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
Northland Recovery Womens Center
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Located in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, Northland Recovery Women's Center South provides a comprehensive program for alcohol and drug addiction through 12-Step, rel...
ACC Macomb County Mental Health Services
Daly City, CA
ACC Macomb County Mental Health Services is a community-based outpatient center under the nonprofit America’s Community Council, serving Southeast Michigan. It...
AKUA Strong - San Diego
Chula Vista, CA
Located in Chula Vista, AKUA Strong strives to meet the unique needs of our vibrant community. We specialize in outpatient treatment for substance use, mental h...
AMFM Mental Health Treatment
Capistrano Beach, CA
AMFM Mental Health Treatment is an integrative residential mental health treatment provider specializing in primary mental healthcare for adults. This Dana Poin...
ARTS Women's Recovery Home
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
ARTS Women's Recovery Home offers sober living in Denver, Colorado, providing safe, structured, recovery-focused housing for women in addiction recovery. The ho...
Alhambra Valley Retreat
Martinez, CA
In the quiet beauty of Alhambra Valley, Alhambra Valley Retreat (AVR), also known as Katherine’s House, is a 24-hour residential treatment center for adult men...
Alta Loma
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Set on 20 acres of sprawling countryside, Alta Loma The Ranch provides a safe haven for men to recover from mental health concerns and co-occurring substance us...
Away Recovery
Claremont, CA
Away Recovery is a retreat-style addiction recovery program situated on a serene 2,000-acre campus at the base of New Hampshire's White Mountains. Emphasizing a...
BHG Medical Services - Hot Springs
San Francisco, CA
In the bustling area of San Francisco, CA, BHG Medical Services - Hot Springs is dedicated to addressing the addiction crisis affecting our vibrant community. A...
Brain Balance Center of Chula Vista
Chula Vista, CA
The Brain Balance Center in Chula Vista, California, offers a non-medical program for children and adults to improve focus, behavior, social skills, academic pe...
Brightside Recovery North Aurora
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Set near Highway 88 and the Fox River, Brightside Recovery treats adults and adolescents with drug addiction, as well as co-occurring disorders. They use medica...
Clear Mind Treatment Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
Clear Mind Treatment in Los Angeles provides outpatient care for mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, and PTSD. Co...
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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