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
Recovery Health Services RHS
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Innovative outpatient center for substance use disorders, mental health, and smoking cessation, offering personalized care and comprehensive services.
Recovery Homes of America
Santa Ana, CA
A private center offering comprehensive outpatient care with Suboxone, Vivitrol, 1:1 therapy, and group sessions for addiction and mental health.
Recovery Lighthouse Sedalia
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Leading outpatient center offering comprehensive care for adults with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders, including employment counseling an...
Recovery Lighthouse Warrensburg
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Private non-profit offering outpatient services for adults with trauma-informed care, counseling, employment support, and comprehensive substance use treatment.
Recovery Management Center
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Intensive outpatient center offering comprehensive substance use and mental health treatment with trauma-informed care and personalized plans.
Recovery Management Center
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Private center providing comprehensive addiction treatment for adults with co-occurring mental health disorders, trauma-informed care, and personalized plans.
Recovery Monitoring Solutions
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Comprehensive outpatient care providing substance use treatment, counseling, relapse prevention, and group therapy for adults and young adults.
Recovery Monitoring Solutions
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Comprehensive outpatient center offering substance use assessment, 12-step facilitation, counseling, relapse prevention, and case management services for adults...
Recovery Monitoring Solutions
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Set against the beautiful backdrop of Cardiff by the Sea, our facility specializes in private outpatient services for substance use treatment and detoxification...
Recovery Network of Programs- Center for Human Services
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Outpatient center offering comprehensive treatment for substance use disorders with therapy, case management, and medication-assisted treatment options.
Recovery Network of Programs- Kinsella Treatment Center
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
A comprehensive outpatient treatment center providing medication-assisted detox, mental health services, peer support, and aftercare for substance use disorders...
Recovery Network of Programs- Recovery Counseling Services
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
A non-profit outpatient center offering integrated mental health and substance use disorder treatment with therapy, CBT, and Medicaid acceptance.
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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