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Best Addiction Counselors in Harker Heights, TX (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Harker Heights: Virtue Recovery Center Killeen Texas, RP Score 82/100; 4.9★ from 307 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 10

    Most-reviewed: The Arbor Behavioral Healthcare, 121 Google reviews at 4.3★, the most of 25 ranked after Virtue Recovery Center Killeen Texas; ranked #10.

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

25 Harker Heights addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 8 open Saturdays and 6 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.3★ across 25 rated practices.

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

Top 10 addiction counselors in Harker Heights 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 Harker Heights at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Virtue Recovery Center Killeen Texas824.9★ (307)Killeen, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Word of Life Substance Abuse Center675.0★ (6)Killeen, 5 mi awayEvenings—
3Care Counseling Services a Program of Cenikor Foundation672.7★ (7)Killeen, 2 mi away——
4Legacy Texas654.6★ (22)Austin, 44 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5New Hope Ranch644.3★ (103)Austin, 49 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Christian Farms Treehouse643.5★ (41)Temple, 14 mi away——
7Community Medical Services614.7★ (55)Cedar Park, 39 mi awaySat—
8MedMark Treatment Centers Waco584.3★ (41)Waco, 44 mi awaySat—
9Oakvine Recovery Center574.7★ (27)Round Rock, 41 mi away——
10The Arbor Behavioral Healthcare554.3★ (121)Georgetown, 29 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews

The 25 best addiction counselors in Harker Heights, 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.

Scores below: based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  4. #4 Legacy Texas

    Based in Austin, 44 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 22 Google reviews.

    • 4.6★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    8455 Lyndon Ln Building C, Austin, TX 78729
    View profile for Legacy Texas(737) 257-5703

  5. #5 New Hope Ranch

    Based in Austin, 49 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 103 Google reviews.

    • 4.3★ from 103 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    11908 Sparks Rd, Manor, TX 78653
    View profile for New Hope Ranch(737) 263-0767

  6. #6 Christian Farms Treehouse

    Based in Temple, 14 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.5★ from 41 Google reviews.

    • 3.5★ from 41 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3804 Riverside Trail, Temple, TX 76502
    View profile for Christian Farms Treehouse(254) 933-9400

  7. #7 Community Medical Services

    Based in Cedar Park, 39 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 55 Google reviews.

    • 4.7★ from 55 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:30 AM–1 PM · Sat 7 AM–10 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    1101 Arrow Point Dr #214, Cedar Park, TX 78613
    View profile for Community Medical Services(512) 986-7743

  9. #9 Oakvine Recovery Center

    Based in Round Rock, 41 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 27 Google reviews.

    • 4.7★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2631 Gattis School Rd Bldg 4 Suite 455, Round Rock, TX 78664
    View profile for Oakvine Recovery Center(512) 745-9446

  12. #12 Eric Meehan, Psychiatrist

    Based in Temple, 17 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

    • 4.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3010 W Scott Blvd #103, Temple, TX 76504
    View profile for Eric Meehan, Psychiatrist(254) 773-4022

  20. #20 Iron Ridge Recovery

    Based in Austin, 48 mi away

    42/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

    • 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4030 W Braker Ln Ste 410, Austin, TX 78759
    View profile for Iron Ridge Recovery(512) 877-8616

  21. #21 Rock Springs Changes

    Based in Cedar Park, 39 mi away

    42/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.1★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

    • 3.1★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1335 E Whitestone Blvd Ste Z200, Cedar Park, TX 78613
    View profile for Rock Springs Changes(737) 808-1700

How we ranked Harker Heights addiction counselors

We scored 25 Harker Heights 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 Harker Heights 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 Harker Heights: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Harker Heights?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Harker Heights, TX is Virtue Recovery Center Killeen Texas with an RP Score of 82/100. It has 4.9★ from 307 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Word of Life Substance Abuse Center (#2) and Care Counseling Services a Program of Cenikor Foundation (#3) follow. We ranked 25 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Harker Heights?

RankedPsychologists ranks 25 addiction counselors serving Harker Heights, TX. 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 Harker Heights work on weekends?

8 of 25 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 6 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Virtue Recovery Center Killeen Texas (#1), Legacy Texas (#4) and New Hope Ranch (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Harker Heights addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 25 rated addiction counselors in Harker Heights is 4.3★, with a median of 22 reviews. Virtue Recovery Center Killeen Texas has the most, 307 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 Harker Heights count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Harker Heights 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 Harker Heights 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 Harker Heights

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 25 addiction counselors serving Harker Heights.

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