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Best Addiction Counselors in Westerville, OH (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Westerville: Oak Grove Recovery, RP Score 76/100; 3.3★ from 67 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 2

    Most-reviewed: Community Medical Services, 177 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 124 ranked; ranked #2.

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

124 Westerville addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 49 open Saturdays and 24 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.4★ across 124 rated practices.

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

Top 10 addiction counselors in Westerville 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 Westerville at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Oak Grove Recovery763.3★ (67)WestervilleSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Community Medical Services714.5★ (177)Columbus, 12 mi awaySatMost reviews
3BrightView704.6★ (95)Whitehall, 12 mi awaySat—
4Community Medical Services704.9★ (44)Columbus, 11 mi awaySat—
5Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions693.4★ (29)Columbus, 12 mi awaySat · Sun—
6Ridge Outpatient Columbus684.6★ (9)Westerville——
7MedMark Treatment Centers Columbus East684.5★ (31)Columbus, 12 mi awaySat—
8Nex Level Behavioral Health & Addiction Services, LLC684.1★ (39)Columbus, 12 mi awaySat—
9Complete Healthcare East Addiction Treatment684.4★ (7)Columbus, 11 mi awaySat—
10Freedom Recovery: Addiction Treatment685.0★ (12)London, 32 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 124 best addiction counselors in Westerville, 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.

Scores below: based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. Ranked #1 in Westerville

    #1 Oak Grove Recovery

    Based in Westerville

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.3★ from 67 Google reviews.

    • 3.3★ from 67 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    690 Cooper Rd, Westerville, OH 43081
    View profile for Oak Grove Recovery(614) 335-7155

  2. #2 Community Medical Services

    Based in Columbus, 12 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 177 Google reviews.

    • 4.5★ from 177 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:30 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–10 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    1380 Dublin Rd Suite 100, Columbus, OH 43215
    View profile for Community Medical Services(614) 488-7117

  3. #3 BrightView

    Based in Whitehall, 12 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 95 Google reviews.

    • 4.6★ from 95 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–11 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    3768 E Main St, Whitehall, OH 43213
    View profile for BrightView(833) 510-3278

  11. #11 Highlife Recovery

    Based in Circleville, 35 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 34 Google reviews.

    • 4.7★ from 34 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    906 N Court St, Circleville, OH 43113
    View profile for Highlife Recovery(740) 477-7444

  14. #14 Quiet Waters Clinics

    Based in Columbus, 4 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews.

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9039 Antares Ave b, Columbus, OH 43240
    View profile for Quiet Waters Clinics(614) 505-0091

  18. #18 BrightView

    Based in Newark, 26 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 79 Google reviews.

    • 4.6★ from 79 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–11 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    1445 W Main St, Newark, OH 43055
    View profile for BrightView(833) 510-3278

  23. #23 BrightView

    Based in Newark, 27 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 38 Google reviews.

    • 4.5★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–11 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    974 N 21st St, Newark, OH 43055
    View profile for BrightView(833) 510-3278

How we ranked Westerville addiction counselors

We scored 124 Westerville 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 Westerville 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 Westerville: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Westerville?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Westerville, OH is Oak Grove Recovery with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 3.3★ from 67 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Community Medical Services (#2) and BrightView (#3) follow. We ranked 124 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Westerville?

RankedPsychologists ranks 124 addiction counselors serving Westerville, OH. 2 of them are based in Westerville; the rest serve it from nearby towns. 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 Westerville work on weekends?

49 of 124 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 24 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Oak Grove Recovery (#1), Community Medical Services (#2) and BrightView (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Westerville addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 124 rated addiction counselors in Westerville is 4.4★, with a median of 17 reviews. Community Medical Services has the most, 177 reviews, and ranks #2. 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 Westerville count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 124 addiction counselors serving Westerville.

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