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Best Addiction Counselors in West Lynchburg, VA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in West Lynchburg: BrightView, RP Score 73/100; 4.6★ from 49 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 10 AM.

  2. 12

    Most-reviewed: Horizon Behavioral Health, 160 Google reviews at 3.7★, the most of 25 ranked; ranked #12.

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

25 West Lynchburg addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 8 open Saturdays and 5 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.4★ across 25 rated practices.

Top 10 addiction counselors in West Lynchburg 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 West Lynchburg at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1BrightView734.6★ (49)Lynchburg, 2 mi awaySatOverall
2Lynchburg Comprehensive Treatment Center724.1★ (91)Lynchburg, 2 mi awaySat—
3Roads to Recovery685.0★ (7)Lynchburg, 1 mi away——
4Addiction Allies LLC675.0★ (5)Lynchburg, 4 mi away——
5Mount Regis Center644.0★ (139)Salem, 48 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Roanoke Refuge615.0★ (3)Salem, 48 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7BrightView614.5★ (91)Roanoke, 42 mi awaySat—
8Savida Health Roanoke604.8★ (101)Roanoke, 42 mi away——
9Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare-Residential604.0★ (9)Roanoke, 42 mi away——
10Savida Health Waynesboro574.9★ (59)Waynesboro, 48 mi away——

The 25 best addiction counselors in West Lynchburg, 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 West Lynchburg

    #1 BrightView

    Based in Lynchburg, 2 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 49 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 49 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 6:30 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–10 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    3704 Old Forest Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24501
    View profile for BrightView(833) 510-3278

  3. #3 Roads to Recovery

    Based in Lynchburg, 1 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3000 Langhorne Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24501
    View profile for Roads to Recovery(434) 455-0053

  4. #4 Addiction Allies LLC

    Based in Lynchburg, 4 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1049 Claymont Dr, Lynchburg, VA 24502
    View profile for Addiction Allies LLC(434) 400-9668

  5. #5 Mount Regis Center

    Based in Salem, 48 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.0★ from 139 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 139 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    125 Knotbreak Rd, Salem, VA 24153
    View profile for Mount Regis Center(540) 404-1016

  6. #6 Roanoke Refuge

    Based in Salem, 48 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1630 Braeburn Dr, Salem, VA 24153
    View profile for Roanoke Refuge(540) 900-0353

  7. #7 BrightView

    Based in Roanoke, 42 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 91 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 91 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 6:30 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–10 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    1345 Plantation Rd NE, Roanoke, VA 24012
    View profile for BrightView(833) 510-3278

  8. #8 Savida Health Roanoke

    Based in Roanoke, 42 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 101 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 101 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1325 Jamison Ave SE, Roanoke, VA 24013
    View profile for Savida Health Roanoke(540) 339-7302

  10. #10 Savida Health Waynesboro

    Based in Waynesboro, 48 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.9★ from 59 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 59 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    125 Lucy Ln Ste E, Waynesboro, VA 22980
    View profile for Savida Health Waynesboro(540) 986-4260

  11. #11 Tandem Behavioral Health

    Based in Roanoke, 43 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.4★ from 22 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1111 S Jefferson St Ste A, Roanoke, VA 24016
    View profile for Tandem Behavioral Health(540) 348-4700

  12. #12 Horizon Behavioral Health

    Based in Lynchburg, 1 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.7★ from 160 Google reviews, 1 mi from West Lynchburg.

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

    • 3.7★ from 160 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2215 Langhorne Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24501
    View profile for Horizon Behavioral Health(434) 477-5000

  13. #13 Crossroads

    Based in Lynchburg, 1 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 23 Google reviews, 1 mi from West Lynchburg.

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

    • 4.8★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–1 PM · Tue–Wed closed · Thu 10 AM–2 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    2250 Murrell Rd Ste B, Lynchburg, VA 24501
    View profile for Crossroads(804) 203-0626

  14. #14 Horizon Behavioral Health

    Based in Lynchburg, 1 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.1★ from 19 Google reviews, 1 mi from West Lynchburg.

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

    • 3.1★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2235 Landover Pl A, Lynchburg, VA 24501
    View profile for Horizon Behavioral Health(434) 847-8000

  17. #17 Horizon Behavioral Health

    Based in Lynchburg, 19 mi away

    47/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 1.6★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 1.6★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    226 Union Blvd, Appomattox, VA 24522
    View profile for Horizon Behavioral Health(434) 352-8239

  19. #19 Anderson Treatment

    Based in Roanoke, 44 mi away

    45/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 75 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 75 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    706 Campbell Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24016
    View profile for Anderson Treatment(540) 400-7841

  20. #20 Groups Recover Together

    Based in Roanoke, 44 mi away

    43/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 10 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 10 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    2601 Franklin Rd SW, Roanoke, VA 24014
    View profile for Groups Recover Together(540) 202-2554

  21. #21 National Counseling Group

    Based in Roanoke, 46 mi away

    43/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    3922 Electric Rd Ste 200, Roanoke, VA 24018
    View profile for National Counseling Group(540) 776-0716

  22. #22 Joseph W. Iskandar, D.O., F.A.P.A. Child & Adult Psychiatrist

    Based in Roanoke, 48 mi away

    42/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

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

    • 4.3★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2774 Electric Rd Ste A, Roanoke, VA 24018
    View profile for Joseph W. Iskandar, D.O., F.A.P.A. Child & Adult Psychiatrist(540) 344-5100

  23. #23 True North Clinic

    Based in Roanoke, 43 mi away

    41/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

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

    • 3.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5673 Airport Rd NW, Roanoke, VA 24012
    View profile for True North Clinic(540) 523-8080

Also serving West Lynchburg

4 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 West Lynchburg
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
ehs / embrace recovery2.0★ (1)44 mi
Horizon Wellness Treatment Center1 mi
Into Action Recovery Centers44 mi
True North Clinic Residential43 mi

How we ranked West Lynchburg addiction counselors

We scored 25 West Lynchburg 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 West Lynchburg 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 West Lynchburg: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in West Lynchburg?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in West Lynchburg, VA is BrightView with an RP Score of 73/100. It has 4.6★ from 49 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 10 AM. Lynchburg Comprehensive Treatment Center (#2) and Roads to Recovery (#3) follow. We ranked 25 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in West Lynchburg?

RankedPsychologists ranks 25 addiction counselors serving West Lynchburg, VA. Another 4 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 West Lynchburg work on weekends?

8 of 25 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 5 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are BrightView (#1), Lynchburg Comprehensive Treatment Center (#2) and Mount Regis Center (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do West Lynchburg addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 25 rated addiction counselors in West Lynchburg is 4.4★, with a median of 23 reviews. Horizon Behavioral Health has the most, 160 reviews, and ranks #12. 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 West Lynchburg count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the West Lynchburg 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 West Lynchburg 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 West Lynchburg

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 25 addiction counselors serving West Lynchburg.

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