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
4D Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
4D Recovery, based in Portland, Oregon, is a peer-led organization dedicated to supporting young adults and adolescents facing substance use disorders. Their co...
California Wellness Retreat
Mission Viejo, CA
California Wellness Retreat helps people recover from drug and alcohol addiction, along with co-occurring mental health conditions like anxiety, trauma, and eat...
Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program Austin
San Diego, CA
Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program has been providing comprehensive care for mental health, addiction, and co-occurring disorders since 1997, treating individuals...
EHN Red Deer Recovery Community
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Red Deer Recovery Community was founded by Marshall Smith, who went through a recovery program himself and is now the chief of staff of Alberta’s Premier. Red D...
Elevation Behavorial Health
Agoura Hills, CA
Elevation Behavioral Health, located in Southern California, is a luxury mental health treatment center offering an intimate setting for individuals seeking com...
Excellence Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Excellence Recovery in Buckeye, Arizona, treats drug and alcohol addiction as well as mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and trauma, with 24/7 super...
Healthy U Behavioral Health
San Diego, CA
Healthy U Behavioral Health in San Diego provides comprehensive and inclusive care for individuals facing mental health and substance use disorders, including d...
Juniper Canyon Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Juniper Canyon Treatment Center in Utah serves women 18 and older experiencing trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, disordered eating, and relationship issue...
LEAD Recovery Center
Orange, CA
LEAD Recovery Center helps adults struggling with drug and alcohol addiction and co-occurring mental health issues. They offer different levels of care, from re...
Neuro Wellness Spa Pasadena
Fresno, CA
Located near the intersection of S Lake Avenue and E Del Mar Boulevard with easy bus accessibility, Neuro Wellness Spa Pasadena specializes in treating a variet...
Premiere Addiction Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Premiere Addiction Recovery is a leading healthcare facility located in Cocoa, Florida, dedicated to providing individuals with the resources necessary to recov...
Rogue House - Gambit Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Rogue House is a sober living residence located in Gilbert, Arizona, offering a supportive environment for women dedicated to achieving lasting recovery from ad...
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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