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
Strong Memorial Hospital Strong Recovery Methadone Maintenance
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Comprehensive outpatient center providing substance use treatment, mental health services, therapy, group sessions, and personalized care plans.
Sun Street Centers Outpatient Recovery Services
Seaside, CA
Sun Street Centers Outpatient Recovery Services in Seaside, CA, specializes in comprehensive outpatient care for substance use disorders. Their offerings includ...
Sun Street Centers Residential Recovery Services
King City, CA
Sun Street Centers in King City, California, offers a supportive environment for individuals seeking recovery from substance use. With a focus on both detoxific...
Syracuse Recovery Services
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
An outpatient center providing medication-assisted treatment, therapy, and comprehensive mental health services for substance use disorders and co-occurring con...
Syracuse Recovery Services
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Inclusive outpatient center providing comprehensive substance use treatment with individual and group counseling, trauma-related care, and medication options.
Syracuse Recovery Services
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Comprehensive outpatient center providing mental health assessment, counseling, medication management, trauma-informed care, and diverse support services.
Tarzana Treatment Centers Lancaster
Lancaster, CA
Outpatient center providing trauma-informed care for addiction, mental health, eating disorders, and co-occurring conditions with personalized treatment plans.
Tarzana Treatment Centers Long Beach
Lancaster, CA
Private non-profit organization providing comprehensive care for adults with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders in residential and outpatient se...
Tarzana Treatment Centers Long Beach
Lancaster, CA
Residential and outpatient care for adults with trauma-informed approach for addiction, mental health, and eating disorders.
Tarzana Treatment Centers Main Facility
Lancaster, CA
A private non-profit facility providing integrated care for addiction and co-occurring mental health with personalized treatment plans.
Tarzana Treatment Centers Reseda
Lancaster, CA
An outpatient center providing comprehensive mental health assessment, individual therapy, group sessions, medication management, and sliding fee scale.
Tavarua Medical Rehabilitation Service
Azusa, CA
A comprehensive outpatient center providing Buprenorphine treatment, counseling, and support for individuals with opioid use disorder.
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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