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Best Addiction Counselors in Johnson City, TN (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Johnson City: DRAGONFLY MEDICAL AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - SAME DAY APPOINTMENTS IN JOHNSON CITY, TN, RP Score 75/100; 4.7★ from 175 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 4 PM.

  2. 17

    Most-reviewed: Breakthrough Medical, 201 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 42 ranked; ranked #17.

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

42 Johnson City addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 9 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.3★ across 42 rated practices.

Top 10 addiction counselors in Johnson City 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 Johnson City at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1DRAGONFLY MEDICAL AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - SAME DAY APPOINTMENTS IN JOHNSON CITY, TN754.7★ (175)Johnson CitySat · EveningsOverall
2Doctors Assisted Wellness - Johnson City714.7★ (63)Johnson City——
3Catalyst Health Solutions - Same Day Appointments714.2★ (119)Johnson CityEvenings—
4Frontier Health - Virginia's Place714.7★ (46)Johnson City——
5Elizabethton HealthCare704.6★ (22)Elizabethton, 7 mi awaySat—
6Medical Care Walk-In Clinic693.9★ (28)Johnson City——
7Watauga Healthcare694.1★ (29)Johnson City——
8ETSU Health Support Clinic685.0★ (5)Johnson City——
9Comprehensive Community Services683.0★ (6)Johnson City——
10Medical Care Clinic675.0★ (5)Bristol, 21 mi away——

The 42 best addiction counselors in Johnson City, 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 Johnson City

    #1 DRAGONFLY MEDICAL AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - SAME DAY APPOINTMENTS IN JOHNSON CITY, TN

    Based in Johnson City

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 175 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 175 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 11 AM–6 PM · Wed 12 PM–7 PM · Thu 11 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–11 AM · Sat 7 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    102 N Broadway St, Johnson City, TN 37601
    View profile for DRAGONFLY MEDICAL AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - SAME DAY APPOINTMENTS IN JOHNSON CITY, TN(423) 588-9978

  3. #3 Catalyst Health Solutions - Same Day Appointments

    Based in Johnson City

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.2★ from 119 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 119 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5:30 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1018 Chase Dr, Johnson City, TN 37604
    View profile for Catalyst Health Solutions - Same Day Appointments(423) 282-3379

  5. #5 Elizabethton HealthCare

    Based in Elizabethton, 7 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 22 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat 8 AM–11 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    401 Hudson Dr #5, Elizabethton, TN 37643
    View profile for Elizabethton HealthCare(423) 543-2721

  6. #6 Medical Care Walk-In Clinic

    Based in Johnson City

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.9★ from 28 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    105 Broyles Dr B, Johnson City, TN 37601
    View profile for Medical Care Walk-In Clinic(423) 722-4000

  7. #7 Watauga Healthcare

    Based in Johnson City

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.1★ from 29 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 29 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    501 E Watauga Ave, Johnson City, TN 37601
    View profile for Watauga Healthcare(423) 722-8446

  8. #8 ETSU Health Support Clinic

    Based in Johnson City

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 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–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2 Professional Park Dr #11, Johnson City, TN 37604
    View profile for ETSU Health Support Clinic(423) 952-6474

  10. #10 Medical Care Clinic

    Based in Bristol, 21 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    246 Midway Medical Park, Bristol, TN 37620
    View profile for Medical Care Clinic(423) 573-2285

  11. #11 Recovery Associates

    Based in Bristol, 20 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    1627 Hwy 11 W, Bristol, TN 37620
    View profile for Recovery Associates(423) 301-6842

  12. #12 SaVida Health Bristol

    Based in Bristol, 21 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 71 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 71 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2725 W State St, Bristol, TN 37620
    View profile for SaVida Health Bristol(423) 689-0125

  14. #14 Kingsport Family Recovery Associates

    Based in Kingsport, 23 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.4★ from 47 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 47 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed closed · Thu 8:30 AM–11 AM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1729 Lynn Garden Dr, Kingsport, TN 37665
    View profile for Kingsport Family Recovery Associates(423) 288-0223

  16. #16 New Life Medicine

    Based in Bristol, 25 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 62 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 62 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1662 Bonham Rd, Bristol, VA 24202
    View profile for New Life Medicine(276) 644-9899

  17. #17 Breakthrough Medical

    Based in Johnson City

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 201 Google reviews, based in Johnson City.

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

    • 4.8★ from 201 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–1 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    880 Boones Station Rd, Johnson City, TN 37615
    View profile for Breakthrough Medical(423) 722-3100

  18. #18 Oasis Treament Center

    Based in Greeneville, 30 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed closed · Thu 1 PM–4:30 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    627 Asheville Hwy, Greeneville, TN 37743
    View profile for Oasis Treament Center(423) 636-1521

  19. #19 Medical Care Clinic

    Based in Bristol, 25 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–3 PM · Tue closed · Wed 9 AM–3 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3170 Linden Dr #6, Bristol, VA 24202
    View profile for Medical Care Clinic(276) 644-9161

  21. #21 Upper East Tennessee Recovery

    Based in Bristol, 19 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue closed · Wed 4 PM–7:30 PM · Thu–Sun closed
    Address
    1927 US-11W B, Bristol, TN 37620
    View profile for Upper East Tennessee Recovery(423) 217-0975

  22. #22 New Life Medicine

    Based in Johnson City

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.7★ from 158 Google reviews, based in Johnson City.

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

    • 4.7★ from 158 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2408 Susannah St #1, Johnson City, TN 37601
    View profile for New Life Medicine(423) 434-6677

  23. #23 Freedom Farm Ministries

    Based in Boone, 36 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.9★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3109 US-421, Boone, NC 28607
    View profile for Freedom Farm Ministries(828) 202-5907

  24. #24 Stepping Stone of Boone

    Based in Boone, 39 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.8★ from 32 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.8★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 6 AM–12 PM · Sat 7 AM–9 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    643-L Greenway Rd, Boone, NC 28607
    View profile for Stepping Stone of Boone(828) 265-7078

All 42 addiction counselors

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #42, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

addiction counselors in Johnson City, ranks 26 to 42
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Step One Medical Associates564.8★ (22)In Johnson City
27Melorah Avery, Psychiatrist555.0★ (3)In Johnson City
28East Tennessee Counseling554.4★ (28)20 mi
29Frontier Health - Erwin Behavioral Health Services543.1★ (14)In Johnson City
30Frontier Health - Johnson County Counseling Center542.8★ (12)In Johnson City
31Highlands MindCare, PLLC514.8★ (47)21 mi
32Frontier Health - Watauga Behavioral Health Services512.2★ (90)In Johnson City
33Frontier Health - Holston Counseling Center514.0★ (72)18 mi
34Appalachian Recovery Care, PLLC514.9★ (36)21 mi
35Clarvida503.8★ (24)17 mi
36Care Clinic Mental Health493.9★ (11)21 mi
37Frontier Health - Church Street Pavilion485.0★ (14)28 mi
38Frontier Health - Holston Children & Youth Services472.2★ (13)20 mi
39ReVIDA Recovery Center464.4★ (41)35 mi
40Frontier Health - Bristol Behavioral Health Services462.5★ (53)20 mi
41ReVIDA Recovery® Center463.5★ (8)28 mi
42Frontier Health - Nolachuckey Holston Area Mental Health Center452.8★ (20)29 mi

Also serving Johnson City

9 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 Johnson City
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Comprehensive Community Services29 mi
Frontier Health - Adventure Program1.0★ (2)In Johnson City
Frontier Health Victory Center4.5★ (2)29 mi
Gibson Place Independent Living IncIn Johnson City
Hopkins Medical Association5.0★ (1)25 mi
Rozalyn Oliver, Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerIn Johnson City
Sonja Furse, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner5.0★ (2)22 mi
Tennessee Community Support5.0★ (2)20 mi
The Gambling Clinic5.0★ (1)In Johnson City

How we ranked Johnson City addiction counselors

We scored 42 Johnson City 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 Johnson City 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 Johnson City: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Johnson City?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Johnson City, TN is DRAGONFLY MEDICAL AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - SAME DAY APPOINTMENTS IN JOHNSON CITY, TN with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 4.7★ from 175 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 4 PM. Doctors Assisted Wellness - Johnson City (#2) and Catalyst Health Solutions - Same Day Appointments (#3) follow. We ranked 42 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Johnson City?

RankedPsychologists ranks 42 addiction counselors serving Johnson City, TN. 17 of them are based in Johnson City; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 9 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 Johnson City work on weekends?

9 of 42 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are DRAGONFLY MEDICAL AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - SAME DAY APPOINTMENTS IN JOHNSON CITY, TN (#1), Elizabethton HealthCare (#5) and Frontier Health - Turning Point (#13). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Johnson City addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 42 rated addiction counselors in Johnson City is 4.3★, with a median of 29 reviews. Breakthrough Medical has the most, 201 reviews, and ranks #17. 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 Johnson City count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Johnson City 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 Johnson City 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 Johnson City

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 42 addiction counselors serving Johnson City.

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