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Best Addiction Counselors in Bonita Springs, FL (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Bonita Springs: Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation, RP Score 75/100; 4.1★ from 94 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 16

    Most-reviewed: Nextep, 337 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 42 ranked; ranked #16.

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42 Bonita Springs addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 11 open Saturdays and 6 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 42 rated practices.

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

Top 10 addiction counselors in Bonita 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 Bonita Springs at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation754.1★ (94)Naples, 13 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Dr. Scott Jaffe, DO714.1★ (193)Bonita SpringsEvenings—
3The Nextep704.9★ (36)Naples, 15 mi awaySat · Evenings—
4Tls Consulting LLC704.6★ (49)Fort Myers, 24 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5New Season Treatment Center – Naples694.5★ (39)Naples, 14 mi awaySat—
6ATS Counseling675.0★ (6)North Fort Myers, 23 mi away——
7The Kimberly Center654.4★ (38)Fort Myers, 16 mi away——
8Operation PAR Inc654.2★ (73)North Fort Myers, 25 mi awaySat—
9Operation PAR Inc644.0★ (5)Fort Myers, 11 mi away——
10Lee Health Addiction Medicine - Behavioral Health Center644.1★ (9)Fort Myers, 17 mi away——

The 42 best addiction counselors in Bonita 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.

  2. #2 Dr. Scott Jaffe, DO

    Based in Bonita Springs

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.1★ from 193 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 193 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10915 Bonita Beach Rd SE Unit 1122, Bonita Springs, FL 34135
    View profile for Dr. Scott Jaffe, DO(239) 498-5760

  3. #3 The Nextep

    Based in Naples, 15 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 36 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 36 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2500 Airport-Pulling Rd Ste 106, Naples, FL 34112
    View profile for The Nextep(844) 639-8371

  4. #4 Tls Consulting LLC

    Based in Fort Myers, 24 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 49 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 49 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–7 PM
    Address
    13971 N Cleveland Ave #9, Fort Myers, FL 33903
    View profile for Tls Consulting LLC(239) 997-7770

  6. #6 ATS Counseling

    Based in North Fort Myers, 23 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Alcoholism treatment program”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    13180 N Cleveland Ave, North Fort Myers, FL 33903
    View profile for ATS Counseling(239) 454-5811

  7. #7 The Kimberly Center

    Based in Fort Myers, 16 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.4★ from 38 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    6401 Winkler Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33919
    View profile for The Kimberly Center(855) 452-3683

  8. #8 Operation PAR Inc

    Based in North Fort Myers, 25 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.2★ from 73 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 73 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:30 AM–11:30 AM · Sat 5:30 AM–10 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    535 Pine Island Rd M, North Fort Myers, FL 33903
    View profile for Operation PAR Inc(239) 656-7700

  9. #9 Operation PAR Inc

    Based in Fort Myers, 11 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:30 AM–10 AM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    17240 S Tamiami Trl Ste 9 & 10, Fort Myers, FL 33908
    View profile for Operation PAR Inc(239) 656-7700

  10. #10 Lee Health Addiction Medicine - Behavioral Health Center

    Based in Fort Myers, 17 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    12550 New Brittany Blvd #201, Fort Myers, FL 33907
    View profile for Lee Health Addiction Medicine - Behavioral Health Center(239) 343-9190

  11. #11 Valiant Recovery

    Based in Punta Gorda, 45 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    610 E Olympia Ave, Punta Gorda, FL 33950
    View profile for Valiant Recovery(941) 294-2424

  12. #12 Oasis Recovery Center

    Based in Fort Myers, 19 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    3625 Hidden Tree Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33901
    View profile for Oasis Recovery Center(239) 443-9600

  13. #13 LMB Counseling

    Based in Bonita Springs

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, based in Bonita Springs.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    9220 Bonita Beach Rd SE Ste 200-14, Bonita Springs, FL 34135
    View profile for LMB Counseling(239) 494-0869

  14. #14 Lado Healing Institute

    Based in Bonita Springs

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 332 Google reviews, based in Bonita Springs.

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

    • 4.6★ from 332 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9410 Fountain Medical Ct Ste 200, Bonita Springs, FL 34135
    View profile for Lado Healing Institute(239) 948-4325

  15. #15 Robert M. Allen D.O. Advanced Psychiatry & Addiction Specialists

    Based in Estero, 6 mi away

    60/100RP Score

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

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

    • 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    9500 Corkscrew Palms Cir #1, Estero, FL 33928
    View profile for Robert M. Allen D.O. Advanced Psychiatry & Addiction Specialists(239) 275-6001

  16. #16 Nextep

    Based in Fort Myers, 17 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 337 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 337 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    6313 Corporate Ct #130, Fort Myers, FL 33919
    View profile for Nextep(239) 362-0144

  18. #18 SalusCare

    Based in Fort Myers, 21 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2450 Prince St, Fort Myers, FL 33916
    View profile for SalusCare(239) 338-2306

  19. #19 Axiom Behavioral Health

    Based in Naples, 17 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.0★ from 95 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatric hospital”.

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

    • 3.0★ from 95 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    9001 Tamiami Trl E, Naples, FL 34113
    View profile for Axiom Behavioral Health(941) 499-8721

  23. #23 Naples Integrated Recovery

    Based in Naples, 14 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1715 Heritage Trail Ste 203, Naples, FL 34112
    View profile for Naples Integrated Recovery(305) 501-1795

  24. #24 Calusa Recovery

    Based in Fort Myers, 14 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 30 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    15611 New Hampshire Ct A, Fort Myers, FL 33908
    View profile for Calusa Recovery(866) 754-5339

  25. #25 Mission Unity Inc DBA Gulf Harbor Treatment Center

    Based in Port Charlotte, 48 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 2.6★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.6★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3512 Depew Ave, Port Charlotte, FL 33952
    View profile for Mission Unity Inc DBA Gulf Harbor Treatment Center(941) 451-2896

How we ranked Bonita Springs addiction counselors

We scored 42 Bonita 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 13, 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 Bonita 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 Bonita Springs: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Bonita Springs?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Bonita Springs, FL is Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 4.1★ from 94 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Dr. Scott Jaffe, DO (#2) and The Nextep (#3) follow. We ranked 42 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 13, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Bonita Springs?

RankedPsychologists ranks 42 addiction counselors serving Bonita Springs, FL. 3 of them are based in Bonita Springs; the rest serve it from nearby towns. 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 Bonita Springs work on weekends?

11 of 42 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 6 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation (#1), The Nextep (#3) and Tls Consulting LLC (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Bonita Springs addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 42 rated addiction counselors in Bonita Springs is 4.5★, with a median of 28 reviews. Nextep has the most, 337 reviews, and ranks #16. 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 Bonita Springs count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 42 addiction counselors serving Bonita Springs.

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