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
Overlook Medical Center Outpatient Services
San Francisco, CA
This center helps children, teens, and adults manage conditions like depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, and emotional stress tied to medical problems....
Suncross Foundation Sober Living Facility
Fresno, CA
The facility offers a structured sober living program for men who have completed a recovery program and need a stable environment before full reintegration. Res...
True North Recovery & Wellness South Salt Lake
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Set on the south side of Salt Lake City, True North Recovery & Wellness Center (also spelled True North Recovery and Wellness Center) uses intensive outpatient...
Alternative Options Counseling Center Placentia
CA
Located in northern Orange County, Alternative Options Counseling Center Placentia provides comprehensive treatment for mental health disorders, substance abuse...
Hope Center Ministries Paris - Women's Residential
Salinas, CA
Hope Center Ministries is a faith-based organization dedicated to restoring lives, families, and communities affected by addiction. Their women's-only location...
Momentum for Health Crossroads Village
San Jose, CA
This residential treatment program at Momentum serves clients who are recovering from a behavioral health crisis. The program is designed to bring intensive sup...
Monterey County Behavioral Health Adult
Marina, CA
Monterey County Behavioral Health Adult offers outpatient care for adults facing serious mental illness or substance use challenges. Through its Adult System of...
New Beginning Fellowship Center
Fountain Valley, CA
Located near Fountain Valley, California, the center empowers adults facing addiction and mental health challenges. They treat substance use disorders (SUD) and...
Alliance Medical Services of Pittsburgh - Ensign II
San Francisco, CA
The facility offers a focused path to opioid addiction recovery through medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and evidence-based therapies. As an outpatient cente...
Chapa-De Indian Health - Grass Valley
San Jose, CA
Working to advance the health and well-being of American Indians, Alaska Native people, and low income individuals, Chapa-De offers a range of services includin...
Cocaine and Alcohol Awareness Program, Inc. (CAAP)
Indio, CA
Cocaine and Alcohol Awareness Program, Inc. offers affordable and essential behavioral health services, including co-occurring mental health disorder treatment...
Lighthouse Recovery Community Center-Manitowoc
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
In the heart of Manitowoc, Lighthouse Recovery Community Center (LRCC) is a nonprofit that is deeply committed to helping members of our community cope with sub...
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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