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Best Addiction Counselors in Gold Canyon, AZ (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Gold Canyon: Restored Hope Recovery, RP Score 74/100; 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 36

    Most-reviewed: Stonewall DUI Services, 561 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 175 ranked; ranked #36.

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

175 Gold Canyon addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 86 open Saturdays and 55 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 175 rated practices.

Top 10 addiction counselors in Gold Canyon 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 Gold Canyon at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Restored Hope Recovery743.7★ (6)Mesa, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Renaissance Recovery Center744.8★ (91)Gilbert, 20 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Canyon Vista Recovery Center734.6★ (292)Mesa, 23 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Hope & Healing Addiction Treatment Centers734.3★ (33)Mesa, 18 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Fountain Hills Recovery724.5★ (120)Fountain Hills, 23 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Scottsdale Providence Recovery Center724.8★ (342)Scottsdale, 29 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Behavioral Homes 365724.8★ (17)Mesa, 20 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Crossroads, Inc.714.5★ (33)Mesa, 24 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Crossroads, Inc.714.3★ (25)Mesa, 23 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Addiction Navigators714.9★ (89)Mesa, 23 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 175 best addiction counselors in Gold Canyon, 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 Gold Canyon

    #1 Restored Hope Recovery

    Based in Mesa, 9 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    11354 E Covina St, Mesa, AZ 85207
    View profile for Restored Hope Recovery(480) 588-6818

  2. #2 Renaissance Recovery Center

    Based in Gilbert, 20 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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

  5. #5 Fountain Hills Recovery

    Based in Fountain Hills, 23 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 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

  7. #7 Behavioral Homes 365

    Based in Mesa, 20 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 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

  8. #8 Crossroads, Inc.

    Based in Mesa, 24 mi away

    71/100RP 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 Crossroads, Inc.

    Based in Mesa, 23 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 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

  10. #10 Addiction Navigators

    Based in Mesa, 23 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 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

  12. #12 Scottsdale Recovery

    Based in Scottsdale, 29 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 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

  13. #13 Easy Does It - AA

    Based in Mesa, 21 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Alcoholism treatment program”, 4.8★ from 195 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 195 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–9 AM
    Address
    1933 E University Dr #24, Mesa, AZ 85203
    View profile for Easy Does It - AA(480) 834-9033

  14. #14 CBI

    Based in Mesa, 22 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.1★ from 28 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.1★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    554 S Bellview, Mesa, AZ 85204
    View profile for CBI(866) 910-1141

  15. #15 Intensive Treatment Systems– San Tan Valley

    Based in San Tan Valley, 13 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 74 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 74 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 5 AM–12:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    36375 N Gantzel Rd #101, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
    View profile for Intensive Treatment Systems– San Tan Valley(855) 245-6350

  16. #16 Community Medical Services

    Based in Mesa, 19 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 201 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 201 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 4:30 AM–3:30 PM · Sat 6 AM–10 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    2940 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85213
    View profile for Community Medical Services(480) 977-1500

  18. #18 Aspire Counseling Services

    Based in Phoenix, 36 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 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

  19. #19 Desert Mountain Health

    Based in Phoenix, 42 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 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

  20. #20 Axiom Care

    Based in Phoenix, 37 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 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

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

    Based in Phoenix, 47 mi away

    65/100RP 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

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

addiction counselors in Gold Canyon, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Monument Recovery Addiction Center644.7★ (70)24 mi
27Community Bridges Central City Addiction Recovery Center643.2★ (92)34 mi
28Community Medical Services644.5★ (52)28 mi
29the living center in casa grande az644.8★ (16)39 mi
30Recovery Syndicate644.5★ (54)24 mi
31Dr. J C. Jackson, DO634.7★ (27)23 mi
32Crossroads, Inc.634.4★ (221)36 mi
33Phoenix Rescue Mission | Changing Lives Center623.8★ (38)38 mi
34Arizona Christian Recovery Center625.0★ (8)25 mi
35Safe & Sound Transitional Living624.7★ (13)43 mi
36Stonewall DUI Services624.8★ (561)36 mi
37Sequoia Behavioral Health624.8★ (154)11 mi
38Community Medical Services624.7★ (157)40 mi
39Axiom Care623.9★ (55)8 mi
40Community Medical Services614.4★ (237)41 mi
41Sigma Wellness Center614.8★ (44)30 mi
42Lifeline Rehabilitation Center615.0★ (8)27 mi
43Intensive Treatment Systems – Central Phoenix614.3★ (95)38 mi
44New Beginnings Maricopa615.0★ (5)46 mi
45Cornerstone Healing Center - Addiction & Mental Health Scottsdale614.8★ (212)32 mi
46Community Medical Services614.1★ (67)38 mi
47Adolescent Substance Abuse Program Glendale615.0★ (19)45 mi
48Arizona IOP - Cafe Recovery by The Hope House605.0★ (6)29 mi
49Taylored Counseling Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) Services604.8★ (54)29 mi
50Continuum Recovery Center Outpatient Addiction Treatment604.4★ (13)44 mi

Also serving Gold Canyon

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 Gold Canyon
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Active Recovery Care5.0★ (2)16 mi
Alive in Recovery Counseling LLC5.0★ (1)19 mi
Arizona Addiction Recovery Center32 mi
Awakening Recovery Center7 mi
Biocare Therapy Wellness Center1.0★ (1)40 mi
Christian Counseling Services of Arizona5.0★ (1)17 mi
Core Recovery33 mi
Cornerstone Counseling Services of Arizona, LLC26 mi
Deseret Counseling Center17 mi
Desert Foothills Counseling2.0★ (2)37 mi
Journey of Hope Healing Center5.0★ (1)15 mi
Main Quest Psychotherapy, LLC5.0★ (1)28 mi
New Hope Recovery26 mi
Opus Recovery Center1.0★ (1)30 mi
Phoenix Metro SAA Intergroup5.0★ (1)29 mi
Saguaro Behavioral Health5.0★ (2)29 mi
Taylord Wellness28 mi
The Addiction Recovery Evolution, LLC.5.0★ (2)27 mi
The Meridian Mind Center5.0★ (2)44 mi
Trauma Center Wake Up!5.0★ (1)38 mi

How we ranked Gold Canyon addiction counselors

We scored 175 Gold Canyon 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 13, 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 Gold Canyon 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 Gold Canyon: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Gold Canyon?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Gold Canyon, AZ is Restored Hope Recovery with an RP Score of 74/100. It has 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Renaissance Recovery Center (#2) and Canyon Vista Recovery Center (#3) follow. We ranked 175 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 13, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Gold Canyon?

RankedPsychologists ranks 175 addiction counselors serving Gold Canyon, 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 Gold Canyon work on weekends?

86 of 175 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 55 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Restored Hope Recovery (#1), Renaissance Recovery Center (#2) and Canyon Vista Recovery Center (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Gold Canyon addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 175 rated addiction counselors in Gold Canyon is 4.5★, with a median of 43 reviews. Stonewall DUI Services has the most, 561 reviews, and ranks #36. 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 Gold Canyon count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Gold Canyon 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 Gold Canyon 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 Gold Canyon

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 175 addiction counselors serving Gold Canyon.

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