- 23 LGBTQ programs within 10 miles
- 51 LGBTQ programs within 25 miles
- 174 LGBTQ programs within 50 miles
- District of Columbia County, District of Columbia · population 5,379,184
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Call 866-825-1171LGBTQ Rehab programs closest to Washington
Community Action Group (CAG) – Outpatient
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPPilgrim Rest Therapeutic Services Inc – The Better Way Program
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPTrauma-informedCircles of Hope Psychotherapy and – Addictions Services
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPTrauma-informedVeterans Affairs Medical Center – Substance Abuse Recovery Program
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialIOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentWhitman Walker Clinic/Mental Hlth and – Addiction Treatment Services
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Alcohol treatmentDual diagnosisTrauma-informedKolmac Integrated Behavioral Health
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPAlcohol treatmentDetoxLife Enhancement Services
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPDual diagnosisT and N Services and Solutions
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)IOP / PHPWellness Health Services LLC
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)DetoxTrauma-informedSamaritan Inns – Mens Transitional/Treatment
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialAlcohol treatmentDrug treatmentInner City Family Services Inc
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)BHG Washington DC Treatment Center – BHG XLVI LLC
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Trauma-informedEvery 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 District of Columbia.
What the programs near Washington offer
Of the 12 listed programs shown here, 7 accept private insurance, 9 offer trauma-related counseling, 11 offer cognitive behavioral therapy, 3 offer a sliding fee scale, 11 offer telehealth, 2 provide inpatient or residential care, 8 treat co-occurring mental health conditions, and 10 run a program for clients with HIV. Always confirm with the program before you go.
Levels of care within 25 miles of Washington
Counts of LGBTQ programs that report each service to SAMHSA, out of 51 LGBTQ programs within 25 miles.
| Service | Programs |
|---|---|
| Residential treatment | 7 |
| Hospital inpatient care | 6 |
| Detox services | 11 |
| Partial hospitalization (PHP) | 11 |
| Intensive outpatient (IOP) | 30 |
| Regular outpatient | 44 |
| Trauma-related counseling | 49 |
| Telehealth | 42 |
Nearby cities to compare
| City | Distance from Washington | LGBTQ Rehab programs within 10 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Rainier, MD | 4 miles | 23 |
| Chillum, MD | 5 miles | 25 |
| Arlington, VA | 5 miles | 24 |
| Hyattsville, MD | 5 miles | 23 |
| Takoma Park, MD | 5 miles | 24 |
Care that includes transgender and nonbinary people
Transgender and nonbinary people often report being misgendered or treated poorly in health care settings, which can make treatment feel unsafe. Before you enroll, ask how the program handles names and pronouns, room assignments, bathrooms and continuing gender-affirming hormones.
Read our transgender rehab guide for more.
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?
Residential care makes sense when use is daily, when detox needs medical support, or when home isn't a safe or stable place to recover. Outpatient and intensive outpatient programs fit when you have a stable place to live and want to keep working.
Outpatient and IOP options near Washington
If you need to keep working or caring for family, outpatient care may fit. We list 46 programs within 25 miles of Washington 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 Washington
LGBTQ community support
Whitman-Walker Health in Washington, DC offers affirming behavioral health programs that include peer support, group psychotherapy and substance use treatment. Its site also points to transgender health care and resources for finding a queer-affirming therapist.
Local health department
The DC Department of Behavioral Health runs naloxone distribution; it is free in every ward with no ID or prescription needed, at pharmacies, community health sites and some vending machines, with delivery available to DC addresses.
Public behavioral health services
DBH's Access HelpLine is open around the clock to connect people with community treatment providers, and its Assessment and Referral Center offers same-day assessments on weekdays.
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District of Columbia rules and programs that affect treatment
These state-level facts apply to everyone seeking LGBTQ rehab in Washington.
Who oversees treatment
The Department of Behavioral Health is the District's single state agency for substance use disorder services and sets the certification standards for treatment, prevention and recovery support providers. It inspects, monitors and certifies substance use treatment providers in the District.
Public coverage for treatment
DC Medicaid, run by the Department of Health Care Finance, covers substance use disorder services including withdrawal management, counseling and medication-assisted treatment, with rehabilitative services delivered through providers certified by the Department of Behavioral Health.
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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 do I find LGBTQ rehab near Washington, DC?
Start with the closest programs on this page, then call to ask about their LGBTQ group and your insurance. Our independent helpline can also help you compare options.
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.
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.
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 Washington
Gay & Gay-Friendly RehabLGBTQ Addiction TreatmentLGBTQ-Friendly RehabLGBTQ Drug RehabLGBTQ Alcohol RehabLGBTQ DetoxLGBTQ Dual Diagnosis Treatment
LGBTQ Rehab in nearby cities
Mount Rainier, MDChillum, MDArlington, VAHyattsville, MDTakoma Park, MDHillcrest Heights, MDBladensburg, MDCoral Hills, MDFriendship Heights Village, MDCheverly, MDAll of District of Columbia
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?