67/100RP Score
Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.0★ from 56 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Best Addiction Counselors in Red Wing, MN (2026)
88 addiction counselors ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Red Wing: Gateway Recovery Center, RP Score 67/100; 4.0★ from 56 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 40
Most-reviewed: Allina Health United Family Physicians Clinic, 207 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 88 ranked; ranked #40.
Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
88 Red Wing addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 23 open Saturdays and 13 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 3.9★ across 88 rated practices.
Top 10 addiction counselors in Red Wing 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.
| Rank | Business | RP Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gateway Recovery Center | 67 | 4.0★ (56) | Inver Grove Heights, 32 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation | 65 | 4.0★ (56) | Saint Paul, 38 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | EOSIS Latitudes | 64 | 3.8★ (24) | Saint Paul, 37 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | EOSIS Lake Shore | 63 | 4.1★ (27) | White Bear Lake, 41 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Pathway House | 63 | 3.3★ (42) | Rochester, 38 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | MN Recovery - Alcohol & Drug Addiction Treatment | 63 | 5.0★ (3) | Eagan, 36 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 7 | EOSIS Tapestry | 63 | 3.0★ (49) | Saint Paul, 37 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Kinnic Falls Inc. | 62 | 4.7★ (22) | River Falls, 20 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Beauterre | 62 | 3.9★ (79) | Owatonna, 49 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 10 | Create South | 59 | 4.7★ (3) | Saint Paul, 35 mi away | — | — |
The 88 best addiction counselors in Red Wing, 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.
Based in Saint Paul, 38 mi away
65/100RP ScoreRanked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.0★ from 56 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Saint Paul, 37 mi away
64/100RP ScoreRanked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.8★ from 24 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in White Bear Lake, 41 mi away
63/100RP ScoreRanked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.1★ from 27 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Rochester, 38 mi away
63/100RP ScoreRanked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.3★ from 42 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Eagan, 36 mi away
63/100RP ScoreRanked #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.
Based in Saint Paul, 37 mi away
63/100RP ScoreRanked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.0★ from 49 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in River Falls, 20 mi away
62/100RP ScoreRanked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 22 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#9 Beauterre
Based in Owatonna, 49 mi away
62/100RP ScoreRanked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.9★ from 79 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#10 Create South
Based in Saint Paul, 35 mi away
59/100RP ScoreRanked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
#11 STS
Based in Saint Paul, 39 mi away
59/100RP ScoreRanked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.1★ from 32 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Bloomington, 41 mi away
58/100RP ScoreRanked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 79 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Saint Paul, 42 mi away
58/100RP ScoreRanked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.4★ from 58 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
#14 Abria Recovery
Based in Burnsville, 38 mi away
58/100RP ScoreRanked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 29 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Minneapolis, 45 mi away
57/100RP ScoreRanked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.3★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#16 The Gables
Based in Rochester, 38 mi away
55/100RP ScoreRanked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.0★ from 17 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#17 Common Ground
Based in Rochester, 39 mi away
55/100RP ScoreRanked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.8★ from 31 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Eagan, 36 mi away
55/100RP ScoreRanked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.9★ from 8 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Saint Paul, 37 mi away
55/100RP ScoreRanked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.4★ from 61 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#20 Parity Wellness
Based in Saint Paul, 36 mi away
55/100RP ScoreRanked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Maplewood, 39 mi away
54/100RP ScoreRanked #21 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.
#22 Sage Prairie
Based in Eagan, 36 mi away
54/100RP ScoreRanked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.6★ from 13 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Hudson, 33 mi away
54/100RP ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 88 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#24 Elite Recovery
Based in Saint Paul, 40 mi away
54/100RP ScoreRanked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.3★ from 12 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Owatonna, 48 mi away
54/100RP ScoreRanked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
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 88 ranked addiction counselors here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Red Wing
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.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Addiction Health Center | 38 mi | |
| Anthony Louis Center - On-Belay House | 3.0★ (2) | 34 mi |
| Blue Meadow Wellness | 32 mi | |
| Clere Consulting LLC | 44 mi | |
| Crecer Services LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 37 mi |
| Fountain Centers - Owatonna | 3.0★ (2) | 47 mi |
| Grace Modina, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner | 38 mi | |
| HealthEast Mental Health and Addiction Services | 3.0★ (2) | 41 mi |
| Hem Counseling | 36 mi | |
| Journey Counseling Services | 31 mi | |
| Juanita McCabe, Professional Counselor- Certified Sandplay Therapist-Sandplay Therapists of America | 5.0★ (1) | 31 mi |
| Linh Nguyen De Castro, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner | 38 mi | |
| Lionheart Wellness & Recovery | 5.0★ (2) | 21 mi |
| Mackenzie Moe, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner | 5.0★ (2) | 44 mi |
| Mental Health Systems, Inc | 35 mi | |
| New Perspectives Behavioral Health Systems | 44 mi | |
| Northstar Behavioral Health Network | 5.0★ (2) | 39 mi |
| Primer Paso | 40 mi | |
| Senior Recovery Center | 5.0★ (1) | 37 mi |
| Stepping Stones Counseling, LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 46 mi |
How we ranked Red Wing addiction counselors
We scored 88 Red Wing 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Red Wing data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Review volume | 5% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of Google reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availability | Measured |
| Specialty focus | 25% | How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 15% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
How to choose an addiction counselor
- Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
- Make sure addiction counseling is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
- Ask which credential the counselor holds (for example a state addiction counselor certification, LPC or LCSW).
- Ask whether they work with a physician if medication for addiction treatment is part of your plan.
- 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.
- Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
- 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 Red Wing: frequently asked questions
Who is the best addiction counselor in Red Wing?
By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Red Wing, MN is Gateway Recovery Center with an RP Score of 67/100. It has 4.0★ from 56 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation (#2) and EOSIS Latitudes (#3) follow. We ranked 88 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many addiction counselors are there in Red Wing?
RankedPsychologists ranks 88 addiction counselors serving Red Wing, MN. 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 Red Wing work on weekends?
23 of 88 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 13 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Gateway Recovery Center (#1), Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation (#2) and EOSIS Latitudes (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.
What Google rating do Red Wing addiction counselors have?
The median Google rating among 88 rated addiction counselors in Red Wing is 3.9★, with a median of 18 reviews. Allina Health United Family Physicians Clinic has the most, 207 reviews, and ranks #40. 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 Red Wing count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Red Wing 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 Red Wing 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 Red Wing
- November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 88 addiction counselors serving Red Wing.
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