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3,031 SAMHSA-verified facilities. 7,385 annual opioid deaths. Help is available — and it works.
Quick Answer: Rehab in California
Yes — California has 3031 SAMHSA-verified treatment centers offering detox, inpatient, outpatient, and medication-assisted programs. Most major insurance plans cover treatment under the Mental Health Parity Act. Medicaid covers treatment in all California facilities that accept it.
Call (833) 546-3513 for free insurance verification and same-day placement assistance.
Quick answer: California has 3,031 verified treatment centers. Medicaid is expanded — many programs are free or low-cost for eligible residents. The overdose rate is 30.4/100k (#28 nationally, below the national average of 33.1). Top cities: Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco. Need help? Call (833) 546-3513.
Treatment Centers in California
3,029 facilities found
The Palms Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
The Palms Recovery offers a comprehensive and personalized approach to treating adults with drug addiction, combining their outpatient treatment with structured...
Two Chairs San Francisco
San Bruno, CA
Opened in 2017, Two Chairs San Francisco is a modern therapy practice offering both in person and virtual care. They treat a variety of mental health concerns w...
Alta Loma The Cottage
Hayward, CA
Alta Loma is a specialized men's program dedicated to long-term treatment for schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and co-occurring substance...
Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program Temecula
San Diego, CA
Discovery Mood & Anxiety Temecula is a mental health outpatient treatment program for adolescents and adults. Discovery combines 25 years of experience with evi...
Liahona Treatment Center
Browns Valley, CA
Liahona Treatment Center, established in 2001, is a residential treatment facility dedicated to assisting troubled boys and their families. The center operates...
Modern Recovery Teen Therapy
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Modern Recovery's Teen Therapy (PHP) Program in Tempe offers outpatient treatment for adolescents grappling with emotional and behavioral challenges. The progra...
Operational Stress Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Nestled in the grassland hills of Vernon, British Columbia, the Operational Stress Recovery Program offers a thorough, interdisciplinary residential program. It...
Restore Health and Wellness Center
Canoga Park, CA
Restore Health and Wellness Center is a state-of-the-art, luxury treatment center located in Encino, California, that specializes in treating substance abuse an...
Salt Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Nestled on 17 acres of land near the Gold Coast of Australia lies Salt Recovery, a full service mental health and addiction recovery retreat. Salt Recovery prov...
Turning Point of Arnold
Arnold, CA
Turning Point of Arnold offers a unique healing experience in the mountains of California with an intimate 12-bed facility for men and women experiencing drug o...
West LA Recovery
Venice, CA
In Venice, California, West LA Recovery offers an intensive outpatient program (IOP) and a day treatment program (PHP) for adults with substance use disorders a...
Wings Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Wings Recovery provides a safe healing space for adult women, transgender, and nonbinary individuals to address trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, and broken...
Addiction Treatment in California: What You Need to Know
California has 3,031 SAMHSA-verified treatment facilities serving a population of 38,965,000. That's approximately 7.8 facilities per 100,000 residents. The state's drug overdose death rate of 30.4 per 100,000 is below the national average of 33.1 — ranking #28 nationally. With 7,385 opioid-related deaths reported annually, access to evidence-based treatment programs remains critical.
Insurance & Medicaid Coverage in California
California has expanded Medicaid under the ACA, significantly broadening access to addiction treatment for low-income adults earning up to 138% of the federal poverty level (~$20,783/year for an individual). Covered services typically include medical detox, inpatient/residential rehab, outpatient counseling, and medication-assisted treatment (MAT). In addition to Medicaid, most private insurance plans — including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and Humana — are required by the Mental Health Parity Act to cover substance use disorder treatment at parity with medical care.
The Overdose Crisis in California
California reports 7,385 opioid-related deaths annually with an overdose rate of 30.4/100k (below the 33.1 national average by 8%). Substance use disorder affects approximately 8.2% of adults in the state (national average: 7.2%). California has enacted a Good Samaritan law that protects individuals who call 911 during an overdose emergency from certain criminal charges — encouraging bystanders to seek help. Naloxone (Narcan), the opioid overdose reversal medication, is available via standing order in California, making it accessible without an individual prescription.
Types of Treatment Available
| Program | Duration | Cost Range | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Detox | 5–10 days | $1,000–$5,000 | Alcohol, opioid, benzo withdrawal |
| Inpatient Rehab | 28–90 days | $6,000–$30,000 | Severe addiction, co-occurring disorders |
| PHP (Partial Hospitalization) | 2–4 weeks | $3,000–$10,000 | Step-down from inpatient, intensive support |
| IOP (Intensive Outpatient) | 2–4 months | $3,000–$10,000 | Work/school compatibility, 9-20 hrs/week |
| Outpatient | 3–12 months | $1,400–$10,000 | Mild-moderate, stable housing |
| MAT | 6–24+ months | $5,000–$15,000/yr | Opioid use disorder, relapse prevention |
Medicaid covers most programs for eligible residents. Call (833) 546-3513 for free insurance verification.
Where to Find Help in California
Treatment facilities in California are concentrated in urban areas, with Los Angeles leading with 126 centers, followed by San Diego (82) and San Francisco (64). For residents in rural areas, telehealth addiction counseling and out-of-area programs provide alternatives. Browse our full California directory to filter by city, treatment type, and insurance accepted.
Last updated: March 2026 · Written by the RehabHive Editorial Team · Sources: SAMHSA, CDC WONDER, KFF
Check Your Insurance Coverage in California
Medicaid expanded — most plans cover treatment. Verify your benefits — free and confidential.
Understanding Treatment Options in California
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), effective addiction treatment typically requires a minimum of 90 days in a structured program. In California, treatment centers offer multiple levels of care along a continuum — from medically supervised detoxification (3-10 days) through residential inpatient programs (30-90 days), partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and standard outpatient counseling.
The CDC reports that medication-assisted treatment (MAT) using FDA-approved medications like buprenorphine, methadone, or naltrexone reduces opioid overdose deaths by approximately 50%. Many California facilities now integrate MAT with behavioral therapies including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing for comprehensive dual-diagnosis care.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) emphasizes that treatment matching — aligning program intensity, therapeutic approach, and duration with individual patient needs — is the strongest predictor of long-term recovery outcomes. Insurance verification is a critical first step: under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial plans and Medicaid must cover substance abuse treatment at parity with medical care.
Sources: NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.), CDC MMWR Vol. 72, NIH National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
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