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
La Selva Group
Palo Alto, CA
La Selva Group, part of Momentum for Health, has been serving the Bay Area community since 1979. They are a CARF accredited center that offers residential, tran...
Lighthouse Recovery Texas
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Lighthouse Recovery Texas offers a unique approach to treating addiction. Their continuum of care is designed to help clients find and develop their own motivat...
Madrona Recovery for Teens
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Located in Tigard, Oregon, Madrona Recovery offers holistic residential treatment for teens ages 13-17 with substance use and co-occurring mental health concern...
Neuro Wellness Spa Encino
Fresno, CA
Located on Ventura Boulevard and easily accessible by bus, Neuro Wellness Spa Encino specializes in treating a variety of conditions such as depression, anxiety...
Recovered Humans Recovery Homes
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Recovered Humans Recovery Homes offers three different sober living homes for women in Loveland and Longmont, Colorado. It was founded and is run by individuals...
Recovery Is the New Black
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Recovery Is The New Black is a coaching service that is dedicated to empowering women to break free from alcohol dependence and embrace a fulfilling, sober life...
Altura Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Located in Bellaire near Houston’s Greenway Plaza, Altura Recovery is an outpatient treatment center helping adults and teens recover from substance use disorde...
Avenues Recovery at Norfolk
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Avenues Recovery at Norfolk is a client-centric treatment program that focuses on providing personalized care for each patient. They offer customizable medical...
BAART Programs La Puente
La Puente, CA
In the close-knit community of La Puente, BAART Programs are dedicated to providing vital counseling and medication-assisted treatment (MAT), which includes FDA...
Brightside Recovery Kent
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Set near the shopping in downtown Kent, Brightside Recovery treats adults and adolescents with drug addiction, as well as co-occurring disorders. They use medic...
Casa Recovery
San Juan Capistrano, CA
Casa Recovery specializes in treating mental health challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, grief, suicidal ideation, bipolar, borderline and...
Horizon Recovery - Buckeye
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
In the picturesque community of Cardiff by the Sea, Horizon Recovery - Buckeye recognizes the unique challenges faced by adolescents. We understand that teenage...
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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