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Best Addiction Counselors in Balch Springs, TX (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Balch Springs: The Magdalen House, RP Score 76/100; 4.9★ from 158 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 2

    Most-reviewed: Greenhouse Treatment Center, 2,358 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 138 ranked; ranked #2.

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

138 Balch Springs addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 62 open Saturdays and 40 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 138 rated practices.

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

Top 10 addiction counselors in Balch Springs 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 Balch Springs at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1The Magdalen House764.9★ (158)Dallas, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Greenhouse Treatment Center744.5★ (2,358)Grand Prairie, 26 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
3Nexus Family Recovery Center704.1★ (165)Dallas, 6 mi awaySat—
4Judge John C. Creuzot Judicial Treatment Center702.3★ (45)Lancaster, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Promises Dallas Fort Worth704.5★ (36)Lewisville, 28 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Turning Point Recovery Network- Allen705.0★ (5)Allen, 24 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Lambda Group of Alcoholics Anonymous694.6★ (62)Dallas, 16 mi awaySat · Sun—
8Turning Point Recovery Network- Fort Worth695.0★ (97)Fort Worth, 39 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Lighthouse Recovery694.9★ (146)Dallas, 12 mi away——
10Riverwalk Ranch684.4★ (225)Mansfield, 35 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 138 best addiction counselors in Balch Springs, 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 Balch Springs

    #1 The Magdalen House

    Based in Dallas, 10 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Alcoholism treatment program”, 4.9★ from 158 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 158 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    4513 Gaston Ave, Dallas, TX 75246
    View profile for The Magdalen House(214) 324-9261

  2. #2 Greenhouse Treatment Center

    Based in Grand Prairie, 26 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 2,358 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 2,358 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1171 107th St., Grand Prairie, TX 75050
    View profile for Greenhouse Treatment Center(972) 597-0843

  3. #3 Nexus Family Recovery Center

    Based in Dallas, 6 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.1★ from 165 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 165 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    8733 La Prada Dr, Dallas, TX 75228
    View profile for Nexus Family Recovery Center(214) 321-0156

  5. #5 Promises Dallas Fort Worth

    Based in Lewisville, 28 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 36 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 36 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    400 Highland Dr, Lewisville, TX 75067
    View profile for Promises Dallas Fort Worth(469) 546-9303

  9. #9 Lighthouse Recovery

    Based in Dallas, 12 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 146 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 146 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3333 Welborn St Unit 300, Dallas, TX 75219
    View profile for Lighthouse Recovery(214) 396-0259

  10. #10 Riverwalk Ranch

    Based in Mansfield, 35 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.4★ from 225 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 225 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    6960 Dick Price Rd, Mansfield, TX 76063
    View profile for Riverwalk Ranch(888) 585-0007

  11. #11 The Meadows Texas

    Based in McKinney, 28 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.6★ from 49 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.6★ from 49 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    3800 Co Rd 444, Princeton, TX 75407
    View profile for The Meadows Texas(214) 935-5146

  12. #12 Valley Hope of Grapevine

    Based in Grapevine, 31 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.9★ from 106 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 106 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2300 William D Tate Ave, Grapevine, TX 76051
    View profile for Valley Hope of Grapevine(817) 424-1305

  13. #13 Imagine Programs

    Based in Plano, 21 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 2.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    1947 K Ave a100, Plano, TX 75074
    View profile for Imagine Programs(972) 423-6007

  14. #14 Guiding Minds Counseling & Treatment Center

    Based in Dallas, 11 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.1★ from 54 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 54 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1910 Pacific Ave #8055, Dallas, TX 75201
    View profile for Guiding Minds Counseling & Treatment Center(214) 613-6999

  16. #16 Solutions For Change Texas

    Based in Farmers Branch, 19 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    14290 Gillis Rd A, Farmers Branch, TX 75244
    View profile for Solutions For Change Texas(469) 333-0153

  20. #20 Community Medical Services

    Based in McKinney, 33 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 121 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 121 Google reviews
    Address
    405 N McDonald St Ste B, McKinney, TX 75069
    View profile for Community Medical Services(972) 542-4144

  21. #21 Pathway Healthcare

    Based in Dallas, 17 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 26 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–5:05 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    6600 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy #240, Dallas, TX 75240
    View profile for Pathway Healthcare(469) 480-5560

  22. #22 WTCR Dallas

    Based in Dallas, 13 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 2.8★ from 29 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.8★ from 29 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:30 AM–10 AM · Sat 6 AM–9:45 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    1808 Market Center Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207
    View profile for WTCR Dallas(214) 630-7146

  23. #23 New Roads Outpatient Plano

    Based in Plano, 21 mi away

    64/100RP Score

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

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 9 AM–9 PM · Wed 11 AM–8 PM · Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri 11 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–12:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1200 Commerce Dr Ste 116, Plano, TX 75093
    View profile for New Roads Outpatient Plano(214) 924-0932

  24. #24 Anchor of Hope Opioid Treatment Program

    Based in Farmers Branch, 21 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:30 AM–10 AM · Sat 7:30 AM–9:30 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    2307 Springlake Rd Suite 500, Farmers Branch, TX 75234
    View profile for Anchor of Hope Opioid Treatment Program(469) 291-5288

How we ranked Balch Springs addiction counselors

We scored 138 Balch Springs 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 Balch Springs 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 Balch Springs: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Balch Springs?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Balch Springs, TX is The Magdalen House with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.9★ from 158 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Greenhouse Treatment Center (#2) and Nexus Family Recovery Center (#3) follow. We ranked 138 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Balch Springs?

RankedPsychologists ranks 138 addiction counselors serving Balch Springs, TX. 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 Balch Springs work on weekends?

62 of 138 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 40 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are The Magdalen House (#1), Greenhouse Treatment Center (#2) and Nexus Family Recovery Center (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Balch Springs addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 138 rated addiction counselors in Balch Springs is 4.6★, with a median of 26 reviews. Greenhouse Treatment Center has the most, 2,358 reviews, and ranks #2. 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 Balch Springs count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Balch Springs 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 Balch Springs 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 Balch Springs

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 138 addiction counselors serving Balch Springs.

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