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10 Best Outpatient Rehab Programs in San Diego, CA (2026)

We list 23 outpatient rehab programs in San Diego, CA, based on SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov data. Compare services, insurance accepted and accreditation, or call for free help choosing.

  • 23Treatment facilities
  • 7Offer detox
  • 1Inpatient / residential
  • 14Accept Medicaid

Outpatient: the basics

Outpatient rehab is addiction treatment you receive while living at home, usually through counseling sessions, medication visits or both, for fewer than 9 hours a week. It fits people with mild to moderate substance use disorders, or those stepping down from more intensive care. Search below to find outpatient rehab programs near you that work around your job and family. Read the full guide →

2026 rankings

Top 10 outpatient rehab programs in San Diego, CA

Ranked by the StartDrugRehab Score: accreditation, levels of care, patient ratings and payment options. Featured or claimed status never affects rank. How we rank

  1. Sober Life Recovery Solutions LLC – Healthy U Behavioral Health

    San Diego, CA

    8.4ExcellentStartDrugRehab Score 8.4 out of 10
    4.9Google47 reviews

    Best for: Intensive outpatient careJoint Commission

    Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers PHP, IOP, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts private insurance, Medicare, and TRICARE.

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  2. Park Mental Health Treatment of – San Diego

    San Diego, CA

    8.4ExcellentStartDrugRehab Score 8.4 out of 10
    4.9Google117 reviews

    Best for: Intensive outpatient careJoint Commission

    Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers PHP, IOP, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.

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  3. Boardwalk Recovery Center

    San Diego, CA

    8.4ExcellentStartDrugRehab Score 8.4 out of 10
    4.9Google94 reviews

    Best for: Intensive outpatient careJoint Commission

    Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers PHP, IOP, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.

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  4. Amity Behavioral Health Network – Amity San Diego

    San Diego, CA

    8.4ExcellentStartDrugRehab Score 8.4 out of 10
    4.9Google155 reviews

    Best for: Intensive outpatient careJoint Commission

    Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers PHP, IOP, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts private insurance and self-pay.

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  5. Confidential Recovery

    San Diego, CA

    8.0ExcellentStartDrugRehab Score 8.0 out of 10
    5.0Google25 reviews

    Best for: Intensive outpatient careJoint Commission

    Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers PHP, IOP, outpatient care, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.

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  6. San Diego Comprehensive Treatment – Center

    San Diego, CA

    7.7Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.7 out of 10
    3.9Google29 reviews

    Best for: Supervised detoxCARF

    Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers detox, outpatient care, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare.

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  7. Betty Ford Center – Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation

    San Diego, CA

    7.7Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.7 out of 10
    4.4Google29 reviews

    Best for: Intensive outpatient careJoint Commission

    Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers PHP, IOP, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.

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  8. San Diego American Indian Health Center

    San Diego, CA

    7.2Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.2 out of 10
    3.6Google110 reviews

    Best for: Outpatient care with MATCARFNCQA

    Why it made our list: CARF and NCQA accredited; offers outpatient care and MAT; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare.

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  9. Fashion Valley Comprehensive Treatment – Center

    San Diego, CA

    7.0Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.0 out of 10
    3.4Google55 reviews

    Best for: Supervised detoxCARF

    Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers detox, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare.

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  10. SOAP MAT LLC – Central

    San Diego, CA

    7.0Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.0 out of 10
    4.6Google11 reviews

    Best for: Supervised detoxCOA

    Why it made our list: COA accredited; offers detox, outpatient care, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare.

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All outpatient rehab programs in San Diego, CA

7.7Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.7 out of 10
3.9Google29 reviews

CARF accredited

Setting
In/Outpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Detox
  • Outpatient
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • +3 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +2 more

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7.0Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.0 out of 10
3.4Google55 reviews

CARF accredited

Setting
In/Outpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Detox
  • Outpatient
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • +1 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +2 more

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

8.4ExcellentStartDrugRehab Score 8.4 out of 10
4.9Google155 reviews

Joint Commission accredited

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Partial Hospitalization
  • Intensive Outpatient
  • Outpatient
  • +3 more

Payment accepted

Private insurance · Self-pay

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

Boardwalk Recovery Center

San Diego, CA 92109

8.4ExcellentStartDrugRehab Score 8.4 out of 10
4.9Google94 reviews

Joint Commission accredited

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Partial Hospitalization
  • Intensive Outpatient
  • Outpatient
  • +3 more

Payment accepted

Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

8.4ExcellentStartDrugRehab Score 8.4 out of 10
4.9Google47 reviews

Joint Commission accredited

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Partial Hospitalization
  • Intensive Outpatient
  • Outpatient
  • +3 more

Payment accepted

Medicare · Private insurance · TRICARE +1 more

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

7.7Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.7 out of 10
4.4Google29 reviews

Joint Commission accredited

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Nonprofit
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Partial Hospitalization
  • Intensive Outpatient
  • Outpatient
  • +2 more

Payment accepted

Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

Confidential Recovery

San Diego, CA 92108

8.0ExcellentStartDrugRehab Score 8.0 out of 10
5.0Google25 reviews

Joint Commission accredited

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Not listed

Levels of care

  • Partial Hospitalization
  • Intensive Outpatient
  • Outpatient
  • +2 more

Payment accepted

Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay +1 more

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

8.4ExcellentStartDrugRehab Score 8.4 out of 10
4.9Google117 reviews

Joint Commission accredited

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Partial Hospitalization
  • Intensive Outpatient
  • Outpatient
  • +2 more

Payment accepted

Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

6.2GoodStartDrugRehab Score 6.2 out of 10
3.2Google21 reviews

COA accredited

Setting
In/Outpatient
Operator
Nonprofit
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Detox
  • Outpatient
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • +2 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +1 more

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

7.2Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.2 out of 10
3.6Google110 reviews

CARF · NCQA accredited

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Nonprofit
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Outpatient
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • Telehealth

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +4 more

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

SOAP MAT LLC – Central

San Diego, CA 92115

7.0Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.0 out of 10
4.6Google11 reviews

COA accredited

Setting
In/Outpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Detox
  • Outpatient
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • +2 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +1 more

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

6.7GoodStartDrugRehab Score 6.7 out of 10

CARF accredited

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Not listed

Levels of care

  • Outpatient
  • Dual Diagnosis

Payment accepted

Self-pay · Sliding scale

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

Teen Challenge San Diego

San Diego, CA 92105

5.6FairStartDrugRehab Score 5.6 out of 10
4.3Google23 reviews
Setting
In/Outpatient
Operator
Nonprofit
MAT
Not listed

Levels of care

  • Inpatient / Residential
  • Outpatient

Payment accepted

State-funded

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

Union of Pan Asian Communities

San Diego, CA 92104

6.1GoodStartDrugRehab Score 6.1 out of 10
Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Nonprofit
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Outpatient
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • +1 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

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Frequently asked questions

How many outpatient rehab programs are in San Diego, CA?

We list 23 outpatient rehab programs in San Diego, CA, based on SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov data (updated October 2026).

How do I choose the right program?

Look for state licensing and accreditation (The Joint Commission or CARF), the right level of care for your needs, evidence-based therapies, and insurance compatibility. Read our guide to choosing a rehab or call (833) 589-6933 to talk it through.

Will my insurance cover treatment?

Most private plans and Medicaid cover substance use treatment when it's medically necessary, but benefits vary by plan and network. Call (833) 589-6933 for a free, confidential benefits check.

Source: SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, data updated October 2026. Listings are not endorsements.