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
Room to Overcome Achieve and Recover
Richmond, CA
Room to Overcome Achieve and Recover offers a comprehensive suite of outpatient services designed to support adults and children grappling with substance use an...
SB Adult Mental Health Services
Santa Barbara, CA
Outpatient mental health facility for adults with co-occurring disorders, trauma-informed care, and comprehensive therapy services.
SOS Recovery Services
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
An integrative outpatient center providing comprehensive mental health and substance use disorder treatment for all ages with personalized care.
STARS Nashville TX/Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Located in Cardiff by the Sea, CA, STARS Nashville TX/Recovery specializes in treating substance use disorders alongside co-occurring mental health conditions....
Safe Refuge
Long Beach, CA
Located in Long Beach, CA, Safe Refuge offers a diverse range of outpatient services that cater to both adults and children facing substance use and mental heal...
Safety Consultant Services
Newhall, CA
Located in Newhall, CA, Safety Consultant Services emphasizes a straightforward, client-centered approach to substance use recovery. This outpatient facility ai...
Safety Consultant Services
Newhall, CA
Safety Consultant Services, located in Newhall, CA, is an essential resource for young adults and adults seeking substance use treatment. The facility offers a...
Safety Consultant Services
Newhall, CA
Safety Consultant Services in Newhall, CA, specializes in outpatient substance use treatment, focusing on the individual needs of young adults and adults. With...
Safety Consultant Services
Newhall, CA
Safety Consultant Services, located in Newhall, California, is dedicated to providing outpatient substance use treatment. With a focus on creating a safe and su...
Safety Education Center
West Covina, CA
Integrative outpatient center providing substance use disorder education, individual counseling, group therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
San Benito County Behavioral Hlth Dept
Hollister, CA
At San Benito County Behavioral Health Department in Hollister, CA, a comprehensive approach is taken to treat both substance use disorders and co-occurring men...
San Diego Center for Children
San Diego, CA
Located in San Diego, CA, the San Diego Center for Children specializes in treating mental health conditions along with co-occurring substance use disorders. Th...
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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