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Best Addiction Counselors in Lancaster, OH (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Lancaster: Lancaster Recovery - Addiction Treatment Helpline, RP Score 76/100; 3.6★ from 14 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 39

    Most-reviewed: White Light Behavioral Health, 284 Google reviews at 3.9★, the most of 109 ranked; ranked #39.

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

109 Lancaster addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 43 open Saturdays and 19 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.4★ across 109 rated practices.

Top 10 addiction counselors in Lancaster 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 Lancaster at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Lancaster Recovery - Addiction Treatment Helpline763.6★ (14)LancasterSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Highlife Recovery734.7★ (34)Circleville, 19 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3BrightView734.3★ (77)LancasterSat—
4The Recovery Center684.0★ (6)LancasterEvenings—
5BrightView674.6★ (95)Whitehall, 23 mi awaySat—
6Community Medical Services664.9★ (44)Columbus, 22 mi awaySat—
7BrightView664.6★ (79)Newark, 24 mi awaySat—
8Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions663.4★ (29)Columbus, 23 mi awaySat · Sun—
9Community Medical Services654.5★ (177)Columbus, 31 mi awaySat—
10Oak Grove Recovery653.3★ (67)Westerville, 33 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 109 best addiction counselors in Lancaster, 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.

  2. #2 Highlife Recovery

    Based in Circleville, 19 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 34 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 34 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    906 N Court St, Circleville, OH 43113
    View profile for Highlife Recovery(740) 477-7444

  3. #3 BrightView

    Based in Lancaster

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 77 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 77 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–11 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    1750 Granville Pike, Lancaster, OH 43130
    View profile for BrightView(833) 510-3278

  4. #4 The Recovery Center

    Based in Lancaster

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    201 S Columbus St, Lancaster, OH 43130
    View profile for The Recovery Center(740) 687-4500

  5. #5 BrightView

    Based in Whitehall, 23 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 95 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 95 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–11 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    3768 E Main St, Whitehall, OH 43213
    View profile for BrightView(833) 510-3278

  6. #6 Community Medical Services

    Based in Columbus, 22 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 44 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 44 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:30 AM–1 PM · Sat 8 AM–10 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    6495 E Broad St # D, Columbus, OH 43213
    View profile for Community Medical Services(380) 799-5750

  7. #7 BrightView

    Based in Newark, 24 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 79 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 79 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–11 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    1445 W Main St, Newark, OH 43055
    View profile for BrightView(833) 510-3278

  9. #9 Community Medical Services

    Based in Columbus, 31 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 177 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 177 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:30 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–10 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    1380 Dublin Rd Suite 100, Columbus, OH 43215
    View profile for Community Medical Services(614) 488-7117

  10. #10 Oak Grove Recovery

    Based in Westerville, 33 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.3★ from 67 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 67 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    690 Cooper Rd, Westerville, OH 43081
    View profile for Oak Grove Recovery(614) 335-7155

  11. #11 Spero Health

    Based in Zanesville, 36 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 63 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 63 Google reviews
    Address
    833 James St, Zanesville, OH 43701
    View profile for Spero Health(740) 297-8859

  12. #12 BrightView

    Based in Newark, 27 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 38 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–11 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    974 N 21st St, Newark, OH 43055
    View profile for BrightView(833) 510-3278

  14. #14 BrightView

    Based in Chillicothe, 33 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 103 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 103 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 6:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–11 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    126 E 2nd St, Chillicothe, OH 45601
    View profile for BrightView(833) 510-3278

  17. #17 Complete Healthcare East Addiction Treatment

    Based in Columbus, 25 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 6 AM–5 PM · Fri 6 AM–4 PM · Sat 9 AM–10 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    3180 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43209
    View profile for Complete Healthcare East Addiction Treatment(614) 882-4343

  22. #22 BrightView

    Based in Zanesville, 36 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 50 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 50 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–11 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    2572 Maple Ave, Zanesville, OH 43701
    View profile for BrightView(833) 510-3278

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

addiction counselors in Lancaster, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Anchor Addiction and Wellness Center614.8★ (42)32 mi
27Cairn Recovery Resources LLC603.7★ (6)22 mi
28Complete Healthcare South Addiction Treatment604.0★ (8)26 mi
29Basecamp Recovery Center - Franklinton604.2★ (45)28 mi
30Hope 4 2Morrow Counseling & Treatment Center603.8★ (10)24 mi
31Zanesville Treatment Services604.9★ (11)36 mi
32Licking Memorial Behavioral Health Services & Addiction Medicine603.1★ (10)24 mi
33Shepherd Hill603.3★ (32)24 mi
34Alli Addiction Services594.9★ (29)28 mi
35Live for Recovery595.0★ (3)21 mi
36Recreate Behavioral Health of Ohio594.7★ (91)26 mi
37CareForce Wellness - Holistic Medical Practice594.9★ (16)34 mi
38Cairn Recovery Resources LLC584.1★ (17)35 mi
39White Light Behavioral Health573.9★ (284)24 mi
40Southwestern Recovery Center575.0★ (7)34 mi
41The Ohio Mental Health Center at The Trails574.5★ (51)27 mi
42Ridge Outpatient Columbus574.6★ (9)35 mi
43Health Recovery Services574.1★ (21)36 mi
44Quiet Waters Clinics575.0★ (9)37 mi
45Muskingum Behavioral Health573.0★ (7)35 mi
46Complete Healthcare Pickerington Addiction Treatment574.1★ (75)16 mi
47Dove Recovery: Addiction Treatment Center In Columbus, Ohio574.4★ (30)40 mi
48Second Chance Counseling Center564.4★ (28)41 mi
49Nan MacLean, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner564.9★ (35)24 mi
50Genesis Behavioral Health563.0★ (6)36 mi

Also serving Lancaster

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.

Unranked addiction counselors serving Lancaster
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Agape Christian Counseling Center1.0★ (1)34 mi
Camron Cook, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner5.0★ (1)33 mi
Complete Healthcare Lancaster Addiction Treatment3.0★ (2)In Lancaster
Friel & Associates LLC5.0★ (1)33 mi
Full Circle - Chillicothe Mill5.0★ (2)34 mi
Kayla Gehret, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner5.0★ (1)40 mi
Lakita Richardson, Counselor5.0★ (1)23 mi
Lancaster Recovery ServicesIn Lancaster
Landmark Health1.0★ (1)33 mi
Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions5.0★ (1)35 mi
MATR LLC5.0★ (1)19 mi
Maura Munoz, Psychiatrist5.0★ (2)33 mi
Mental Health and Recovery for Licking and Knox Counties5.0★ (1)24 mi
Phoenix Integrated Health1.0★ (1)46 mi
PREMIER RECOVERY CENTER5.0★ (2)28 mi
Safe Haven Darts5.0★ (1)33 mi
Spirit of Peace Clinical Counseling5.0★ (1)41 mi
TASC of Southeast Ohio5.0★ (1)37 mi
The Freedom Center3.0★ (2)47 mi
WholeLife Counseling5.0★ (1)33 mi

How we ranked Lancaster addiction counselors

We scored 109 Lancaster 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 Lancaster 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 Lancaster: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Lancaster?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Lancaster, OH is Lancaster Recovery - Addiction Treatment Helpline with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 3.6★ from 14 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Highlife Recovery (#2) and BrightView (#3) follow. We ranked 109 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Lancaster?

RankedPsychologists ranks 109 addiction counselors serving Lancaster, OH. 4 of them are based in Lancaster; 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 Lancaster work on weekends?

43 of 109 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 19 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Lancaster Recovery - Addiction Treatment Helpline (#1), Highlife Recovery (#2) and BrightView (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Lancaster addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 109 rated addiction counselors in Lancaster is 4.4★, with a median of 18 reviews. White Light Behavioral Health has the most, 284 reviews, and ranks #39. 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 Lancaster count in this ranking?

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

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

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