- 16 LGBTQ programs within 10 miles
- 38 LGBTQ programs within 25 miles
- 69 LGBTQ programs within 50 miles
- San Mateo County, California · population 67,789
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Call 866-825-1171LGBTQ Rehab programs closest to South San Francisco
Sitike Counseling Center
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPLatino Commission on Alc/DA Services – Casa Maria
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialStarVista – Insights Adolescent Counseling Program
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Latino Commission on Alc/DA Services – Casa Aviva Perinatal Women
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialHorizons Unlimited of – San Francisco Inc
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Addiction Research and Treatment Inc – (ART)
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Trauma-informedSan Francisco AIDS Foundation – Stonewall Project Castro SA
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Alcohol treatmentDual diagnosisCurry Senior Center – Senior Alcohol and Drug Programs
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Trauma-informedUniversity 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 treatmentDetoxHealthRIGHT 360 – Mens Residential Program
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programHealthRIGHT 360 – AARS Project ADAPT
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Every 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 South San Francisco offer
Of the 12 listed programs shown here, 4 accept private insurance, 12 offer trauma-related counseling, 11 offer cognitive behavioral therapy, 1 offer a sliding fee scale, 12 offer telehealth, 3 provide inpatient or residential care, 8 treat co-occurring mental health conditions, and 8 run a program for clients with HIV. Always confirm with the program before you go.
Levels of care within 25 miles of South San Francisco
Counts of LGBTQ programs that report each service to SAMHSA, out of 38 LGBTQ programs within 25 miles.
| Service | Programs |
|---|---|
| Residential treatment | 15 |
| Hospital inpatient care | 1 |
| Detox services | 8 |
| Partial hospitalization (PHP) | 6 |
| Intensive outpatient (IOP) | 12 |
| Regular outpatient | 26 |
| Trauma-related counseling | 37 |
| Telehealth | 30 |
Nearby cities to compare
| City | Distance from South San Francisco | LGBTQ Rehab programs within 10 miles |
|---|---|---|
| San Bruno, CA | 2 miles | 10 |
| Daly City, CA | 3 miles | 16 |
| Millbrae, CA | 4 miles | 3 |
| Broadmoor, CA | 4 miles | 16 |
| Pacifica, CA | 4 miles | 3 |
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.
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.
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 San Francisco
Not every situation calls for a residential stay. We list 27 programs within 25 miles of South San Francisco 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.
California rules and programs that affect treatment
These state-level facts apply to everyone seeking LGBTQ rehab in South San Francisco.
Who oversees treatment
The California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) licenses residential nonmedical alcohol and other drug treatment facilities and also certifies many of them under its AOD certification standards.
Prescription monitoring
California's prescription drug monitoring program is CURES (Controlled Substance Utilization Review and Evaluation System), operated by the California Department of Justice. It tracks dispensed controlled substance prescriptions so prescribers, pharmacists and regulators can review them.
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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
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.
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.
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.
More treatment options near South San Francisco
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LGBTQ Rehab in nearby cities
San Bruno, CADaly City, CAMillbrae, CABroadmoor, CAPacifica, CABurlingame, CASan Francisco, CAHillsborough, CASan Mateo, CAEl Granada, 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?