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Best Addiction Counselors in Ruskin, FL (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Ruskin: Real Recovery Solutions Brandon, RP Score 77/100; 5.0★ from 184 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 32

    Most-reviewed: River Oaks Treatment Center, 779 Google reviews at 4.1★, the most of 116 ranked; ranked #32.

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

116 Ruskin addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 53 open Saturdays and 38 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 116 rated practices.

Top 10 addiction counselors in Ruskin 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 Ruskin at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Real Recovery Solutions Brandon775.0★ (184)Brandon, 17 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Real Recovery Solutions Sarasota Bradenton764.9★ (225)Bradenton, 21 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Footprints Beachside Recovery754.8★ (139)St. Petersburg, 20 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Real Recovery Solutions North Tampa744.9★ (174)Tampa, 25 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Clean Recovery Centers744.6★ (460)Tampa, 24 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Clean Recovery Centers734.4★ (123)Bradenton, 20 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7ANR Clinic - Advanced Opioid Treatment Center734.7★ (174)Gulfport, 17 mi awaySat · Sun—
8Clean Recovery Centers724.6★ (214)Largo, 26 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Tranquil Shores724.7★ (60)Seminole, 23 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Turning Point of Tampa Inc713.9★ (168)Tampa, 22 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 116 best addiction counselors in Ruskin, 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.

  3. #3 Footprints Beachside Recovery

    Based in St. Petersburg, 20 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.8★ from 139 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 139 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    9641 Gulf Blvd Ste B, Treasure Island, FL 33706
    View profile for Footprints Beachside Recovery(727) 855-6642

  5. #5 Clean Recovery Centers

    Based in Tampa, 24 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 460 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 460 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    508 W Fletcher Ave, Tampa, FL 33612
    View profile for Clean Recovery Centers(813) 743-3191

  6. #6 Clean Recovery Centers

    Based in Bradenton, 20 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.4★ from 123 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 123 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2401 60th St Ct W, Bradenton, FL 34209
    View profile for Clean Recovery Centers(941) 344-0011

  8. #8 Clean Recovery Centers

    Based in Largo, 26 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 214 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 214 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    360 Clearwater Largo Rd, Largo, FL 33770
    View profile for Clean Recovery Centers(727) 766-0503

  9. #9 Tranquil Shores

    Based in Seminole, 23 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 60 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 60 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    4300 Duhme Rd, Madeira Beach, FL 33708
    View profile for Tranquil Shores(727) 390-2961

  10. #10 Turning Point of Tampa Inc

    Based in Tampa, 22 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 3.9★ from 168 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 168 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    6227 Sheldon Rd, Tampa, FL 33615
    View profile for Turning Point of Tampa Inc(813) 602-7022

  11. #11 Clean Recovery Centers

    Based in Sarasota, 32 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 211 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 211 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    6000 Deacon Pl, Sarasota, FL 34238
    View profile for Clean Recovery Centers(941) 269-1660

  13. #13 Clean Recovery Centers

    Based in New Port Richey, 41 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.7★ from 396 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 396 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    9270 Royal Palm Ave, New Port Richey, FL 34654
    View profile for Clean Recovery Centers(727) 758-4554

  15. #15 Florida Treatment Center

    Based in Tampa, 24 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.4★ from 20 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 12 AM–12 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    13328 Telecom Dr, Tampa, FL 33637
    View profile for Florida Treatment Center(866) 751-6875

  17. #17 Operation PAR

    Based in Clearwater, 22 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.0★ from 92 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 92 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:30 AM–11:30 AM · Sat–Sun 5:30 AM–10 AM
    Address
    6150 150th Ave N, Clearwater, FL 33760
    View profile for Operation PAR(727) 507-4673

  20. #20 Chrysalis Center

    Based in St. Petersburg, 17 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 1.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 1.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    3321 49th Street N, St. Petersburg, FL 33710
    View profile for Chrysalis Center(727) 743-9060

  22. #22 Spring Gardens Recovery

    Based in Land O' Lakes, 33 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 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
    19439 Shumard Oak Dr #12, Land O' Lakes, FL 34638
    View profile for Spring Gardens Recovery(352) 415-0492

  23. #23 Sophros Recovery

    Based in Tampa, 23 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 5.0★ from 113 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 113 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10500 University Center Dr Ste 215, Tampa, FL 33612
    View profile for Sophros Recovery(813) 322-6993

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

addiction counselors in Ruskin, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Tri-County Human Services, Inc.654.3★ (17)40 mi
27Sarasota Addiction Specialists644.9★ (88)27 mi
28AnewU Inc.644.7★ (26)17 mi
29Guardian Recovery - Tampa Addiction Center644.6★ (131)26 mi
30Psychological Management Group634.2★ (5)17 mi
31River Oaks Outpatient Treatment635.0★ (34)12 mi
32River Oaks Treatment Center624.1★ (779)13 mi
33Solstice Health & Wellness624.8★ (43)28 mi
34Agency for Community Treatment Services (ACTS)623.3★ (14)19 mi
35Hillsborough County Anti Drug Alliance624.0★ (4)19 mi
36Riverside Recovery of Tampa624.5★ (278)18 mi
37Operation PAR Inc613.9★ (48)32 mi
38Turning Point614.2★ (72)14 mi
397 Summit Pathways614.5★ (60)17 mi
40Banyan Tampa615.0★ (88)23 mi
41Florida Treatment Services of New Port Richey594.5★ (8)38 mi
42The Crossings Ministries, Inc594.3★ (33)20 mi
43Lightshare Behavioral Wellness & Recovery - Outpatient Services582.6★ (18)26 mi
44Cactus Substance Abuse & Mental Health Evaluations584.4★ (7)28 mi
45Medical Wellness of Tampa LLC583.8★ (24)33 mi
46Lakeland Comprehensive Treatment Center574.4★ (23)38 mi
47Wallace Mental Health & Addiction Cnslg565.0★ (10)34 mi
48Operation PAR Inc563.5★ (43)22 mi
49Dr. Jeri Devale PhD Psychotherapist and Lic. Marriage, Family, Child Counselor555.0★ (5)19 mi
50Instic Health553.2★ (22)38 mi

Also serving Ruskin

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.

Unranked addiction counselors serving Ruskin
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Ankit Patel, Psychiatrist32 mi
Baylife Counseling, LLC5.0★ (1)41 mi
DayQuest Life Counseling - Michael E Whalen LMHC5.0★ (1)13 mi
Dr. Damon Dye5.0★ (2)14 mi
Dragonfly Counseling Rita Young5.0★ (1)30 mi
Dui & Domestic Violence Counseling20 mi
For a New Start LLC5.0★ (1)19 mi
Hailee Kvidera, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner36 mi
Healthy Sex Consultants, LLC5.0★ (1)21 mi
Hyde Park Counseling Center16 mi
Javacia Davenport, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner17 mi
Kevin Stevenson, LMHC, MCAP4.5★ (2)41 mi
Medication Assisted Patient Services42 mi
Mending Wounded Souls23 mi
Mental Health Treatment Center of Tampa Bay28 mi
Mental Life Support - Addiction Care,15 mi
Pinellas County Mental Health | Substance Abuse Counseling19 mi
Richard Nikla, MA, LMHC, CAP Counselor5.0★ (1)32 mi
Tampa Bay Recovery Care20 mi
West Coast Behavioral Therapy4.5★ (2)35 mi

How we ranked Ruskin addiction counselors

We scored 116 Ruskin 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 Ruskin 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 Ruskin: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Ruskin?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Ruskin, FL is Real Recovery Solutions Brandon with an RP Score of 77/100. It has 5.0★ from 184 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Real Recovery Solutions Sarasota Bradenton (#2) and Footprints Beachside Recovery (#3) follow. We ranked 116 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Ruskin?

RankedPsychologists ranks 116 addiction counselors serving Ruskin, FL. 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 Ruskin work on weekends?

53 of 116 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 38 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Real Recovery Solutions Brandon (#1), Real Recovery Solutions Sarasota Bradenton (#2) and Footprints Beachside Recovery (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Ruskin addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 116 rated addiction counselors in Ruskin is 4.5★, with a median of 35 reviews. River Oaks Treatment Center has the most, 779 reviews, and ranks #32. 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 Ruskin count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 116 addiction counselors serving Ruskin.

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