- 18 LGBTQ programs within 10 miles
- 38 LGBTQ programs within 25 miles
- 70 LGBTQ programs within 50 miles
- San Francisco County, California · population 3,592,294
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Call 866-825-1171LGBTQ Rehab programs closest to San Francisco
University of California San Francisco – Alliance Health Project
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Alcohol treatmentDual diagnosisVeterans Affairs Medical Center – Addiction Recovery Treatment Services
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentDetoxSan Francisco AIDS Foundation – Stonewall Project Castro SA
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Alcohol treatmentDual diagnosisAddiction Research and Treatment Inc – (ART)
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Trauma-informedCurry Senior Center – Senior Alcohol and Drug Programs
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Trauma-informedHealthRIGHT 360 – AARS Project ADAPT
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)HealthRIGHT 360 – Mens Residential Program
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programHorizons Unlimited of – San Francisco Inc
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Latino Commission on Alc/DA Services – Casa Aviva Perinatal Women
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialFather Alfred Center – Saint Anthony Foundation
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialDrug treatmentResidential + men's programFriendship House – Association of American Indians
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programSan Francisco AIDS Foundation – Substance Health Services/Stonewall
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Alcohol treatmentDual diagnosisEvery 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 LGBTQ programs in California.
What the programs near San Francisco offer
Of the 12 listed programs shown here, 4 accept private insurance, 12 offer trauma-related counseling, 11 offer cognitive behavioral therapy, 11 offer telehealth, 4 provide inpatient or residential care, 6 treat co-occurring mental health conditions, and 9 run a program for clients with HIV. Always confirm with the program before you go.
Levels of care within 25 miles of San Francisco
Counts of LGBTQ programs that report each service to SAMHSA, out of 38 LGBTQ programs within 25 miles.
| Service | Programs |
|---|---|
| Residential treatment | 17 |
| Hospital inpatient care | 1 |
| Detox services | 9 |
| Partial hospitalization (PHP) | 7 |
| Intensive outpatient (IOP) | 12 |
| Regular outpatient | 25 |
| Trauma-related counseling | 37 |
| Telehealth | 31 |
Nearby cities to compare
| City | Distance from San Francisco | LGBTQ Rehab programs within 10 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Broadmoor, CA | 5 miles | 16 |
| Daly City, CA | 5 miles | 16 |
| South San Francisco, CA | 7 miles | 16 |
| Sausalito, CA | 8 miles | 17 |
| Tiburon, CA | 9 miles | 20 |
Why LGBTQ-specific care can matter
Research summarized by the National Institute on Drug Abuse finds that sexual and gender minority people report higher rates of substance use and substance use disorders than the general population. Researchers often explain the gap with minority stress: the extra, ongoing strain of stigma, discrimination and having to stay on guard.
A program with an LGBTQ group gives you a place to talk about those pressures with people who share them, instead of working around them.
Family, rejection and recovery
Many LGBTQ people carry experiences of family rejection or strained relationships into treatment. Research on LGBTQ young people has linked family rejection with higher rates of substance use and depression, while family acceptance is protective.
Good programs make room for chosen family and offer family sessions when they help. Our guide on family rejection and recovery covers this in more depth.
Residential or outpatient?
The right level of care depends on how much you use, your health, your living situation and past attempts to stop. A program's intake assessment, usually based on ASAM criteria, will recommend a starting level.
Outpatient and IOP options near San Francisco
If you need to keep working or caring for family, outpatient care may fit. We list 26 programs within 25 miles of San Francisco that report intensive outpatient, day treatment or regular outpatient services. Intensive outpatient programs usually meet several days a week, and partial hospitalization runs most of the day while you sleep at home. See LGBTQ IOP and day programs.
Local resources in San Francisco
LGBTQ community support
San Francisco AIDS Foundation runs the Stonewall Project, which offers outpatient substance use treatment along with walk-in group and individual counseling. Its substance use and behavioral health services follow harm reduction principles, and it provides judgment-free sexual health care for gay, bi and queer men and trans health care.
Drug and recovery court
The San Francisco Superior Court runs a Drug Court within its collaborative courts that links non-violent defendants with substance use disorders to outpatient or residential treatment.
Crisis and hospital services
The Department of Public Health's San Francisco Health Network provides direct care to insured and uninsured residents through Zuckerberg San Francisco General, Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center, and primary care clinics across the city.
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California rules and programs that affect treatment
These state-level facts apply to everyone seeking LGBTQ rehab in San Francisco.
Public coverage for treatment
Medi-Cal is California's Medicaid program. It covers substance use disorder treatment through the Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System, a county opt-in continuum of care based on ASAM criteria.
Overdose Good Samaritan law
California Health and Safety Code section 11376.5 gives limited protection from charges for drug possession or being under the influence to people who seek medical help for an overdose in good faith, and to the person overdosing. It does not cover selling or giving drugs.
Paying for treatment
Most private health insurance plans cover addiction treatment, including detox, residential care and outpatient programs, though coverage depends on your plan and whether the program is in network. Ask about prior authorization before you go, and see our insurance guides.
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Call 866-825-1171Frequently asked questions
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.
Do LGBTQ rehabs only accept LGBTQ clients?
Usually not. Most programs on this page serve everyone and run a dedicated group or track for LGBTQ clients.
How long does rehab last?
It depends on the level of care and your progress. Residential programs commonly run several weeks, and outpatient care often continues for months.
Can I bring my partner or chosen family into treatment?
Many programs offer family sessions and let you define who counts as family. Ask at intake whether partners and chosen family can take part.
More treatment options near San Francisco
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LGBTQ Rehab in nearby cities
Broadmoor, CADaly City, CASouth San Francisco, CASausalito, CATiburon, CASan Bruno, CAAlameda, CAEmeryville, CATamalpais-Homestead Valley, CAStrawberry, CAAll of California
Guides
- Why LGBTQ-Specific Addiction Treatment Matters | LGBTQ Rehab
- Questions to Ask an LGBTQ Rehab Before You Enroll
- Transgender Rehab: Finding Addiction Treatment That Respects Your Gender
- Minority Stress and Addiction: How Stigma Affects Substance Use
- Family Rejection, Chosen Family and Recovery
- LGBTQ-Friendly vs LGBTQ-Specific Rehab: What's the Difference?