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Best Addiction Counselors in Saratoga Springs, NY (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Saratoga Springs: Healing Springs Recovery Community Center, RP Score 76/100; 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 13

    Most-reviewed: Savida Health North Adams, 141 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 29 ranked; ranked #13.

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

29 Saratoga Springs addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 10 open Saturdays and 8 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.0★ across 29 rated practices.

Top 10 addiction counselors in Saratoga Springs 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 Saratoga Springs at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Healing Springs Recovery Community Center764.8★ (17)Saratoga SpringsSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2ClearPath Advisors - Addiction Treatment & Recovery714.8★ (6)Queensbury, 17 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3New Choices674.3★ (12)Schenectady, 21 mi away——
4Baldwin Research Institute663.0★ (4)Amsterdam, 23 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Camino Nuevo664.2★ (37)Albany, 29 mi awaySat · Sun—
6Conifer Park - Outpatient Treatment Center - Troy654.1★ (28)Troy, 24 mi awaySat · Evenings—
7Hope House Women & Children643.4★ (8)Albany, 29 mi awaySun · Evenings—
8Conifer Park - Opioid Outpatient Clinic - Schenectady642.8★ (13)Schenectady, 20 mi awaySat · Evenings—
9Conifer Park Outpatient Treatment Center - Glen Falls644.0★ (26)Glens Falls, 17 mi away——
10New Choices Recovery Center634.2★ (32)Schenectady, 20 mi awayEvenings—

The 29 best addiction counselors in Saratoga Springs, 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 Saratoga Springs

    Based in Saratoga Springs

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–8 PM
    Address
    blue awning, 125 High Rock Ave Rear lot, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
  2. Based in Schenectady, 21 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews
    Address
    840 State St, Schenectady, NY 12307
  3. Based in Amsterdam, 23 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    37 Prospect St, Amsterdam, NY 12010
  4. Based in Albany, 29 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.2★ from 37 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 37 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 6:30 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun 7 AM–11 AM
    Address
    175 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206
  5. 65/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.1★ from 28 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 6:30 AM–7 PM · Fri 6:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 7:30 AM–11:30 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    2435 6th Ave, Troy, NY 12180
  6. Based in Albany, 29 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.4★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 12 AM–12 AM · Wed closed · Thu 12 AM–12 AM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    890 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12208
  7. 64/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 2.8★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.8★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–7 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 7:30 AM–11:30 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    600 Franklin St Ste 204, Schenectady, NY 12305
  8. Based in Schenectady, 20 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Alcoholism treatment program”, 4.2★ from 32 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    728 State St, Schenectady, NY 12307
  9. Based in Queensbury, 18 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.5★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.5★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2 Country Club Rd, Queensbury, NY 12804
  10. Based in North Adams, 45 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 5:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue–Thu 5:30 AM–2 PM · Fri 5:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 5:30 AM–10:30 AM
    Address
    1274 Curran Hwy, North Adams, MA 01247
  11. Based in North Adams, 43 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 141 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 141 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    77 Hospital Ave #104, North Adams, MA 01247
  12. Based in Albany, 29 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.2★ from 17 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    271 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206
  13. Based in Albany, 31 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    134 Franklin St, Albany, NY 12202
  14. Based in Albany, 29 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 2.8★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.8★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    573 Livingston Ave, Albany, NY 12206
  15. Based in Albany, 29 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 2.3★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.3★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    879 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12208
  16. Based in Queensbury, 19 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.8★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family counselor”.

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

    • 3.8★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    340 Main St, Hudson Falls, NY 12839
  17. 48/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.0★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–12:30 PM · Sat 6:30 AM–10:30 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    10 Dewitt St, Albany, NY 12207
  18. Based in Albany, 28 mi away

    48/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social worker”.

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

    • 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    902 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12203

All 29 addiction counselors

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #29, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

addiction counselors in Saratoga Springs, ranks 26 to 29
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Hope House Troy Outpatient473.3★ (10)25 mi
27CleanSlate Outpatient Addiction Medicine474.9★ (16)43 mi
28Our Village Services LLC443.4★ (5)28 mi
29Albany County Mental Health Department442.3★ (14)31 mi

Also serving Saratoga Springs

15 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 Saratoga Springs addiction counselors

We scored 29 Saratoga Springs 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 Saratoga Springs 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 Saratoga Springs: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Saratoga Springs?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Saratoga Springs, NY is Healing Springs Recovery Community Center with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. ClearPath Advisors - Addiction Treatment & Recovery (#2) and New Choices (#3) follow. We ranked 29 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Saratoga Springs?

RankedPsychologists ranks 29 addiction counselors serving Saratoga Springs, NY. 2 of them are based in Saratoga Springs; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 15 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 Saratoga Springs work on weekends?

10 of 29 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 8 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Healing Springs Recovery Community Center (#1), ClearPath Advisors - Addiction Treatment & Recovery (#2) and Baldwin Research Institute (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Saratoga Springs addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 29 rated addiction counselors in Saratoga Springs is 4.0★, with a median of 12 reviews. Savida Health North Adams has the most, 141 reviews, and ranks #13. 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 Saratoga Springs count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Saratoga Springs 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 Saratoga Springs 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 Saratoga Springs

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 29 addiction counselors serving Saratoga Springs.