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Best Addiction Counselors in New Bedford, MA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in New Bedford: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Rehabilitation Treatments, RP Score 78/100; 4.1★ from 16 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 8

    Most-reviewed: Bedrock Recovery Center, 393 Google reviews at 4.3★, the most of 153 ranked; ranked #8.

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

153 New Bedford addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 84 open Saturdays and 55 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.4★ across 153 rated practices.

Top 10 addiction counselors in New Bedford 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 New Bedford at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Alcohol and Drug Addiction Rehabilitation Treatments784.1★ (16)New BedfordSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Foundations Group Recovery Centers754.9★ (126)Mashpee, 22 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3South Shore | Outpatient Addiction And Mental Health Treatment | Plymouth, MA745.0★ (91)Carver, 26 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4IOP PHP & Addiction Treatment Center at The Brook Retreat734.9★ (42)Carver, 23 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Rockland Recovery - Addiction Treatment Center704.9★ (288)Braintree, 40 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Herren Wellness Recovery Center at Jacob Hill703.8★ (30)Seekonk, 24 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Health Care Resource Centers New Bedford704.3★ (25)New Bedford——
8Bedrock Recovery Center694.3★ (393)Canton, 37 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
9Gilly's House Inc694.8★ (44)Wrentham, 36 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10North Cottage684.8★ (40)Norton, 27 mi away——

The 153 best addiction counselors in New Bedford, 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.

  3. #3 South Shore | Outpatient Addiction And Mental Health Treatment | Plymouth, MA

    Based in Carver, 26 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 91 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 91 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    182 Standish Ave, Plymouth, MA 02360
    View profile for South Shore | Outpatient Addiction And Mental Health Treatment | Plymouth, MA(774) 515-2878

  8. #8 Bedrock Recovery Center

    Based in Canton, 37 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 393 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 393 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1 Meadowbrook Way, Canton, MA 02021
    View profile for Bedrock Recovery Center(781) 548-8990

  9. #9 Gilly's House Inc

    Based in Wrentham, 36 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 44 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 44 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1022 West St, Wrentham, MA 02093
    View profile for Gilly's House Inc(508) 384-2251

  10. #10 North Cottage

    Based in Norton, 27 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 40 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 40 Google reviews
    Address
    69 E Main St, Norton, MA 02766
    View profile for North Cottage(508) 285-2701

  12. #12 High Point Outpatient Services

    Based in Carver, 25 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.1★ from 41 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 41 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 5:30 AM–5 PM
    Address
    61 Industrial Park Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360
    View profile for High Point Outpatient Services(508) 830-1234

  14. #14 Brockton Comprehensive Treatment Center

    Based in Brockton, 31 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.2★ from 25 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 5:45 AM–3 PM · Tue 5:45 AM–7 PM · Wed 5:45 AM–4 PM · Thu 5:45 AM–7 PM · Fri 5:45 AM–3 PM · Sat 5:45 AM–10 AM · Sun 6:30 AM–8:30 AM
    Address
    180 Centre St, Brockton, MA 02302
    View profile for Brockton Comprehensive Treatment Center(774) 719-9422

  15. #15 Middlesex Recovery Norton

    Based in Norton, 27 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 73 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 73 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–2 PM · Wed closed · Thu 1 PM–6:30 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–2:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    85 E Main St Ste A, Norton, MA 02766
    View profile for Middlesex Recovery Norton(508) 282-5488

  17. #17 Habit Opco

    Based in Brockton, 31 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.0★ from 32 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:45 AM–11 AM · Sat 6 AM–10 AM · Sun 6:30 AM–8:30 AM
    Address
    180 Centre St, Brockton, MA 02302
    View profile for Habit Opco

  21. #21 Vantage Point

    Based in Warwick, 27 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    615 Jefferson Blvd Ste B107, Warwick, RI 02886
    View profile for Vantage Point(401) 615-0648

  22. #22 Codac Behavioral Healthcare

    Based in Newport, 22 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 2.9★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.9★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:45 AM–2 PM · Sat 6:15 AM–9 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    93 Thames St, Newport, RI 02840
    View profile for Codac Behavioral Healthcare(401) 846-4150

  23. #23 Healthy Living in Recovery

    Based in Middletown, 21 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 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–Fri 9 AM–8:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    58 E Main Rd, Middletown, RI 02842
    View profile for Healthy Living in Recovery(401) 608-3322

  24. #24 Hope House, Inc.

    Based in Boston, 49 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Alcoholism treatment program”, 4.2★ from 25 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    8 Farnham St, Boston, MA 02119
    View profile for Hope House, Inc.(617) 971-9360

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

addiction counselors in New Bedford, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Yarmouth Comprehensive Treatment Center623.8★ (18)37 mi
27Health Care Resource Centers Attleboro623.7★ (27)28 mi
28PAACA Recovery Support Center624.9★ (13)In New Bedford
29Pathway to Recovery llc624.6★ (10)21 mi
30The Gavin Foundation - Devine Recovery Center624.6★ (51)48 mi
31Lion Heart Behavioral Health: Partial Hospitalization Program, Intensive Outpatient Program & Outpatient Therapy625.0★ (114)23 mi
32CleanSlate Outpatient Addiction Medicine624.0★ (60)In New Bedford
33PIER Recovery Center of Cape Cod624.4★ (7)34 mi
34Lawrence Medical Center - Quincy624.8★ (69)42 mi
35Massachusetts Center for Addiction625.0★ (182)43 mi
36Habbit opco615.0★ (3)37 mi
37Hope Integrative Care615.0★ (26)31 mi
38Woonsocket Comprehensive Treatment Center614.3★ (58)39 mi
39Apex Medical Wellness LLC615.0★ (37)31 mi
40A Vision For Hope614.2★ (10)40 mi
41Behavioral Health Network - Treatment & Recovery Program615.0★ (3)33 mi
42Answer House612.5★ (13)49 mi
43Gifford Street Comprehensive Treatment Center603.4★ (36)In New Bedford
44Gavin Foundation Inc Center for Recovery Services604.6★ (60)49 mi
45Adult & Teen Challenge Northeast604.2★ (21)30 mi
46AdCare Outpatient Facility, Quincy604.3★ (12)43 mi
47Fall River Comprehensive Treatment Center604.7★ (54)12 mi
48New Way Peer Recovery Center604.9★ (13)42 mi
49CODAC Behavioral Healthcare603.3★ (14)29 mi
50Spectrum Health Systems, Inc.603.8★ (34)39 mi

Also serving New Bedford

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 New Bedford
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Alan Fisch MD3.0★ (2)49 mi
Andrea Dougherty, Counselor5.0★ (1)27 mi
Behavioral Health Group5.0★ (1)30 mi
Center For Alcohol & Addiction5.0★ (1)28 mi
CODAC Behavioral Healthcare1.5★ (2)29 mi
CTG Counseling and Addictions Services3.0★ (2)3 mi
Edith Pepper1.0★ (1)32 mi
Ignite Recovery5.0★ (1)12 mi
Kelly Baxter, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner5.0★ (1)29 mi
Medical Assisted Recovery Inc5.0★ (2)30 mi
National Treatment Centers4.0★ (1)33 mi
Old Colony Y Adult Resource5.0★ (1)31 mi
Project Turnabout5.0★ (2)37 mi
Providence Holistic Counselor, Coach and Reiki5.0★ (1)27 mi
Quincy Comprehensive Treatment Center - Mobile5.0★ (2)42 mi
Sameem Behavioral Health3.0★ (2)50 mi
Shiloh House (Women's)5.0★ (2)48 mi
South Shore Health Day Treatment Program1.0★ (1)38 mi
The Substance Use and Mental Health Leadership Council of RI5.0★ (2)27 mi
Vanessa Machado, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner5.0★ (2)19 mi

How we ranked New Bedford addiction counselors

We scored 153 New Bedford 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 New Bedford 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 New Bedford: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in New Bedford?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in New Bedford, MA is Alcohol and Drug Addiction Rehabilitation Treatments with an RP Score of 78/100. It has 4.1★ from 16 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Foundations Group Recovery Centers (#2) and South Shore | Outpatient Addiction And Mental Health Treatment | Plymouth, MA (#3) follow. We ranked 153 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in New Bedford?

RankedPsychologists ranks 153 addiction counselors serving New Bedford, MA. 6 of them are based in New Bedford; 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 New Bedford work on weekends?

84 of 153 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 55 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Alcohol and Drug Addiction Rehabilitation Treatments (#1), Foundations Group Recovery Centers (#2) and South Shore | Outpatient Addiction And Mental Health Treatment | Plymouth, MA (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do New Bedford addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 153 rated addiction counselors in New Bedford is 4.4★, with a median of 22 reviews. Bedrock Recovery Center has the most, 393 reviews, and ranks #8. 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 New Bedford count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the New Bedford 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 New Bedford 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 New Bedford

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 153 addiction counselors serving New Bedford.

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