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Best Addiction Counselors in Central City, AZ (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Central City: Scottsdale Providence Recovery Center, RP Score 78/100; 4.8★ from 342 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 24

    Most-reviewed: Stonewall DUI Services, 561 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 190 ranked; ranked #24.

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

190 Central City addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 95 open Saturdays and 62 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 190 rated practices.

Top 10 addiction counselors in Central City 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 Central City at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Scottsdale Providence Recovery Center784.8★ (342)Scottsdale, 13 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Canyon Vista Recovery Center764.6★ (292)Mesa, 13 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Axiom Care763.7★ (9)Phoenix, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Desert Mountain Health764.5★ (124)Phoenix, 11 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Intensive Treatment Systems – West 24/7 Access Point764.3★ (165)Phoenix, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Scottsdale Recovery764.9★ (409)Scottsdale, 13 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Renaissance Recovery Center754.8★ (91)Gilbert, 17 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Crossroads, Inc.754.5★ (33)Mesa, 12 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Aspire Counseling Services755.0★ (11)Phoenix, 12 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Monument Recovery Inpatient Treatment Center745.0★ (9)Mesa, 12 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 190 best addiction counselors in Central City, 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.

  3. #3 Axiom Care

    Based in Phoenix, 3 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.7★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1106 E Whitton Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85014
    View profile for Axiom Care(602) 975-2571

  4. #4 Desert Mountain Health

    Based in Phoenix, 11 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 124 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 124 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    3131 W Peoria Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85029
    View profile for Desert Mountain Health(833) 568-0473

  6. #6 Scottsdale Recovery

    Based in Scottsdale, 13 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 409 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 409 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8:30 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–1 PM
    Address
    8149 N 87th Pl, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
    View profile for Scottsdale Recovery(602) 346-9142

  7. #7 Renaissance Recovery Center

    Based in Gilbert, 17 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 91 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 91 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    459 N Gilbert Rd Ste B-140, Gilbert, AZ 85234
    View profile for Renaissance Recovery Center(480) 526-7738

  8. #8 Crossroads, Inc.

    Based in Mesa, 12 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 33 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 33 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    244 N Ext Rd, Mesa, AZ 85201
    View profile for Crossroads, Inc.(602) 263-5242

  9. #9 Aspire Counseling Services

    Based in Phoenix, 12 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    4225 E Windrose Dr Ste 300, Phoenix, AZ 85032
    View profile for Aspire Counseling Services(888) 585-7373

  12. #12 Crossroads, Inc.

    Based in Mesa, 13 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 25 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    143 S Center St, Mesa, AZ 85210
    View profile for Crossroads, Inc.(602) 263-5242

  14. #14 Addiction Navigators

    Based in Mesa, 13 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 89 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 89 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
    Address
    303 N Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201
    View profile for Addiction Navigators(480) 737-1955

  16. #16 Behavioral Homes 365

    Based in Mesa, 16 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2531 E Inglewood St, Mesa, AZ 85213
    View profile for Behavioral Homes 365(480) 401-5205

  19. #19 Crossroads, Inc.

    Based in Phoenix, 4 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.4★ from 221 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 221 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2002 E Osborn Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016
    View profile for Crossroads, Inc.(602) 263-5242

  20. #20 Community Medical Services

    Based in Phoenix, 6 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 157 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 157 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 4:30 AM–11:30 AM · Sat 5 AM–9 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    4527 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85017
    View profile for Community Medical Services(602) 775-5655

  21. #21 Rock View Recovery - Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Center Arizona

    Based in Phoenix, 25 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 48 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 48 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    206 W Rock View Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85085
    View profile for Rock View Recovery - Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Center Arizona(602) 353-7712

  22. #22 Fountain Hills Recovery

    Based in Fountain Hills, 23 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 120 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 120 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    16872 E Ave of the Fountains, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
    View profile for Fountain Hills Recovery(888) 788-7033

  24. #24 Stonewall DUI Services

    Based in Phoenix, 4 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Alcoholism treatment program”, 4.8★ from 561 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 561 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4020 N 20th St #302, Phoenix, AZ 85016
    View profile for Stonewall DUI Services(602) 535-6468

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 190 ranked addiction counselors here; the rest are on their profiles.

addiction counselors in Central City, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Safe & Sound Transitional Living724.7★ (13)12 mi
27Excellence Recovery724.9★ (56)27 mi
28Community Medical Services724.4★ (237)8 mi
29Community Medical Services724.1★ (67)4 mi
30CBI723.1★ (28)14 mi
31Intensive Treatment Systems – Central Phoenix714.3★ (95)5 mi
32Easy Does It - AA714.8★ (195)16 mi
33Continuum Recovery Center Outpatient Addiction Treatment714.4★ (13)14 mi
34Community Medical Services704.5★ (52)8 mi
35Sigma Wellness Center694.8★ (44)6 mi
36Restored Hope Recovery693.7★ (6)27 mi
37Community Medical Services684.3★ (201)17 mi
38Community Medical Services684.6★ (77)16 mi
39Addiction Resources Inc683.5★ (22)7 mi
40Adolescent Substance Abuse Program685.0★ (43)12 mi
41Native American Connections Outpatient685.0★ (3)3 mi
42Monument Recovery Addiction Center684.7★ (70)12 mi
43Patina Wellness Center | Native American Connections683.8★ (14)3 mi
44Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) - Center For Hope682.8★ (20)14 mi
45Axiom Care685.0★ (3)3 mi
46Crossroads, Inc.684.7★ (62)13 mi
47CleanSlate Outpatient Addiction Medicine684.8★ (49)11 mi
48Taylored Counseling Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) Services674.8★ (54)7 mi
49Arizona IOP - Cafe Recovery by The Hope House675.0★ (6)8 mi
50New Beginnings Maricopa675.0★ (5)26 mi

Also serving Central City

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 Central City
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Active Recovery Care5.0★ (2)22 mi
Alive in Recovery Counseling LLC5.0★ (1)18 mi
Almeria Behavioral Health9 mi
Biocare Therapy Wellness Center1.0★ (1)7 mi
Christian Counseling Services of Arizona5.0★ (1)19 mi
Counselors Associated Inc5 mi
Desert Foothills Counseling2.0★ (2)4 mi
HEAL RECOVERY CENTER5 mi
Journey of Hope Healing Center5.0★ (1)21 mi
LADDER Program – 51st Avenue Health Center8 mi
Main Quest Psychotherapy, LLC5.0★ (1)9 mi
MGA Crisis Intervention5.0★ (1)17 mi
Opus Recovery Center1.0★ (1)6 mi
Phoenix Metro SAA Intergroup5.0★ (1)8 mi
Saguaro Behavioral Health5.0★ (2)8 mi
Southwest Network Garden Lakes3.0★ (2)14 mi
Taylord Wellness9 mi
The Addiction Recovery Evolution, LLC.5.0★ (2)13 mi
The Meridian Mind Center5.0★ (2)10 mi
Trauma Center Wake Up!5.0★ (1)3 mi

How we ranked Central City addiction counselors

We scored 190 Central City 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 Central City 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 Central City: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Central City?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Central City, AZ is Scottsdale Providence Recovery Center with an RP Score of 78/100. It has 4.8★ from 342 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Canyon Vista Recovery Center (#2) and Axiom Care (#3) follow. We ranked 190 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Central City?

RankedPsychologists ranks 190 addiction counselors serving Central City, AZ. 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 Central City work on weekends?

95 of 190 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 62 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Scottsdale Providence Recovery Center (#1), Canyon Vista Recovery Center (#2) and Axiom Care (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Central City addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 190 rated addiction counselors in Central City is 4.6★, with a median of 42 reviews. Stonewall DUI Services has the most, 561 reviews, and ranks #24. 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 Central City count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Central City 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 Central City 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 Central City

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 190 addiction counselors serving Central City.

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