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Best Addiction Counselors in St. Petersburg, FL (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in St. Petersburg: Footprints Beachside Recovery, RP Score 81/100; 4.8★ from 139 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 43

    Most-reviewed: River Oaks Treatment Center, 779 Google reviews at 4.1★, the most of 114 ranked; ranked #43.

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

114 St. Petersburg addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 52 open Saturdays and 37 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 114 rated practices.

Top 10 addiction counselors in St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Footprints Beachside Recovery814.8★ (139)St. PetersburgSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2ANR Clinic - Advanced Opioid Treatment Center784.7★ (174)Gulfport, 2 mi awaySat · Sun—
3Tranquil Shores774.7★ (60)Seminole, 8 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Clean Recovery Centers774.6★ (214)Largo, 13 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Real Recovery Solutions Sarasota Bradenton754.9★ (225)Bradenton, 23 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Real Recovery Solutions Brandon745.0★ (184)Brandon, 26 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Real Recovery Solutions North Tampa744.9★ (174)Tampa, 25 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Clean Recovery Centers744.6★ (460)Tampa, 24 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center734.4★ (67)St. PetersburgSat—
10Clean Recovery Centers734.4★ (123)Bradenton, 21 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 114 best addiction counselors in St. Petersburg, 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 St. Petersburg

    #1 Footprints Beachside Recovery

    Based in St. Petersburg

    81/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 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

  3. #3 Tranquil Shores

    Based in Seminole, 8 mi away

    77/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 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

  4. #4 Clean Recovery Centers

    Based in Largo, 13 mi away

    77/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 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

  8. #8 Clean Recovery Centers

    Based in Tampa, 24 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 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

  10. #10 Clean Recovery Centers

    Based in Bradenton, 21 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 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

  11. #11 Chrysalis Center

    Based in St. Petersburg

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 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

  12. #12 Turning Point of Tampa Inc

    Based in Tampa, 17 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 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

  14. #14 Operation PAR

    Based in Clearwater, 10 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 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 Clean Recovery Centers

    Based in New Port Richey, 36 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 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

  17. #17 Clean Recovery Centers

    Based in Sarasota, 37 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 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

  23. #23 Spring Gardens Recovery

    Based in Land O' Lakes, 32 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 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

  24. #24 Florida Treatment Center

    Based in Tampa, 28 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 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

  25. #25 Sophros Recovery

    Based in Tampa, 25 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 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 114 ranked addiction counselors here; the rest are on their profiles.

addiction counselors in St. Petersburg, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Banyan Tampa655.0★ (88)8 mi
27Turning Point654.2★ (72)In St. Petersburg
28Bridges International - Bradenton653.7★ (33)25 mi
29Sarasota Addiction Specialists634.9★ (88)31 mi
30Cactus Substance Abuse & Mental Health Evaluations624.4★ (7)15 mi
31AnewU Inc.624.7★ (26)25 mi
32Riverside Recovery of Tampa614.5★ (278)19 mi
33Florida Treatment Services of New Port Richey614.5★ (8)31 mi
34Solstice Health & Wellness614.8★ (43)32 mi
35Agency for Community Treatment Services (ACTS)613.3★ (14)23 mi
36Hillsborough County Anti Drug Alliance614.0★ (4)23 mi
37Operation PAR Inc603.5★ (43)9 mi
38Dr. Jeri Devale PhD Psychotherapist and Lic. Marriage, Family, Child Counselor605.0★ (5)4 mi
39Psychological Management Group604.2★ (5)27 mi
40Operation PAR Inc593.9★ (48)36 mi
41River Oaks Outpatient Treatment595.0★ (34)24 mi
427 Summit Pathways594.5★ (60)23 mi
43River Oaks Treatment Center594.1★ (779)24 mi
44Hess Hypnotherapy Clearwater585.0★ (13)13 mi
45Institute of Healing Arts and Films Inc585.0★ (3)In St. Petersburg
46Instic Health583.2★ (22)31 mi
47The Crossings Ministries, Inc574.3★ (33)25 mi
48Lightshare Behavioral Wellness & Recovery - Outpatient Services572.6★ (18)30 mi
49New Season Treatment Center – Bay Area573.9★ (149)6 mi
50Medical Wellness of Tampa LLC573.8★ (24)35 mi

Also serving St. Petersburg

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 St. Petersburg
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Ankit Patel, Psychiatrist22 mi
Baylife Counseling, LLC5.0★ (1)34 mi
DayQuest Life Counseling - Michael E Whalen LMHC5.0★ (1)In St. Petersburg
Dr. Damon Dye5.0★ (2)23 mi
Dragonfly Counseling Rita Young5.0★ (1)33 mi
Dui & Domestic Violence Counseling22 mi
For a New Start LLC5.0★ (1)24 mi
Hailee Kvidera, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner30 mi
Healthy Sex Consultants, LLC5.0★ (1)9 mi
Hyde Park Counseling Center16 mi
Javacia Davenport, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner26 mi
Kevin Stevenson, LMHC, MCAP4.5★ (2)34 mi
Medication Assisted Patient Services35 mi
Mending Wounded Souls10 mi
Mental Health Treatment Center of Tampa Bay18 mi
Mental Life Support - Addiction Care,In St. Petersburg
Pinellas County Mental Health | Substance Abuse Counseling6 mi
Richard Nikla, MA, LMHC, CAP Counselor5.0★ (1)36 mi
Tampa Bay Recovery Care21 mi
West Coast Behavioral Therapy4.5★ (2)30 mi

How we ranked St. Petersburg addiction counselors

We scored 114 St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in St. Petersburg?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in St. Petersburg, FL is Footprints Beachside Recovery with an RP Score of 81/100. It has 4.8★ from 139 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. ANR Clinic - Advanced Opioid Treatment Center (#2) and Tranquil Shores (#3) follow. We ranked 114 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in St. Petersburg?

RankedPsychologists ranks 114 addiction counselors serving St. Petersburg, FL. 5 of them are based in St. Petersburg; the rest serve it from nearby towns. 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 St. Petersburg work on weekends?

52 of 114 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 37 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Footprints Beachside Recovery (#1), ANR Clinic - Advanced Opioid Treatment Center (#2) and Tranquil Shores (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do St. Petersburg addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 114 rated addiction counselors in St. Petersburg is 4.5★, with a median of 35 reviews. River Oaks Treatment Center has the most, 779 reviews, and ranks #43. 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 St. Petersburg count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 114 addiction counselors serving St. Petersburg.

More addiction counselors and St. Petersburg pages