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Best Addiction Counselors in East York, ON (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in East York: Simcoe Addiction & Mental Health Toronto, RP Score 75/100; 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 21

    Most-reviewed: Progress Centre Medical, 1,517 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 92 ranked; ranked #21.

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92 East York addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 48 open Saturdays and 39 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 92 rated practices.

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

Top 10 addiction counselors in East York 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 York at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Simcoe Addiction & Mental Health Toronto754.2★ (5)Toronto, 6 km awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Trafalgar Addiction Counselling Centre753.2★ (9)Toronto, 5 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Addictions Canada745.0★ (5)Toronto, 2 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Sunshine Coast Health Centre745.0★ (11)Toronto, 6 km awaySat · Sun—
5Canadian Centre for Addictions - Call Centre in Toronto, Ontario, CA744.6★ (36)North York, 11 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Addiction Canada734.5★ (10)Richmond Hill, 22 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7York Addiction & Mental Health704.1★ (45)Aurora, 36 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Twelve Mile Recovery705.0★ (130)St. Catharines, 59 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9William Osler Health System - Withdrawal Management Centre683.2★ (43)Brampton, 35 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Twelve Mile Recovery at Rodman Hall684.9★ (44)St. Catharines, 60 km awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 92 best addiction counselors in East York, 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 Addictions Canada

    Based in Toronto, 2 km away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 PM–12 AM
    Address
    588A Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 1R1
    View profile for Addictions Canada(437) 552-5582

  4. #4 Sunshine Coast Health Centre

    Based in Toronto, 6 km away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 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 12 AM–5 PM · Tue–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 PM–12 AM · Sun 12 AM–5 PM
    Address
    151 Yonge St 11th Floor, Toronto, ON M5C 2W7
    View profile for Sunshine Coast Health Centre(437) 800-2205

  5. #5 Canadian Centre for Addictions - Call Centre in Toronto, Ontario, CA

    Based in North York, 11 km away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 36 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 36 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 6 AM–11 PM
    Address
    5000 Yonge St #1901, North York, ON M2N 7E9
    View profile for Canadian Centre for Addictions - Call Centre in Toronto, Ontario, CA(855) 253-0055

  6. #6 Addiction Canada

    Based in Richmond Hill, 22 km away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    3650 Langstaff Rd #14, Woodbridge, ON L4L 9A8
    View profile for Addiction Canada(844) 663-2017

  8. #8 Twelve Mile Recovery

    Based in St. Catharines, 59 km away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 130 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 130 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    125 Lake St, St. Catharines, ON L2R 5X9
    View profile for Twelve Mile Recovery(289) 301-8852

  11. #11 Miracle Laser

    Based in Ajax, 28 km away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    40 Old Kingston Rd, Ajax, ON L1T 2Z7
    View profile for Miracle Laser(647) 493-4416

  12. #12 UMATTERCARE- Mental Health and Addiction Services

    Based in Etobicoke, 27 km away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 18 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9:30 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 9:30 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    View profile for UMATTERCARE- Mental Health and Addiction Services(416) 822-0132

  16. #16 New Dawn Medical

    Based in Pickering, 27 km away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 61 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 61 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1755 Pickering Pkwy Unit 2, Pickering, ON L1V 6K5
    View profile for New Dawn Medical(647) 625-8799

  18. #18 ACT Addiction Centre Toronto

    Based in Toronto, 1 km away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.7★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 3.7★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–3:30 PM · Tue 9:30 AM–4:45 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–3:45 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–3:45 PM
    Address
    1288 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4J 1M6
    View profile for ACT Addiction Centre Toronto(416) 462-0228

  19. #19 Alpha House

    Based in Toronto, 3 km away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.4★ from 43 Google reviews, 3 km from East York.

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

    • 4.4★ from 43 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    647 Broadview Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 2N9
    View profile for Alpha House(416) 469-1700

  20. #20 The Addiction Specialists

    Based in Burlington, 49 km away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 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 7 AM–10 PM
    Address
    5063 N Service Rd, Burlington, ON L7L 5H6
    View profile for The Addiction Specialists(905) 902-7917

  21. #21 Progress Centre Medical

    Based in Scarborough, 9 km away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.5★ from 1,517 Google reviews, 9 km from East York.

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

    • 4.5★ from 1,517 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    9 Progress Ave, Scarborough, ON M1P 5A4
    View profile for Progress Centre Medical(647) 350-6662

  23. #23 Peel Addiction Assessment & Referral Centre

    Based in Mississauga, 25 km away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.8★ from 25 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.8★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Wed 12:30 PM–8 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5170 Dixie Rd Unit 302, Mississauga, ON L4W 1E3
    View profile for Peel Addiction Assessment & Referral Centre(905) 629-1007

  24. #24 EHN Bellwood Toronto

    Based in East York

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.2★ from 241 Google reviews, based in East York.

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

    • 4.2★ from 241 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–6 PM
    Address
    175 Brentcliffe Rd, East York, ON M4G 0C5
    View profile for EHN Bellwood Toronto(866) 349-3869

  25. #25 Addiction Services Central Ontario (ASCO)

    Based in Aurora, 35 km away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 22 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    14785 Yonge St Unit 210, Aurora, ON L4G 1N1
    View profile for Addiction Services Central Ontario (ASCO)(905) 841-7007

How we ranked East York addiction counselors

We scored 92 East York 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 York 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 York: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in East York?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in East York, ON is Simcoe Addiction & Mental Health Toronto with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Trafalgar Addiction Counselling Centre (#2) and Addictions Canada (#3) follow. We ranked 92 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in East York?

RankedPsychologists ranks 92 addiction counselors serving East York, ON. 1 of them is based in East York; 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 East York work on weekends?

48 of 92 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 39 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Simcoe Addiction & Mental Health Toronto (#1), Trafalgar Addiction Counselling Centre (#2) and Addictions Canada (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do East York addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 92 rated addiction counselors in East York is 4.5★, with a median of 22 reviews. Progress Centre Medical has the most, 1,517 reviews, and ranks #21. 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 York count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 80 km of the East York city centre, 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 York 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 York

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 92 addiction counselors serving East York.

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