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Best Addiction Counselors in La Mesa, CA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in La Mesa: Jackson House Addiction Treatment & Recovery Center San Diego, RP Score 81/100; 5.0★ from 283 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 11

    Most-reviewed: Casa Palmera: part of Discovery Addiction Services, 143 Google reviews at 4.0★, the most of 109 ranked after Jackson House Addiction Treatment & Recovery Center San Diego; ranked #11.

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

109 La Mesa addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 69 open Saturdays and 53 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 109 rated practices.

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

Top 10 addiction counselors in La Mesa 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 La Mesa at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Jackson House Addiction Treatment & Recovery Center San Diego815.0★ (283)San Diego, 8 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Broadview Recovery, Inc.794.8★ (39)Lemon Grove, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3McAlister Institute773.9★ (48)Lemon Grove, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Parentcare Family Recovery Center764.8★ (14)La Mesa——
5La Jolla Recovery764.5★ (124)La Jolla, 15 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Revive Pathway754.6★ (44)El Cajon, 6 mi awaySat · Sun—
7Infinity Recovery754.7★ (31)San Diego, 14 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Windansea Recovery744.8★ (20)La Jolla, 15 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Training Center744.4★ (15)Spring Valley, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10SOAP MAT, LLC744.6★ (11)San Diego, 2 mi awaySat · Sun—

The 109 best addiction counselors in La Mesa, 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 La Mesa

    #1 Jackson House Addiction Treatment & Recovery Center San Diego

    Based in San Diego, 8 mi away

    81/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 283 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 283 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2456 E St, San Diego, CA 92102
    View profile for Jackson House Addiction Treatment & Recovery Center San Diego(619) 503-7680

  2. #2 Broadview Recovery, Inc.

    Based in Lemon Grove, 3 mi away

    79/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 39 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 39 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2009 69th St, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
    View profile for Broadview Recovery, Inc.(619) 805-5105

  3. #3 McAlister Institute

    Based in Lemon Grove, 3 mi away

    77/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.9★ from 48 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 48 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2049 Skyline Dr, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
    View profile for McAlister Institute(619) 465-7303

  5. #5 La Jolla Recovery

    Based in La Jolla, 15 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 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
    7632 Herschel Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037
    View profile for La Jolla Recovery(858) 462-5150

  6. #6 Revive Pathway

    Based in El Cajon, 6 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 44 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 44 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 6 AM–3:30 PM
    Address
    1240 Broadway, El Cajon, CA 92021
    View profile for Revive Pathway(619) 841-1310

  7. #7 Infinity Recovery

    Based in San Diego, 14 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 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.

    • 4.7★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    9486 Owl Ct, San Diego, CA 92129
    View profile for Infinity Recovery(858) 967-4140

  8. #8 Windansea Recovery

    Based in La Jolla, 15 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    6986 La Jolla Blvd #200, La Jolla, CA 92037
    View profile for Windansea Recovery(858) 465-4426

  9. #9 Training Center

    Based in Spring Valley, 5 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.4★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–7 PM
    Address
    525 Grand Ave, Spring Valley, CA 91977
    View profile for Training Center(619) 327-5400

  10. #10 SOAP MAT, LLC

    Based in San Diego, 2 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 5 AM–2 PM · Wed 8 AM–10 AM · Thu–Fri 5 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–10 AM
    Address
    6425 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92115
    View profile for SOAP MAT, LLC(760) 983-2222

  12. #12 Harmony Grove Recovery

    Based in Escondido, 24 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    21734 Amble Dr, Escondido, CA 92029
    View profile for Harmony Grove Recovery(760) 697-0497

  14. #14 Genesis Recovery, Inc.

    Based in Lakeside, 18 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 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.

    • 3.8★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    24352 Featherstone Canyon Rd, Lakeside, CA 92040
    View profile for Genesis Recovery, Inc.(858) 848-1766

  15. #15 San Diego Wellness Center

    Based in Carlsbad, 32 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 66 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 66 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    4339 Park Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008
    View profile for San Diego Wellness Center(949) 523-3123

  16. #16 Restoration Ranch

    Based in Ramona, 21 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 63 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 63 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    940 Montecito Way, Ramona, CA 92065
    View profile for Restoration Ranch(760) 787-9432

  17. #17 El Cajon Comprehensive Treatment Center

    Based in El Cajon, 4 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.0★ from 51 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 51 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 5:30 AM–1 PM · Wed 5:30 AM–12 PM · Thu–Fri 5:30 AM–1 PM · Sat 7 AM–10 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    234 Magnolia Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
    View profile for El Cajon Comprehensive Treatment Center(619) 333-4240

  18. #18 Worthy Wellness Center

    Based in Carlsbad, 33 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 88 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 88 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2562 State St Ste D, Carlsbad, CA 92008
    View profile for Worthy Wellness Center(888) 522-9912

  19. #19 SACRED JOURNEY RECOVERY

    Based in Vista, 33 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 29 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 29 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    161 Thunder Dr #214, Vista, CA 92083
    View profile for SACRED JOURNEY RECOVERY(760) 509-2528

  21. #21 LUCID Oceanside

    Based in Oceanside, 37 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 53 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 53 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1421 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054
    View profile for LUCID Oceanside(760) 907-3422

  22. #22 Akua Strong - Mental Health & Addiction Outpatient Treatment San Diego

    Based in San Diego, 10 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 41 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1784 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA 92110
    View profile for Akua Strong - Mental Health & Addiction Outpatient Treatment San Diego(619) 340-0082

  23. #23 McAlister Institute- East County Regional Recovery Center

    Based in El Cajon, 4 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 48 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 48 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1365 N Johnson Ave Unit 111, El Cajon, CA 92020
    View profile for McAlister Institute- East County Regional Recovery Center(619) 440-4801

  24. #24 Alvarado Parkway Institute Outpatient Services Mental Health & Addiction Treatment

    Based in La Mesa

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.4★ from 129 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 3.4★ from 129 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    7050 Parkway Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
    View profile for Alvarado Parkway Institute Outpatient Services Mental Health & Addiction Treatment(619) 431-4877

  25. #25 Pemarro Recovery

    Based in Ramona, 22 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    Address
    1482 Kings Villa Rd, Ramona, CA 92065
    View profile for Pemarro Recovery(760) 789-8070

How we ranked La Mesa addiction counselors

We scored 109 La Mesa 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 La Mesa 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 La Mesa: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in La Mesa?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in La Mesa, CA is Jackson House Addiction Treatment & Recovery Center San Diego with an RP Score of 81/100. It has 5.0★ from 283 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Broadview Recovery, Inc. (#2) and McAlister Institute (#3) follow. We ranked 109 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 13, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in La Mesa?

RankedPsychologists ranks 109 addiction counselors serving La Mesa, CA. 2 of them are based in La Mesa; the rest serve it from nearby towns. 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 La Mesa work on weekends?

69 of 109 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 53 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Jackson House Addiction Treatment & Recovery Center San Diego (#1), Broadview Recovery, Inc. (#2) and McAlister Institute (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do La Mesa addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 109 rated addiction counselors in La Mesa is 4.6★, with a median of 24 reviews. Jackson House Addiction Treatment & Recovery Center San Diego has the most, 283 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 La Mesa count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the La Mesa 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 La Mesa 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 La Mesa

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 109 addiction counselors serving La Mesa.

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