- 21 LGBTQ programs within 10 miles
- 48 LGBTQ programs within 25 miles
- 176 LGBTQ programs within 50 miles
- Montgomery County, Maryland · population 8,763
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Call 866-825-1171LGBTQ Rehab programs closest to South Kensington
Maryland Wellness and Recovery
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentDrug treatmentNewport Academy
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialIOP / PHPTrauma-informedNational Institutes of Health – Hatfield Clinical Research Center
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialAlcohol treatmentDetoxPro Health Solutions Inc
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Trauma-informedOREA LLC – DA Wynne
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)MRB Counseling Services Inc
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPMontgomery County Dept Health/Human – Medication Assisted Treatment Program
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Alcohol treatmentDual diagnosisTrauma-informedSecond Chance Addiction Care
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentDrug treatmentSamaritan Inns – Mens Transitional/Treatment
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialAlcohol treatmentDrug treatmentFamily Health Center – Hamilton Medical Building
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPDual diagnosisTrauma-informedNimel Mental Health
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentDrug treatmentT and N Services and Solutions
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPEvery 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 Maryland.
What the programs near South Kensington offer
Of the 12 listed programs shown here, 7 accept private insurance, 10 offer trauma-related counseling, 12 offer cognitive behavioral therapy, 5 offer a sliding fee scale, 10 offer telehealth, 3 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 South Kensington
Counts of LGBTQ programs that report each service to SAMHSA, out of 48 LGBTQ programs within 25 miles.
| Service | Programs |
|---|---|
| Residential treatment | 2 |
| Hospital inpatient care | 3 |
| Detox services | 9 |
| Partial hospitalization (PHP) | 9 |
| Intensive outpatient (IOP) | 27 |
| Regular outpatient | 44 |
| Trauma-related counseling | 46 |
| Telehealth | 40 |
Nearby cities to compare
| City | Distance from South Kensington | LGBTQ Rehab programs within 10 miles |
|---|---|---|
| North Kensington, MD | 1 mile | 21 |
| Chevy Chase, MD | 2 miles | 24 |
| Forest Glen, MD | 2 miles | 20 |
| Wheaton, MD | 2 miles | 15 |
| North Bethesda, MD | 3 miles | 10 |
Mental health and substance use together
Depression, anxiety and trauma often show up alongside substance use, and SAMHSA data show higher rates of mental illness among lesbian, gay and bisexual adults. Treating both at once usually works better than treating them separately.
If that sounds familiar, look at LGBTQ dual diagnosis treatment.
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.
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 treatment near South Kensington
Not every situation calls for a residential stay. We list 46 programs within 25 miles of South Kensington that report intensive outpatient, day treatment or regular outpatient services. Outpatient care works best when home is stable and supportive; it's also the usual next step after residential treatment.
Maryland rules and programs that affect treatment
These state-level facts apply to everyone seeking LGBTQ rehab in South Kensington.
Who oversees treatment
Maryland's Behavioral Health Administration, part of the Maryland Department of Health, oversees public behavioral health services, and its Office of Quality Assurance conducts compliance reviews and investigations of behavioral health programs.
Overdose Good Samaritan law
Maryland's Good Samaritan law protects people who seek or provide help in an overdose emergency, and the overdose victim, from arrest and prosecution for offenses such as controlled substance possession and paraphernalia. It does not cover drug felonies or bystanders who do not help.
Using your insurance
Before you call a program, have your insurance card ready and ask three things: is the program in network, does this level of care need prior authorization, and what will you owe after the deductible. Our insurance guides walk through major carriers.
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Call 866-825-1171Frequently asked questions
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.
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.
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.
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.
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LGBTQ Rehab in nearby cities
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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?