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
The Nestled Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
The Nestled Recovery is a gorgeous addiction treatment and recovery center located in Las Vegas, Nevada that accommodates up to 10 people at a time. The small n...
Transcend Recovery Community New York
Los Angeles, CA
Transcend Recovery Community has sober living homes and apartments in New York City. Staff manage each home 24/7, with a client-to-staff ratio of 3:1. Transcend...
Way Back Inn Grateful House
San Diego, CA
Founded in 1974, The Way Back Inn Grateful House is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping individuals rebuild their lives after substance and gambl...
HealthRIGHT 360 Pioneer Court
San Francisco, CA
HealthRIGHT 360 operates over 50 programs in 11 California counties, providing comprehensive treatment services for a diverse range of individuals and families...
White Flint Recovery Eastern Shore
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
White Flint Recovery has been providing drug and alcohol treatment since 1991. They treat men and women struggling with substance abuse, offering both outpatien...
Guardian Recovery - Virtual Counseling
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Guardian Virtual is an online intensive outpatient program (IOP) using the Sober Peer mobile health app. It provides a convenient alternative that allows indivi...
Orchard Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
The Orchard Recovery Center is a private, boutique, 25-bed addiction treatment program tucked away in the West Coast rainforest on Bowen Island. Since 2002, the...
RósGlas Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Healing at RósGlas Recovery happens in the most exclusive way possible—one person at a time. They offer one-to-one luxury treatment for substance use, behaviour...
Amity San Diego
Chula Vista, CA
Just north of Mission Bay in San Diego, Amity San Diego offers several outpatient treatment options for clients with substance use disorders. Their addiction tr...
Anaheim Community Hospital
Anaheim, CA
Anaheim Community Hospital is a 98-bed facility dedicated to supporting whole-body wellness for adults with behavioral and mental health concerns. The hospital...
AppleGate Recovery Decatur
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Located in northern Alabama, AppleGate Recovery Decatur provides a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking freedom from opioid addiction. The ce...
Armada Recovery - Akron
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Located near Canal Park in Akron, Armada Recovery specializes in comprehensive rehabilitation programs for adults with substance use concerns. Their services sp...
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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