Skip to content

Best Addiction Counselors in Bogalusa, LA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Bogalusa: Pine Grove Behavioral Health & Addiction Services, RP Score 64/100; 4.0★ from 256 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 7

    Most-reviewed: Northlake Behavioral Health System, 113 Google reviews at 2.2★, the most of 10 ranked after Pine Grove Behavioral Health & Addiction Services; ranked #7.

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

10 Bogalusa addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 6 open Saturdays and 5 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.2★ across 10 rated practices.

Top 10 addiction counselors in Bogalusa 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 Bogalusa at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Pine Grove Behavioral Health & Addiction Services644.0★ (256)Hattiesburg, 47 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Pine Grove Women's Center603.1★ (7)Hattiesburg, 45 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3BAART Programs Northshore594.1★ (74)Hammond, 39 mi awaySat—
4Alchemy Addiction Recovery "Where Transformation Begins"585.0★ (20)Slidell, 34 mi awayEvenings—
5Eating Disorder Treatment Centers555.0★ (18)New Orleans, 26 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6AppleGate Recovery Slidell554.7★ (9)Slidell, 35 mi away——
7Northlake Behavioral Health System482.2★ (113)Mandeville, 32 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
8Springfield Wellness Center484.8★ (17)Hammond, 41 mi awaySat · Sun—
9Florida Parishes Human Services Authority414.3★ (14)Hammond, 39 mi away——
10Professional Enhancement Program381.0★ (5)Hattiesburg, 47 mi away——

The 10 best addiction counselors in Bogalusa, 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 Bogalusa

    #1 Pine Grove Behavioral Health & Addiction Services

    Based in Hattiesburg, 47 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.0★ from 256 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 256 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2255 Broadway Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
    View profile for Pine Grove Behavioral Health & Addiction Services(888) 574-4673

  2. #2 Pine Grove Women's Center

    Based in Hattiesburg, 45 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.1★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.1★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    3875 Veteran Memorial Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
    View profile for Pine Grove Women's Center(888) 574-4673

  3. #3 BAART Programs Northshore

    Based in Hammond, 39 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.1★ from 74 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 74 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:30 AM–12 PM · Sat 7 AM–9 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    615 Pride Dr, Hammond, LA 70401
    View profile for BAART Programs Northshore(985) 215-8978

  4. #4 Alchemy Addiction Recovery "Where Transformation Begins"

    Based in Slidell, 34 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–8:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    115 Christian Ln, Slidell, LA 70458
    View profile for Alchemy Addiction Recovery "Where Transformation Begins"(985) 690-6622

  6. #6 AppleGate Recovery Slidell

    Based in Slidell, 35 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    700 Gause Blvd #103, Slidell, LA 70458
    View profile for AppleGate Recovery Slidell(985) 250-2002

Also serving Bogalusa

4 more addiction counselors within 50 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked addiction counselors serving Bogalusa
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Addiction Specialist in Slidell, LA35 mi
Milestone Family Resources5.0★ (1)33 mi
Pine Grove Outreach Center - Picayune4.0★ (1)17 mi
Qualified Medical Recovery - Addiction Treatment5.0★ (2)42 mi

How we ranked Bogalusa addiction counselors

We scored 10 Bogalusa 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 Bogalusa 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 Bogalusa: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Bogalusa?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Bogalusa, LA is Pine Grove Behavioral Health & Addiction Services with an RP Score of 64/100. It has 4.0★ from 256 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Pine Grove Women's Center (#2) and BAART Programs Northshore (#3) follow. We ranked 10 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Bogalusa?

RankedPsychologists ranks 10 addiction counselors serving Bogalusa, LA. Another 4 within 50 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 addiction counselors in Bogalusa work on weekends?

6 of 10 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 5 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Pine Grove Behavioral Health & Addiction Services (#1), Pine Grove Women's Center (#2) and BAART Programs Northshore (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Bogalusa addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 10 rated addiction counselors in Bogalusa is 4.2★, with a median of 18 reviews. Pine Grove Behavioral Health & Addiction Services has the most, 256 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 Bogalusa count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Bogalusa 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 Bogalusa 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 Bogalusa

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 10 addiction counselors serving Bogalusa.

More addiction counselors and Bogalusa pages