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Best Addiction Counselors in Back Mountain, PA (2026)

26 addiction counselors ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Back Mountain: Little Creek Recovery, RP Score 72/100; 4.9★ from 100 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 4

    Most-reviewed: Clearbrook Treatment Center, 451 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 26 ranked; ranked #4.

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

26 Back Mountain addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 15 open Saturdays and 10 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.3★ across 26 rated practices.

Most of this list also appears on the Addiction counselors in Scranton ranking. See Addiction counselors in Scranton

Top 10 addiction counselors in Back Mountain 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 addiction counselors in Back Mountain at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Little Creek Recovery724.9★ (100)Scranton, 31 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2ClearVision Health and Wellness714.3★ (63)Hazleton, 26 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Wilkes-Barre Comprehensive Treatment Center694.9★ (16)Wilkes-Barre, 10 mi awaySat—
4Clearbrook Treatment Center664.7★ (451)Wilkes-Barre, 11 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
5Dunmore Comprehensive Treatment Center653.8★ (51)Dunmore, 21 mi awaySat—
6Alpha-Medicor Health Group634.3★ (38)Dunmore, 21 mi away——
7The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center623.8★ (12)Wilkes-Barre, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Geisinger Scranton Addiction Medicine611.9★ (12)Scranton, 18 mi away——
9Pathway To Recovery Counseling and Education Services at the W.A.V.E.S. Center603.3★ (19)Hazleton, 26 mi awayEvenings—
10Avenues Recovery Center at Lake Ariel604.8★ (441)Scranton, 32 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 26 best addiction counselors in Back Mountain, 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.

Scores below: based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. Ranked #1 in Back Mountain

    #1 Little Creek Recovery

    Based in Scranton, 31 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 100 Google reviews.

    • 4.9★ from 100 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    359 Easton Turnpike, Lake Ariel, PA 18436
    View profile for Little Creek Recovery(570) 630-9354

  6. #6 Alpha-Medicor Health Group

    Based in Dunmore, 21 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 38 Google reviews.

    • 4.3★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1128 Meade St, Dunmore, PA 18512
    View profile for Alpha-Medicor Health Group(888) 916-9937

  9. #9 Pathway To Recovery Counseling and Education Services at the W.A.V.E.S. Center

    Based in Hazleton, 26 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.3★ from 19 Google reviews.

    • 3.3★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    223 W Broad St, Hazleton, PA 18201
    View profile for Pathway To Recovery Counseling and Education Services at the W.A.V.E.S. Center(570) 455-9902

  11. #11 Lakeside NEPA

    Based in Scranton, 20 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 28 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    • 4.4★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    125 Scranton-Pocono Hwy, Scranton, PA 18505
    View profile for Lakeside NEPA(877) 311-3459

  12. #12 CleanSlate Outpatient Addiction Medicine

    Based in Wilkes-Barre, 9 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.9★ from 125 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    • 3.9★ from 125 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 7:30 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 7:30 AM–8 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    100 Wilkes-Barre Blvd #103, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
    View profile for CleanSlate Outpatient Addiction Medicine(570) 846-2720

  15. #15 The Recovery Bank

    Based in Scranton, 18 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 63 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Support group”.

    • 4.7★ from 63 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    120 Wyoming Ave, Scranton, PA 18503
    View profile for The Recovery Bank(570) 880-7901

  16. #16 Miners Medical

    Based in Wilkes-Barre, 9 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.1★ from 51 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    • 4.1★ from 51 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:30 AM–12 PM · Sat 6:30 AM–9:30 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    90 E Union St #3, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
    View profile for Miners Medical(570) 822-5145

  19. #19 Provive Wellness

    Based in Scranton, 19 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 40 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

    • 4.9★ from 40 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1123 Capouse Ave, Scranton, PA 18509
    View profile for Provive Wellness(570) 707-7093

  24. #24 Children's Service Center

    Based in Wilkes-Barre, 8 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.3★ from 58 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

    • 2.3★ from 58 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    335 S Franklin St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
    View profile for Children's Service Center(570) 825-6425

How we ranked Back Mountain addiction counselors

We scored 26 Back Mountain addiction 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 Back Mountain 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 an addiction counselor

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure addiction counseling is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Ask which credential the counselor holds (for example a state addiction counselor certification, LPC or LCSW).
  4. Ask whether they work with a physician if medication for addiction treatment is part of your plan.
  5. 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.
  6. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  7. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask an addiction counselor

  • 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 addiction counseling?
  • Do you offer individual sessions, groups or an intensive outpatient program?
  • 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.

Addiction counselors in Back Mountain: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Back Mountain?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Back Mountain, PA is Little Creek Recovery with an RP Score of 72/100. It has 4.9★ from 100 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. ClearVision Health and Wellness (#2) and Wilkes-Barre Comprehensive Treatment Center (#3) follow. We ranked 26 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Back Mountain?

RankedPsychologists ranks 26 addiction counselors serving Back Mountain, PA. 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 addiction counselors in Back Mountain work on weekends?

15 of 26 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 10 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Little Creek Recovery (#1), ClearVision Health and Wellness (#2) and Wilkes-Barre Comprehensive Treatment Center (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Back Mountain addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 26 rated addiction counselors in Back Mountain is 4.3★, with a median of 33 reviews. Clearbrook Treatment Center has the most, 451 reviews, and ranks #4. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank addiction counselors?

Each addiction counselor 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 addiction counselors outside Back Mountain count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Back Mountain city center, our service radius for addiction 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 addiction 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 addiction counselors in Back Mountain ranked?

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

What is the difference between outpatient addiction counseling and rehab?

Outpatient counseling means regular sessions while you live at home and keep working; intensive outpatient programs meet several times a week. Residential rehab and medical detox happen in a facility. Withdrawal from alcohol and some drugs can be medically dangerous, so speak to a doctor before stopping if you drink or use heavily every day.

Can I see an addiction counselor 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 Back Mountain

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 26 addiction counselors serving Back Mountain.

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