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Best Addiction Counselors in Springfield, VA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Springfield: The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center - Alexandria Virginia, RP Score 76/100; 3.5★ from 13 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 24

    Most-reviewed: IAFF Center of Excellence, 998 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 241 ranked; ranked #24.

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

241 Springfield addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 89 open Saturdays and 35 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.4★ across 241 rated practices.

Most of this list also appears on the Addiction counselors in Arlington ranking. See Addiction counselors in Arlington

Top 10 addiction counselors in Springfield 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 Springfield at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center - Alexandria Virginia763.5★ (13)Alexandria, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Fairfax Detoxification Center745.0★ (15)Chantilly, 15 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Recovery Centers of America Capital Region744.4★ (261)Waldorf, 20 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Nuvaya744.3★ (7)Washington, D.C., 13 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Crossroads Residential Program743.7★ (12)Alexandria, 4 mi away——
6aeda associates734.8★ (41)Centreville, 14 mi away——
7Ryan Rehabilitation LLC724.9★ (395)Glenmont, 18 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8A New Beginning704.1★ (12)Chantilly, 15 mi away——
9The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center - Washington DC703.9★ (11)Hyattsville, 17 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Ryan Rehabilitation694.9★ (391)Montgomery Village, 27 mi awaySat—

The 241 best addiction counselors in Springfield, 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 Springfield

    #1 The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center - Alexandria Virginia

    Based in Alexandria, 3 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.5★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.5★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    6528 Little River Turnpike Service Rd, Alexandria, VA 22312
    View profile for The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center - Alexandria Virginia(703) 642-9270

  4. #4 Nuvaya

    Based in Washington, D.C., 13 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2523 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
    View profile for Nuvaya(202) 667-8831

  6. #6 aeda associates

    Based in Centreville, 14 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 41 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 41 Google reviews
    Address
    6239 Summer Pond Dr, Centreville, VA 20121
    View profile for aeda associates(571) 612-0497

  7. #7 Ryan Rehabilitation LLC

    Based in Glenmont, 18 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 395 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 395 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3821 Farragut Ave, Kensington, MD 20895
    View profile for Ryan Rehabilitation LLC(301) 949-7771

  8. #8 A New Beginning

    Based in Chantilly, 15 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.1★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 12 Google reviews
    Address
    4213 Walney Rd, Chantilly, VA 20151
    View profile for A New Beginning(703) 502-7060

  9. #9 The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center - Washington DC

    Based in Hyattsville, 17 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.9★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 1 AM–12 AM
    Address
    3304 Kenilworth Ave, Hyattsville, MD 20781
    View profile for The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center - Washington DC(301) 403-1704

  10. #10 Ryan Rehabilitation

    Based in Montgomery Village, 27 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 391 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 391 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–1:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    19630 Club House Rd Ste 715, Montgomery Village, MD 20886
    View profile for Ryan Rehabilitation(301) 258-7771

  11. #11 Counseling Plus Inc. – Mental Health & Substance Use Services

    Based in Wheaton, 19 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Alcoholism treatment program”, 4.8★ from 46 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 46 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    11002 Veirs Mill Rd #601, Wheaton, MD 20902
    View profile for Counseling Plus Inc. – Mental Health & Substance Use Services(301) 565-9001

  13. #13 Encore Outpatient Services

    Based in Arlington, 8 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9:30 AM–8:30 PM · Fri 9:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1005 N Glebe Rd #300, Arlington, VA 22201
    View profile for Encore Outpatient Services(703) 436-8158

  14. #14 Supreme Treatment & Recovery

    Based in Alexandria, 6 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 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–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2560 Huntington Ave Unit 503, Alexandria, VA 22303
    View profile for Supreme Treatment & Recovery(571) 202-7113

  15. #15 Regional Health Partners, Addiction Treatment Center

    Based in Fairfax, 7 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 12 PM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–4 PM · Wed 12 PM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–2 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3917 Blenheim Blvd, Fairfax, VA 22030
    View profile for Regional Health Partners, Addiction Treatment Center(703) 691-4000

  16. #16 BrightView

    Based in Dale City, 12 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 18 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 6:30 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4899 Prince William Pkwy, Woodbridge, VA 22192
    View profile for BrightView(833) 510-3278

  17. #17 Elevate Recovery Center Montgomery County

    Based in Silver Spring, 22 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    11900 Bournefield Way #100, Silver Spring, MD 20904
    View profile for Elevate Recovery Center Montgomery County(301) 755-5957

  18. #18 Outreach

    Based in Waldorf, 19 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 77 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 77 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    11340 Pembrooke Square #214, Waldorf, MD 20603
    View profile for Outreach(410) 800-4466

  20. #20 Montgomery Recovery Services

    Based in Rockville, 22 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.2★ from 25 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:45 AM–11:30 AM · Sat 10:15 AM–11:45 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    14636 Rothgeb Dr, Rockville, MD 20850
    View profile for Montgomery Recovery Services(301) 762-5300

  21. #21 Great Falls Wellness

    Based in Great Falls, 15 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue–Thu 1 PM–9 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    737 Walker Rd #2, Great Falls, VA 22066
    View profile for Great Falls Wellness(703) 659-1400

  24. #24 IAFF Center of Excellence

    Based in Clinton, 23 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 998 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 998 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    13400 Edgemeade Rd, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
    View profile for IAFF Center of Excellence(301) 358-0192

  25. #25 The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center - Hyattsville, MD

    Based in Hyattsville, 17 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.5★ from 10 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.5★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3304 Kenilworth Ave, Hyattsville, MD 20781
    View profile for The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center - Hyattsville, MD(301) 277-7878

How we ranked Springfield addiction counselors

We scored 241 Springfield 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 Springfield 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 Springfield: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Springfield?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Springfield, VA is The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center - Alexandria Virginia with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 3.5★ from 13 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Fairfax Detoxification Center (#2) and Recovery Centers of America Capital Region (#3) follow. We ranked 241 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 Springfield work on weekends?

89 of 241 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 35 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center - Alexandria Virginia (#1), Fairfax Detoxification Center (#2) and Recovery Centers of America Capital Region (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Springfield addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 241 rated addiction counselors in Springfield is 4.4★, with a median of 20 reviews. IAFF Center of Excellence has the most, 998 reviews, and ranks #24. 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 Springfield count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 241 addiction counselors serving Springfield.

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