81/100RP Score
Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 669 Google reviews.
Best Addiction Counselors in Rutherford, NJ (2026)
396 addiction counselors ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Rutherford: BlueCrest Recovery Center, RP Score 81/100; 4.8★ from 669 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 17
Most-reviewed: Recovery Centers of America at Raritan Bay, 355 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 396 ranked after BlueCrest Recovery Center; ranked #17.
Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
396 Rutherford addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 209 open Saturdays and 118 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.3★ across 396 rated practices.
Most of this list also appears on the Addiction counselors in Paterson ranking. See Addiction counselors in Paterson
Top 10 addiction counselors in Rutherford 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 | BlueCrest Recovery Center | 81 | 4.8★ (669) | Woodland Park, 5 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | Ascendant Intensive Outpatient Program NYC | 79 | 5.0★ (95) | New York City, 9 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Barnert Subacute Rehabilitation Center | 78 | 4.4★ (188) | Paterson, 7 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Cliffside Recovery | 76 | 4.6★ (33) | Englewood, 9 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Center for Network Therapy | 75 | 4.2★ (18) | West Orange, 8 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Angel Hope House | 75 | 4.6★ (14) | Newark, 9 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Vida Family Services Inc | 74 | 4.3★ (12) | New York City, 9 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Care Counseling Center | 74 | 5.0★ (33) | New York City, 8 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 9 | New Chapter Youth Program | 74 | 5.0★ (29) | Parsippany, 16 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 10 | The Hope Institute - Treatment Center | 74 | 4.9★ (140) | West Milford, 24 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
The 396 best addiction counselors in Rutherford, 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.
Scores below: based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in New York City, 9 mi away
79/100RP ScoreRanked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 95 Google reviews.
Based in Paterson, 7 mi away
78/100RP ScoreRanked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.4★ from 188 Google reviews.
Based in Englewood, 9 mi away
76/100RP ScoreRanked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 33 Google reviews.
Based in West Orange, 8 mi away
75/100RP ScoreRanked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.2★ from 18 Google reviews.
Based in Newark, 9 mi away
75/100RP ScoreRanked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 14 Google reviews.
Based in New York City, 9 mi away
74/100RP ScoreRanked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews.
Based in New York City, 8 mi away
74/100RP ScoreRanked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews.
Based in Parsippany, 16 mi away
74/100RP ScoreRanked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 29 Google reviews.
Based in West Milford, 24 mi away
74/100RP ScoreRanked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 140 Google reviews.
Based in Staten Island, 15 mi away
74/100RP ScoreRanked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 26 Google reviews.
Based in Florham Park, 15 mi away
74/100RP ScoreRanked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 23 Google reviews.
Based in Brooklyn, 13 mi away
74/100RP ScoreRanked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Alcoholism treatment program”, 4.6★ from 19 Google reviews.
Based in Ringwood, 23 mi away
73/100RP ScoreRanked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 69 Google reviews.
Based in Brooklyn, 13 mi away
73/100RP ScoreRanked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 42 Google reviews.
Based in Newark, 7 mi away
73/100RP ScoreRanked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 74 Google reviews.
Based in Sayreville Junction, 27 mi away
72/100RP ScoreRanked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 355 Google reviews.
Based in Wayne, 11 mi away
72/100RP ScoreRanked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.1★ from 8 Google reviews.
Based in New York City, 9 mi away
72/100RP ScoreRanked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.1★ from 79 Google reviews.
Based in New York City, 9 mi away
72/100RP ScoreRanked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 1.8★ from 8 Google reviews.
Based in Staten Island, 21 mi away
72/100RP ScoreRanked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 32 Google reviews.
#22 Release Recovery
Based in Port Chester, 25 mi away
71/100RP ScoreRanked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 63 Google reviews.
Based in Brooklyn, 11 mi away
71/100RP ScoreRanked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 87 Google reviews.
Based in Jamaica, 17 mi away
71/100RP ScoreRanked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.0★ from 12 Google reviews.
Based in New Rochelle, 18 mi away
71/100RP ScoreRanked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.2★ from 6 Google reviews.
How we ranked Rutherford addiction counselors
We scored 396 Rutherford 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 Rutherford 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 Rutherford: frequently asked questions
Who is the best addiction counselor in Rutherford?
By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Rutherford, NJ is BlueCrest Recovery Center with an RP Score of 81/100. It has 4.8★ from 669 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Ascendant Intensive Outpatient Program NYC (#2) and Barnert Subacute Rehabilitation Center (#3) follow. We ranked 396 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 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 Rutherford work on weekends?
209 of 396 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 118 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are BlueCrest Recovery Center (#1), Ascendant Intensive Outpatient Program NYC (#2) and Barnert Subacute Rehabilitation Center (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.
What Google rating do Rutherford addiction counselors have?
The median Google rating among 396 rated addiction counselors in Rutherford is 4.3★, with a median of 18 reviews. BlueCrest Recovery Center has the most, 669 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 Rutherford count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Rutherford 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 Rutherford 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 Rutherford
- November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 396 addiction counselors serving Rutherford.
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