76/100RP Score
Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 134 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Best Addiction Counselors in Kansas City, KS (2026)
53 addiction counselors ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Kansas City: Midwest Recovery Centers, RP Score 76/100; 4.7★ from 134 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 49
Most-reviewed: Heartland Community Health Center, 208 Google reviews at 3.7★, the most of 53 ranked; ranked #49.
Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
53 Kansas City addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 15 open Saturdays and 11 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.0★ across 53 rated practices.
Top 10 addiction counselors in Kansas 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.
| Rank | Business | RP Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Midwest Recovery Centers | 76 | 4.7★ (134) | Kansas City, 16 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | Johnson County Mental Health Center - The Recovery Place | 72 | 3.3★ (13) | Shawnee, 9 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Tri-County Mental Health Services CSTAR | 70 | 3.1★ (13) | Kansas City, 6 mi away | — | — |
| 4 | AppleCore | 70 | 4.7★ (31) | Olathe, 19 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Comprehensive Mental Health Services | 68 | 3.7★ (6) | Independence, 13 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Substance Abuse Professional SAP | 67 | 5.0★ (22) | Kansas City | Sat · Sun | — |
| 7 | Avalon Wellness & Recovery | 66 | 4.7★ (22) | Lawrence, 36 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | DeNovo Recovery | 66 | 4.7★ (141) | Saint Joseph, 47 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 9 | The Recovery Village Kansas City Outpatient Center | 66 | 5.0★ (10) | Gladstone, 6 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Doolittle & Harrington Healthcare LLC - Substance Abuse Counseling | 66 | 4.6★ (31) | Overland Park, 12 mi away | Evenings | — |
The 53 best addiction counselors in Kansas 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.
Based in Shawnee, 9 mi away
72/100RP ScoreRanked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.3★ from 13 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Kansas City, 6 mi away
70/100RP ScoreRanked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.1★ from 13 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
#4 AppleCore
Based in Olathe, 19 mi away
70/100RP ScoreRanked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 31 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Independence, 13 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Kansas City
67/100RP ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Lawrence, 36 mi away
66/100RP ScoreRanked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 22 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Saint Joseph, 47 mi away
66/100RP ScoreRanked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 141 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Gladstone, 6 mi away
66/100RP ScoreRanked #9 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.
Based in Overland Park, 12 mi away
66/100RP ScoreRanked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 31 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Independence, 12 mi away
65/100RP ScoreRanked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.1★ from 19 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Kansas City, 17 mi away
65/100RP ScoreRanked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 62 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Overland Park, 13 mi away
65/100RP ScoreRanked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.0★ from 21 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Lawrence, 37 mi away
64/100RP ScoreRanked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.9★ from 17 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Kansas City, 9 mi away
64/100RP ScoreRanked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#16 Nuhope Service
Based in Lenexa, 11 mi away
64/100RP ScoreRanked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Kansas City, 4 mi away
63/100RP ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.0★ from 53 Google reviews, 4 mi from Kansas City.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Independence, 13 mi away
62/100RP ScoreRanked #18 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.
#19 Centerstone
Based in Independence, 14 mi away
62/100RP ScoreRanked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.8★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#20 Benilde Hall
Based in Kansas City, 5 mi away
61/100RP ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.2★ from 13 Google reviews, 5 mi from Kansas City.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Lawrence, 34 mi away
57/100RP ScoreRanked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Liberty, 14 mi away
57/100RP ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.9★ from 36 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family counselor”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Lawrence, 34 mi away
56/100RP ScoreRanked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Merriam, 7 mi away
55/100RP ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.8★ from 8 Google reviews, 7 mi from Kansas City.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Lawrence, 37 mi away
55/100RP ScoreRanked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
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 53 ranked addiction counselors here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Kansas City
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.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Accent on Recovery, LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 20 mi |
| Addiction and Mental Health Services | 5.0★ (2) | 28 mi |
| Alexandra Kuestersteffen, LPC | 14 mi | |
| Alyssa A Carroll, LPC | 14 mi | |
| Amy Collins, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner | 13 mi | |
| Carolyn N Duerfeldt, LPC | 14 mi | |
| Chautauqua Counseling Center | 3.0★ (2) | In Kansas City |
| Heartland Center for Behavioral Change- Liberty | 5.0★ (1) | 14 mi |
| Jenna L DeLeon, LPC | 14 mi | |
| Justin Puch Counselor | 13 mi | |
| Katlyn B Valentine, LPC | 14 mi | |
| Kaysie Richter, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner | 13 mi | |
| Lane D Miller, LPC | 14 mi | |
| Nikki M Bergstrom, LPC | 14 mi | |
| Preferred Family Healthcare | 5.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| robie sullivan counseling | 14 mi | |
| Shantel N Hams, LPC | 14 mi | |
| Susan Le Dean, LPC | 14 mi | |
| Tarisha G Starks, LPC | 14 mi | |
| Tree of Life Counseling Center | 1.0★ (1) | 18 mi |
How we ranked Kansas City addiction counselors
We scored 53 Kansas 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Kansas City data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Review volume | 5% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of Google reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availability | Measured |
| Specialty focus | 25% | How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 15% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
How to choose an addiction counselor
- Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
- Make sure addiction counseling is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
- Ask which credential the counselor holds (for example a state addiction counselor certification, LPC or LCSW).
- Ask whether they work with a physician if medication for addiction treatment is part of your plan.
- 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.
- Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
- 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 Kansas City: frequently asked questions
Who is the best addiction counselor in Kansas City?
By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Kansas City, KS is Midwest Recovery Centers with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.7★ from 134 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Johnson County Mental Health Center - The Recovery Place (#2) and Tri-County Mental Health Services CSTAR (#3) follow. We ranked 53 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many addiction counselors are there in Kansas City?
RankedPsychologists ranks 53 addiction counselors serving Kansas City, KS. 1 of them is based in Kansas City; 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 Kansas City work on weekends?
15 of 53 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 11 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Midwest Recovery Centers (#1), Johnson County Mental Health Center - The Recovery Place (#2) and AppleCore (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.
What Google rating do Kansas City addiction counselors have?
The median Google rating among 53 rated addiction counselors in Kansas City is 4.0★, with a median of 17 reviews. Heartland Community Health Center has the most, 208 reviews, and ranks #49. 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 Kansas City count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Kansas 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 Kansas 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 Kansas City
- November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 53 addiction counselors serving Kansas City.
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