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Best Addiction Counselors in Valparaiso, IN (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Valparaiso: ADTR Center - Alcohol & Drug Addiction Treatment, RP Score 74/100; 4.5★ from 11 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 15

    Most-reviewed: Rogerian Solutions DUI Evaluation and DUI Classes, 165 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 182 ranked; ranked #15.

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

182 Valparaiso addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 103 open Saturdays and 39 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.2★ across 182 rated practices.

Top 10 addiction counselors in Valparaiso 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 Valparaiso at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1ADTR Center - Alcohol & Drug Addiction Treatment744.5★ (11)Crown Point, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2ADTR Center - Addiction Treatment715.0★ (3)Gary, 17 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3ADTR Center - Addiction Treatment714.9★ (10)Schererville, 21 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Porter-Starke Services Recovery Center703.5★ (13)ValparaisoSat—
5New Season Treatment Center – Semoran693.7★ (78)Gary, 14 mi awaySat · Sun—
6Three20 Recovery684.9★ (34)Chesterton, 9 mi awayEvenings—
7Alliance MD674.9★ (105)Michigan City, 16 mi away——
8Alliance MD - Addiction Treatment Center675.0★ (62)Merrillville, 14 mi away——
9Addiction and Family Counseling Inc.674.9★ (49)Munster, 25 mi awaySat · Evenings—
10MedMark Treatment Centers Merrillville663.5★ (30)Merrillville, 14 mi awaySat—

The 182 best addiction counselors in Valparaiso, 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. Based in Chesterton, 9 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–7:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    320 S Calumet Rd, Chesterton, IN 46304
  2. Based in Michigan City, 16 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 105 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 105 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    10176 W 400 N c, Michigan City, IN 46360
  3. Based in Merrillville, 14 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.5★ from 30 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.5★ from 30 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 4:45 AM–12:30 PM · Sat 6 AM–10 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    8500 Broadway Ste. H, Merrillville, IN 46410
  4. Based in Chesterton, 10 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 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–8 PM · Tue 9 AM–3 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    801 Broadway Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304
  5. Based in Chicago, 36 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 125 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 125 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–8:30 PM · Tue–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    400 W 76th St Ste 326, Chicago, IL 60620
  6. Based in Homewood, 26 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 5:30 AM–2:30 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 5:30 AM–2:30 PM · Sat 7:30 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    19408 North Creek, Lynwood, IL 60411
  7. Based in Palos Heights, 41 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 165 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 165 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–10 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    11759 SW Hwy Ste 2, Palos Heights, IL 60463
  8. Based in Munster, 24 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 51 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 51 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    8242 Calumet Ave, Munster, IN 46321
  9. Based in Oak Forest, 36 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 128 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 128 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    15507 S Cicero Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452
  10. Based in Blue Island, 35 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Alcoholism treatment program”, 4.5★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 12 AM–7 PM · Tue–Sat 7:01 PM–12 AM · Sun 12 AM–7 PM
    Address
    2508 Collins St, Blue Island, IL 60406
  11. Based in Calumet City, 27 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.7★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 5:30 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1473 Ring Rd, Calumet City, IL 60409
  12. Based in Hazel Crest, 32 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 47 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 47 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5 AM–10:15 AM · Sat 5:30 AM–9:45 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    17100 Dixie Hwy Ste D, Hazel Crest, IL 60429

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

addiction counselors in Valparaiso, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Family Guidance Center South624.4★ (22)32 mi
27Universal Family Connection623.6★ (30)35 mi
28Teen Challenge Chicago613.0★ (21)46 mi
29Never Alone Recovery615.0★ (117)24 mi
30Nuway Community Services613.8★ (53)35 mi
31Thresholds Home Health Hope613.7★ (3)35 mi
32Drexel Counseling Inc603.9★ (17)33 mi
33Ican Community Services603.9★ (11)30 mi
34Counseling Center of Illinois604.3★ (46)49 mi
35CleanSlate Outpatient Addiction Medicine604.7★ (155)14 mi
36Counseling Center of Illinois604.0★ (4)42 mi
37DUI Evaluation and Counseling Center605.0★ (19)41 mi
38Solley's Place604.6★ (20)39 mi
39Alpharus Health604.2★ (18)41 mi
40Fola Community Action Services603.7★ (27)37 mi
41Chicago Treatment & Recovery604.5★ (18)40 mi
42Pilsen Wellness Center Gage Park604.4★ (21)40 mi
43Pillars of Wellness Inc. / Anxiety, Depression And Addiction Therapy602.8★ (16)In Valparaiso
44Premier Treatment & Counseling Services,LLC595.0★ (24)33 mi
45Abraxas Youth And Family Services593.0★ (4)38 mi
46Katherine Boone Robinson Foundation594.9★ (7)43 mi
47Elite Treatment Center592.2★ (14)31 mi
48LifeHouse Behavioral Health594.8★ (21)35 mi
49Recovery Works Merrillville583.4★ (76)14 mi
50LSSI Addiction Treatment Center - Kenmore583.2★ (38)47 mi

Also serving Valparaiso

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 Valparaiso addiction counselors

We scored 182 Valparaiso 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 Valparaiso 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 Valparaiso: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Valparaiso?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Valparaiso, IN is ADTR Center - Alcohol & Drug Addiction Treatment with an RP Score of 74/100. It has 4.5★ from 11 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. ADTR Center - Addiction Treatment (#2) and ADTR Center - Addiction Treatment (#3) follow. We ranked 182 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Valparaiso?

RankedPsychologists ranks 182 addiction counselors serving Valparaiso, IN. 2 of them are based in Valparaiso; 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 Valparaiso work on weekends?

103 of 182 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 39 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are ADTR Center - Alcohol & Drug Addiction Treatment (#1), ADTR Center - Addiction Treatment (#2) and ADTR Center - Addiction Treatment (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Valparaiso addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 182 rated addiction counselors in Valparaiso is 4.2★, with a median of 23 reviews. Rogerian Solutions DUI Evaluation and DUI Classes has the most, 165 reviews, and ranks #15. 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 Valparaiso count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 182 addiction counselors serving Valparaiso.