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Best Addiction Counselors in Metairie, LA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Metairie: Suboxonet, RP Score 80/100; 5.0★ from 132 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 6

    Most-reviewed: Avenues Recovery Center at Metairie, 710 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 33 ranked; ranked #6.

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

33 Metairie addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 16 open Saturdays and 11 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 33 rated practices.

Most of this list also appears on the Addiction counselors in New Orleans ranking. See Addiction counselors in New Orleans

Top 10 addiction counselors in Metairie 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 Metairie at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Suboxonet805.0★ (132)New Orleans, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Bridge House / Grace House763.4★ (22)New Orleans, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Addiction Recovery Resources, Inc.722.3★ (3)New Orleans, 5 mi away——
4Responsibility House, Inc.723.7★ (34)Terrytown, 9 mi away——
5Pathways Addiction Recovery714.7★ (24)Metairie——
6Avenues Recovery Center at Metairie704.9★ (710)MetairieSat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
7Longbranch Recovery & Wellness Center674.7★ (74)MetairieSat · Sun · Evenings—
8Eleanor Health654.9★ (77)MetairieSat · Sun—
9Imagine Recovery PHP, IOP655.0★ (32)New Orleans, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10The Grove Recovery Center - Ascension campus654.4★ (42)Gonzales, 45 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 33 best addiction counselors in Metairie, 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 Metairie

    #1 Suboxonet

    Based in New Orleans, 5 mi away

    80/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 132 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 132 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    201 St Charles Ave #2500, New Orleans, LA 70170
    View profile for Suboxonet(800) 825-3905

  2. #2 Bridge House / Grace House

    Based in New Orleans, 4 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.4★ from 22 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    4150 Earhart Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70125
    View profile for Bridge House / Grace House(504) 522-4475

  4. #4 Responsibility House, Inc.

    Based in Terrytown, 9 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.7★ from 34 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 34 Google reviews
    Address
    1799 Stumpf Blvd #4, Terrytown, LA 70056
    View profile for Responsibility House, Inc.(504) 367-4426

  5. #5 Pathways Addiction Recovery

    Based in Metairie

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 24 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3801 Houma Blvd #100, Metairie, LA 70006
    View profile for Pathways Addiction Recovery(504) 309-8135

  8. #8 Eleanor Health

    Based in Metairie

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 77 Google reviews, based in Metairie.

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

    • 4.9★ from 77 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
    Address
    3901 Houma Blvd Plaza 2 Suite 404, Metairie, LA 70006
    View profile for Eleanor Health(504) 217-2970

  12. #12 Alchemy Addiction Recovery "Where Transformation Begins"

    Based in Slidell, 32 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–8:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    115 Christian Ln, Slidell, LA 70458
    View profile for Alchemy Addiction Recovery "Where Transformation Begins"(985) 690-6622

  13. #13 AppleGate Recovery Slidell

    Based in Slidell, 31 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    700 Gause Blvd #103, Slidell, LA 70458
    View profile for AppleGate Recovery Slidell(985) 250-2002

  16. #16 BAART Programs Northshore

    Based in Hammond, 40 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.1★ from 74 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 74 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:30 AM–12 PM · Sat 7 AM–9 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    615 Pride Dr, Hammond, LA 70401
    View profile for BAART Programs Northshore(985) 215-8978

  22. #22 Greenpath

    Based in New Orleans, 4 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, 4 mi from Metairie.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    411 S Broad St, New Orleans, LA 70119
    View profile for Greenpath(504) 827-2928

  23. #23 Bridge To Wellness a Family Psychiatric Center

    Based in Metairie

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews, based in Metairie.

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

    • 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–2 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    3848 Veterans Memorial Blvd Ste: 102, Metairie, LA 70002
    View profile for Bridge To Wellness a Family Psychiatric Center(504) 888-8745

  24. #24 Alpha Health Services LLC

    Based in New Orleans, 9 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 64 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 64 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3201 General De Gaulle Dr #100, New Orleans, LA 70114
    View profile for Alpha Health Services LLC(504) 354-2103

How we ranked Metairie addiction counselors

We scored 33 Metairie 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 Metairie 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 Metairie: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Metairie?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Metairie, LA is Suboxonet with an RP Score of 80/100. It has 5.0★ from 132 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Bridge House / Grace House (#2) and Addiction Recovery Resources, Inc. (#3) follow. We ranked 33 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Metairie?

RankedPsychologists ranks 33 addiction counselors serving Metairie, LA. 7 of them are based in Metairie; 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 Metairie work on weekends?

16 of 33 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 11 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Suboxonet (#1), Bridge House / Grace House (#2) and Avenues Recovery Center at Metairie (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Metairie addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 33 rated addiction counselors in Metairie is 4.5★, with a median of 30 reviews. Avenues Recovery Center at Metairie has the most, 710 reviews, and ranks #6. 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 Metairie count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 33 addiction counselors serving Metairie.

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