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Best Addiction Counselors in Oceanside, NY (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Oceanside: Ascendant Intensive Outpatient Program NYC, RP Score 75/100; 5.0★ from 95 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 6

    Most-reviewed: BlueCrest Recovery Center, 669 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 386 ranked; ranked #6.

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

386 Oceanside addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 201 open Saturdays and 105 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.2★ across 386 rated practices.

Top 10 addiction counselors in Oceanside 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 Oceanside at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Ascendant Intensive Outpatient Program NYC755.0★ (95)New York City, 19 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Ed Thompson Veterans Program734.0★ (12)Jamaica, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Faith Mission Crisis Center733.5★ (16)Jamaica, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Richmond Hill Medically Assisted Treatment and Recovery Center733.5★ (13)Jamaica, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Cornerstone of Medical Arts Center734.1★ (204)Fresh Meadows, 11 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6BlueCrest Recovery Center724.8★ (669)Woodland Park, 33 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
7J-Cap Medical722.7★ (21)Jamaica, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8New Day Treatment Center725.0★ (45)Far Rockaway, 6 mi awaySat—
9Jovenes Brooklyn AA724.6★ (19)Brooklyn, 20 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Release Recovery714.6★ (63)Port Chester, 26 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 386 best addiction counselors in Oceanside, 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 Faith Mission Crisis Center

    Based in Jamaica, 9 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.5★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.5★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    114-40 Van Wyck Expy, Jamaica, NY 11420
    View profile for Faith Mission Crisis Center(718) 322-3455

  6. #6 BlueCrest Recovery Center

    Based in Woodland Park, 33 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 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

  7. #7 J-Cap Medical

    Based in Jamaica, 9 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 2.7★ from 21 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.7★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    116-30 Sutphin Blvd, Jamaica, NY 11434
    View profile for J-Cap Medical(718) 322-7888

  8. #8 New Day Treatment Center

    Based in Far Rockaway, 6 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 45 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 45 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    10-50 Beach 21st St, Far Rockaway, NY 11691
    View profile for New Day Treatment Center(718) 799-4999

  9. #9 Jovenes Brooklyn AA

    Based in Brooklyn, 20 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Alcoholism treatment program”, 4.6★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    5302 4th Ave 2nd Fl, Brooklyn, NY 11220
    View profile for Jovenes Brooklyn AA(718) 439-3367

  10. #10 Release Recovery

    Based in Port Chester, 26 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 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

  12. #12 Vida Family Services Inc

    Based in New York City, 19 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 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

  13. #13 Cliffside Recovery

    Based in Englewood, 25 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 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

  15. #15 South Richmond Hill Recovery, LLC / Resolutions Counseling & Family Services

    Based in Ozone Park, 11 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.9★ from 18 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–3 PM
    Address
    88-08 Liberty Ave, Ozone Park, NY 11417
    View profile for South Richmond Hill Recovery, LLC / Resolutions Counseling & Family Services(929) 499-3420

  17. #17 Care Counseling Center

    Based in New York City, 20 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–6 PM · Tue–Thu 7:30 AM–6 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun 7:30 AM–2 PM
    Address
    214 W 116th St, New York, NY 10026
    View profile for Care Counseling Center(212) 602-1400

  23. #23 Tempo Group Counseling Services

    Based in Merrick, 5 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–9 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1260 Meadowbrook Rd, Merrick, NY 11566
    View profile for Tempo Group Counseling Services(516) 374-3671

  25. #25 Realization Center

    Based in Brooklyn, 19 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 87 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 87 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–8 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    175 Bremen St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
    View profile for Realization Center(718) 342-6700

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

addiction counselors in Oceanside, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Phoenix House - Brentwood692.3★ (4)21 mi
27Washington Heights CORNER Project694.1★ (79)21 mi
28Argus Community Inc Striver House681.8★ (8)20 mi
29Christopher's Reason684.5★ (32)32 mi
30FCA Hicksville Family Treatment & Recovery Center684.0★ (9)11 mi
31Angel Hope House684.6★ (14)31 mi
32Talbot House684.1★ (24)30 mi
33Triumph Treatment684.7★ (3)4 mi
34Seafield Mineola684.1★ (55)7 mi
35Phoenix House - Hauppauge672.9★ (17)26 mi
36RRY Helpline - Addiction Treatment & Recovery674.4★ (5)4 mi
37Odyssey House674.6★ (5)18 mi
38KPC673.8★ (10)13 mi
39Center for Network Therapy674.2★ (18)33 mi
40Center For Rapid Recovery673.9★ (21)4 mi
41Sex Addiction Therapy - New York Pathways - CSAT NYC Treatment Center675.0★ (16)20 mi
42Hope Christian Center673.9★ (12)21 mi
43Long Island Interventions664.9★ (107)5 mi
44Bridge Back To Life664.6★ (10)17 mi
45Saint Joseph's Medical Center663.0★ (21)9 mi
46Tempo Group, Inc.663.7★ (6)15 mi
47Phoenix House - The Edward D. Miller Center663.3★ (38)30 mi
48Roosevelt Educational Alcoholism Counseling Treatment Center662.0★ (4)4 mi
49Greater Essex Counseling Services664.9★ (74)29 mi
50Alcoholicos Anonimos Grupo Nueva Perspectiva663.9★ (11)19 mi

Also serving Oceanside

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 Oceanside
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Advanced Human Services, Inc.4.0★ (2)12 mi
Alicia Raniola LCSW and Associates P.L.L.C4.0★ (2)31 mi
Cheryl Hecht LCSW PLLC5.0★ (2)30 mi
Community Health Action of Staten Island - Next Step Resource & Recovery Center5.0★ (2)23 mi
FCA Hempstead Family Treatment & Recovery Center5.0★ (2)5 mi
Fifth Avenue Psychiatry5.0★ (2)19 mi
Forge Health5.0★ (2)13 mi
Greater Essex Counseling Services5.0★ (2)22 mi
Healthwise Counseling LCSW, PLLC5.0★ (2)10 mi
Hunts Point Multi-Services Center5.0★ (2)19 mi
ISL Psychiatric Services- Board Certified Psychiatrists3.0★ (2)27 mi
Just 4 You Family Support Services, LLC3.0★ (2)30 mi
Lisa Mineo, MA, LMFT, CASAC5.0★ (2)5 mi
North Shore Center5.0★ (2)12 mi
Professional Alcoholism Counseling4.5★ (2)20 mi
Queens Village Committee-Mental2.5★ (2)9 mi
Ryan Bordine, LCSW First Step Therapy & Wellness Group1.0★ (2)11 mi
Sarah Shah, Therapy Clinician5.0★ (2)33 mi
Sex Addiction Healing5.0★ (2)30 mi
The American Institute for Cognitive Therapy NYC5.0★ (2)19 mi

How we ranked Oceanside addiction counselors

We scored 386 Oceanside 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 Oceanside 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 Oceanside: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Oceanside?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Oceanside, NY is Ascendant Intensive Outpatient Program NYC with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 5.0★ from 95 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Ed Thompson Veterans Program (#2) and Faith Mission Crisis Center (#3) follow. We ranked 386 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Oceanside?

RankedPsychologists ranks 386 addiction counselors serving Oceanside, NY. 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 Oceanside work on weekends?

201 of 386 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 105 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Ascendant Intensive Outpatient Program NYC (#1), Ed Thompson Veterans Program (#2) and Faith Mission Crisis Center (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Oceanside addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 386 rated addiction counselors in Oceanside is 4.2★, with a median of 17 reviews. BlueCrest Recovery Center has the most, 669 reviews, and ranks #6. 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 Oceanside count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 386 addiction counselors serving Oceanside.

More addiction counselors and Oceanside pages