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Best Addiction Counselors in East Norwalk, CT (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in East Norwalk: Lantana Recovery, RP Score 76/100; 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 10

    Most-reviewed: BlueCrest Recovery Center, 669 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 339 ranked; ranked #10.

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

339 East Norwalk addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 155 open Saturdays and 76 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.1★ across 339 rated practices.

Top 10 addiction counselors in East Norwalk 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 East Norwalk at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Lantana Recovery765.0★ (3)Norwalk, 1 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2New Foundations Recovery765.0★ (3)Norwalk, 1 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Release Recovery744.6★ (63)Port Chester, 17 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Connecticut Addiction Medicine, LLC724.9★ (24)Bridgeport, 12 mi awaySat · Sun—
5Long Island Addiction Treatment Resources725.0★ (25)Hauppauge, 22 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6The Counseling Center at Yorktown Heights704.3★ (12)Jefferson Valley-Yorktown, 23 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Grupo Cuento Contigo704.5★ (4)Bridgeport, 11 mi away——
8Ascendant Intensive Outpatient Program NYC695.0★ (95)New York City, 38 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9New Prospects693.3★ (15)Bridgeport, 12 mi away——
10BlueCrest Recovery Center694.8★ (669)Woodland Park, 44 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews

The 339 best addiction counselors in East Norwalk, 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 East Norwalk

    #1 Lantana Recovery

    Based in Norwalk, 1 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    168 East Ave #5, Norwalk, CT 06851
    View profile for Lantana Recovery(475) 447-1081

  2. #2 New Foundations Recovery

    Based in Norwalk, 1 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    3 Park St 1st Floor, Norwalk, CT 06851
    View profile for New Foundations Recovery(203) 604-6268

  3. #3 Release Recovery

    Based in Port Chester, 17 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 63 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 63 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    3020 Westchester Ave Ste 400, Purchase, NY 10577
    View profile for Release Recovery(914) 226-4960

  7. #7 Grupo Cuento Contigo

    Based in Bridgeport, 11 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Alcoholism treatment program”, 4.5★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    247 Ash St, Bridgeport, CT 06605
    View profile for Grupo Cuento Contigo

  9. #9 New Prospects

    Based in Bridgeport, 12 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.3★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 15 Google reviews
    Address
    392 Prospect St, Bridgeport, CT 06604
    View profile for New Prospects(203) 610-6252

  10. #10 BlueCrest Recovery Center

    Based in Woodland Park, 44 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 669 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 669 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    482 Notch Rd, Woodland Park, NJ 07424
    View profile for BlueCrest Recovery Center(973) 788-8080

  12. #12 Phoenix House - Hauppauge

    Based in Hauppauge, 22 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 2.9★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.9★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    220 Veterans Memorial Hwy, Hauppauge, NY 11788
    View profile for Phoenix House - Hauppauge(844) 815-1508

  13. #13 Talbot House

    Based in Bohemia, 28 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.1★ from 24 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    30 Carlough Rd # C, Bohemia, NY 11716
    View profile for Talbot House(631) 589-4144

  14. #14 Phoenix House - Brentwood

    Based in Brentwood, 22 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 2.3★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    H Rd Building 5, Brentwood, NY 11717
    View profile for Phoenix House - Brentwood(844) 815-1508

  15. #15 Sterling Recovery Services

    Based in Greenwich, 14 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    530 Old Post Rd 3 First Floor, Greenwich, CT 06830
    View profile for Sterling Recovery Services(800) 807-8213

  17. #17 Center for Human Services

    Based in Stratford, 14 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.1★ from 125 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 125 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 5:30 AM–12:30 PM · Fri 5:30 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 6:30 AM–10:30 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    2 Research Dr, Stratford, CT 06615
    View profile for Center for Human Services(203) 386-8802

  18. #18 Cliffside Recovery

    Based in Englewood, 33 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 33 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 33 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    97 Engle St, Englewood, NJ 07631
    View profile for Cliffside Recovery(201) 430-7125

  20. #20 Phelps Alcoholism Treatment

    Based in Ossining, 24 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 2.6★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.6★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    22 Rockledge Ave, Ossining, NY 10562
    View profile for Phelps Alcoholism Treatment(914) 944-5220

  21. #21 Liberation Programs Bridgeport Outpatient Services

    Based in Bridgeport, 14 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.0★ from 23 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:30 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 6 AM–10 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    399 Mill Hill Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06610
    View profile for Liberation Programs Bridgeport Outpatient Services(203) 384-9301

  23. #23 Project Reward

    Based in Norwalk, 1 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Alcoholism treatment program”, 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 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9 Mott Ave, Norwalk, CT 06850
    View profile for Project Reward(203) 523-5793

  25. #25 Vida Family Services Inc

    Based in New York City, 36 mi away

    66/100RP Score

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

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

    • 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    127 E 105th St, New York, NY 10029
    View profile for Vida Family Services Inc(212) 289-1004

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

addiction counselors in East Norwalk, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Avatar Recovery Center664.9★ (69)47 mi
27Ed Thompson Veterans Program654.0★ (12)36 mi
28Care Counseling Center655.0★ (33)36 mi
29Connecticut Renaissance Inc653.0★ (3)21 mi
30Cornerstone of Medical Arts Center654.1★ (204)34 mi
31Daytop Village Inc654.0★ (17)19 mi
32Long Island Center For Recovery654.5★ (130)47 mi
33Richmond Hill Medically Assisted Treatment and Recovery Center653.5★ (13)36 mi
34Washington Heights CORNER Project654.1★ (79)33 mi
35Recovery Network Of Programs Inc654.4★ (9)11 mi
36Project Courage654.9★ (13)13 mi
37Faith Mission Crisis Center653.5★ (16)36 mi
38Mountainside Treatment Center - Huntington654.8★ (21)16 mi
39KPC643.8★ (10)22 mi
40Tempo Group, Inc.643.7★ (6)20 mi
41The Kenneth Peters Center for Recovery (Part of the Forge Health Family of Companies)643.8★ (16)22 mi
42Argus Community Inc Striver House641.8★ (8)35 mi
43Family Service League642.6★ (14)35 mi
44Apt Foundation644.3★ (331)32 mi
45J-Cap Medical642.7★ (21)36 mi
46FCA Hicksville Family Treatment & Recovery Center644.0★ (9)24 mi
47Jovenes Brooklyn AA644.6★ (19)45 mi
48MCCA - Derby Outpatient Clinic634.5★ (42)22 mi
49Restore Wellness PLLC: Varinder S. Rathore, M.D.634.9★ (7)21 mi
50The Substance Abuse Treatment Unit633.0★ (3)28 mi

Also serving East Norwalk

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 East Norwalk
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Advanced Human Services, Inc.4.0★ (2)35 mi
Cheryl Hecht LCSW PLLC5.0★ (2)28 mi
Connecticut Renaissance5.0★ (2)36 mi
Connecticut Renaissance Inc.2.5★ (2)1 mi
FCA Hempstead Family Treatment & Recovery Center5.0★ (2)30 mi
Fifth Avenue Psychiatry5.0★ (2)37 mi
Forge Health5.0★ (2)35 mi
Healthwise Counseling LCSW, PLLC5.0★ (2)27 mi
Hunts Point Multi-Services Center5.0★ (2)33 mi
ISL Psychiatric Services- Board Certified Psychiatrists3.0★ (2)32 mi
Just 4 You Family Support Services, LLC3.0★ (2)28 mi
Lexington Center5.0★ (2)31 mi
Lisa Mineo, MA, LMFT, CASAC5.0★ (2)30 mi
McCall Behavioral Health Network5.0★ (2)37 mi
North Shore Center5.0★ (2)28 mi
Professional Alcoholism Counseling4.5★ (2)24 mi
Queens Village Committee-Mental2.5★ (2)36 mi
Ryan Bordine, LCSW First Step Therapy & Wellness Group1.0★ (2)24 mi
Sex Addiction Healing5.0★ (2)28 mi
Turning Point Behavioral Health Center5.0★ (2)30 mi

How we ranked East Norwalk addiction counselors

We scored 339 East Norwalk 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 East Norwalk 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 East Norwalk: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in East Norwalk?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in East Norwalk, CT is Lantana Recovery with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. New Foundations Recovery (#2) and Release Recovery (#3) follow. We ranked 339 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in East Norwalk?

RankedPsychologists ranks 339 addiction counselors serving East Norwalk, CT. 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 East Norwalk work on weekends?

155 of 339 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 76 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Lantana Recovery (#1), New Foundations Recovery (#2) and Release Recovery (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do East Norwalk addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 339 rated addiction counselors in East Norwalk is 4.1★, with a median of 17 reviews. BlueCrest Recovery Center has the most, 669 reviews, and ranks #10. 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 East Norwalk count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the East Norwalk 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 East Norwalk 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 East Norwalk

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 339 addiction counselors serving East Norwalk.

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