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
Ascension Center for Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Ascension Center for Recovery in Bardstown, Kentucky, welcomes adults seeking freedom from substance use, offering a safe, supportive space to heal. With a pers...
Bliss Recovery City Lights
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Nestled in the serene coastal community of Cardiff by the Sea, Bliss Recovery City Lights is dedicated to treating alcohol and drug addiction alongside co-occur...
Brightside Recovery Ottawa
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Set in downtown Ottawa, IL, in the LaSalle-Peru area, Brightside Recovery treats adults and adolescents with drug addiction, as well as co-occurring disorders....
California Healing Centers
Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Set atop the hillside in northern San Diego, California Healing Centers treats mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD, p...
Gratitude Lodge
Long Beach, CA
With locations in Southern California, Gratitude Lodge offers medical detox, and residential rehab, and partners with local programs that offer outpatient treat...
Horizon Recovery - Arrowhead
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Nestled within the heart of Cardiff by the Sea, Horizon Recovery - Arrowhead is committed to understanding the distinct needs of teenagers. We recognize that ad...
Ingrained Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Ingrained Recovery is a luxury addiction treatment center located on a tranquil 50-acre ranch in Eastman, Georgia, offering a serene environment for individuals...
New Dawn Treatment Center
Sacramento, CA
Located in California, New Dawn Treatment treats substance use disorder and alcohol addiction. They offer medical detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient pro...
Nova House - Gambit Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Nova House is a luxurious sober living residence located in Chandler, Arizona, within the picturesque waterfront Ocotillo Community. This expansive 4,050 square...
Orange County Detox Center
Santa Ana, CA
Located in Santa Ana, CA, Orange County Detox Center is a privately owned facility offering safe, personalized detox services for individuals ready to begin the...
Pacific Clinics TAY Tunnel
Lynwood, CA
Pacific Clinics treats clients with mental health disorders, as well as eating disorders, insomnia, and co-occurring substance use disorders. They provide outpa...
Serenity Knolls
Forest Knolls, CA
Serenity Knolls provides residential treatment for addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions. Once a summer camp, their private campus spans 12.5 acre...
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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