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Best Addiction Counselors in Princeton, NJ (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Princeton: Wellness Recovery Center of New Jersey, RP Score 79/100; 4.7★ from 105 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 21

    Most-reviewed: BlueCrest Recovery Center, 669 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 424 ranked; ranked #21.

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

424 Princeton addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 236 open Saturdays and 130 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.4★ across 424 rated practices.

Top 10 addiction counselors in Princeton 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 Princeton at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Wellness Recovery Center of New Jersey794.7★ (105)Princeton Meadows, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2The Living Room at Princeton794.4★ (82)PrincetonSat · Sun · Evenings—
3BriteLife Behavioral Health at Princeton764.6★ (16)Hamilton Square, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Destination Recovery LLC764.8★ (135)Levittown, 18 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Green Springs Wellness754.5★ (23)Bradley Gardens, 11 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Recovery Centers of America at Raritan Bay744.5★ (355)Sayreville Junction, 21 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7The Counseling Center at Monmouth Junction744.3★ (3)Franklin Park, 8 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Life's Journey Recovery House734.3★ (66)Levittown, 17 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Nirvana Recovery Centers - Drug & Alcohol Rehabs New Jersey735.0★ (13)Bound Brook, 18 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Center for Network Therapy, Middlesex724.0★ (40)Middlesex, 17 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 424 best addiction counselors in Princeton, 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 Princeton

    Based in Princeton Meadows, 4 mi away

    79/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 105 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 105 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    231 Clarksville Rd Ste 1, West Windsor Township, NJ 08550
  2. Based in Levittown, 18 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 135 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 135 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    18 Gingerbush Rd, Levittown, PA 19057
  3. Based in Bradley Gardens, 11 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 23 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    390 Amwell Rd Bldg 5 suite 504, Hillsborough Township, NJ 08844
  4. Based in Staten Island, 26 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 32 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    4521 Arthur Kill Rd, Staten Island, NY 10309
  5. Based in Levittown, 17 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 104 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 104 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1262 Wood Ln Suite 103, Langhorne, PA 19047
  6. Based in Marlton, 35 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 53 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 53 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    46 S Maple Ave, Marlton, NJ 08053
  7. Based in Vincentown, 33 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.4★ from 165 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 165 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    287 Old Marlton Pike, Medford, NJ 08055
  8. Based in Woodland Park, 44 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 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
  9. Based in South Old Bridge, 20 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Address
    24 Staghorn Dr, Matawan, NJ 07747

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

addiction counselors in Princeton, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Union First685.0★ (3)26 mi
27Maryville Integrated Care683.5★ (24)26 mi
28Oaks Integrated Care684.4★ (79)7 mi
29Better Life Recovery and Wellness684.8★ (23)34 mi
30Recovery Centers of America684.5★ (258)40 mi
31The Counseling Center at Middlesex681.7★ (6)17 mi
32Victory Bay674.8★ (86)In Princeton
33New Chapter Youth Program675.0★ (29)38 mi
34Restore Health and Wellness Center New Jersey674.9★ (19)36 mi
35Pennsylvania Recovery Center - Philadelphia674.7★ (31)38 mi
36Angel Hope House674.6★ (14)35 mi
37Ascendant Intensive Outpatient Program NYC675.0★ (95)46 mi
38Progressive Addiction Recovery664.8★ (9)10 mi
39Guided Life Structures664.1★ (31)15 mi
40Organization For Recovery664.5★ (31)23 mi
41Center for Network Therapy664.2★ (18)37 mi
42We Level Up Lawrenceville NJ664.4★ (475)6 mi
43Jovenes Brooklyn AA664.6★ (19)40 mi
44Recovery Centers of America at Devon654.3★ (319)46 mi
45The Passion Care Center654.2★ (37)23 mi
46Barnert Subacute Rehabilitation Center654.4★ (188)48 mi
47Sobriety Solutions of New Jersey654.7★ (35)45 mi
48New Hope Foundation653.6★ (15)21 mi
49Under Angel's Wings Recovery Center LLC654.9★ (42)39 mi
50Solstice Counseling & Wellness Center644.3★ (21)26 mi

Also serving Princeton

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.

How we ranked Princeton addiction counselors

We scored 424 Princeton 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 Princeton 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 Princeton: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Princeton?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Princeton, NJ is Wellness Recovery Center of New Jersey with an RP Score of 79/100. It has 4.7★ from 105 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. The Living Room at Princeton (#2) and BriteLife Behavioral Health at Princeton (#3) follow. We ranked 424 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Princeton?

RankedPsychologists ranks 424 addiction counselors serving Princeton, NJ. 2 of them are based in Princeton; 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 Princeton work on weekends?

236 of 424 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 130 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Wellness Recovery Center of New Jersey (#1), The Living Room at Princeton (#2) and BriteLife Behavioral Health at Princeton (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Princeton addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 424 rated addiction counselors in Princeton is 4.4★, with a median of 22 reviews. BlueCrest Recovery Center has the most, 669 reviews, and ranks #21. 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 Princeton count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 424 addiction counselors serving Princeton.