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Best Addiction Counselors in Safety Harbor, FL (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Safety Harbor: Clean Recovery Centers, RP Score 78/100; 4.6★ from 214 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 45

    Most-reviewed: River Oaks Treatment Center, 779 Google reviews at 4.1★, the most of 112 ranked; ranked #45.

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

112 Safety Harbor addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 50 open Saturdays and 37 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 112 rated practices.

Top 10 addiction counselors in Safety Harbor 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 Safety Harbor at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Clean Recovery Centers784.6★ (214)Largo, 8 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Real Recovery Solutions North Tampa774.9★ (174)Tampa, 16 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Clean Recovery Centers774.6★ (460)Tampa, 15 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Footprints Beachside Recovery764.8★ (139)St. Petersburg, 17 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Turning Point of Tampa Inc763.9★ (168)Tampa, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Clean Recovery Centers754.7★ (396)New Port Richey, 20 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Tranquil Shores754.7★ (60)Seminole, 14 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Real Recovery Solutions Brandon745.0★ (184)Brandon, 25 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Riverside Recovery of New Port Richey745.0★ (31)New Port Richey, 17 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Real Recovery Solutions New Port Richey734.9★ (164)New Port Richey, 17 mi awaySat · Sun—

The 112 best addiction counselors in Safety Harbor, 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 Safety Harbor

    #1 Clean Recovery Centers

    Based in Largo, 8 mi away

    78/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 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

  3. #3 Clean Recovery Centers

    Based in Tampa, 15 mi away

    77/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 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

  4. #4 Footprints Beachside Recovery

    Based in St. Petersburg, 17 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 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 Turning Point of Tampa Inc

    Based in Tampa, 7 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 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

  6. #6 Clean Recovery Centers

    Based in New Port Richey, 20 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 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

  7. #7 Tranquil Shores

    Based in Seminole, 14 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 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

  12. #12 Operation PAR

    Based in Clearwater, 6 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 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

  15. #15 Spring Gardens Recovery

    Based in Land O' Lakes, 19 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 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

  20. #20 Florida Treatment Center

    Based in Tampa, 20 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 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

  22. #22 Clean Recovery Centers

    Based in Bradenton, 36 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 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

  23. #23 Sophros Recovery

    Based in Tampa, 17 mi away

    68/100RP 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

  24. #24 Chrysalis Center

    Based in St. Petersburg, 13 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 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

  25. #25 Sabal Palms Recovery Center

    Based in Spring Hill, 40 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.5★ from 66 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 66 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    7300 Grove Rd, Brooksville, FL 34613
    View profile for Sabal Palms Recovery Center(352) 549-9759

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

addiction counselors in Safety Harbor, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Florida Treatment Services of New Port Richey664.5★ (8)16 mi
27Cactus Substance Abuse & Mental Health Evaluations644.4★ (7)7 mi
28Banyan Tampa645.0★ (88)12 mi
29Riverside Recovery of Tampa634.5★ (278)13 mi
30Instic Health623.2★ (22)16 mi
31Agency for Community Treatment Services (ACTS)623.3★ (14)18 mi
32Hillsborough County Anti Drug Alliance624.0★ (4)18 mi
33AnewU Inc.624.7★ (26)24 mi
34Operation PAR Inc613.5★ (43)7 mi
35Hess Hypnotherapy Clearwater615.0★ (13)5 mi
36Da Vinci Recovery Homes615.0★ (52)20 mi
37Turning Point604.2★ (72)15 mi
38Psychological Management Group604.2★ (5)25 mi
39Medical Wellness of Tampa LLC603.8★ (24)25 mi
40Bridges International - Bradenton603.7★ (33)40 mi
417 Summit Pathways604.5★ (60)20 mi
42Adele Gilbert Residential Treatment Facility595.0★ (5)15 mi
43Sarasota Addiction Specialists584.9★ (88)46 mi
44River Oaks Outpatient Treatment585.0★ (34)26 mi
45River Oaks Treatment Center584.1★ (779)26 mi
46Sober Solutions583.1★ (28)43 mi
47Dr. Jeri Devale PhD Psychotherapist and Lic. Marriage, Family, Child Counselor575.0★ (5)13 mi
48Pawsitive Drug Detection564.6★ (7)8 mi
49Solstice Health & Wellness564.8★ (43)47 mi
50The Insight Program564.9★ (58)6 mi

Also serving Safety Harbor

19 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 Safety Harbor
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Ankit Patel, Psychiatrist7 mi
Baylife Counseling, LLC5.0★ (1)18 mi
DayQuest Life Counseling - Michael E Whalen LMHC5.0★ (1)15 mi
Dr. Damon Dye5.0★ (2)24 mi
Dragonfly Counseling Rita Young5.0★ (1)23 mi
Dui & Domestic Violence Counseling37 mi
For a New Start LLC5.0★ (1)20 mi
Hailee Kvidera, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner15 mi
Healthy Sex Consultants, LLC5.0★ (1)7 mi
Hyde Park Counseling Center13 mi
Javacia Davenport, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner25 mi
Kevin Stevenson, LMHC, MCAP4.5★ (2)18 mi
Medication Assisted Patient Services19 mi
Mending Wounded Souls8 mi
Mental Health Treatment Center of Tampa Bay4 mi
Mental Life Support - Addiction Care,11 mi
Pinellas County Mental Health | Substance Abuse Counseling9 mi
Tampa Bay Recovery Care13 mi
West Coast Behavioral Therapy4.5★ (2)15 mi

How we ranked Safety Harbor addiction counselors

We scored 112 Safety Harbor 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 Safety Harbor 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 Safety Harbor: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Safety Harbor?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Safety Harbor, FL is Clean Recovery Centers with an RP Score of 78/100. It has 4.6★ from 214 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Real Recovery Solutions North Tampa (#2) and Clean Recovery Centers (#3) follow. We ranked 112 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Safety Harbor?

RankedPsychologists ranks 112 addiction counselors serving Safety Harbor, FL. Another 19 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 Safety Harbor work on weekends?

50 of 112 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 37 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Clean Recovery Centers (#1), Real Recovery Solutions North Tampa (#2) and Clean Recovery Centers (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Safety Harbor addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 112 rated addiction counselors in Safety Harbor is 4.5★, with a median of 34 reviews. River Oaks Treatment Center has the most, 779 reviews, and ranks #45. 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 Safety Harbor count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Safety Harbor 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 Safety Harbor 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 Safety Harbor

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 112 addiction counselors serving Safety Harbor.

More addiction counselors and Safety Harbor pages