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Best Addiction Counselors in New Canaan, CT (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in New Canaan: Release Recovery, RP Score 75/100; 4.6★ from 63 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 7

    Most-reviewed: BlueCrest Recovery Center, 669 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 354 ranked; ranked #7.

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

354 New Canaan addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 167 open Saturdays and 82 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.1★ across 354 rated practices.

Top 10 addiction counselors in New Canaan 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 Canaan at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Release Recovery754.6★ (63)Port Chester, 14 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2New Foundations Recovery755.0★ (3)Norwalk, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Lantana Recovery755.0★ (3)Norwalk, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4The Counseling Center at Yorktown Heights724.3★ (12)Jefferson Valley-Yorktown, 17 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Connecticut Addiction Medicine, LLC714.9★ (24)Bridgeport, 16 mi awaySat · Sun—
6Long Island Addiction Treatment Resources705.0★ (25)Hauppauge, 27 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7BlueCrest Recovery Center704.8★ (669)Woodland Park, 41 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
8Ascendant Intensive Outpatient Program NYC705.0★ (95)New York City, 36 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Guidance Center Inc Chemical Dependency Treatment Center704.2★ (6)New Rochelle, 22 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Phelps Alcoholism Treatment692.6★ (13)Ossining, 19 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 354 best addiction counselors in New Canaan, 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 New Canaan

    #1 Release Recovery

    Based in Port Chester, 14 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 63 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 63 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    3020 Westchester Ave Ste 400, Purchase, NY 10577
    View profile for Release Recovery(914) 226-4960

  2. #2 New Foundations Recovery

    Based in Norwalk, 5 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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
    3 Park St 1st Floor, Norwalk, CT 06851
    View profile for New Foundations Recovery(203) 604-6268

  3. #3 Lantana Recovery

    Based in Norwalk, 5 mi away

    75/100RP 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
    168 East Ave #5, Norwalk, CT 06851
    View profile for Lantana Recovery(475) 447-1081

  7. #7 BlueCrest Recovery Center

    Based in Woodland Park, 41 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 669 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 669 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    482 Notch Rd, Woodland Park, NJ 07424
    View profile for BlueCrest Recovery Center(973) 788-8080

  10. #10 Phelps Alcoholism Treatment

    Based in Ossining, 19 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 2.6★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.6★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    22 Rockledge Ave, Ossining, NY 10562
    View profile for Phelps Alcoholism Treatment(914) 944-5220

  11. #11 Sterling Recovery Services

    Based in Greenwich, 12 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    530 Old Post Rd 3 First Floor, Greenwich, CT 06830
    View profile for Sterling Recovery Services(800) 807-8213

  12. #12 Cliffside Recovery

    Based in Englewood, 30 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 33 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 33 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    97 Engle St, Englewood, NJ 07631
    View profile for Cliffside Recovery(201) 430-7125

  13. #13 Grupo Cuento Contigo

    Based in Bridgeport, 15 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Alcoholism treatment program”, 4.5★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    247 Ash St, Bridgeport, CT 06605
    View profile for Grupo Cuento Contigo

  15. #15 New Prospects

    Based in Bridgeport, 16 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.3★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 15 Google reviews
    Address
    392 Prospect St, Bridgeport, CT 06604
    View profile for New Prospects(203) 610-6252

  17. #17 Avatar Recovery Center

    Based in Ringwood, 42 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 69 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 69 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1140 Greenwood Lake Turnpike, Ringwood, NJ 07456
    View profile for Avatar Recovery Center(973) 943-4059

  18. #18 Phoenix House - Hauppauge

    Based in Hauppauge, 27 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 2.9★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.9★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    220 Veterans Memorial Hwy, Hauppauge, NY 11788
    View profile for Phoenix House - Hauppauge(844) 815-1508

  19. #19 Phoenix House - Brentwood

    Based in Brentwood, 27 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 2.3★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    H Rd Building 5, Brentwood, NY 11717
    View profile for Phoenix House - Brentwood(844) 815-1508

  20. #20 Talbot House

    Based in Bohemia, 33 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.1★ from 24 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    30 Carlough Rd # C, Bohemia, NY 11716
    View profile for Talbot House(631) 589-4144

  22. #22 Center for Human Services

    Based in Stratford, 18 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.1★ from 125 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 125 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 5:30 AM–12:30 PM · Fri 5:30 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 6:30 AM–10:30 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    2 Research Dr, Stratford, CT 06615
    View profile for Center for Human Services(203) 386-8802

  25. #25 Vida Family Services Inc

    Based in New York City, 34 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    127 E 105th St, New York, NY 10029
    View profile for Vida Family Services Inc(212) 289-1004

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

addiction counselors in New Canaan, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Liberation Programs Bridgeport Outpatient Services664.0★ (23)17 mi
27Care Counseling Center665.0★ (33)34 mi
28Project Reward663.7★ (3)5 mi
29Washington Heights CORNER Project664.1★ (79)31 mi
30Ed Thompson Veterans Program664.0★ (12)35 mi
31Cornerstone of Medical Arts Center654.1★ (204)34 mi
32Richmond Hill Medically Assisted Treatment and Recovery Center653.5★ (13)35 mi
33Faith Mission Crisis Center653.5★ (16)36 mi
34Argus Community Inc Striver House651.8★ (8)32 mi
35Mountainside Treatment Center - Chappaqua654.5★ (8)14 mi
36Connecticut Renaissance Inc653.0★ (3)24 mi
37Daytop Village Inc644.0★ (17)22 mi
38Restore Wellness PLLC: Varinder S. Rathore, M.D.644.9★ (7)18 mi
39Jovenes Brooklyn AA644.6★ (19)44 mi
40J-Cap Medical642.7★ (21)36 mi
41Tempo Group, Inc.643.7★ (6)22 mi
42Project Courage644.9★ (13)17 mi
43KPC643.8★ (10)24 mi
44Recovery Network Of Programs Inc644.4★ (9)15 mi
45Mountainside Treatment Center - Huntington644.8★ (21)19 mi
46Resource Recovery Center of Orange County644.3★ (136)49 mi
47Hope Christian Center643.9★ (12)29 mi
48Under Angel's Wings Recovery Center LLC634.9★ (42)44 mi
49FCA Hicksville Family Treatment & Recovery Center634.0★ (9)26 mi
50Odyssey House634.6★ (5)31 mi

Also serving New Canaan

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 Canaan
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Advanced Human Services, Inc.4.0★ (2)34 mi
Cheryl Hecht LCSW PLLC5.0★ (2)33 mi
Connecticut Renaissance5.0★ (2)37 mi
Connecticut Renaissance Inc.2.5★ (2)5 mi
FCA Hempstead Family Treatment & Recovery Center5.0★ (2)31 mi
Fifth Avenue Psychiatry5.0★ (2)35 mi
Forge Health5.0★ (2)35 mi
Healthwise Counseling LCSW, PLLC5.0★ (2)29 mi
Hunts Point Multi-Services Center5.0★ (2)31 mi
ISL Psychiatric Services- Board Certified Psychiatrists3.0★ (2)29 mi
Just 4 You Family Support Services, LLC3.0★ (2)33 mi
Lexington Center5.0★ (2)26 mi
Lisa Mineo, MA, LMFT, CASAC5.0★ (2)31 mi
North Shore Center5.0★ (2)27 mi
Professional Alcoholism Counseling4.5★ (2)22 mi
Queens Village Committee-Mental2.5★ (2)36 mi
Ryan Bordine, LCSW First Step Therapy & Wellness Group1.0★ (2)26 mi
Sex Addiction Healing5.0★ (2)33 mi
The American Institute for Cognitive Therapy NYC5.0★ (2)36 mi
Turning Point Behavioral Health Center5.0★ (2)25 mi

How we ranked New Canaan addiction counselors

We scored 354 New Canaan 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 Canaan 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 Canaan: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in New Canaan?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in New Canaan, CT is Release Recovery with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 4.6★ from 63 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. New Foundations Recovery (#2) and Lantana Recovery (#3) follow. We ranked 354 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in New Canaan?

RankedPsychologists ranks 354 addiction counselors serving New Canaan, CT. 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 Canaan work on weekends?

167 of 354 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 82 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Release Recovery (#1), New Foundations Recovery (#2) and Lantana Recovery (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do New Canaan addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 354 rated addiction counselors in New Canaan is 4.1★, with a median of 17 reviews. BlueCrest Recovery Center has the most, 669 reviews, and ranks #7. 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 Canaan count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 354 addiction counselors serving New Canaan.

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