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Best Therapists And Counselors in La Crosse, WI (2026)

29 therapists and counselors ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in La Crosse: Relevate Ketafusion, RP Score 80/100; 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 22

    Most-reviewed: Stein Counseling & Consulting Services LTD, 54 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 29 ranked; ranked #22.

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

29 La Crosse therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 2 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.4★ across 29 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in La Crosse 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 therapists and counselors in La Crosse at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Relevate Ketafusion805.0★ (12)La CrosseSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Tellurian, Inc. La Crosse CARE Center774.4★ (14)La Crosse——
3The Therapy Place of La Crosse764.3★ (6)La Crosse——
4Peace of Mind Counseling734.5★ (36)La CrosseEvenings—
5Sagent Behavioral Health - La Crosse724.3★ (45)La Crosse——
6CleanSlate Outpatient Addiction Medicine724.8★ (26)La CrosseEvenings—
7Counseling Associates, LLC714.4★ (15)La Crosse——
8Caravel Autism Health714.3★ (12)La Crosse——
9Haelen Mental Health715.0★ (11)La Crosse——
10Partners In Excellence Autism Therapy Center714.8★ (8)La Crosse——

The 29 best therapists and counselors in La Crosse, 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 La Crosse

    #1 Relevate Ketafusion

    Based in La Crosse

    80/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2309 State Rd, La Crosse, WI 54601
    View profile for Relevate Ketafusion(608) 518-3915

  4. #4 Peace of Mind Counseling

    Based in La Crosse

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.5★ from 36 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 36 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–7 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    401 Main St 5th Floor, La Crosse, WI 54601
    View profile for Peace of Mind Counseling(608) 397-0192

  6. #6 CleanSlate Outpatient Addiction Medicine

    Based in La Crosse

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.8★ from 26 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–8 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2635 Hemstock St, La Crosse, WI 54603
    View profile for CleanSlate Outpatient Addiction Medicine(608) 406-2250

  7. #7 Counseling Associates, LLC

    Based in La Crosse

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.4★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    115 5th Ave S Ste 301, La Crosse, WI 54601
    View profile for Counseling Associates, LLC(608) 785-0827

  8. #8 Caravel Autism Health

    Based in La Crosse

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3936 Circle Dr, Holmen, WI 54636
    View profile for Caravel Autism Health(608) 413-4825

  9. #9 Haelen Mental Health

    Based in La Crosse

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    1501 St Andrew St Ste 206, La Crosse, WI 54603
    View profile for Haelen Mental Health(608) 492-4190

  12. #12 Driftless Recovery Services

    Based in La Crosse

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.0★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    444 Main St Ste 301, La Crosse, WI 54601
    View profile for Driftless Recovery Services(608) 519-5906

  13. #13 Kelsey Whalen Therapy

    Based in La Crosse

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    444 Main St Ste 305, La Crosse, WI 54601
    View profile for Kelsey Whalen Therapy(608) 305-4903

  14. #14 Family & Children's Center

    Based in La Crosse

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.9★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    811 Monitor St, La Crosse, WI 54603
    View profile for Family & Children's Center(608) 785-0001

  15. #15 RAVE Recovery Avenue

    Based in La Crosse

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.1★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1806 State St, La Crosse, WI 54601
    View profile for RAVE Recovery Avenue(608) 785-9615

  16. #16 Grace & Space Counseling, LLC

    Based in La Crosse

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri 10 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    205 5th Ave S #308, La Crosse, WI 54601
    View profile for Grace & Space Counseling, LLC

  17. #17 Conscious Practice

    Based in La Crosse

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–2 PM · Tue 10 AM–3 PM · Wed 12 PM–2 PM · Thu 10 AM–2 PM · Fri 10 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    505 King St Ste 218, La Crosse, WI 54601
    View profile for Conscious Practice

  18. #18 Garrison Counseling Inc

    Based in La Crosse

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 3.7★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    200 Main St #300, La Crosse, WI 54601
    View profile for Garrison Counseling Inc(608) 796-1114

  20. #20 HeartJourney

    Based in La Crosse

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 8 AM–12 PM · Wed 12 PM–6 PM · Thu 12 PM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–10 AM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    401 Main St #511, La Crosse, WI 54601
    View profile for HeartJourney(608) 785-0011

  21. #21 Your True Essence, LLC- Rhonda Madsen, MSW, LCSW

    Based in La Crosse

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 6 PM–8 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 3:30 PM–8 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    444 Main St Ste 310, La Crosse, WI 54601
    View profile for Your True Essence, LLC- Rhonda Madsen, MSW, LCSW(608) 886-9895

  22. #22 Stein Counseling & Consulting Services LTD

    Based in Onalaska, 5 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.6★ from 54 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 54 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue–Wed 7 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    571 Braund St, Onalaska, WI 54650
    View profile for Stein Counseling & Consulting Services LTD(608) 785-7000

  25. #25 Gundersen Lutheran Behavioral Health Onalaska

    Based in Onalaska, 6 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.3★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    123 16th Ave S, Onalaska, WI 54650
    View profile for Gundersen Lutheran Behavioral Health Onalaska(608) 775-2287

All 29 therapists and counselors

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #29, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

therapists and counselors in La Crosse, ranks 26 to 29
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Expanding Hope Counseling Services643.7★ (3)5 mi
27Courage to Grow Counseling Center, LLC645.0★ (4)5 mi
28Kinsman Redeemer Counseling634.3★ (6)6 mi
29St Clare Health Mission564.3★ (15)In La Crosse

Also serving La Crosse

20 more therapists and counselors within 15 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked therapists and counselors serving La Crosse
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Angle Rebecca PHDIn La Crosse
Ashley H. Grimsled, MS5.0★ (1)In La Crosse
Brave Spaces Counseling and Wellness5.0★ (1)In La Crosse
Clark JayIn La Crosse
Cynthia L. Patterson-Rhorer, LMFTIn La Crosse
Dovetail Counseling5.0★ (1)In La Crosse
Dr. Christopher Newton5.0★ (1)In La Crosse
Fitts Margaret MDIn La Crosse
Genuine Self Therapy5.0★ (1)In La Crosse
Georgia R. Keenan, LPCIn La Crosse
Jennifer Walker, LPC, CSAC5.0★ (1)In La Crosse
Kristen Morgan Counseling ServicesIn La Crosse
Life Counseling Services LlcIn La Crosse
Lutheran Social ServicesIn La Crosse
mchenrycts5.0★ (1)In La Crosse
Rooney Joel3.0★ (2)In La Crosse
Sundance Psychological LLC5.0★ (1)In La Crosse
Tamera L. Hill, MS5.0★ (1)In La Crosse
Tarlano James MIn La Crosse
Wonder Well, LLC5.0★ (1)In La Crosse

How we ranked La Crosse therapists and counselors

We scored 29 La Crosse therapists and 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 La Crosse 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 a therapist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure they regularly work with clients who have your concern, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Check which license they hold (for example LPC, LCSW, LMFT or RP) and look it up with the board or college that issued it.
  4. 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.
  5. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  6. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask a therapist

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How often do you work with concerns like mine?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • 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.

Therapists and counselors in La Crosse: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in La Crosse?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in La Crosse, WI is Relevate Ketafusion with an RP Score of 80/100. It has 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Tellurian, Inc. La Crosse CARE Center (#2) and The Therapy Place of La Crosse (#3) follow. We ranked 29 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in La Crosse?

RankedPsychologists ranks 29 therapists and counselors serving La Crosse, WI. 23 of them are based in La Crosse; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 15 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 therapists and counselors in La Crosse work on weekends?

2 of 29 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Relevate Ketafusion (#1) and Hillview Health Care Campus (#23). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do La Crosse therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 29 rated therapists and counselors in La Crosse is 4.4★, with a median of 9 reviews. Stein Counseling & Consulting Services LTD has the most, 54 reviews, and ranks #22. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank therapists and counselors?

Each therapist 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 therapists and counselors outside La Crosse count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the La Crosse city center, our service radius for therapists and 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 therapists and 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 therapists and counselors in La Crosse ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on therapy and counseling and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

Is a licensed counselor the same as a psychologist?

No. Licensed professional counselors, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists and, in Ontario, registered psychotherapists hold their own licenses and answer to their own boards or colleges. They provide talk therapy for many of the same concerns; formal psychological testing is usually done by a psychologist.

Can I see a therapist 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 La Crosse

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 29 therapists and counselors serving La Crosse.

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