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Best Therapists And Counselors in Sauk Rapids, MN (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Sauk Rapids: Cummings Care Center., RP Score 76/100; 3.8★ from 16 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 10

    Most-reviewed: Sagent Behavioral Health - St. Cloud, 229 Google reviews at 3.9★, the most of 48 ranked; ranked #10.

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

48 Sauk Rapids therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 10 open Saturdays and 5 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.2★ across 48 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Sauk Rapids 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 Sauk Rapids at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Cummings Care Center.763.8★ (16)Sauk RapidsSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Central Minnesota Mental Health Center Crisis732.6★ (5)Saint Cloud, 2 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3New Directions Counseling & Training, Ltd.724.0★ (4)Saint Cloud, 1 mi away——
4Criterion Counseling715.0★ (11)Saint Cloud, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Torborg & Kobienia Psychological Services, LLC705.0★ (6)Saint Cloud, 3 mi away——
6NorthPoint Counseling705.0★ (3)Saint Cloud, 2 mi away——
7Willow Grove Therapy695.0★ (3)Sartell, 3 mi away——
8Gratitude Counseling, LLC695.0★ (5)Saint Cloud, 3 mi away——
9St. Cloud Counseling Therapy695.0★ (15)Saint Cloud, 3 mi awaySat · Evenings—
10Sagent Behavioral Health - St. Cloud693.9★ (229)Sartell, 1 mi awayEveningsMost reviews

The 48 best therapists and counselors in Sauk Rapids, 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 Sauk Rapids

    #1 Cummings Care Center.

    Based in Sauk Rapids

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.8★ from 16 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.8★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    216 3rd Ave S, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
    View profile for Cummings Care Center.(320) 251-3447

  4. #4 Criterion Counseling

    Based in Saint Cloud, 3 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 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–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM–2 PM
    Address
    600 25th Ave S Suite 203, St Cloud, MN 56301
    View profile for Criterion Counseling(320) 204-4430

  6. #6 NorthPoint Counseling

    Based in Saint Cloud, 2 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    703 W St Germain St, St Cloud, MN 56301
    View profile for NorthPoint Counseling(320) 200-4190

  7. #7 Willow Grove Therapy

    Based in Sartell, 3 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    303 4th Ave S, Sartell, MN 56377
    View profile for Willow Grove Therapy(320) 200-9549

  8. #8 Gratitude Counseling, LLC

    Based in Saint Cloud, 3 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    3400 1st St N #300, St Cloud, MN 56303
    View profile for Gratitude Counseling, LLC(320) 316-3550

  9. #9 St. Cloud Counseling Therapy

    Based in Saint Cloud, 3 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1204 7th St S, St Cloud, MN 56301
    View profile for St. Cloud Counseling Therapy(320) 223-9481

  11. #11 Krista Vosberg

    Based in Saint Cloud, 3 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    3400 1st St N #300, St Cloud, MN 56303
    View profile for Krista Vosberg(320) 493-4342

  12. #12 Newport Academy

    Based in Saint Cloud, 4 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 3.1★ from 53 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.1★ from 53 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 7 AM–9 PM
    Address
    1726 7th Ave S, St Cloud, MN 56301
    View profile for Newport Academy(763) 634-6375

  13. #13 Ellison Center

    Based in Saint Cloud, 3 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    600 25th Ave S Ste 102, St Cloud, MN 56301
    View profile for Ellison Center(320) 406-1600

  14. #14 Solid Ground Mental Health

    Based in Saint Cloud, 1 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.8★ from 18 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    103 Doctors Park, St Cloud, MN 56303
    View profile for Solid Ground Mental Health(320) 316-0300

  15. #15 Lighthouse Counseling, Ltd

    Based in Sauk Rapids

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1637 4th Ave N #105, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
    View profile for Lighthouse Counseling, Ltd(855) 454-2463

  16. #16 Stearns County Family Services

    Based in Saint Cloud, 2 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    705 Courthouse Square, St Cloud, MN 56303
    View profile for Stearns County Family Services

  17. #17 Seal Dwyer Counseling

    Based in Saint Cloud, 2 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.1★ from 44 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.1★ from 44 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–7:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    601 W St Germain St, St Cloud, MN 56301
    View profile for Seal Dwyer Counseling(320) 200-9693

  18. #18 Creative Connections LLC

    Based in Sauk Rapids

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    620 N Benton Dr, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
    View profile for Creative Connections LLC(320) 407-1110

  21. #21 Credent Care

    Based in Saint Cloud, 3 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.8★ from 24 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2719 W Division St Suite 9, St Cloud, MN 56301
    View profile for Credent Care(320) 774-1061

  24. #24 WeCare

    Based in Saint Cloud, 4 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.8★ from 26 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    136 Division St, Waite Park, MN 56387
    View profile for WeCare(320) 281-4449

  25. #25 Beacon Hill Family Services LLC

    Based in Sartell, 3 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–9 PM · Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    303 4th Ave S, Sartell, MN 56377
    View profile for Beacon Hill Family Services LLC(320) 406-1516

All 48 therapists and counselors

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #48, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

therapists and counselors in Sauk Rapids, ranks 26 to 48
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Tara's Consulting LLC655.0★ (16)3 mi
27Solutions Behavioral Healthcare - St. Cloud/Sartell, MN653.8★ (6)2 mi
28CORE Professional Services, PA653.4★ (45)2 mi
29Foundations Autism Center654.0★ (4)2 mi
30Kuhle Holistic Coaching, LLC653.5★ (4)4 mi
31Central Minnesota Mental Health Center652.8★ (24)2 mi
32Acquire Mental Health Clinic655.0★ (7)2 mi
33Northwest Counseling645.0★ (3)2 mi
34Effective Living Center642.9★ (14)2 mi
35CentraCare - Coordinated Care Clinic643.4★ (5)2 mi
36Milestone Counseling Inc.643.7★ (13)3 mi
37Processus PA644.3★ (18)4 mi
38Psychotherapeutic Resources643.9★ (8)2 mi
39Caravel Autism Health635.0★ (3)4 mi
40Hope Community Support Program635.0★ (3)3 mi
41Central Minnesota Mental Health Center622.3★ (3)4 mi
42Horizon Psychiatry LLC622.8★ (20)4 mi
43Granite City Counseling604.7★ (15)1 mi
44The Center For Family Counseling593.9★ (14)1 mi
45Affinity Psychological Services, P.C.573.9★ (11)3 mi
46Better Days Psychiatry LLC- Dr. Taiwo (Tai) Oguntade, DNP, APRN, CNP, PMHNP-BC574.7★ (46)4 mi
47St Cloud Neurobehavioral Associates PA502.5★ (15)3 mi
48Jennifer Miller, Ph.D., LP495.0★ (5)3 mi

Also serving Sauk Rapids

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 Sauk Rapids
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Indigo Foundation INC5.0★ (2)2 mi
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North and Light CounselingIn Sauk Rapids
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Runestone Mental Health, Inc.In Sauk Rapids
Therapy DynamicsIn Sauk Rapids
Tinius Tim PhD5.0★ (3)In Sauk Rapids
Troy Weber, MS, LMFT5.0★ (2)2 mi
Western StarIn Sauk Rapids

How we ranked Sauk Rapids therapists and counselors

We scored 48 Sauk Rapids 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 Sauk Rapids 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 Sauk Rapids: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Sauk Rapids?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Sauk Rapids, MN is Cummings Care Center. with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 3.8★ from 16 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Central Minnesota Mental Health Center Crisis (#2) and New Directions Counseling & Training, Ltd. (#3) follow. We ranked 48 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Sauk Rapids?

RankedPsychologists ranks 48 therapists and counselors serving Sauk Rapids, MN. 4 of them are based in Sauk Rapids; 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 Sauk Rapids work on weekends?

10 of 48 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 5 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Cummings Care Center. (#1), Central Minnesota Mental Health Center Crisis (#2) and Criterion Counseling (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Sauk Rapids therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 48 rated therapists and counselors in Sauk Rapids is 4.2★, with a median of 8 reviews. Sagent Behavioral Health - St. Cloud has the most, 229 reviews, and ranks #10. 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 Sauk Rapids count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Sauk Rapids 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 Sauk Rapids 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 Sauk Rapids

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 48 therapists and counselors serving Sauk Rapids.

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