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
Newport Academy San Rafael Outpatient
Orange, CA
Newport Academy San Rafael takes a whole-person approach to healing teens ages 12-18 with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and co-occurring issues like subs...
Ascent Recovery Solutions
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
This center located in Simpsonville, South Carolina offers comprehensive treatment programs for individuals struggling with substance use disorders (SUD). They...
Aurora Charter Oak Hospital - Outpatient
Covina, CA
This hospital provides help for people dealing with drug and alcohol problems through its outpatient services. They offer programs to assist individuals in thei...
Beachside Teen Treatment Center
Malibu, CA
Beachside Teen Treatment Center offers a residential treatment program for mental health and co-occurring behavioral disorders, including substance abuse, desig...
Design for Change
Lancaster, CA
Design for Change offers intervention services and a full continuum of care to clients with substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions. They provid...
Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program Los Alamitos
San Diego, CA
Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program Los Alamitos is an outpatient program treating mental health conditions in clients ages 11 and older. They offer a partial hosp...
Eudaimonia Recovery Homes Dallas
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Eudaimonia Recovery Homes in the Dallas area offers affordable, structured sober living for men where they can receive support as they are integrating back into...
Freedom Recovery Idaho
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Freedom Recovery guides clients through the journey of recovery from alcohol and drug addiction with the belief that “Recovery is not a destination, it’s a jour...
Hope for NH Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Hope for New Hampshire Recovery, located in Manchester, NH, is a peer-led organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by substance us...
Hotel California by the Sea
Costa Mesa, CA
For over 25 years, Hotel California By The Sea has been treating clients who are suffering from alcohol and drug addiction and co-occurring disorders. They unde...
Indiana Center for Recovery Fort Wayne
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Indiana Center for Recovery in Fort Wayne delivers compassionate, innovative outpatient care. Their intensive outpatient program (IOP) bridges the gap between r...
Journey Recovery & Wellness Centre
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Journey Recovery & Wellness Centre is a luxurious rehabilitation and wellness center registered with the Department of Health and the Department of Social Devel...
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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