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Best Addiction Counselors in Fairfield, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Fairfield: Pueblos del Sol - Addiction Treatment – A Bi-Bett Program, RP Score 73/100; 4.7★ from 34 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 46

    Most-reviewed: American River Wellness, 221 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 121 ranked; ranked #46.

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

121 Fairfield addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 59 open Saturdays and 41 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.1★ across 121 rated practices.

Top 10 addiction counselors in Fairfield 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 Fairfield at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Pueblos del Sol - Addiction Treatment – A Bi-Bett Program734.7★ (34)Concord, 19 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2MedMark Treatment Centers Fairfield724.1★ (42)FairfieldSat—
3BAART Programs Antioch704.5★ (71)Antioch, 22 mi awaySat · Sun—
4Creekside Recovery685.0★ (9)Orinda, 27 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Fair Oaks Recovery Center684.7★ (132)Sacramento, 41 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Pura Vida Recovery Services684.7★ (119)Santa Rosa, 40 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7MedMark Treatment Centers Vallejo674.6★ (27)Vallejo, 14 mi awaySat—
8SAP Solutions665.0★ (184)Sacramento, 44 mi awaySat · Sun—
9Alta Mira Recovery664.3★ (31)San Rafael, 36 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Akua Mind Body - Mental Health & Addiction Outpatient Treatment Sacramento664.9★ (37)Sacramento, 43 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 121 best addiction counselors in Fairfield, 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 Fairfield

    Based in Concord, 19 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 34 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 34 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2090 Commerce Ave, Concord, CA 94520
  2. Based in Antioch, 22 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 71 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 71 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:30 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun 7 AM–3:30 PM
    Address
    3707 Sunset Ln, Antioch, CA 94509
  3. Based in Orinda, 27 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 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
    51 Moraga Way Ste 6, Orinda, CA 94563
  4. Based in Sacramento, 41 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 132 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 132 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2221 Fair Oaks Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95825
  5. Based in Santa Rosa, 40 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 119 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 119 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2901 Cleveland Ave #202, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
  6. Based in Sacramento, 44 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 184 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 184 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 7 AM–5 PM
    Address
    9719 Lincoln Village Dr Ste 500, Sacramento, CA 95826
  7. Based in San Rafael, 36 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 31 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    125 Bulkley Ave, Sausalito, CA 94965
  8. 66/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 37 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 37 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    9121 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95826
  9. Based in Petaluma, 34 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 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
    1500 Longhorn Ln, Petaluma, CA 94952
  10. 64/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.4★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    10396 Spiva Rd, Sacramento, CA 95829
  11. Based in Walnut Creek, 24 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2940 Camino Diablo #110, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
  12. Based in Vallejo, 15 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.1★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.1★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–5 PM · Fri 1 PM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2100 Sacramento St, Vallejo, CA 94590
  13. Based in Sacramento, 41 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Sat 9:30 AM–8:30 PM · Sun 9 AM–8:30 PM
    Address
    2020 Hurley Way Ste 145B, Sacramento, CA 95825
  14. Based in San Francisco, 40 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.1★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    815 Buena Vista Ave W, San Francisco, CA 94117
  15. Based in Hayward, 39 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 24 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:45 AM–9 AM · Sat–Sun 7:30 AM–10 AM
    Address
    20094 Mission Blvd, Hayward, CA 94541
  16. Based in Galt, 40 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 29 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 29 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    750 Spaans Dr Suites C,D, and F, Galt, CA 95632
  17. Based in San Rafael, 33 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.0★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Address
    603 D St, San Rafael, CA 94901
  18. Based in Sacramento, 41 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 79 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 79 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:30 AM–1:30 PM · Sat 7 AM–10 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    310 Harris Ave # A, Sacramento, CA 95838

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

addiction counselors in Fairfield, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Hayward Fellowship604.2★ (11)38 mi
27Bridges DUI Program604.5★ (104)36 mi
28Terra Firma Diversion593.3★ (87)43 mi
29A Step Up593.4★ (5)36 mi
30BAART Programs Carmichael594.1★ (89)46 mi
31Adult Addiction Clinic594.3★ (16)38 mi
32Diablo Valley Ranch - A Bi-Bett Program584.6★ (57)26 mi
33Bi-Valley Medical Clinic Inc: Kirby Karen MD584.4★ (5)46 mi
34Jelani the Family Program583.0★ (4)40 mi
35Bay Area Community Services (BACS) Rosewood Place573.7★ (6)15 mi
36Stepping Stones to Healing574.9★ (76)15 mi
37Aegis Treatment Centers | Lodi573.6★ (22)42 mi
38Bridges Professional Treatment Services574.3★ (32)40 mi
39HealthRIGHT 360563.7★ (93)39 mi
40Honeycomb Wellness Center564.7★ (30)30 mi
41Strategies For Change563.0★ (7)46 mi
42Golden Gate Recovery564.7★ (33)31 mi
43Family Ties553.6★ (5)48 mi
44Evolve Treatment Centers553.5★ (21)24 mi
45Live Oaks Wellness555.0★ (21)32 mi
46American River Wellness554.9★ (221)38 mi
47Bayside Marin554.1★ (84)33 mi
48Evolve Treatment Centers553.4★ (14)24 mi
49Avery Lane For Women544.1★ (35)31 mi
50Center Point DAAC543.6★ (12)40 mi

Also serving Fairfield

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.

How we ranked Fairfield addiction counselors

We scored 121 Fairfield 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 Fairfield 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 Fairfield: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Fairfield?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Fairfield, CA is Pueblos del Sol - Addiction Treatment – A Bi-Bett Program with an RP Score of 73/100. It has 4.7★ from 34 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. MedMark Treatment Centers Fairfield (#2) and BAART Programs Antioch (#3) follow. We ranked 121 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Fairfield?

RankedPsychologists ranks 121 addiction counselors serving Fairfield, CA. 1 of them is based in Fairfield; 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 Fairfield work on weekends?

59 of 121 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 41 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Pueblos del Sol - Addiction Treatment – A Bi-Bett Program (#1), MedMark Treatment Centers Fairfield (#2) and BAART Programs Antioch (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Fairfield addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 121 rated addiction counselors in Fairfield is 4.1★, with a median of 16 reviews. American River Wellness has the most, 221 reviews, and ranks #46. 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 Fairfield count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 121 addiction counselors serving Fairfield.