- 4 residential programs within 10 miles
- 4 residential programs within 25 miles
- 35 residential programs within 50 miles
- Montgomery County, Maryland · population 63,195
This page also covers nearby smaller towns, including Chevy Chase, Friendship Heights Village.
Talk with an independent helpline about residential programs near Bethesda, what your insurance covers and how soon you can start. Available 24/7.
Call 866-825-1171Gay & Gay-Friendly Rehab programs closest to Bethesda
National Institutes of Health – Hatfield Clinical Research Center
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programAlcohol treatmentSamaritan Inns – Mens Transitional/Treatment
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programAlcohol treatmentVirginia Hospital Center
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programIOP / PHPVeterans Affairs Medical Center – Substance Abuse Recovery Program
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programIOP / PHPRecovery Life Group LLC
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programDrug treatmentGaudenzia Crownsville – WARMS Program
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programAlcohol treatmentHope House Treatment Center – Residential Facility
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programIOP / PHPRecovery Centers of America – Capital Region Inpatient
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programAlcohol treatmentOrenda Center of Wellness – Mens Residential Inpatient Facility
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programAlcohol treatmentRight Turn IMPACT Treatment Center – IMPACT DUI LLC
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programIOP / PHPAGS Programs LLC
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programDrug treatmentBaltimore Crisis Response Inc
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programAlcohol treatmentEvery listing comes from the SAMHSA National Directory of Substance Use Treatment Facilities, where the facility reported offering a program or group for LGBTQ clients; ratings come from public business data. Services change, so confirm details with the program. See all residential programs in Maryland.
What the programs near Bethesda offer
Of the 12 listed programs shown here, 8 accept private insurance, 11 offer trauma-related counseling, 12 offer cognitive behavioral therapy, 6 offer telehealth, 12 provide inpatient or residential care, 10 treat co-occurring mental health conditions, and 7 run a program for clients with HIV. Always confirm with the program before you go.
Levels of care within 25 miles of Bethesda
Counts of residential programs that report each service to SAMHSA, out of 4 residential programs within 25 miles.
| Service | Programs |
|---|---|
| Residential treatment | 1 |
| Hospital inpatient care | 3 |
| Detox services | 3 |
| Partial hospitalization (PHP) | 1 |
| Intensive outpatient (IOP) | 2 |
| Regular outpatient | 2 |
| Trauma-related counseling | 4 |
| Telehealth | 3 |
Nearby cities to compare
| City | Distance from Bethesda | Gay & Gay-Friendly Rehab programs within 10 miles |
|---|---|---|
| North Bethesda, MD | 4 miles | 2 |
| Potomac, MD | 4 miles | 1 |
| McLean, VA | 5 miles | 4 |
| Silver Spring, MD | 5 miles | 4 |
| Wheaton, MD | 5 miles | 2 |
Being able to be yourself in treatment
Treatment works best when you can talk honestly about your life: your partner, your family, your gender, where and why you use. In a program that runs an LGBTQ group, those conversations are expected rather than awkward. Ask any program how staff are trained and how they handle names, pronouns and rooming.
See questions to ask an LGBTQ rehab before you commit.
What gay-friendly rehab looks like
The programs on this page are residential or hospital programs that report both an LGBTQ program or group and a program for adult men to SAMHSA. That doesn't mean they serve only gay men; it means they have structured groups where gay, bisexual and queer clients can talk openly.
Residential care gives you distance from triggers, a daily structure of therapy and support, and time to rebuild routines in Bethesda or wherever home is.
Prefer to live at home during treatment?
We list 45 programs within 25 miles of Bethesda that report intensive outpatient, day treatment or regular outpatient services. Intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization programs let you attend treatment during the day or evening and go home afterward.
Insurance and cost
Federal parity rules generally require health plans that cover substance use treatment to cover it on terms comparable to other medical care. Your cost depends on your plan, deductible and the program's network status, so verify benefits first. Our insurance guides explain how major carriers handle rehab.
Free, confidential help finding residential programs near Bethesda. Independent helpline, 24/7.
Call 866-825-1171Frequently asked questions
Is there gay-friendly residential rehab inside Bethesda?
Yes. 1 program in Bethesda itself are listed at the top of this page.
Can I talk about sex and drug use in treatment?
Yes, and it helps to. If drug use has become tied to sex or dating apps, tell the program at intake so relapse prevention can address it without judgment.
What does it mean that a program reports an LGBTQ program?
Each listed facility told SAMHSA's national treatment survey that it offers a program or group specifically for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer clients. It's self-reported, so ask the program how the group works and how often it meets.
Will my information stay private?
Federal rules (42 CFR Part 2) give substance use treatment records extra confidentiality protections beyond standard health privacy law. Ask any program how it handles your records and who can see them.
More treatment options near Bethesda
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Gay & Gay-Friendly Rehab in nearby cities
North Bethesda, MDPotomac, MDMcLean, VASilver Spring, MDWheaton, MDTakoma Park, MDKemp Mill, MDGlenmont, MDRockville, MDTysons, VAAll of Maryland
Guides
- Why LGBTQ-Specific Addiction Treatment Matters | LGBTQ Rehab
- Questions to Ask an LGBTQ Rehab Before You Enroll
- LGBTQ-Friendly vs LGBTQ-Specific Rehab: What's the Difference?
- Rehab for Gay and Bisexual Men: What to Look For
- LGBTQ Drug Addiction Treatment: Opioids, Meth, Cocaine and More
- Inpatient vs Outpatient LGBTQ Rehab: Which Fits You?