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
Costa Mesa Detox
Costa Mesa, CA
Costa Mesa Detox is a dedicated drug and alcohol detoxification center located in the heart of Costa Mesa, California. Their mission is to provide a safe and su...
Evolve Teen Outpatient Treatment Center - San Diego
La Mesa, CA
Evolve is an intensive outpatient program (IOP) that treats adolescents ages 12-17 struggling with a mental health and/or substance use disorder. The experience...
Mariola Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Mariola Recovery is a wellness retreat for Dutch adults or couples looking for recovery from substance use. Clients take a 6 or 10-day trip to Spain with Hans a...
Oceanside Malibu
Malibu, CA
Addiction is a complex issue and no single treatment approach is going to work for everyone. That is why a full spectrum support approach is so important. We be...
Passages Ventura
Port Hueneme, CA
Founded in 2009, Passages Ventura was created by father and son duo Chris and Pax Prentiss. Chris made a holistic program to help save his son’s life from addic...
Release Recovery NYC Men's Transitional Living
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Release Recovery offers personalized treatment and transitional living services to individuals and their families affected by substance use and mental health di...
Sustain Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Sustain Recovery provides specialized care for teens struggling with substance use and mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and trauma. Thei...
Waymakers Huntington Beach Youth Shelter
Huntington Beach, CA
Waymakers Huntington Beach Youth Shelter supports children and adolescents with mental health challenges. They offer shelter and support for individuals experie...
West Coast Detox
Corona, CA
Situated in suburban Corona, California, West Coast Detox is a residential addiction treatment center. The center provides care for adults seeking support with...
AppleGate Recovery Tuscaloosa
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Located in the Capitol Park neighborhood, AppleGate Recovery Tuscaloosa provides a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking freedom from opioid a...
Brain Balance Center of Pasadena
Pasadena, CA
The Brain Balance Center in Pasadena, California offers a non-medical program for children and adults to improve focus, behavior, social skills, academic perfor...
CAYA Clinic
Venice, CA
Located near I-90 and Highway 151 in Madison, CAYA Clinic, treating individuals with substance use, eating disorders, and other mental health concerns, is the r...
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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