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Best Addiction Counselors in Boulder, CO (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Boulder: The Rose House - Women's Mental Health & Addiction Treatment Center, RP Score 77/100; 4.5★ from 113 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 5

    Most-reviewed: Northpoint Recovery – Loveland, 1,140 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 192 ranked; ranked #5.

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

192 Boulder addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 93 open Saturdays and 44 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.3★ across 192 rated practices.

Top 10 addiction counselors in Boulder 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 Boulder at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1The Rose House - Women's Mental Health & Addiction Treatment Center774.5★ (113)Lafayette, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Mile High Recovery Center734.8★ (200)Denver, 25 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Beth Burcham Therapy735.0★ (4)Boulder——
4Northpoint Recovery – Westminster Outpatient734.9★ (123)Westminster, 16 mi awaySat · Sun—
5Northpoint Recovery – Loveland734.8★ (1,140)Loveland, 32 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
6HHATH Clinic - Alcohol & Drug Addiction Treatment724.4★ (8)Longmont, 14 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery (CMAR)714.8★ (70)Thornton, 18 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8AspenRidge Recovery | Lakewood714.4★ (93)Lakewood, 24 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Red Rock Recovery Center714.7★ (146)Lakewood, 21 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Denver Women's Recovery704.7★ (69)Denver, 28 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 192 best addiction counselors in Boulder, 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 Boulder

    #1 The Rose House - Women's Mental Health & Addiction Treatment Center

    Based in Lafayette, 7 mi away

    77/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 113 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 113 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    601 Snowpeak Ln, Lafayette, CO 80026
    View profile for The Rose House - Women's Mental Health & Addiction Treatment Center(720) 776-2144

  2. #2 Mile High Recovery Center

    Based in Denver, 25 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 200 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 200 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1633 Fillmore St, Denver, CO 80206
    View profile for Mile High Recovery Center(303) 268-2996

  3. #3 Beth Burcham Therapy

    Based in Boulder

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    954 North St, Boulder, CO 80304
    View profile for Beth Burcham Therapy(303) 717-2177

  9. #9 Red Rock Recovery Center

    Based in Lakewood, 21 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 146 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 146 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 6 AM–9 PM
    Address
    8805 W 14th Ave #200, Lakewood, CO 80215
    View profile for Red Rock Recovery Center(303) 502-5665

  10. #10 Denver Women's Recovery

    Based in Denver, 28 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 69 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 69 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    3801 E Florida Ave Ste 650, Denver, CO 80210
    View profile for Denver Women's Recovery(888) 233-1553

  11. #11 Elevare Behavioral Health

    Based in Centennial, 37 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 175 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 175 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    6505 S Paris St, Centennial, CO 80111
    View profile for Elevare Behavioral Health(720) 571-0022

  12. #12 Tree House Recovery CO

    Based in Denver, 23 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    3755 Wazee St, Denver, CO 80216
    View profile for Tree House Recovery CO(720) 640-0202

  13. #13 Begin Again Institute

    Based in Longmont, 18 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 24 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–6 PM
    Address
    3601 Stagecoach Rd N Unit 202, Longmont, CO 80504
    View profile for Begin Again Institute(720) 784-3979

  15. #15 SafeSide Recovery

    Based in Denver, 19 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 27 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 27 Google reviews
    Address
    7290 Samuel Dr #106, Denver, CO 80221
    View profile for SafeSide Recovery

  16. #16 Elevare Behavioral Health

    Based in Aurora, 36 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 59 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 59 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2602 S Ensenada Way, Aurora, CO 80013
    View profile for Elevare Behavioral Health(720) 780-0866

  18. #18 Addiction Exchange

    Based in Boulder

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 11 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    255 Canyon Blvd #300, Boulder, CO 80302
    View profile for Addiction Exchange(303) 442-3110

  19. #19 A Way Forward INC

    Based in Longmont, 14 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    600 Terry St, Longmont, CO 80501
    View profile for A Way Forward INC(303) 630-1400

  20. #20 What's Next Counseling

    Based in Broomfield, 11 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Alcoholism treatment program”, 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–7 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    9769 W 119th Dr Ste 32, Broomfield, CO 80021
    View profile for What's Next Counseling(720) 692-7918

  23. #23 Choice House

    Based in Boulder

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.7★ from 98 Google reviews, based in Boulder.

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

    • 4.7★ from 98 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    6901 Lookout Rd, Boulder, CO 80301
    View profile for Choice House(720) 577-4422

  24. #24 Orion Treatment Consulting

    Based in Lafayette, 10 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    400 W South Boulder Rd Ste 2500, Lafayette, CO 80026
    View profile for Orion Treatment Consulting(720) 408-6474

  25. #25 Sheridan Grove Recovery

    Based in Aurora, 33 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.6★ from 155 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.6★ from 155 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2000 S Blackhawk St, Aurora, CO 80014
    View profile for Sheridan Grove Recovery(303) 261-1960

Addiction counselors ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in RP Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 192 ranked addiction counselors here; the rest are on their profiles.

addiction counselors in Boulder, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Glohrey Recovery Center655.0★ (8)19 mi
27Clinica Family Health & Wellness (Walk-in Crisis & Addiction Services Center)652.8★ (8)6 mi
28Flatirons Recovery654.9★ (113)7 mi
29Creative Treatment Options653.6★ (10)22 mi
30Comprehensive Behavioral Health Center655.0★ (21)24 mi
31Denver Recovery Center654.8★ (184)11 mi
32A&D Counseling LLC644.0★ (21)16 mi
33Valley Hope of Parker644.2★ (168)45 mi
34H.E.A.R.T Counseling Center, LLC (Thornton)643.6★ (18)18 mi
35Denver CARES642.4★ (113)24 mi
36BHG Westminster Treatment Center643.4★ (60)18 mi
37Go Sober644.2★ (26)15 mi
38Thrive Behavioral Health and Recovery644.9★ (49)29 mi
39BAART Programs Brighton634.1★ (22)24 mi
40Creative Treatment Options633.7★ (6)22 mi
41Addiction Treatment Help-Center & Rehabilitation Program633.4★ (25)16 mi
42Hazelbrook Community - The Real Center624.8★ (193)32 mi
43Genesis Counseling624.1★ (10)23 mi
44Denver Recovery Group Aurora625.0★ (17)31 mi
45All Health friday8-2624.3★ (3)31 mi
46Greenlight Counseling625.0★ (64)30 mi
47InnerBalance Health Center624.7★ (70)29 mi
48Life Support Behavioral Institute612.7★ (7)35 mi
49Stout Street Foundation614.2★ (73)25 mi
50My Healing Space Counseling PLLC615.0★ (8)31 mi

Also serving Boulder

20 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 Boulder
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
A Way Through Counseling, PLLC5.0★ (2)38 mi
Behavioral Treatment Services5.0★ (1)21 mi
Briana Laurie, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner5.0★ (2)38 mi
Center For Change, LLC1.0★ (1)20 mi
Change Inc. Counseling Services1.0★ (2)27 mi
clinic3.0★ (2)17 mi
Compass Family Counseling5.0★ (1)24 mi
Dan Ronken Therapy: Dan Ronken, LPC, LAC5.0★ (2)In Boulder
Danny J. Shearer, MS LMFT, CAS5.0★ (2)40 mi
Embodied Illumination Psychotherapy5.0★ (2)In Boulder
Family Strong Counseling and Wellness5.0★ (1)18 mi
Glow Counseling Center5.0★ (2)25 mi
H.E.A.R.T Counseling Center, LLC5.0★ (2)16 mi
Interconnections Counseling, LLC5.0★ (1)19 mi
Joseph Andrade, Psychiatrist5.0★ (2)In Boulder
Kate Ferrell Counseling LLCIn Boulder
Michaela Black, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner5.0★ (1)23 mi
OwlSpeak CounselingIn Boulder
Porch Light Health5.0★ (1)22 mi
RhaeB LLC5.0★ (1)In Boulder

How we ranked Boulder addiction counselors

We scored 192 Boulder 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 Boulder 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 Boulder: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Boulder?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Boulder, CO is The Rose House - Women's Mental Health & Addiction Treatment Center with an RP Score of 77/100. It has 4.5★ from 113 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Mile High Recovery Center (#2) and Beth Burcham Therapy (#3) follow. We ranked 192 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Boulder?

RankedPsychologists ranks 192 addiction counselors serving Boulder, CO. 3 of them are based in Boulder; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 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 Boulder work on weekends?

93 of 192 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 44 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are The Rose House - Women's Mental Health & Addiction Treatment Center (#1), Mile High Recovery Center (#2) and Northpoint Recovery – Westminster Outpatient (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Boulder addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 192 rated addiction counselors in Boulder is 4.3★, with a median of 22 reviews. Northpoint Recovery – Loveland has the most, 1,140 reviews, and ranks #5. 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 Boulder count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 192 addiction counselors serving Boulder.

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