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
Riverside University - San Jacinto Wellness & Recovery (New Life)
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Set throughout the Inland Empire, Riverside University Health System (RUHS) is a general health care system, which includes treatment for mental health and subs...
Sierra Tribal Consortium Turtle Lodge Recovery Home
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Sierra Tribal Consortium Turtle Lodge Recovery Home helps Native American and Alaska Native adults with substance use disorders. They provide a 72-hour non-medi...
Chemical Addictions Recovery Effort (CARE) Gulf 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...
Chemical Addictions Recovery Effort (CARE) Bay 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 c...
Nectar Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Nectar Recovery specializes in treating a broad range of substance use disorders, including alcohol, opioids, stimulants, and benzodiazepines. They also support...
Rhode Island Communities for Addiction Recovery Efforts
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
RICARES (Rhode Island Communities for Addiction Recovery Efforts) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by subst...
Sirona Recovery Healing Point House
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
In Saukville, Wisconsin, Healing Point House is a sober living home for men ages 18 and older residing in Ozaukee County. This sober living facility is designed...
Sun Street Centers Residential Recovery Program
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Sun Street Centers' Residential Recovery Program helps men who struggle with drug and alcohol addiction. Their mission is to prevent addiction through education...
The Whole Child
Whittier, CA
The Whole Child focuses on supporting children dealing with trauma and stress, as well as addressing childhood obesity. They provide comprehensive care to child...
Alternative Options Counseling Center Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach, CA
Located Huntington Beach, Alternative Options Counseling Center provides comprehensive treatment for mental health disorders, substance abuse, and eating disord...
Evolve Teen Virtual Outpatient Treatment Center
La Mesa, CA
Evolve offers specialized care for adolescents and teens ages 12-17 throughout several residential and outpatient locations in the Los Angeles, San Diego, and t...
California Care Recovery Mission Viejo
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Located near the peaceful beaches of Mission Viejo, California, the center helps people recover from drug and alcohol addiction and mental health issues. The ce...
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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