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Best Addiction Counselors in Wilmington Island, GA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Wilmington Island: BriteLife Recovery South Carolina, RP Score 76/100; 4.6★ from 236 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 5

    Most-reviewed: Samba Recovery, 179 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 18 ranked after BriteLife Recovery South Carolina; ranked #5.

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

18 Wilmington Island addiction counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 6 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 18 rated practices.

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

Top 10 addiction counselors in Wilmington Island 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 Wilmington Island at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1BriteLife Recovery South Carolina764.6★ (236)Hilton Head Island, 21 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2MedMark Treatment Centers Savannah714.3★ (46)Savannah, 8 mi awaySat—
3Recovery Place712.1★ (18)Savannah, 7 mi away——
4Success For Children And Families Inc614.9★ (95)Savannah, 8 mi awaySat—
5Samba Recovery604.9★ (179)Savannah, 7 mi awayEveningsMost reviews
6HealthQwest | Savannah584.7★ (27)Savannah, 8 mi awaySat—
7Southern Sky Recovery584.7★ (21)Bluffton, 19 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Integrated Behavioral Center583.3★ (3)Savannah, 7 mi away——
9Kourtney Gibson, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner564.8★ (19)Savannah, 7 mi away——
10Kyla Allen, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner555.0★ (13)Savannah, 7 mi away——

The 18 best addiction counselors in Wilmington Island, 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 Wilmington Island

    #1 BriteLife Recovery South Carolina

    Based in Hilton Head Island, 21 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 4.6★ from 236 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 236 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2200 Main St, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
    View profile for BriteLife Recovery South Carolina(866) 501-6358

  3. #3 Recovery Place

    Based in Savannah, 7 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Addiction treatment center”, 2.1★ from 18 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.1★ from 18 Google reviews
    Address
    E 68th St, Savannah, GA 31405
    View profile for Recovery Place(912) 355-5938

  5. #5 Samba Recovery

    Based in Savannah, 7 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 179 Google reviews, 7 mi from Wilmington Island.

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

    • 4.9★ from 179 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    609 E 69th St, Savannah, GA 31405
    View profile for Samba Recovery(912) 999-4416

  6. #6 HealthQwest | Savannah

    Based in Savannah, 8 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.7★ from 27 Google reviews, 8 mi from Wilmington Island.

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

    • 4.7★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5:30 AM–12 PM · Sat 7 AM–9 AM · Sun closed
    Address
    6707 Forest Park Dr, Savannah, GA 31406
    View profile for HealthQwest | Savannah(912) 335-1699

  7. #7 Southern Sky Recovery

    Based in Bluffton, 19 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–9 PM
    Address
    60 Pennington Dr, Bluffton, SC 29910
    View profile for Southern Sky Recovery(843) 612-6865

  9. #9 Kourtney Gibson, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Savannah, 7 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews, 7 mi from Wilmington Island.

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

    • 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4849 Paulsen St Ste 102, Savannah, GA 31405
    View profile for Kourtney Gibson, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(912) 600-8800

  13. #13 New Day Counseling

    Based in Savannah, 8 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, 8 mi from Wilmington Island.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    401 Mall Blvd suite 101-d, Savannah, GA 31406
    View profile for New Day Counseling(912) 515-5026

  14. #14 Jeffrey Harris, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Pooler, 19 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 53 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 53 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    6 Holmes Ct Suite 100, Pooler, GA 31322
    View profile for Jeffrey Harris, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(912) 254-4401

How we ranked Wilmington Island addiction counselors

We scored 18 Wilmington Island 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 Wilmington Island 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 Wilmington Island: frequently asked questions

Who is the best addiction counselor in Wilmington Island?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked addiction counselor in Wilmington Island, GA is BriteLife Recovery South Carolina with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.6★ from 236 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. MedMark Treatment Centers Savannah (#2) and Recovery Place (#3) follow. We ranked 18 addiction counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many addiction counselors are there in Wilmington Island?

RankedPsychologists ranks 18 addiction counselors serving Wilmington Island, GA. 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 Wilmington Island work on weekends?

6 of 18 ranked addiction counselors post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are BriteLife Recovery South Carolina (#1), MedMark Treatment Centers Savannah (#2) and Success For Children And Families Inc (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Wilmington Island addiction counselors have?

The median Google rating among 18 rated addiction counselors in Wilmington Island is 4.7★, with a median of 20 reviews. BriteLife Recovery South Carolina has the most, 236 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 Wilmington Island count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Wilmington Island 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 Wilmington Island 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 Wilmington Island

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 18 addiction counselors serving Wilmington Island.

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