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 Place Community Services Substance Abuse Treatment Services
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Recovery Place Community Services, located in Cardiff by the Sea, CA, offers a compassionate approach to substance abuse treatment. With a focus on outpatient c...
Recovery Place Recovery Square
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Recovery Place Recovery Square, situated in Cardiff by the Sea, CA, offers a comprehensive suite of services aimed at supporting individuals in their recovery j...
Recovery Services of Southern NM Roswell Clinic
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
A comprehensive outpatient center providing trauma-informed care for addiction, co-occurring conditions, and trauma with personalized treatment plans.
Redco Group Behav Health Services Outpatient/Pike County
San Mateo, CA
A comprehensive outpatient center offering integrated mental and substance use disorder treatment, therapy, and support for various demographics.
Relentless Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Relentless Recovery in Cardiff by the Sea, CA, provides a multifaceted approach to substance use treatment and detoxification. Catering to both adolescents and...
Residential Support Services
San Rafael, CA
Situated in San Rafael, CA, Residential Support Services offers a nurturing environment for individuals grappling with mental health issues and co-occurring sub...
Richard Hall CHWC OPD IOP and Recovery Supports
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Richard Hall CHWC OPD IOP and Recovery Supports, located in Cardiff by the Sea, California, specializes in substance use treatment and detoxification with a str...
Right Door for Hope Recovery/Wellness
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Right Door for Hope Recovery/Wellness in Cardiff by the Sea, CA, stands as a beacon of hope for those grappling with substance use issues. Offering a spectrum o...
Right Door for Hope Recovery/Wellness
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Right Door for Hope Recovery/Wellness in Cardiff by the Sea, California, specializes in outpatient substance use treatment and detoxification. Their commitment...
Right Door for Hope Recovery/Wellness
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Right Door for Hope Recovery/Wellness in Cardiff by the Sea, CA, provides a comprehensive approach to substance use treatment and detoxification. The center uti...
Road to Recover Shelter and Navigation Center
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Road to Recover Shelter and Navigation Center, based in Cardiff by the Sea, CA, focuses on both substance use treatment and mental health care through outpatien...
Road to Recovery
Fountain Valley, CA
Outpatient center offering comprehensive addiction treatment for adults with individual and group therapy, trauma counseling, and MAT support.
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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