Alcohol, Drug, and Other Rehab Centers in Oakland, CA

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The 9 best rehab facilities in Oakland, CA are:

• New Bridge Foundation
• LifeLong East Bay Community Recovery Project – EBCRP Project Pride
• Friendship House Association of American Indians Inc., of San Francisco
• Bay Area Community Services (BACS) – Thunder Road Youth Services
• West Oakland Health Council
• Horizon Services, Inc. (HSI)
• Options Recovery Services
• American Health Services – Lifeline Treatment Services
• Magnolia Women’s Recovery Programs Inc.

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New Bridge Foundation

2323 Hearst Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94709
866-772-8491
Newbridgefoundation.org

Located at the historic Hearst mansion in Berkley, New Bridge Foundation offers detox and outpatient services, as well as short- and long-term residential recovery programs. These programs are designed to accommodate addicts requiring specialized care, including veterans, LGBTQAI+, and hearing-impaired patients. Co-occurring disorders are treated simultaneously, and medical management is available. All patients attend cognitive behavior therapy, group sessions, family and life skills education, and relapse prevention counseling. Holistic methods, such as yoga, acupuncture, and fitness activities, are also utilized.

What patients are saying:

One former patient’s mother said, “My son went through six months in house treatment then after care and is now in a satellite. He has been involved with Newbridge for 14 months. It has truly changed his life. I cannot express how grateful and impressed I am with the Newbridge program. Wojtek, The director and a fabulous counselor, put his heart and soul into my son’s recovery.”

Reviews:

• 4.03 stars
• 69 reviews

LifeLong East Bay Community Recovery Project – EBCRP Project Pride

2545 San Pablo Avenue
Oakland, CA 94612
510-446-7160
Lifelongmedical.org

Lifelong East Bay Community Recovery Project – EBCRP Project Pride is an inpatient residential treatment program for pregnant women and mothers. It offers a unique, tobacco-free approach that addresses the needs of the women and their children. Co-diagnosis methods are utilized, treating both mental health and addiction simultaneously. Mothers attend socialization, communication, leadership, and life skills classes, while the children receive education, music and art therapy, and developmental assessments. Pregnant women are given priority in admission.

What patients are saying:

One former patient wrote, “I am so grateful for this place I haven’t returned to Prison in 15 years and by God’s grace my daughter has her mother by her side still. Thank u Project Pride. I spent 24 months and it did give me life skills and showed me to appreciate life.”

Reviews:

• 3.90 stars
• 14 reviews

Friendship House Association of American Indians Inc., of San Francisco

56 Julian Avenue
San Francisco, CA, 94103
415-865-0964
Friendshiphousesf.org

Friendship House is a treatment center that focuses on the unique needs of American Indians. Treating addicts since 1963, it approaches recovery as a way to strengthen the community, increase social connection, and affirm the cultural identity of its clients. Its residential holistic programs for adults, pregnant women/women with children, and youth include cultural immersion. The facility’s programs teach self-empowerment, relapse prevention techniques, and job training. Housing assistance and family counseling are also provided.

What patients are saying:

According to one previous client, “I would most definitely recommend the Friendship house to anyone out there lost in their addiction I was lost and gone for years had no hope, broken in every way, didn’t want to live but today I have 13 months clean and sober and If it weren’t for the Friendship house and my family I would not be where I am today.”

Reviews:

• 4.90 stars
• 50 reviews

Bay Area Community Services (BACS) – Thunder Road Youth Services

390 40th Street
Oakland, CA 94609
510-613-0330
Bayareacs.org/thunder-road-joins-bacs-programs

Thunder Road provides treatment services to youth and their families. Caring staff members assist with the individual challenges youth face during recovery while supporting their growth and connection within their communities and neighborhoods. Families are also supported to help foster success at home. Intensive inpatient and outpatient programs centered on health promotion and safety are available, as well as family counseling sessions.

What patients are saying:

According to one five-star review from a former patient, “I appreciate the staff at this facility. I don’t know if Earl Rice is there any more but he had a lot to do with me recovering from some mental health issues I had growing up as did the staff and counselors. I’m grateful you only get out what you put in, you gotta want the change it don’t happen overnight.”

Reviews:

• 3.20 stars
• 6 reviews

West Oakland Health Council

700 Adeline Street
Oakland, CA 94607
510-835-9610
Westoaklandhealth.org

Founded by four African-American mothers over 50 years ago, the Council initially advocated for affordable healthcare in Alameda County. The five Health Council clinics provide medical, behavioral, pediatric, vision and dental care to residents. As part of their behavioral health services, West Oakland Health offers medication-assisted treatment to people attempting to stop their opioid habit. Walk-ins are accepted, and the clinic has individual and group counseling for substance abuse disorders.

What patients are saying:

One local client said, “I’m very grateful for them as an option in the Oakland area, I’m not sure there’s a way I could get the needed help without them.”

Reviews:

• 3.23 stars
• 53 reviews

Horizon Services Inc (HSI)

3485 Telegraph Avenue
Oakland, CA 94609
510-582-2100
Horizonservices.org

Horizon Services is a recovery organization that offers several programs to fit the individual needs of its patients, including residential men- and women-only treatment and immediate detox support. Therapy is available for those with co-occurring mental health issues, and Horizon provides youth, family, and LGBTQAI+ focused programs, as well as outpatient services. Horizon Services utilizes evidence-based approaches and focuses on treating all of its clients with dignity and respect.

What patients are saying:

No written reviews available

Reviews:

• 1.00 stars
• 1 review

Options Recovery Services

1630 10th Street
Oakland, CA 94607
510-836-9501
Optionsrecoveryservices.org

Options Recovery Services aims at addressing and preventing the cycle of crime, homelessness, and dysfunctional families. Its 12-month outpatient program uses the 12 Step approach, supporting it with various therapies. Clients can attend individual counseling, group therapy, relaxation training, yoga, and acupuncture, as well as anger management, life skills, and relapse prevention classes. After program completion, patients attend weekly aftercare group therapy sessions and have access to temporary transitional sober housing. An Offender Mentor Certification Program, which provides support and counseling to in-custody and recently released addicts, is also available.

What patients are saying:

One former client wrote, “changing lives one day at a time! It works. And the counselors are great and have their own personal experiences that make it more “hands on” instead of superficial. You also have the freedom to build your own life in their great transitional housing and resources! It’s the perfect dynamic to receive help if you struggle with addiction and trauma!”

Reviews:

• 4.49 stars
• 74 reviews

American Health Services – Lifeline Treatment Services

10429 International Boulevard
Oakland, CA 94603
510-777-8448
Americanhealthservices.org

Lifeline Treatment Services provides outpatient medication-assisted treatment on weekdays from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Services are available in English and Spanish, and walk-in patients are welcomed. The facility focuses on narcotic replacement therapy to help with maintenance and detoxification, and concurrent therapy helps patients progress toward a drug-free life. Group and individual counseling aim to implement behavioral change by managing psychosocial stressors.

What patients are saying:

According to one five-star reviewer, “I attend the Facility, once a week. Every Thursday Morning. To pickup Methadone Medication. Once a week, every Thursday. Great staff, and very friendly staff. Love the facility. The people faithfully are nice staff people. Treat me respectfully, and with kindness and compassion, and support. Really, like everyone there God bless everyone there. Great place to get rest there.”

Reviews:

• 5.00 stars
• 2 reviews

Magnolia Women’s Recovery Programs, Inc

17 Embarcadero Cove
Oakland, CA 94606
510-535-1344
Magnoliarecovery.org

Magnolia Women’s Recovery offers daily outpatient programs and is focused on empowering women and reconnecting them with their families as they work towards recovery. Residential programs for pregnant and postpartum women are also available. The facility aims to help clients heal physically, emotionally, and spiritually. All programs include clinical therapy, relapse-prevention counseling, life skills and parenting classes, anger management, healthy-living promotion, and expressive art therapy. Each client receives an individualized treatment plan to address any co-occurring mental health issues. Treatment may include domestic violence/trauma support and workshops, PTSD evaluations, and family counseling.

What patients are saying:

According to one reviewer, “Magnolia is making a long term investment in people who are going on to improve lives for their families and communities. What a blessing!”, another reviewed adding that “this organization is truly making a difference in the lives of women and children.”

Reviews:

• 5.00 stars
• 4 reviews

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Start by determining your coverage

To determine your best options for a rehabilitation center, it is important to first learn about your health insurance coverage. Reach out to your private or healthcare marketplace insurance provider to find out which substance abuse treatment centers are available to you. Regardless of the type of coverage you have, both public and private insurance companies must cover substance abuse treatment for qualified individuals.

To learn more about addiction and the rehabilitation process in your state, read our guide to rehab in California.

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Do I need to go to rehab?

Substance abuse and addiction have high costs, often adversely affecting work performance, personal relationships, and your physical health. To help you determine if you may be addicted, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has an Alcohol Use Screening and a Substance Abuse Screening to help you find out.

How long does rehab last?

Different programs and levels of addiction require different program lengths. Common rehab lengths are:

• 30 Days
• 60 Days
• 90 Days
• 120+ Days

How much does drug rehab cost?

Pricing depends on the program, services, and amenities offered. Typically, outpatient programs are cheaper than inpatient, and live-in inpatient facilities are the most expensive. To learn more, read our guide on The Cost of Rehab.

How does rehab work?

Rehab is made up of four basic steps:

• Assessment
• Detox
• Therapy
• Aftercare

To learn more about the rehab process and each step, read our guide to The Addiction Rehabilitation Process.

How important is aftercare? 

One of the most important steps in the rehabilitation process is aftercare – the continuing support and accountability offered through counseling and 12-Step programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA).

To find an AA or NA meeting near you, use the directory below.

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