and adolescent, PTSD and EMDR, and Gender Non-conforming and Transgender clients
Harvest Family Success Center – For Hunterdon Residents
Family activities, workshops, and individual assistance for Hunterdon County residents. Includes monthly (every Third Thurs. from 4-5) Pride socials in Clinton for middle schoolers at Clinton Presbyterian Church. 91 Center St. Clinton 08809 - no RSVP necessary
Healing Through Play Therapy
Therapy center focused on children (2-10) and parents/play therapy
High Focus Centers – Branchburg location
Mental health and substance use treatment center -specializing in tweens, teens and adults.
Hillsborough Neuropsych
Counseling and neuropsychological testing
Hillsborough YMCA
Wide range of services - see tags and website for info. This location holds daycare (as young as infants), early education, full day kindergarten, school age child care, and summer camp
HiTOPS
Support groups for LGBTQ+ youth and youth-informed sex education for NJ youth
HOPES Community Action Partnership, Inc.
Variety of community services for 3 counties including Somerset. Free assistance for income-eligible residents. Headstart childcare, health enrollment insurance, SNAP and NJ Healthcare enrollment, senior benefits enrollment, computer lab, info and assistance, language translation services, health screenings and referrals, energy and water payment assistance, discount cell phone program (SafeLink). Second location in Somerset County: Belmont Center, 113 Belmont Drive Somerset, NJ 08873. Several locations in Plainfield and Hoboken.
Horizon Care Center, LLC
Private counselor
Hudson Pride Center support groups
Youth Connect, Beyond the Binary, LezFest, and Rainbow Elders of NJ. See website for more information.
Hunterdon Behavioral Health
Mental health and substance abuse treatment center for teens and adults
Hunterdon Healthcare – LGBTQIA services
Hunterdon Health welcomes Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, and Asexual (LGBTQIA) patients and families. The Hunterdon Health network consists of nearly 400 physicians in Hunterdon, Somerset, Mercer, Warren and Morris counties. Many have expertise in LGBTQ+ health and welcome new patients. Website has info with more resources. Also
Improved Pregnancy Outcome Program – Hunterdon County
Free, confidential services for pregnant Hunterdon County residents - see online brochure for eligibility. Includes Adolescent Pregnancy Project (specific support for this age group).
Inner Light Counseling
Private counseling center
JBWS – For Morris County Residents
Domestic violence services free of charge for Morris County residents (survivors and witnesses)
Jewish Family Service of Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren Counties
Variety of services for the whole community. Includes free therapy groups for youth
Kaleidoscope – Center for Family Services
LGBTQIA+ program providing support and guidance to New Jersey teens and young adults. Groups are held in Camden, Essex, Mercer, Morris, and Sussex Counties. Teen group for ages 12-17. Young adult group for ages 18-24.
La Línea de Ayuda Nacional de Abuso Sexual
Supportive listening and crisis support for people who have experienced sexual violence, or their loved ones. Operated by Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN). Spanish online chat available: online.RAINN.org/es
LGBT National Coming Out Support Hotline
For all ages - support for coming out. Everyone who offers support at the LGBT National Help Center identifies as part of the LGBTQIA+ community.
LGBT National Hotline
Confidential safe space where callers of any age can speak about sexual orientation or gender identity/expression issues. This includes coming out issues, relationship concerns, bullying, workplace issues, HIV/AIDS anxiety, safer sex information, suicide, and much more.
LGBT National Youth Talkline
Provides a confidential safe space where youth can speak about sexual orientation or gender identity/expression issues. Everyone who offers support at the LGBT National Help Center identifies as part of the LGBTQIA+ community.
LGBTQ+ Affirming Healthcare Map
Interactive map and directory of healthcare providers that have proactively identified themselves as LGBTQ-friendly. Some have also been trained by Garden State Equality staff on best practices in LGBTQ+ care. Hosted by Garden State Equality.
LGBTQ+ and Trans Teen Chatrooms
Our moderated chat rooms are for youth ages 19 and younger to talk in a safe space and be able to express themselves without fear of being judged (LGBTQ and separate room for transgender folks). You can discuss concerns, issues, talk about personal victories, or find a calm place to just hang out. All of you get to decide what these rooms are for, and all of you make this community. Operated by LGBT National Help Center.
LifeTies Mentoring for Youth (Mercer, Camden, or Gloucester County)
The LifeTies Mentoring program pairs youth with trained volunteer mentors with the goal to provide the presence of caring adults for youth. Pairing youth with a mentor can support a path to a safe and healthy future. Through Center for Family Services. Services are available to support a variety of needs, including: -youth aged 10-21 (living in Mercer County) who are at-risk or have a minor offense in the juvenile justice system; -youth ages 10-21 in the LGBTQIA+ community; -youth aged 10-17 (living in Camden or Gloucester Counties) who lost a loved one to overdose or youth who have a loved one affected by substance use; -youth aged 10-17 living in Camden City; -youth in the Camden City School District (this opportunity is for school district staff).
Mane Stream
Equine/horse assisted therapy services
Martin Luther King Youth Center, Inc.
Afterschool, tutoring, and summer camp for Bound Brook and S. BB, Manville, Hillsborough, Somerville, and Bridgewater, ages 5-13.
Middle Earth
Services and activities for youth in Bound Brook, Franklin, Manville
Naloxone365
NJ state database for where to find naloxone - 14 years or older to acquire naloxone anonymously and at no cost at participating pharmacies.
National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network
Use this website to search for mental health practitioners.
National Sexual Assault Hotline
Supportive listening and crisis support for people who have experienced sexual violence, or their loved ones. Operated by Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN). Spanish online chat available: online.RAINN.org/es
New Jersey 211 Help Service
Find resources and information for housing, income, food, childcare, health, mental health, substance use, and legal matters.
New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking
Website providing information, awareness, survivor resources, and speakers about human trafficking.
New Jersey Psychotherapy Counseling Center
Counseling and medication management, groups available
New Jersey Suicide Prevention Hopeline
Free and confidential support for people in distress. Prevention and crisis resources on website
NJ Alcoholics Anonymous and Alateen
Support groups with 12 step program - for both adults and teens
NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome
Educational webinars, trainings, and support of families and individuals with Tourette Syndrome
NJ Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline
Call to report child abuse or neglect. All adults over 18 are mandated reporters
NJ PRISM – New Jersey LGBTQIA+ helpline
The NJ PRISM LGBTQIA+ hotline is New Jersey’s first statewide information and referral hotline specifically geared to meet the needs of the LGBTQIA+ community. Compassionate staff ensure all calls are answered in a safe and affirming space.
No More – Global Directory – Domestic and Sexual Violence Services
Find international support for domestic and sexual violence.
NORWESCAP
Variety of services for low-income residents of Northwest NJ, including Somerset County (but not food bank)
NORWESCAP Woman, Infants, and Children (WIC) -Somerset County Center
Parents can apply - provides food for women, infants and children up to age 5 with additional supportive health services.
Out Montclair
Workshops and affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ folks including special groups for transgender folks, teens, and age 50+.
Papa Ganache Project, LLC – Strengths Development Program
Alternative (vegan bakery) and traditional therapy/supports - focus on youth- some in-home
PerformCare
Connection to health services for youth & families
PFLAG Flemington/Hunterdon County
Group for loved ones and allies of LGBTQ+ and queer folks. Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) is the first and largest organization dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating for LGBTQ+ people and their families.
Pioneer Family Success Center
Free activities and connection to resources for families and youth
Plainfield YMCA
Wide range of services - see tags and website for info. This location has summer camp and school age child care (grades K-5) for after school, a monthly charge.
Planned Parenthood – Flemington Center
Affordable health services for adults and teens of all genders, including birth control -Emergency Contraceptive Pill available all open hours -Walk-in appts. often available; call 1-800-230-PLAN for more information
Planned Parenthood – Franklin Township Center
Affordable health services for adults and teens of all genders, including birth control. If you need emergency contraception (AKA the morning after pill), you can walk in anytime they're open. For many services, walk-in visits are available. For more information, call 1-800-230-PLAN.
Practical Insights LLC
Private in home counseling including animal assisted therapy. Therapeutic services are provided in the following counties: Hunterdon, Somerset, Warren, Middlesex, Morris,, Union and Essex Counties.
Practical Therapy Network, LLC
Counseling and therapy center - outpatient and in-home
Pride Center of NJ
Support and services for LBGTQ+ people in NJ
Princeton YMCA
Wide range of services - see tags and website for info. This location has summer camp and school age child care for Montgomery grades 1-6 (before and after school).
Progressive Center for Independent Living – Hunterdon Location
Local services for people with disabilities and their families
Prosperity at Visions and Pathways
Home visitation program for youth 14-21, focus on teens ageing out of foster care
Rapid HIV Screening (Free and Confidential)
Use entrance on Plum St. Results in 20 minutes, PrEP counseling and navigation
ReachNJ
Live, trained addiction experts offer counseling and treatment connections. Also for friends and family. ReachNJ is a central call-in line for New Jersey residents who are looking for help with a substance use disorder (SUD). Each call to ReachNJ is answered by a live person in the first 30 seconds. T
Removing Child Explicit Content from Online – from National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
Instructions on how to remove explicit content from Discord, Facebook, Google, Instagram, Imgur, Kik, Microsoft products, Reddit, Snapchat, Tiktok, Tumblr, Twitter, Youtube, and Other Sites.
Richard Hall Community Mental Health Center
Somerset County's mental health center - also includes a Zufall medical clinic, new in 2023
Rogers Behavioral Health – Philadelphia branch
Mental health and addiction treatment center
Safe Harbor – For Hunterdon County Residents
Services for families experiencing separation/divorce, and programs to work with those experiencing violence. Updates Facebook often: https://www.facebook.com/SafeHarborChildAccessCenters/
Safe+Sound Somerset
Domestic and sexual violence services free of charge for Somerset County residents (survivors and witnesses)
Sexual Health Center of Morrisville Medical Center
The Sexual Health Center of Morristown Medical Center provides confidential and individualized services to prevent new sexually transmitted infections, provide early diagnosis and intervention, and connect individuals to treatment when needed. It is a sex-positive, non-judgmental safe space for adults of all ages, genders and cultures, including people who identify as LGBTQ+.
Simuel Whitfield Simmons Organization
Community services for families and youth
Somerset Children’s Center
Services and therapy for children with disabilities 3-21
Somerset County Library System
Variety of services beyond books/materials, including notary, ESL, citizenship, groups, jobs, etc.
Somerset County Office of Youth Services
24 hour response youth intervention; counseling for youth and families in crisis
Somerset County Resident ID Cards Application
Somerset County residents can obtain a photo ID from the County Clerk's office. This ID card is available to Somerset County residents, regardless of age. This card is NOT REAL ID compliant. However, residents might find it useful as a supplemental photo identification. Need proof of identity and proof of residency (see website).
Somerset Hills YMCA
Wide range of services - see tags and website for info. This location has daycare (3 months +), early education, school age child care (before and after school), and summer camp
Somerset Treatment Services (STS)
Recovery center and prevention services for people with substance use disorders and HIV/AIDS-related illnesses. Includes group and individual services, NARCAN, parenting group. People can join Strengthening Families parenting group whether or not a parent has a history of a substance use disorder.
Somerville YMCA
Wide range of services - see tags and website for info. This location has summer camp and school age child care (before and after school, grades K-5). Grades K-10 with private transportation can also attend
Start Your Recovery – substance use resource
Website with information on substance use disorders and treatment options, including assistance with finding support.
Stress Management Counseling Center, LLC
Counseling center for children, teens, and adults
Strides in Psychotherapy, P.C. – Somerset location
Counseling center
Support Groups at Family Support Organization of Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren
Workshops and support for parents and families with children who have emotional/behavioral challenges
Take It Down
This service is one step you can take to help remove online nude, partially nude, or sexually explicit photos and videos taken before you were 18 (minors). You can remain anonymous while using the service and you won’t have to send your images or videos to anyone. Service provided by National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.
The Counseling Center at Middlesex
Mental health and substance use treatment center - teens and adults, and groups
The Learning Gate
Childcare in Raritan - infant through kindergarten.
The Trevor Project for LGBTQ+ Youth – Hotline
Support for LGBTQ youth in crisis, feeling suicidal or in need of supportive listening. Also info on website - answers and support.
Total Clarity Counseling
Private counselor specializing in holistic therapy
Transcend Counseling and Wellness
Holistic approach - counseling center focused on teens and adults
Transgender Resource Guide
Document by the Proud Gender Center of NJ (PGCNJ) - this resource guide is intended for use by transgender, gender diverse, and intersex individuals, allies and/or individuals navigating transitioning.
Tri-County Care Management Organization (Somerset, Hunterdon, Warren)
Services for youth and families. By working effectively with schools, the Juvenile Justice System, and mental health and behavioral health providers, as well as advocating for family voice, choice and community support, CMOs help youth succeed at home, in school, and in the community.
Tri-County ResourceNet
Updated often - Online resource directory for Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren Counties
Union County Office of LGBTQ+ Affairs
Union County office with activities and resources for the local LGBTQ+ community
University Behavioral Health Care – Piscataway location (Rutgers Health)
Psychiatric services for youth and adults
Victim Connect Helpline
National helpline where crime victims can learn about their rights and options confidentially and compassionately. Also includes website with information and resources. Operated by National Center for Victims of Crime.
Visions and Pathways
Services for runaway and abused youth, focus on housing, life skills, and crisis intervention
Wellsprings Counseling Center, LLC
Counseling center
Whole Peace, LLC
Private counselor
Womanspace – For Mercer County Residents
Domestic and sexual violence services free of charge for Mercer County residents (survivors and witnesses)
Women Aware – For Middlesex County Residents
Domestic violence services free of charge for Middlesex County residents (survivors and witnesses)
Youth Employment Services (YES) – Hunterdon County Youth
Assistance and coaching for jobs, schooling for individuals ages 16-24 experiencing specific challenges
Youth Employment Services (YES) – Somerset County
Assistance and coaching for jobs, schooling for individuals ages 16-24 experiencing specific challenges
Youth Partnership at Family Support Organization of Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren
Weekly meetings and activities for youth 13-21 years old with emotional, mental health, or behavioral challenges
Zufall Health
Provides quality and affordable primary medical and dental care, as well as cancer screenings, etc. After hours: Patients can call any Zufall office 24/7. For urgent needs, you will be connected with our on-call medical provider. For extreme or life-threatening cases, call 9-1-1.
Zufall Health – Franklin Township School-Based Health Center
Available only to children in the Franklin Township School District* -Preventive Health Screenings -Physicals -Immunizations -Treatment of Minor Illness -Follow-up Medical Care -Health & Nutritional Counseling -COVID vaccines not available Location: Franklin Middle School-Hamilton Street Campus West parking lot near tennis courts
Zufall Healthy Smile Center – Flemington
-Preventive Care Dental for Adults & Children -Exams -Fillings -Crowns -Dentures -Extractions -After Hours: Patients can call any Zufall office 24/7. For urgent needs, you will be connected with our on-call medical provider. For extreme or life-threatening cases, call 9-1-1.