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Best Addiction Counselors in Napa, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Napa: Pura Vida Recovery Services, RP Score 72/100; 4.7★ from 119 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 8

    Most-reviewed: BAART Programs Antioch, 71 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 85 ranked after Pura Vida Recovery Services; ranked #8.

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

85 Napa addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 39 open Saturdays and 31 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.1★ across 85 rated practices.

Most of this list also appears on the Addiction counselors in Santa Rosa ranking. See Addiction counselors in Santa Rosa

Top 10 addiction counselors in Napa 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 Napa at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Pura Vida Recovery Services724.7★ (119)Santa Rosa, 27 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Pueblos del Sol - Addiction Treatment – A Bi-Bett Program704.7★ (34)Concord, 26 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Longhorn Ridge Recovery695.0★ (3)Petaluma, 21 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Alta Mira Recovery674.3★ (31)San Rafael, 32 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Creekside Recovery675.0★ (9)Orinda, 30 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6MedMark Treatment Centers Fairfield674.1★ (42)Fairfield, 13 mi awaySat—
7MedMark Treatment Centers Vallejo674.6★ (27)Vallejo, 12 mi awaySat—
8BAART Programs Antioch664.5★ (71)Antioch, 34 mi awaySat · SunMost reviews
9Marin Treatment Center, Inc.643.7★ (15)San Rafael, 25 mi away——
10A Step Up643.4★ (5)Rohnert Park, 23 mi away——

The 85 best addiction counselors in Napa, 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 Napa

    Based in Santa Rosa, 27 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 119 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 119 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2901 Cleveland Ave #202, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
  2. Based in Petaluma, 21 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 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–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1500 Longhorn Ln, Petaluma, CA 94952
  3. Based in San Rafael, 32 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 31 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    125 Bulkley Ave, Sausalito, CA 94965
  4. Based in Orinda, 30 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    51 Moraga Way Ste 6, Orinda, CA 94563
  5. Based in Antioch, 34 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 71 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 71 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:30 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun 7 AM–3:30 PM
    Address
    3707 Sunset Ln, Antioch, CA 94509
  6. Based in Rohnert Park, 23 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    420 E Cotati Ave, Cotati, CA 94931
  7. Based in San Rafael, 26 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.0★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Address
    603 D St, San Rafael, CA 94901
  8. Based in Vallejo, 13 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.1★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.1★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–5 PM · Fri 1 PM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2100 Sacramento St, Vallejo, CA 94590
  9. Based in San Francisco, 38 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.1★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    815 Buena Vista Ave W, San Francisco, CA 94117
  10. Based in Walnut Creek, 30 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2940 Camino Diablo #110, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
  11. Based in Hayward, 43 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 24 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:45 AM–9 AM · Sat–Sun 7:30 AM–10 AM
    Address
    20094 Mission Blvd, Hayward, CA 94541
  12. Based in Novato, 20 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 33 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    505 San Marin Dr Ste 240B, Novato, CA 94945
  13. Based in Santa Rosa, 26 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.6★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.6★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–8 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2403 Professional Dr, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
  14. Based in Novato, 21 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 30 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    250 Bel Marin Keys Blvd f300, Novato, CA 94949
  15. Based in San Leandro, 43 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Alcoholism treatment program”, 4.2★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 11 Google reviews
    Address
    16250 E 14th St, San Leandro, CA 94578
  16. Based in Novato, 22 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    684 Wilson Ave, Novato, CA 94947
  17. Based in San Francisco, 39 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Alcoholism treatment program”, 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    1638 Kirkwood Ave #1640, San Francisco, CA 94124

How we ranked Napa addiction counselors

We scored 85 Napa 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 Napa 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 Napa: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Napa?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Napa, CA is Pura Vida Recovery Services with an RP Score of 72/100. It has 4.7★ from 119 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Pueblos del Sol - Addiction Treatment – A Bi-Bett Program (#2) and Longhorn Ridge Recovery (#3) follow. We ranked 85 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Napa?

RankedPsychologists ranks 85 addiction counselors serving Napa, CA. 1 of them is based in Napa; 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 Napa work on weekends?

39 of 85 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 31 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Pura Vida Recovery Services (#1), Pueblos del Sol - Addiction Treatment – A Bi-Bett Program (#2) and Longhorn Ridge Recovery (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Napa addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 85 rated addiction counselors in Napa is 4.1★, with a median of 16 reviews. Pura Vida Recovery Services has the most, 119 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 Napa count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 85 addiction counselors serving Napa.