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Best Addiction Counselors in Kenosha, WI (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Kenosha: Lake County Health Department - Addictions Treatment Program, RP Score 71/100; 3.5★ from 11 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 7

    Most-reviewed: Elevare Behavioral Health, 346 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 191 ranked; ranked #7.

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

191 Kenosha addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 108 open Saturdays and 63 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.2★ across 191 rated practices.

Top 10 addiction counselors in Kenosha 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 Kenosha at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Lake County Health Department - Addictions Treatment Program713.5★ (11)Waukegan, 15 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Alpharus Health693.9★ (209)Fox Lake, 19 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Lake County Health Department - Women's Residential Services694.7★ (13)Vernon Hills, 26 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Mathers Recovery - Fox Lake684.8★ (148)Fox Lake, 22 mi awaySat—
5Gregory R. Kaftan, MD684.9★ (51)Racine, 9 mi away——
6DanaCare685.0★ (10)KenoshaEvenings—
7Elevare Behavioral Health684.5★ (346)Elgin, 43 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
8West Milwaukee Comprehensive Treatment Center674.4★ (145)West Allis, 31 mi awaySat · Sun—
9Community Medical Services674.3★ (42)South Milwaukee, 24 mi awaySat · Sun—
10Community Medical Services674.4★ (90)West Allis, 30 mi awaySat · Sun—

The 191 best addiction counselors in Kenosha, 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.

  1. Based in Fox Lake, 19 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.9★ from 209 Google reviews.

    • 3.9★ from 209 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–4 PM
    Address
    25480 W Cedar Crest Ln, Lake Villa, IL 60046
  2. Based in Racine, 9 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 51 Google reviews.

    • 4.9★ from 51 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1320 Wisconsin Ave, Racine, WI 53403
  3. Based in Kenosha

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    6530 Sheridan Rd #7, Kenosha, WI 53143
  4. Based in Waukegan, 16 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.6★ from 17 Google reviews.

    • 3.6★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:30 AM–12:30 PM · Sat 6 AM–10 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    2424 Washington St Ste 208, Waukegan, IL 60085
  5. Based in Niles, 39 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews.

    • 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    7638 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles, IL 60714
  6. Based in Gurnee, 16 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews.

    • 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    222 S Greenleaf St Ste 106, Gurnee, IL 60031
  7. Based in Hoffman Estates, 40 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.0★ from 70 Google reviews.

    • 3.0★ from 70 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1776 Moon Lake Blvd, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
  8. 62/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3004 Grand Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085

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

addiction counselors in Kenosha, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Shark Addiction & Primary Care614.5★ (4)24 mi
27Eric Gordon & Associates604.0★ (4)38 mi
28DUI Classes Deerfield & DUI Evaluation604.3★ (6)30 mi
29Rosecrance Woodstock Recovery Home604.6★ (10)37 mi
30Teen Challenge Chicago603.0★ (21)47 mi
31Bobby Buonauro Clinic Inc594.4★ (44)40 mi
32LSSI Addiction Treatment Center - Kenmore593.2★ (38)43 mi
33Racine Comprehensive Treatment Center594.5★ (44)8 mi
34Nicasa Behavioral Health Services - Bridge House594.3★ (16)15 mi
35CleanSlate Outpatient Addiction Medicine594.5★ (31)8 mi
36PEER Services583.8★ (9)38 mi
37Dui And Addiction Counseling Center584.2★ (5)26 mi
38Lake Harbor Behavioral Health584.6★ (9)16 mi
39Northern Illinois Recovery Center584.7★ (182)33 mi
40Peter Costello, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner584.9★ (28)15 mi
41West Side Alano Club Inc584.9★ (8)44 mi
42Alpharus Health564.2★ (18)49 mi
43Rogers Behavioral Health563.0★ (27)In Kenosha
44ASAP Addiction Services And Pharmacotherapy - West Allis564.5★ (35)33 mi
45Treatment Centers of Illinois/ Lombard Treatment564.8★ (17)50 mi
46Affiliated Wellness Group562.6★ (5)44 mi
47Alpharus Health554.2★ (141)50 mi
48Addiction Guidance Center554.1★ (19)49 mi
49New Directions Addiction Recovery Services554.6★ (8)38 mi
50SunCloud Health Residential Treatment Center554.2★ (45)30 mi

Also serving Kenosha

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 Kenosha addiction counselors

We scored 191 Kenosha 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 Kenosha 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 Kenosha: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Kenosha?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Kenosha, WI is Lake County Health Department - Addictions Treatment Program with an RP Score of 71/100. It has 3.5★ from 11 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Alpharus Health (#2) and Lake County Health Department - Women's Residential Services (#3) follow. We ranked 191 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Kenosha?

RankedPsychologists ranks 191 addiction counselors serving Kenosha, WI. 4 of them are based in Kenosha; 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 Kenosha work on weekends?

108 of 191 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 63 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Lake County Health Department - Addictions Treatment Program (#1), Alpharus Health (#2) and Lake County Health Department - Women's Residential Services (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Kenosha addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 191 rated addiction counselors in Kenosha is 4.2★, with a median of 19 reviews. Elevare Behavioral Health has the most, 346 reviews, and ranks #7. 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 Kenosha count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 191 addiction counselors serving Kenosha.