76/100RP Score
Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.0★ from 10 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Best Addiction Counselors in New Castle, PA (2026)
103 addiction counselors ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in New Castle: Highland House Inc, RP Score 76/100; 3.0★ from 10 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 35
Most-reviewed: Crossroads Treatment Center of Carrick, PA, 251 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 103 ranked; ranked #35.
Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
103 New Castle addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 39 open Saturdays and 18 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.3★ across 103 rated practices.
Top 10 addiction counselors in New Castle 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.
| Rank | Business | RP Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Highland House Inc | 76 | 3.0★ (10) | New Castle | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | New Day Recovery | 73 | 4.3★ (172) | Niles, 24 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Safe Harbor Recovery LLC | 70 | 4.6★ (47) | Warren, 30 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | First Step Recovery | 70 | 4.0★ (86) | Warren, 27 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Spero Health | 69 | 4.7★ (7) | Boardman, 15 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | MedMark Treatment Centers Youngstown | 69 | 4.8★ (35) | Youngstown, 15 mi away | Sat | — |
| 7 | OARS New Castle - Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services | 68 | 4.8★ (16) | New Castle | — | — |
| 8 | Trilogy Wellness | 68 | 5.0★ (24) | Butler, 25 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | ROAR Center | 68 | 4.8★ (31) | Sharon, 18 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 10 | BrightView | 68 | 4.4★ (31) | Boardman, 15 mi away | Sat | — |
The 103 best addiction counselors in New Castle, 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.
Based in Niles, 24 mi away
73/100RP ScoreRanked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 172 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Warren, 30 mi away
70/100RP ScoreRanked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 47 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Warren, 27 mi away
70/100RP ScoreRanked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.0★ from 86 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#5 Spero Health
Based in Boardman, 15 mi away
69/100RP ScoreRanked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 7 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Youngstown, 15 mi away
69/100RP ScoreRanked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 35 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in New Castle
68/100RP ScoreRanked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Butler, 25 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
#9 ROAR Center
Based in Sharon, 18 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 31 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#10 BrightView
Based in Boardman, 15 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.4★ from 31 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Youngstown, 20 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Sharon, 18 mi away
67/100RP ScoreRanked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.4★ from 12 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
#13 Riverbend Center
Based in Warren, 31 mi away
67/100RP ScoreRanked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 7 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Youngstown, 17 mi away
66/100RP ScoreRanked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 2.6★ from 27 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Cranberry Township, 25 mi away
66/100RP ScoreRanked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.8★ from 48 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Cranberry Township, 25 mi away
66/100RP ScoreRanked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 83 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#17 BrightView
Based in Warren, 28 mi away
64/100RP ScoreRanked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 37 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Youngstown, 17 mi away
64/100RP ScoreRanked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 32 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Pittsburgh, 48 mi away
64/100RP ScoreRanked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 106 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Weirton, 43 mi away
63/100RP ScoreRanked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.7★ from 31 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Steubenville, 47 mi away
63/100RP ScoreRanked #21 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.
Based in Warren, 29 mi away
63/100RP ScoreRanked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.0★ from 27 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Weirton, 43 mi away
62/100RP ScoreRanked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#24 Stepping Stones
Based in Meadville, 45 mi away
62/100RP ScoreRanked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Alcoholism treatment program”, 3.5★ from 10 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Youngstown, 18 mi away
62/100RP ScoreRanked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
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 103 ranked addiction counselors here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving New Castle
19 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.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Christian Counseling Associates of Western Pennsylvania | 5.0★ (2) | 44 mi |
| Christian Counseling Associates of Western Pennsylvania | 15 mi | |
| Christopher Bedford, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner | 5.0★ (2) | 35 mi |
| Coleman Health Services | 4.0★ (1) | 49 mi |
| Compass Family & Community Services | 5.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| Cranberry Psychological Center- Intervention Services | 27 mi | |
| Drug & Alcohol Healing Center | 23 mi | |
| Familylinks, Inc. | 5.0★ (1) | 43 mi |
| Gateway Rehabilitation Center | 3.0★ (2) | 35 mi |
| Gaudenzia Sharon Outpatient | 5.0★ (1) | 18 mi |
| Harry Ash, M.Ed. | 44 mi | |
| Insights Behavioral | 49 mi | |
| Jefferson Behavioral Health | 47 mi | |
| Jefferson County Prevention & Recovery Board | 46 mi | |
| Kimberlee Ann Love, LCSW, CCTP-Behavioral Health, Addiction,Trauma | 46 mi | |
| Mark Patterson, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner | 44 mi | |
| Paul Herman, PhD. | 44 mi | |
| Total Care Psychological Services - Rose Quinones PhD | 5.0★ (2) | 17 mi |
| Veritas Counseling Center | 5.0★ (1) | 46 mi |
How we ranked New Castle addiction counselors
We scored 103 New Castle 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In New Castle data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Review volume | 5% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of Google reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availability | Measured |
| Specialty focus | 25% | How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 15% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
How to choose an addiction counselor
- Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
- Make sure addiction counseling is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
- Ask which credential the counselor holds (for example a state addiction counselor certification, LPC or LCSW).
- Ask whether they work with a physician if medication for addiction treatment is part of your plan.
- 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.
- Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
- 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 Castle: frequently asked questions
Who is the best addiction counselor in New Castle?
By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in New Castle, PA is Highland House Inc with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 3.0★ from 10 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. New Day Recovery (#2) and Safe Harbor Recovery LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 103 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many addiction counselors are there in New Castle?
RankedPsychologists ranks 103 addiction counselors serving New Castle, PA. 5 of them are based in New Castle; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 19 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 Castle work on weekends?
39 of 103 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 18 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Highland House Inc (#1), New Day Recovery (#2) and Safe Harbor Recovery LLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.
What Google rating do New Castle addiction counselors have?
The median Google rating among 103 rated addiction counselors in New Castle is 4.3★, with a median of 20 reviews. Crossroads Treatment Center of Carrick, PA has the most, 251 reviews, and ranks #35. 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 Castle count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the New Castle 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 Castle 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 Castle
- November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 103 addiction counselors serving New Castle.
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