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
Lighthouse Recovery Community Center-Sheboygan
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Situated in the vibrant community of Sheboygan, Lighthouse Recovery Community Center (LRCC) is a nonprofit organization passionately focused on aiding those aff...
Recovery Maine Restoration House
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Recovery Maine Restoration House, helps women struggling with substance use disorder through strong, supportive treatment programs. The center uses proven metho...
Westlake Village Family Services
Thousand Oaks, CA
Westlake Village Family Services offers outpatient therapy in Thousand Oaks, California, providing personalized care for individuals facing substance abuse and...
Aegis Treatment Centers Grass Valley
Lancaster, CA
Nestled in the scenic foothills of the Sierra Nevada, Aegis Treatment Centers Grass Valley is dedicated to helping individuals battling opioid use disorder with...
Alliance Lifetime Mental Health - North Andover
Daly City, CA
Located in North Andover near I-495, Alliance Lifetime Mental Health provides counseling services for children, teens, adults, and families facing mental health...
BAART Programs Richmond
Richmond, CA
In Richmond, CA, BAART Programs are dedicated to addressing the unique challenges faced by our vibrant community. We provide counseling and medication-assisted...
Behavioral Health Services Patterns
Hawthorne, CA
The Patterns facility in Hawthorne, CA, helps women recover from substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns. The center offers detox and 3-6 month re...
Change Lanes Youth Support Services
Lancaster, CA
Change Lanes Youth Support Services helps youth ages 8–17 who are at risk or involved with probation. The center supports children who have experienced trauma l...
John Muir Health Chemical Dependency Services
Concord, CA
Set in the inner Bay Area, John Muir Health offers detox, residential, day, and intensive outpatient (IOP) care for adults with alcohol or drug addiction. They...
Pacific Clinics Hope Drop-In Center Irwindale
Lynwood, CA
Pacific Clinics treats clients with mental health disorders, as well as eating disorders, insomnia, and co-occurring substance use disorders. They provide outpa...
True North Recovery & Wellness St. George
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Set off Highway 15 in St. George, True North Recovery & Wellness Center (also spelled True North Recovery and Wellness Center) uses intensive outpatient therapy...
Wisconsin Milkweed Alliance Recovery Coaching
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Wisconsin Milkweed Alliance (WIMA), based in Menomonie, Wisconsin, is a peer-run nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals facing mental health...
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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