Find Treatment Centers in California
3,031 SAMHSA-verified facilities. 7,385 annual opioid deaths. Help is available — and it works.
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
Toiyabe Indian Health Project
Bishop, CA
Toiyabe Indian Health Project serves Native American tribe members in Bishop, California who are seeking treatment for substance use disorders and co-occurring...
Absolute Control Counseling Center
Burbank, CA
Absolute Control Counseling Center has provided a personally tailored continuum of addiction treatment in the Los Angeles area for more than 20 years through se...
Alvarado Parkway Institute
San Diego, CA
Alvarado Parkway Institute offers a full continuum of treatment services for adults with substance use disorder, mental health conditions, or co-occurring condi...
Western Youth Services East Region
Laguna Hills, CA
Western Youth Services (WYS) Laguna Hills is a community-based behavioral health clinic located in Laguna Hills, California, specializing in trauma-informed men...
Eating Disorder Recovery Specialists
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Eating Disorder Recovery Specialists offers tailored treatment for individuals with eating disorders, providing services both at home and in-person. Their appro...
Ria Health
Hesperia, CA
Based out of Silicon Valley and serving clients all over the U.S., Ria Health offers a tech-friendly virtual program to recover from alcohol addiction. Ria's pr...
Riverside University - Corona Wellness & Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Set throughout the Inland Empire, Riverside University Health System (RUHS) is a general health care system, which includes treatment for mental health and subs...
Twelve Mile Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Set near Niagara Falls, Twelve Mile Recovery provides residential treatment and virtual outpatient services to clients recovering from alcohol and drug addictio...
Higher Trail Recovery Services
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
In Ocala, Florida, Higher Trail Recovery Services provides professional recovery coaching services to clients who need guidance and support on their journey to...
Hope Horizon Mental Health
Tulare, CA
This treatment center provides outpatient care for those struggling with depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, psychotic episodes, behavioral problems or scho...
La Cheim Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (Browning House)
San Pablo, CA
La Cheim's Short Term Residential Treatment Program (STRTP), also known as the Browning House, serves adolescent guys ages 12 to 18 with structured mental healt...
LightHouse Recovery Services
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
LightHouse Recovery Services offers comprehensive and client-centered outpatient addiction treatment in Denver, Colorado. Their levels of care include an intens...
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
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