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Best Addiction Counselors in Milwaukee, WI (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Milwaukee: West Milwaukee Comprehensive Treatment Center, RP Score 76/100; 4.4★ from 145 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 48

    Most-reviewed: Rogers Behavioral Health, 298 Google reviews at 2.7★, the most of 78 ranked; ranked #48.

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

78 Milwaukee addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 34 open Saturdays and 27 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.4★ across 78 rated practices.

Top 10 addiction counselors in Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1West Milwaukee Comprehensive Treatment Center764.4★ (145)West Allis, 4 mi awaySat · SunOverall
2Community Medical Services744.4★ (90)West Allis, 8 mi awaySat · Sun—
3Community Medical Services724.3★ (42)South Milwaukee, 8 mi awaySat · Sun—
4Wellbrook Recovery: Addiction Treatment Center In Wisconsin714.9★ (173)Brookfield, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Multicultural Trauma and Addiction Treatment Center of Wisconsin715.0★ (3)Wauwatosa, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6ASAP Addiction Services And Pharmacotherapy - West Allis654.5★ (35)West Allis, 8 mi awaySat · Sun—
7Gregory R. Kaftan, MD644.9★ (51)Racine, 23 mi away——
8River's Shore Comprehensive Treatment Center634.6★ (98)MilwaukeeSat · Sun—
9Affiliated Wellness Group632.6★ (5)Oconomowoc, 25 mi away——
10Wisconsin Behavioral Health625.0★ (22)Brookfield, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 78 best addiction counselors in Milwaukee, 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 Milwaukee

    Based in West Allis, 4 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.4★ from 145 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 145 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 5 AM–1 PM · Fri 5 AM–2:30 PM · Sat 5 AM–12 PM · Sun 6 AM–10 AM
    Address
    1610 Miller Park Way, West Milwaukee, WI 53214
  2. Based in West Allis, 8 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.4★ from 90 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 90 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 4:30 AM–3:30 PM
    Address
    2814 S 108th St, West Allis, WI 53227
  3. Based in South Milwaukee, 8 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 42 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 42 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun 6 AM–10 AM
    Address
    1333 College Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
  4. 71/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–2 PM
    Address
    2600 N Mayfair Rd suite 400, Wauwatosa, WI 53226
  5. 65/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 35 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5 AM–12:30 PM · Sat–Sun 6 AM–9 AM
    Address
    11390 W Theo Trecker Way, West Allis, WI 53214
  6. Based in Racine, 23 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 51 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 51 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1320 Wisconsin Ave, Racine, WI 53403
  7. Based in Oconomowoc, 25 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 2.6★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.6★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    524 Milwaukee St #308, Delafield, WI 53018
  8. Based in Brookfield, 10 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    15850 W Bluemound Rd #210, Brookfield, WI 53005
  9. Based in Fox Lake, 44 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.9★ from 209 Google reviews.

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

    • 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
  10. Based in Glendale, 4 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 54 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 54 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–8 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    377 W River Woods Pkwy Ste 201, Glendale, WI 53212
  11. Based in Fort Atkinson, 48 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    314 Madison Ave, Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
  12. Based in Greenfield, 8 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 71 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 71 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–8 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4848 S 76th St Ste 210, Greenfield, WI 53220
  13. Based in Fox Lake, 47 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 148 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 148 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:30 AM–1:30 PM · Sat 7 AM–10 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    101 Towne Centre Ln, Fox Lake, IL 60020
  14. Based in Waukesha, 17 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 142 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 142 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    223 Wisconsin Ave unit a, Waukesha, WI 53186
  15. Based in Sheboygan, 48 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.4★ from 53 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 53 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5 AM–10 AM · Sat 5:30 AM–8:30 AM · Sun 5:30 AM–7:30 AM
    Address
    2842 S Business Dr, Sheboygan, WI 53081
  16. Based in Whitefish Bay, 6 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, 6 mi from Milwaukee.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM–1 PM
    Address
    121 E Silver Spring Dr, Whitefish Bay, WI 53217
  17. Based in Waukesha, 17 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    255 W Broadway, Waukesha, WI 53186
  18. Based in Waukesha, 17 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 53 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 53 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 7 AM–9 PM
    Address
    223 Wisconsin Ave unit a, Waukesha, WI 53186
  19. Based in Kenosha, 32 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 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.

    • 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
  20. Based in Milwaukee

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.8★ from 35 Google reviews, based in Milwaukee.

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

    • 3.8★ from 35 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2436 N 50th St, Milwaukee, WI 53210
  21. Based in Brown Deer, 11 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.9★ from 102 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 2.9★ from 102 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    4600 W Schroeder Dr, Brown Deer, WI 53223

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

addiction counselors in Milwaukee, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26West Grove Clinic, SC574.3★ (108)In Milwaukee
27Access Recovery Mental Health Services(ARMHS)573.6★ (9)In Milwaukee
28Kelly Theodore, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner575.0★ (22)In Milwaukee
29Rogers Behavioral Health572.5★ (180)8 mi
30Waukesha Comprehensive Treatment Center564.2★ (52)18 mi
31West Grove Clinic- Oak Creek554.6★ (68)8 mi
32RETRAC Enterprises INC554.8★ (23)In Milwaukee
33Addiction Services And Pharmacotherapy - Kenosha554.0★ (8)30 mi
34JEM Treatment Inc553.6★ (17)47 mi
35Stevanovic Family Clinic554.7★ (68)8 mi
36Racine Comprehensive Treatment Center544.5★ (44)24 mi
37CleanSlate Outpatient Addiction Medicine544.5★ (31)24 mi
38Fauzia Green, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner545.0★ (11)8 mi
39Bethany Recovery Center534.5★ (11)32 mi
40Northern Crossing Behavior533.9★ (7)In Milwaukee
41Alpharus Health534.6★ (10)47 mi
42Eduard Tsyrulnykov, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner534.6★ (32)13 mi
43Alexandria Sharp, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner535.0★ (11)11 mi
44Lake County Health Department - Outpatient Substance Abuse Program (SAP)525.0★ (3)46 mi
45Lisa Parker, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner525.0★ (12)13 mi
46MindStar Counseling523.4★ (23)7 mi
47Whole Health Clinical Group522.6★ (5)4 mi
48Rogers Behavioral Health522.7★ (298)27 mi
49CleanSlate Outpatient Addiction Medicine514.4★ (35)32 mi
50Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan, Inc.512.1★ (14)5 mi

Also serving Milwaukee

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 Milwaukee addiction counselors

We scored 78 Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Milwaukee?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Milwaukee, WI is West Milwaukee Comprehensive Treatment Center with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.4★ from 145 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Community Medical Services (#2) and Community Medical Services (#3) follow. We ranked 78 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Milwaukee?

RankedPsychologists ranks 78 addiction counselors serving Milwaukee, WI. 8 of them are based in Milwaukee; 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 Milwaukee work on weekends?

34 of 78 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 27 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are West Milwaukee Comprehensive Treatment Center (#1), Community Medical Services (#2) and Community Medical Services (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Milwaukee addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 78 rated addiction counselors in Milwaukee is 4.4★, with a median of 19 reviews. Rogers Behavioral Health has the most, 298 reviews, and ranks #48. 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 Milwaukee count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 78 addiction counselors serving Milwaukee.