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
Parisi House on the Hill
San Jose, CA
The Parisi House on the Hill offers comprehensive support to mothers with young children facing challenges like addiction, abuse, poverty, and social injustice....
SSM Health Specialty Services - TMS Clinic
San Mateo, CA
SSM Health's behavioral health program in Janesville addresses mental health challenges within the community, as well as other healthcare needs. With hundreds o...
Anchor Recovery Community Center
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Anchor Recovery Community Centers, located in Providence and Warwick, Rhode Island, provide safe and supportive environments for individuals and families affect...
Roaring Brook Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Roaring Brook Recovery in Lexington, Kentucky, offers a full spectrum of addiction treatment services, rooted in a compassionate and person-centered approach. T...
SPIRITT Family Services
South El Monte, CA
Located in South El Monte, SPIRITT Family Services—an acronym for Skills for Prevention, Intervention, Recovery, Individual Treatment, and Training—strives to c...
Valley Health Associates
Salinas, CA
Valley Health Associates offers outpatient treatment using medication assisted treatment (MAT) and proven methods to help patients overcome opioid and alcohol u...
Young People In Recovery-Redding
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Young People in Recovery (YPR) is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting young adults, ages 18-24, in achieving long-term recovery from subst...
BHG Medical Services - Batesville
San Francisco, CA
In the vibrant city of San Francisco, CA, BHG Medical Services - Batesville is dedicated to fostering health within the community, even as we currently do not o...
BHG Medical Services - Montgomery
San Francisco, CA
In the vibrant community of San Francisco, BHG Medical Services is dedicated to providing high-quality outpatient addiction treatment. As a prominent player in...
Jackson Area Recovery Community
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
The Jackson Area Recovery Community (JARC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by substance use disorders. Bas...
Pacific Clinics La Via Wellness and Recovery
Lynwood, CA
Pacific Clinics treats adults, adolescents, children 10+ throughout California who seek help for mental health disorders, as well as eating disorders, insomnia,...
Teen Challenge Ruth’s Haven Teen Girl’s Center
Oakland, CA
Nestled on 30 acres of peaceful ranchland between two mountain ranges, this residential center supports girls ages 12 to 17 who have experienced exploitation, t...
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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