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
CRF Step Forward East
CA
Step Forward East, located in El Cajon, is a CalWORKs Behavioral Health Center dedicated to assisting Welfare-to-Work participants facing behavioral health chal...
San Luis Obispo County Mental Health North Clinic
Arroyo Grande, CA
The San Luis Obispo County Mental Health North County Clinic, located in Atascadero, provides comprehensive behavioral health services for both adults and child...
The Recovery Coach NY
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
The Recovery Coach NY, led by founder and president Cindy Feinberg, CPC, specializes in providing custom-tailored private recovery services for individuals grap...
Health Service Alliance Chino Valley Community Health Center
Chino, CA
Health Service Alliance (HSA) Chino Valley Community Health Center provides comprehensive and integrated primary medical and behavioral health services to low-i...
Newport VA Clinic
Venice, CA
The Newport VA Clinic helps veterans facing substance use and mental health challenges. They offer outpatient care for people dealing with depression, anxiety,...
Riverside Latino Commission Michael's Youth Home
Coachella, CA
Located near Indio Boulevard with convenient access to residents throughout the Coachella Valley, Michael’s Youth Home for Boys offers a 6-bed program for teena...
Union of Pan Asian Communities (UPAC)
San Diego, CA
The Union of Pan Asian Communities (UPAC) is a non-profit organization based in San Diego, California, dedicated to enhancing the overall well-being of underser...
American Indian Health & Services Behavioral Health
Santa Barbara, CA
American Indian Health & Service's Behavioral Health department offers outpatient care for substance use disorders and mental health challenges. They provide co...
Asian American Recovery Services Tully
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
HealthRIGHT 360 operates over 50 programs in 11 California counties, providing comprehensive treatment services for a diverse range of individuals and families...
CRF Downtown IMPACT
San Diego, CA
CRF Downtown IMPACT is an Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program operated by CRF Behavioral Healthcare in San Diego, California. Located southeast of downt...
Mind Thrive Therapy
Irvine, CA
Mind Thrive Therapy provides in-person and virtual treatment services in Orange County, offering a tailored experience. They treat a variety of mental health co...
Chemical Addictions Recovery Effort (CARE) Washington Outpatient
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Chemical Addictions Recovery Effort (CARE) helps teens and adults overcome addiction. They have multiple outpatient clinics around Panama City, including this l...
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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