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
Freeman House Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Consistently praised on Google for their transformative results, Freeman House Recovery immerses clients fully in recovery from substance use—including ketamine...
Front Porch Recovery for Men
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
On a secluded 7-acre property just outside Savannah, Georgia, Front Porch Recovery offers fully customizable 30, 60, and 90 day residential programs for men exp...
Newport Institute Northern California
Sunol, CA
Newport Institute offers gender-specific treatment for young adults ages 18 to 35 who struggle with mental health issues co-occurring disorders. Each resident’s...
Newport Institute Temecula
CA
Newport Institute’s residential treatment program for young adults aged 18–35 offers a distinctive, holistic approach to mental health care, addressing co-occur...
Release Recovery Westchester Men's Treatment Program
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Recovery is about more than just putting down substances—it’s about building a life worth protecting. At Release Recovery’s men’s transitional living in Westche...
California Prime Recovery Addiction & Mental Health Treatment Center
Fountain Valley, CA
California Prime Recovery is a Joint Commission–accredited addiction and mental health treatment center located in Orange County, California. The center offers...
Crownview Psychiatric Institute
CA
Crownview Psychiatric Institute is a residential facility treating mental health concerns. In addition to their residential program, they offer an intensive out...
MFI Recovery Woodcrest Men's Program
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Located in Riverside California, MFI Recovery’s Woodcrest Men’s Program offers residential treatment and detox for men with substance use concerns and co-occurr...
The Fellowship Center
Escondido, CA
The Fellowship Center in Escondido, California, helps men ages 18 and up recover from alcohol and drug addiction. They offer both residential and outpatient car...
Villa Kali Ma - The Retreat
Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Villa Kali Ma - The Retreat offers an immersive 30-90 day retreat exclusively for women to receive deep and lasting mental health and trauma treatment. The team...
Guardian Recovery - Counseling Hoboken
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Guardian IOP in Hoboken, New Jersey, offers a holistic approach to treating both mental health disorders and substance abuse. Their intensive outpatient program...
Ritz Recovery
Los Angeles, CA
Nestled in the Hollywood Hills, Ritz Recovery is a sanctuary where luxury meets compassionate care in the journey toward recovery. They’ve meticulously designed...
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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