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Best Addiction Counselors in Summerville, SC (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Summerville: Waypoint Recovery Center Outpatient Treatment, RP Score 74/100; 4.6★ from 22 Google reviews.

  2. 14

    Most-reviewed: Crossroads Treatment Center of North Charleston, SC, 195 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 23 ranked; ranked #14.

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

23 Summerville addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 5 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 23 rated practices.

Top 10 addiction counselors in Summerville 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 Summerville at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Waypoint Recovery Center Outpatient Treatment744.6★ (22)North Charleston, 8 mi away—Overall
2Charleston Center713.1★ (87)North Charleston, 16 mi awaySat · Sun—
3Shalom Recovery Services681.9★ (9)North Charleston, 13 mi away——
4Waypoint Recovery Center674.3★ (174)Orangeburg, 43 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Tidewater Health645.0★ (42)Mount Pleasant, 24 mi away——
6The Ernest E. Kennedy Center643.6★ (34)Goose Creek, 14 mi away——
7Todd Magro, MD - Coastal Psychiatry & Addiction Medicine613.7★ (3)North Charleston, 10 mi away——
8Torchlight Interventions and Consulting, LLC604.8★ (19)Charleston, 17 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Palmetto Intervention And Recovery Services595.0★ (16)Hanahan, 13 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Nicole Lucas, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner584.9★ (27)Summerville——

The 23 best addiction counselors in Summerville, 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 Summerville

    #1 Waypoint Recovery Center Outpatient Treatment

    Based in North Charleston, 8 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 22 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 22 Google reviews
    Address
    5401 Netherby Ln Unit 402, North Charleston, SC 29420
    View profile for Waypoint Recovery Center Outpatient Treatment(888) 991-6957

  2. #2 Charleston Center

    Based in North Charleston, 16 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.1★ from 87 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.1★ from 87 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    3685 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405
    View profile for Charleston Center(843) 958-3300

  3. #3 Shalom Recovery Services

    Based in North Charleston, 13 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 1.9★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.9★ from 9 Google reviews
    Address
    1615 Remount Rd, North Charleston, SC 29406
    View profile for Shalom Recovery Services(352) 484-8171

  4. #4 Waypoint Recovery Center

    Based in Orangeburg, 43 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 174 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 174 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    499 Wild Hearts Rd, Cameron, SC 29030
    View profile for Waypoint Recovery Center(888) 991-6957

  5. #5 Tidewater Health

    Based in Mount Pleasant, 24 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1435 Stuart Engals Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
    View profile for Tidewater Health(843) 990-8547

  6. #6 The Ernest E. Kennedy Center

    Based in Goose Creek, 14 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.6★ from 34 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.6★ from 34 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    306 Airport Dr, Moncks Corner, SC 29461
    View profile for The Ernest E. Kennedy Center(843) 761-8272

  14. #14 Crossroads Treatment Center of North Charleston, SC

    Based in North Charleston, 14 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 195 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 195 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5 AM–11 AM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2470 Mall Dr Units B-D, North Charleston, SC 29406
    View profile for Crossroads Treatment Center of North Charleston, SC(803) 205-2779

  15. #15 BHG Charleston Treatment Center

    Based in North Charleston, 17 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 54 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.3★ from 54 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5 AM–12:30 PM · Sat 6 AM–8 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    2301 Cosgrove Ave F, North Charleston, SC 29405
    View profile for BHG Charleston Treatment Center(843) 474-2970

  16. #16 Kennedy Center

    Based in Goose Creek, 8 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.3★ from 6 Google reviews, 8 mi from Summerville.

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

    • 3.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    96 Wisteria Rd, Goose Creek, SC 29445
    View profile for Kennedy Center(843) 797-7871

  17. #17 Hope Integrative Medicine

    Based in Charleston, 18 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Medical clinic”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1064 Gardner Rd Ste 215, Charleston, SC 29407
    View profile for Hope Integrative Medicine(843) 737-0312

  18. #18 Lauren Stephan, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Charleston, 18 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1422 Ashley River Rd, Charleston, SC 29407
    View profile for Lauren Stephan, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(854) 246-1098

  19. #19 Cara McDermott, Psychiatrist

    Based in Charleston, 15 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4000 Faber Pl Dr Ste 110, Charleston, SC 29405
    View profile for Cara McDermott, Psychiatrist(843) 501-1099

  20. #20 Casey Kundert, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Mount Pleasant, 22 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 28 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    871 Lowcountry Blvd Ste 200, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
    View profile for Casey Kundert, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(854) 264-9514

  21. #21 MUSC Health Centerspace Clinic

    Based in Charleston, 17 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.3★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 3.3★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1470 Tobias Gadson Boulevard Gadson Center, #107, Charleston, SC 29407
    View profile for MUSC Health Centerspace Clinic(843) 876-1193

  23. #23 MUSC Health Center for Drug and Alcohol Program at Institute of Psychiatry

    Based in Charleston, 21 mi away

    48/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    Institute of Psychiatry, 67 President St, Charleston, SC 29425
    View profile for MUSC Health Center for Drug and Alcohol Program at Institute of Psychiatry(843) 792-5200

Also serving Summerville

7 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 Summerville
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Anacorita Ellisor, Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerIn Summerville
Ashley Simpson, Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerIn Summerville
Charleston Addictions Counseling, LLC5.0★ (2)22 mi
Gray Wolf Addictions Counseling5.0★ (1)23 mi
Katrina Riley, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner7 mi
Lauren Stephan, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner15 mi
TSK Counseling19 mi

How we ranked Summerville addiction counselors

We scored 23 Summerville 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 Summerville 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 Summerville: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Summerville?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Summerville, SC is Waypoint Recovery Center Outpatient Treatment with an RP Score of 74/100. It has 4.6★ from 22 Google reviews. Charleston Center (#2) and Shalom Recovery Services (#3) follow. We ranked 23 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Summerville?

RankedPsychologists ranks 23 addiction counselors serving Summerville, SC. 3 of them are based in Summerville; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 7 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 Summerville work on weekends?

5 of 23 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Charleston Center (#2), Waypoint Recovery Center (#4) and Torchlight Interventions and Consulting, LLC (#8). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Summerville addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 23 rated addiction counselors in Summerville is 4.6★, with a median of 19 reviews. Crossroads Treatment Center of North Charleston, SC has the most, 195 reviews, and ranks #14. 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 Summerville count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 23 addiction counselors serving Summerville.

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