12 Best Drug and Alcohol Rehab Centers in Minnesota 2026: Detox, Residential & Insurance Options

Levels of Care: Detox | Residential | Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)| Dual Diagnosis | Partial Hospitalization (PHP) | Intensive Outpatient (IOP) | Outpatient | Virtual Outpatient | Aftercare

Why We Selected Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation

The Center City location is Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation’s flagship campus; it’s where the Minnesota Model of treatment was developed, and providers have treated substance use disorder here since 1949. Therapists support co-occurring conditions, such as depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and anxiety, and a wide array of therapies help ensure individual treatment plans meet the needs of each client. Options include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and contingency management, among many others.

The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation offers comprehensive treatment levels at a single location, starting with detox in a protected, clinically supervised environment. Once individuals are medically stable, they move into a community-based residence with peers on similar recovery journeys. In addition to evidence-based residential and outpatient treatment programs, the facility offers on-site children’s programming to help kids aged 7 to 12 learn about and process their parents’ diagnoses, as well as family programming to build resilient support systems. Amenities include a meditation garden and trails, a gym and fitness space, a movie theater and a pool.

Good Fit For:

• Adults wanting a comprehensive recovery journey with the same provider
• Individuals seeking telehealth treatment for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
• Those requiring medical detox and stabilization before entering active rehab
• People needing support services, such as foster care for pets, during treatment
• Families wanting to work through recovery together

May Not Be the Best Fit For:

• Teens, as this location only offers treatment for adults
• Individuals seeking a more intimate, smaller setting for treatment, as this flagship location is a larger campus
• Those needing treatment in the city or a location easily accessible via public transportation

Questions to Ask Before Admission:

• What type of medical oversight is involved in detox, and how is patient safety managed?
• What are the technology requirements for the virtual program?
• What should we expect from the family workshop, including its length and how you integrate families into care while being mindful of existing dynamics?
• Who’s a good fit for the Children’s Program, and what will children learn about their parent’s treatment and recovery?
• Can you describe what type of nutrition, fitness and spiritual activities are involved in care, how you decide which might be right for a person and whether they’re mandatory?

Levels of Care: Detox | Residential | Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)| Dual Diagnosis

Why We Selected EOSIS New Beginnings – Waverly

EOSIS New Beginnings in Waverly is a small residential program focused on women. It only has 10 beds, with individuals sharing rooms with one or two others. During treatment, women attend group counseling, education and recreational sessions designed to support mental health and nutrition education for females, development of life and relapse prevention skills and self-discovery. Clients see an addiction counselor and a mental health counselor for a holistic approach to recovery and personal wellness.

During individual and group therapy sessions, staff use evidence-based protocols, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and motivational interviewing (MI). The program also includes Seeking Safety, a trauma-focused model that may work well for some women. Between treatment sessions, clients can enjoy sports, such as volleyball, and there’s a small lake for fishing. Clients don’t need a fishing license to enjoy this pastime.

To support a clear boundary between past triggers and future recovery, EOSIS New Beginnings – Waverly typically doesn’t allow personal device use during the first week of treatment. After that milestone, use is limited and considered on an individual basis. But women in treatment aren’t fully disconnected from loved ones; family and significant others can visit several times each week.

Good Fit For:

• Women seeking residential recovery in a gender-specific location
• Individuals wanting nutrition, mental health and other wellness education alongside substance use treatment
• Those needing a clean break from the outside world to support initial focus on rehab, as devices aren’t allowed the first week and use is limited thereafter
• Women desiring rehab in a small group setting, as the location only has 10 beds
• Women seeking rehab that includes separate counseling sessions for addiction and mental health needs

May Not Be the Best Fit For:

• Individuals wanting a private room, as rooms are shared by two to three women
• Women needing complex medical detox, as that level of care is offered at another EOSIS location
• Men or adolescents, as this location only serves women

Questions to Ask Before Admission:

• How do you earn privileges to attend off-site meetings, and what might cause those to be revoked?
• What considerations go into assigning roommates, and is there an official process for handling complaints or issues if roommates can’t cohabitate healthily?
• What’s the process for aftercare referrals, do you have a specific network you work with and how much say do patients get in choosing next providers?
• How do you make nutritional education and other sessions female-centered, and what’s included that might not be included for a general audience?
• What type of life and relapse prevention skills can I hope to learn during treatment?

Levels of Care: Detox | Residential | Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) | Dual Diagnosis

Why We Selected EOSIS – Lake Shore

EOSIS – Lake Shore offers residential addiction treatment for men in a small setting that prioritizes community and brotherhood among clients. The location offers 23 beds with men sharing a room with one or two others, and it’s methadone-friendly, making it an option for those already involved with medication-assisted treatment.

The program offers two intensity levels with different weekly hour commitments and levels of support, allowing men to move organically from a higher level to a lower level without changing locations or giving up residential support. This step-down approach may help some men transition more smoothly into outpatient treatment at another facility. During residential treatment, men participate in group and individual therapy following 12-step and SMART Recovery methods.

The staff at EOSIS – Lake Shore also support clients in completing practical recovery steps. Clients can get transportation to nonemergency appointments for medical, legal or financial needs. Between the work involved in recovery, clients can take part in numerous recreational pursuits, including pond fishing, sports and trips to zoos or other nearby locations.

Good Fit For:

• Men seeking a residential rehab that only serves male clients
• Individuals wanting a smaller, intimate rehab, as the location only has 23 beds
• Clients wanting to build connections with a 12-step group early in recovery for later support
• Men wanting residential rehab that steps down in intensity to help them move forward in recovery
• Those desiring outdoor recreation options during recovery

May Not Be the Best Fit For:

• Women and teenagers, as this location only serves men
• Those using medical marijuana, as this abstinence-based program doesn’t allow it
• Men wanting a private room, as all rooms have two to three beds

Questions to Ask Before Admission:

• What types of policies are in place to support safe, positive group cultures, particularly when men room with others?
• What’s the difference between sessions with an addiction counselor and a mental health counselor?
• What type of medical care is available during treatment, and who oversees it?
• Do all clients experience all forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy, and if not, how do you decide treatment for each person?
• Do you have to earn outings to local stores, parks or the zoo, and how do you manage safety and sobriety when traveling outside the rehab?

Levels of Care: Medical Detox | Inpatient

Why We Selected EOSIS – Gateway

EOSIS – Gateway provides medical detox in an inpatient setting for complicated cases, such as individuals with severe withdrawal challenges or additional medical diagnoses that could complicate detox. It offers walk-in care with immediate assessments and potential treatment right away, which isn’t common for residential detox programs, and care coordinators and case managers support ongoing treatment and structure.

Once someone is stabilized and ready for next steps in recovery, coordinators work with them to facilitate referrals to partial hospitalization or other outpatient treatment. EOSIS operates numerous residential and outpatient locations statewide and works with other vetted providers to ensure clients get the services they need.

EOSIS – Gateway provides detox treatment for individuals with alcohol, opioid, cocaine and other substance use disorders. Staff at this location can communicate with loved ones and caregivers and coordinate with other providers, including therapists and doctors, to ensure comprehensive, safe care in medically complex situations.

Good Fit For:

• Adults requiring complex medical detox
• Individuals with opioid use disorder
• Clients with cocaine or stimulant use disorder
• Individuals willing to start recovery with detox at one location before moving to another for further rehab
• People needing detox without a follow-up residential stay

May Not Be the Best Fit For:

• Individuals seeking a holistic, non-medication-based approach to detox
• Adolescents, as this location treats individuals aged 18 and up
• People wanting a gender-specific residential detox program

Questions to Ask Before Admission:

• What is the process when someone walks into the location without an assessment appointment, and how quickly might they be admitted?
• How long does a typical detox stay last, and what factors might make it shorter or longer?
• How often do clinical coordinators and other team members meet with each client?
• What is the process for deciding the appropriate level of care following detox, and do client preferences play a role?
• Do you have emergency protocols should someone become unsafe to manage medically?

Levels of Care: Dual Diagnosis | Partial Hospitalization (PHP) | Intensive Outpatient (IOP) | Virtual IOP

Why We Selected Foundations Minnesota

Foundations Minnesota’s Eden Prairie location is just outside the Twin Cities, in a quiet area with wetlands and a creek. Individuals seeking structured outpatient addiction care in a more natural area may find it peaceful, and Southwest Transit offers an on-demand ride service in town that may help make the location accessible for those without transportation.

The location offers LGBTQ+-affirming care, although treatment isn’t limited to those who identify as such. An on-site partial hospitalization program includes daytime group and individual therapy and other sessions, and the intensive outpatient program (IOP) offers morning and evening options to accommodate individuals working on a return to normal life. The same treatment teams provide services in both programs, allowing clients to step down while maintaining those connections.

The team at Foundations Minnesota in Eden Prairie supports a virtual IOP program available to Minnesota residents. During on-site and virtual programming, individuals can get integrated treatment for co-occurring mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety.

Good Fit For:

• Adults seeking structured addiction treatment that lets them maintain work or family schedules
• Those wanting to transition between outpatient levels of care with the same treatment team
• Individuals who need trauma-informed care for coexisting mental health conditions
• Those wanting LGBTQ+ affirming care
• Clients seeking intensive outpatient programming via telehealth

May Not Be the Best Fit For:

• Those wanting virtual IOP services who don’t live in Minnesota, as this location only offers it within the state
• Individuals identifying as LGBTQ+ who want a program exclusively for them
• Those needing to start with inpatient detox or residential rehab, as partial hospitalization is the highest level of care offered

Questions to Ask Before Admission:

• As this location doesn’t include the LGBTQ+ PRIDE program, how does it provide affirming care to individuals who identify with those communities?
• How do you decide it’s appropriate to include a family in recovery, and what protocols are in place to support positive dynamics?
• What are some specific policies in place that make it easier for someone to step down from the PHP level of care into IOP at Foundations Minnesota?
• How do you support engagement during virtual IOP programs, and to what level do individuals in the virtual program communicate with each other?
• When does relapse prevention planning start, and how do you involve the patient in building those foundations for future recovery?

Levels of Care: Mental Health Care | Dual Diagnosis | Intensive Outpatient (IOP) | Virtual IOP | Outpatient | Sober Living | Aftercare

Why We Selected Alliance Wellness Center

Alliance Wellness Center provides culturally responsive care to people from diverse backgrounds. This locally owned and operated facility provides a connection to the community that many clients may find comforting, and it offers an evening intensive outpatient program to make treatment more accessible to working adults.

An outpatient-only location, the clinic offers an integrated approach that treats substance use disorder alongside mental health conditions. Individuals may also get stand-alone mental health care for grief, trauma, anxiety and depression.

Alliance Wellness Center is located near the Mall of America and a major public transportation hub. Clients may find the location convenient, as numerous bus stops are located within the surrounding blocks. Outpatient programs also offer housing and lodging support for those who qualify, making this a potential option for individuals ready for less intensive care who don’t yet have a stable home.

Good Fit For:

• Individuals needing housing support during outpatient treatment programs
• People requiring structured treatment programs outside of work hours, as the IOP has evening options
• Clients with co-occurring mental health conditions seeking standalone therapy for depression, trauma or grief
• Those wanting to work with a locally owned, smaller outpatient treatment provider
• Individuals unsure of their treatment needs who want to start with a comprehensive assessment

May Not Be the Best Fit For:

• Those seeking medication-assisted treatment, as that service isn’t offered by this provider
• Individuals requiring 24-hour supervised care
• People needing weekend outpatient appointments, as the office is open on weekdays only

Questions to Ask Before Admission:

• How does someone qualify for lodging support, where do they stay and how much does it cost?
• What does the evening IOP schedule look like, including how many nights per week and how many hours per night are required?
• How is substance use and mental health disorder care coordinated, and do individuals see different counselors for each?
• Can you explain what to expect when transitioning out of certain levels of care and how aftercare works?
• What does the 245G-licensed initial screening include, and how long does it take?

Levels of Care: Residential | Dual Diagnosis | Aftercare

Why We Selected Mash-ka-wisen Treatment Center

Mash-ka-wisen Treatment Center has been Native-owned since 1977 and claims to be the first Native-owned and operated rehab in the nation. It’s run by a nonprofit board with members from multiple reservations and tribes, supporting meaningful and diverse cultural programming for Native Americans needing substance use disorder treatment. During treatment, clients can connect with traditions through full moon and grief ceremonies, drumming and sweat lodge participation and seasonal feasts.

This program offers residential treatment that couples cultural traditions with evidence-based care, including 12-step programming and group and individual therapy. Clients may take part in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing and other forms of talk therapy.

At Mash-ka-wisen, men and women attend separate programs that run 45 to 90 days or longer. Clinically licensed nurses are on-site to help manage medical needs during treatment, and the program accepts most major insurance, state plans and tribal funding programs. Self-pay is also an option.

Good Fit For:

• Anishinaabe people wanting treatment built around their languages and customs
• Native Americans from other tribes seeking culture-sensitive addiction treatment
• Clients desiring traditional ceremonial practices alongside evidence-based treatment
• Those wanting gender-specific programming, as the location offers separate men’s and women’s options
• Individuals needing sober housing following residential treatment, as the organization runs a halfway house at another location

May Not Be the Best Fit For:

• Individuals uninterested in cultural or spiritual practices of the Anishinaabe people
• Those wanting a non-12-step program, as Alcoholics Anonymous/Narcotics Anonymous meetings are built into treatment plans
• Those needing complex medical detox, as it’s not offered at this facility

Questions to Ask Before Admission:

• Do clients need to be Native American, and how do you support clients who are new to Anishinaabe traditions?
• Is participation in ceremonial activities optional or required, and how are they integrated into day-to-day schedules?
• How do you support separate programming for men and women, and are there any times when they are commingled?
• What should a family expect when they participate in Family Programming, and how do they qualify for assistance like gas vouchers?
• What’s the process for moving from inpatient care at Mash-ka-wisen to sober living at the Thunderbird Wren Halfway House?

Levels of Care: Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)| Dual Diagnosis | Outpatient

Why We Selected Community Medical Services

Community Medical Services specializes in medication-assisted treatment for those with opioid use disorders. It supports a wide range of medications, including methadone, Suboxone, buprenorphine, naltrexone, Sublocade and Brixadi. Patients have some input into the medications they use, letting them choose options that fit their schedule and life best.

The office takes walk-ins and supports same-day intake, and it also helps arrange guest dosing at other locations. This lets patients travel without putting their medication routine at risk. Individual and group addiction counseling helps individuals pair medication with relapse prevention strategies, and certified peer support specialists offer additional support. Clients can also add psychiatric services to their treatment plans for coexisting mental health conditions.

Community Medical Services provides specialty medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for pregnant women with opioid use disorders, supporting the unique needs of those individuals during recovery. The provider also helps clients find low-cost transportation if they don’t have their own way to the clinic, and staff can help individuals apply for state-funded insurance programs when eligible.

Good Fit For:

• Individuals with opioid use disorders who want medication-assisted treatment
• Pregnant women with opioid use disorder, as the program offers unique MAT services for those cases
• Clients needing psychiatric care alongside MAT
• Those needing to use public transportation to get to treatment
• People who travel often and may require dosing at another clinic

May Not Be the Best Fit For:

• Individuals with non-opioid substance use disorders, as the clinic primarily treats opioid use disorders
• Those needing to dose before work, as hours may be too late in the day
• Clients seeking treatment without medication, as this is a MAT-first facility

Questions to Ask Before Admission:

• How long does a first visit take, and do people normally get their first dose then?
• What is the process for choosing a medication for each person, and is there a protocol for switching if needed?
• How does someone access separate psychiatry services, and what care coordination is involved?
• Do you offer take-home doses, and if so, how does someone earn the privilege?
• Is addiction counseling required to access medication-assisted treatment, and do you attend those sessions when you come for dosing or at a different time?

Levels of Care: Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) | Dual Diagnosis | Intensive Outpatient (IOP) | Virtual IOP

Why We Selected Foundations Minnesota – Pride Minneapolis

Foundations Minnesota’s Minneapolis location is home to the organization’s LGBTQ+-focused addiction treatment option, called the PRIDE Program. The program moves beyond culturally affirming care and offers treatment designed specifically for LGBTQ+ recovery needs, including trauma and relationship dynamics, sexual health and identity-related stress. Within the intensive outpatient programs, LGBTQ+-only groups provide a safe place for individuals to work through challenges.

The location offers in-person and virtual IOP programs that include group and individual therapy, psychoeducational groups and, when needed, medication management. Family programming and peer support are also available, and aftercare is handled in part via an alumni program.

Foundations Minnesota’s Minneapolis office is located in a walkable neighborhood known for a lively culture. Nearby bus stations on Hennepin Avenue make it easy to access treatment without a personal vehicle.

Good Fit For:

• Individuals identifying as LGBTQ+ who want addiction treatment designed specifically for their community
• Those relying on public transportation to come to in-person outpatient sessions
• People needing to fit structured treatment around school or work obligations, as the IOP offers morning and evening sessions
• LGBTQ+ community members outside of the Minneapolis area interested in the virtual IOP program
• Clients wanting sexual health education as part of recovery education and counseling

May Not Be the Best Fit For:

• Those who don’t want treatment with an LGBTQ+ focus
• Individuals seeking a rural or suburban nature-based recovery location, as this office is in an urban setting
• Anyone needing detox or residential care to start their journey, as this location only offers outpatient services

Questions to Ask Before Admission:

• How does the PRIDE Program address unique community factors, such as identity-related stress or family rejection?
• What does sexual health education cover, and how does it connect to recovery?
• Can someone switch between in-person and virtual IOP sessions as needed to support personal schedules?
• If it’s determined someone needs a higher level of care, can you coordinate with other locations or providers to support a seamless transfer?
• What type of services do you provide if someone isn’t LGBTQ+, and would you recommend they seek treatment elsewhere?

Levels of Care: Mental Health Care | Dual Diagnosis | Outpatient

Why We Selected North Homes Children and Family Services

As of 2023, North Homes Children and Family Services is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), which is a federal designation. CCBHC-certified clinics must provide services to people regardless of a person’s ability to pay, including coordinated substance use and mental health care. This location provides substance use treatment for adults and teens, including assessments, individual and group counseling and peer support. Family counseling and education to help loved ones understand addiction better and relapse prevention education to help individuals prepare for long-term recovery are also included.

North Homes Children and Family Services has financial assistance policies to help ensure treatment is accessible. It also has MNsure navigators on-site to help individuals enroll in coverage if possible. Founded in 1990 with a mission to keep youth and their families connected to the community, the organization also funds school-based and foster programs; some school-based programs include substance use prevention education.

Good Fit For:

• Teens requiring outpatient treatment for substance use disorder
• Families wanting addiction treatment and mental health counseling for adults and children at one location
• Individuals seeking treatment with sliding-scale payment and other financial assistance options to make it more affordable
• People without their own vehicles, as this office helps provide transportation to and from appointments
• Those wanting peer support as an integrated part of recovery and aftercare

May Not Be the Best Fit For:

• Individuals seeking highly structured outpatient programs, as this location offers primarily individual and group sessions
• Those needing medication-assisted treatment or detox
• People requiring 24/7 supervision in a residential treatment program

Questions to Ask Before Admission:

• How does someone qualify for the transportation service, how far in advance should rides be scheduled and how far from the location do you offer transport?
• Are teen sessions scheduled separately from adult sessions, and how do they differ?
• What type of scheduling support do you offer to support teens in school or adults who need to balance work with treatment?
• How do you involve family members in treatment, especially when the client is a teenager, while balancing patient autonomy in recovery with building support?
• How does the sliding fee scale work, and can someone help me enroll in MNsure or another program before starting treatment?

Levels of Care: Dual Diagnosis | Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) | Outpatient

Why We Selected EOSIS New Beginnings Litchfield

EOSIS New Beginnings in Litchfield offers a hybrid approach to intensive outpatient programming. Local clients can attend in-person therapy appointments or come to the office for assessments and help with admission to the IOP.  Group intensive outpatient program (IOP) sessions are offered online to reduce commuting needs and support individuals who need more flexibility for outpatient scheduling.

Multiple scheduling tracks and evening hours make the virtual program even more accessible, particularly for those returning to full-time work following more structured treatment. Another track offers relapse prevention programming, which covers education and skill building to reduce the impact of triggers and high-risk situations on ongoing recovery. The outpatient programs address mental health and emotional wellness in addition to substance use, and peer support is integrated into meetings.

EOSIS New Beginnings – Litchfield is in-network with many major insurers, and virtual IOP is typically covered. During the assessment, individuals can request benefit verification to understand the cost of virtual IOP and what their insurance might cover.

Good Fit For:

• Clients who’ve relapsed and need structured relapse prevention to get back on track with recovery
• Those returning to work after inpatient treatment elsewhere who need virtual or evening IOP options
• Individuals preferring group meetings online
• Those in rural areas of west-central Minnesota who want to reduce commuting times involved in outpatient treatment
• People seeking virtual outpatient treatment that supports coexisting mental health diagnoses

May Not Be the Best Fit For:

• Individuals without reliable internet access for attending virtual IOP sessions
• Those who live outside the state, as virtual IOP is only available to Minnesota residents
• People wanting all their outpatient care in-person, as groups are virtual

Questions to Ask Before Admission:

• What technology, including devices and internet connection, do I need to attend virtual IOP sessions?
• How do you build connection and accountability when groups only meet online?
• Can someone attend IOP sessions from a remote location, such as a coffee shop or library?
• Is it up to each person and their therapist to determine whether individual sessions are in person or virtual?
• What are the hours for virtual IOP, and is there flexibility for choosing hours and sessions that fit within an individual’s schedule?

Levels of Care: Dual Diagnosis | Outpatient

Why We Selected Vinland National Center – Minneapolis

Vinland National Center’s Minneapolis location offers outpatient addiction and mental health treatment for adults with brain injuries and other cognitive impairments. Group and individual therapy and other sessions are designed to run at a slower pace to support those with memory issues, learning disorders and other cognitive challenges. Staff repeat information frequently and use vetted teaching methods to help clients understand addiction and relapse prevention. They also tailor approaches for each person’s unique needs.

In addition to talk therapies, outpatient programming includes mindfulness activities, art therapy and trauma-responsive care. Groups meet several days a week, with schedules designed according to each client’s needs. Sessions don’t last all day, allowing clients and caregivers to return to family, work and other obligations each day.

Vinland National Center also offers family and support system programs to help caregivers understand recovery needs and how they can help. The Minneapolis location is accessible by private car and public transportation, including Metro Mobility, an ADA paratransit service.

Good Fit For:

• Clients with cognitive impairments, as the program is designed for them
• People desiring a slower learning pace with plenty of repetition
• Those relying on Metro Mobility or the bus to arrive at treatment
• People with a gambling addiction in addition to a substance use disorder, as the location runs a gambling addiction treatment program for adults
• Those needing to cover treatment costs with public funding, such as Minnesota’s Behavioral Health Fund

May Not Be the Best Fit For:

• Those without cognitive impairments
• Individuals needing residential care, as this location only provides outpatient services
• Teens needing treatment, as the location only provides assessments and referrals for those under 18

Questions to Ask Before Admission:

• Do individuals need formal diagnoses related to cognitive impairment to participate in the substance use disorder treatment program?
• How do you support individuals who need additional time or help learning material in group settings?
• What does mindfulness meditation involve, and how do you adapt it for those with cognitive impairment?
• Can family caregivers participate in treatment sessions or provide assistance during the day?
• What does an outpatient treatment schedule look like, and how intense is each day?