Compare 15 addiction treatment centers in and around Towson, reviewed against accreditation and licensing standards. Filter by level of care, insurance accepted, and specialty programs to narrow down drug and alcohol rehab options in Maryland for yourself or someone you love.
202 Perry Pkwy #5 · Gaithersburg, MD 20877Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Gaithersburg · Inpatient, Outpatient
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Inpatient
Outpatient
Private insurance
The Freedom Center in Gaithersburg, Maryland, serves as an outpatient treatment facility for The Freedom Center, a drug treatment and rehab facility that helps adults work through addictions to alcohol, opioids, and other substances. Their outpatient treatment program blends evidence-based…
1001 West Pratt Street · Baltimore, MD 21223Baltimore, MD 21223
Baltimore · Detox, Outpatient
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Detox
Outpatient
Medicaid
UM Addiction Treatment Center is run by the University of Maryland and is situated in downtown Baltimore, Maryland. Their addiction treatment services are aimed at alcohol and drug addiction, including heroin, fentanyl and prescription medication addictions. Their services include assessments,…
22 South Greene Street · Baltimore, MD 21201Baltimore, MD 21201
Baltimore · Outpatient
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Outpatient
Medicaid
Private insurance
University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) is a full-service hospital that offers substance use treatment as part of their psychiatry services. You can find them in Baltimore, Maryland. This location also houses the Emergency Department at UMMC. They treat addiction…
21 West Courtland Street · Bel Air, MD 21014Bel Air, MD 21014
Bel Air · Detox, Inpatient, Outpatient
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Detox
Inpatient
Outpatient
Private insurance
Maryland Recovery is a full service substance use disorder (SUD) treatment facility in Bel Air, Maryland, that provides services not just to Baltimore and Annapolis but to clients across the entire East Coast. They accept most major insurances and Medicaid…
111 West High Street · Suite 109, Elkton, MD 21921Elkton, MD 21921
Elkton · Detox, Outpatient
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Detox
Outpatient
Medicaid
Private insurance
Ashley Addiction Treatment in Elkton, Maryland, was an outpatient addiction treatment center that is now closed. The facility offered several outpatient programs for clients with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health challenges. Though the Elkton center is closed, the…
Hope House Treatment Center provides inpatient and outpatient services to people fighting substance use disorders (SUDs) in Crownsville, Maryland. Not only does this facility provide SUD care, but it also supports dual diagnosis treatment to help get to some of…
Avery House, part of Maryland Treatment Centers, provides substance use treatment for women 18 and older in Rockville, Maryland. It is a long-term residential treatment program where guests can focus on healing while gaining independence. Medication-Assisted Therapies Long-term treatment at…
800 Tydings Lane · Havre De Grace, MD 21078Havre De Grace, MD 21078
Havre De Grace · Detox, Inpatient, Outpatient
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Detox
Inpatient
Outpatient
Private insurance
Ashley Addiction Treatment is a nonprofit rehabilitation center located just south of Havre De Grace, Maryland. Having been co-founded more than four decades ago by someone who herself struggled with addiction, Ashley is built on the principles of providing care…
Maryland Addiction Recovery Center provides substance abuse and mental health treatment in Towson, Maryland. The family-owned facility is committed to offering a healing environment with experienced recovery support. They accept health insurance, including TRICARE, Humana and Aetna. Immersive Treatment Model…
Maryland Wellness and Recovery provides substance abuse and mental health services for men and women in Bethesda, Maryland. The team there understands that recovery is a personal journey and will help you develop a roadmap for sustained sobriety. Multiple Paths…
The International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Recovery Center in Marlboro, Maryland is a rehab center for fire fighters by fire fighters. The center is available to IAFF members. They are certified by The Joint Commission, LegitScript, SAMHSA, and the…
The Valley, located in Rockville, Maryland, is a place of transformation and renewal. They’re committed to helping people just like you break free from addiction. They specialize in dual occurring issues like PTSD and anxiety as these intertwine with substance…
Maryland Addiction Recovery Center provides substance abuse and mental health treatment in Towson, Maryland. The family-owned facility is committed to offering a healing environment with experienced recovery support. They accept health insurance, including TRICARE, Humana and Aetna. Immersive Treatment Model The Center believes in community integration that provides an immersive experience for guests. This approach creates a plan for everyone…
Sheppard Pratt Integrated Behavioral Health at GBMC Joppa Road is a rehab located in Towson, Maryland. Sheppard Pratt Integrated Behavioral Health at GBMC Joppa Road specializes in the treatment of addiction.
REK Advanced Therapeutic Solutions is a rehab located in Towson, Maryland. REK Advanced Therapeutic Solutions specializes in the treatment of addiction.
Carefirst Health Care Services Towson is a rehab located in Towson, Maryland. Carefirst Health Care Services Towson specializes in the treatment of addiction.
REK Advanced Therapeutic Solutions is a rehab located in Towson, Maryland. REK Advanced Therapeutic Solutions specializes in the treatment of addiction.
Towson University Counseling Center is a rehab located in Towson, Maryland. Towson University Counseling Center specializes in the treatment of addiction.
Kolmac Outpatient Treatment Center is a rehab located in Lutherville, Maryland. Kolmac Outpatient Treatment Center specializes in the treatment of addiction.
Glenwood Life Counseling Center is a rehab facility located in Baltimore, Maryland. They offer enhanced services to their clients so that they embrace recovery while leading normal, happy, fruitful and drug-free lives. The treatment offered by them includes medication assisted treatment, individual counseling, group treatment, intensive outpatient program, case management and peer recovery services. They have an intensive outpatient program…
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Rehab centers in cities near Towson
Treatment centers in nearby cities, closest to Towson first. Filter by insurance, level of care, and who the program is designed for.
We've organized a list of licensed and accredited providers, so you can find suitable care close to home. Here you'll find details about what treatment programs are available, the levels of care you can choose from and what payment options can make treatment more accessible.
Our directory prioritizes programs licensed by the Maryland Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) and accredited by The Joint Commission or CARF. We label any sponsored placement clearly.
Insurance coverage and progam openings can change, so it's best to confirm directly with a center when you contact them.
Rehab in Towson: What to Know
Towson is a busy innner suburb of Baltimore and the county seat of Baltimore County. The city is home to 10 rehab centers, with a strong base of outpatient addiction treatment. You can compare other nearby options through the Maryland rehab directory.
The Baltimore County Department of Health runs a Bureau of Behavioral Health that arranges treatment and can subsidize care if you're uninsured. Its REACH warm line can connect you to a Peer Recovery Specialist six days a week.
Baltimore County Crisis Response provides mobile and walk-in crisis help. You can also access naloxone in public health vending machines and at all county library branches.
If you'd like to apply Maryland Medicaid benefits to addiction care, this runs through the Public Behavioral Health System.
Treatment programs here have been shaped by overdose deaths concerns. Harm reduction and fentanyl test strips have been incorporated into local programs.
Efforts seem to be working, as Baltimore County has seen overdoses fall sharply, from 286 deaths in 2023 to 200 in 2024. Statewide, Maryland overdose deaths have fallen for four straight years to a 10-year low.
Other resources available in Towson include:
Crisis support: Call or text 988, or reach the Baltimore County REACH warm line at 410-887-3224.
Maryland Medicaid: SUD care is covered through HealthChoice and the Public Behavioral Health System.
Subsidized care: The county can subsidize community treatment for uninsured, eligible residents.
Free naloxone and test strips: Available in county vending machines, all library branches, and at Maryland pharmacies.
Cost of Rehab in Towson
Your total cost of rehab in Towson depends on your level of care, your insurance coverage and the length of your program. The average cost of treatment in Maryland is $56,783 without insurance. But most people pay a fraction of that cost once insurance benefits are applied.
The figures below relfect the average cost of each type of care.
$140,000
Medical detox is the most expensive level of care, at an average of $140,000 statewide.
$50,000
Long-term inpatient rehab in Maryland averages $50,000.
$8,000
Outpatient addiction treatment averages $8,000, far less than residential care.
$7,000
Outpatient methadone treatment is the most affordable option, averaging $7,000.
Outpatient programs cost far less than residential care and are the most common type of treatment in Towson. As suburb of Baltimore, Towson features costs that are close to the state average. Insurance coverage, Maryland Medicaid and county subsidies help make treatment more affordable.
Your cost is also determined by several key factors:
Treatment setting: Inpatient and residential care cost more than outpatient.
Program length: 30, 60, and 90-day programs scale in price.
Level of care: Medical detox and 24-hour supervision raise costs.
Insurance status: In-network coverage and Medicaid reduce out-of-pocket cost.
Public funding: County-subsidized care is available for eligible uninsured residents.
How to Pay for Rehab in Towson
Most of the rehab centers in Towson accept self pay and private insurance. Several work with Medicare, Maryland Medicaid and TRICARE. The grid below outlines how many facilities accept each payment type.
9 accept self-payment or cash
8 accept private health insurance
3 accept Maryland Medicaid
3 accept Medicare
3 accept TRICARE
2 offer sliding-scale fees
The informatoin below explains how each payment type works in Towson.
Maryland Medicaid
You can apply Maryland Medicaid benefits to a full continuum of substance use care, from detox to outpatient counseling and medication for addiction treatment. Carelon Behavioral Health administers specialty behavioral health benefits for HealthChoice members.
Three Towson facilities accept Maryland Medicaid. The county Bureau of Behavioral Health can help arrange care.
Medicare
Medicare Part A provides coverage for inpatient treatment, and Part B covers outpatient services. You can get similar benefits through a Medicare Advantage plan. Several Towson centers accept Medicare.
Military and TRICARE
Three area facilities accept TRICARE. Additionally, the VA Maryland Health Care System operates the Baltimore VA Medical Center nearby. If you're a veteran or active military, you can also access rehab resources for veterans and military families.
Insurance and Private Pay
Most rehab centers in Townson accept self pay or private insurance. Coverage varies by plan, but keep in mind that Maryland laws require insurers to cover addiction treatment at the same level as other medical benefits.
Major insurance carriers that are active in Maryland include:
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
UnitedHealthcare
Kaiser Permanente
Cigna
Aetna
Other Low-Cost Options
If you don't have insurance, the Baltimore County Department of Health can subsidize community treatment through state behavioral health funding if you're eligible. Two Towson centers also offer sliding scale fees that allow you to pay based on your income. Treatment scholarships can also help cover the cost of treatment.
Levels of Care Available in Towson
Treatment options in Townson include all levels of care, although outpatient treatment is the most common. Most facilities here also treat mental health disorders.
10 standard outpatient clinics
8 dual diagnosis programs
1 medical detox facility
1 inpatient rehab program
1 partial hospitalization program
Outpatient treatment is suitable if you need to balance work, school or family wth treatment. It allows you to live at home while attending scheduled sessions.
Dual diagnosis care provides treatment for addiction alongside conditions like depression or anxiety. Eight facilities offer this approach to address co-occurring disorders.
Medical detox provides 24/7 supervision as you safely withdraw from substances. One Towson program offers medically supervised detox, with more available across the Baltimore metro.
Inpatient and partial hospitalization offer higher intensity care. One local inpatient program and one PHP are available if you need structure beyond what standard outpatient sessions offer.
Specialty Programs in Towson
Specialty treatment programs in Towson tailor services to specific populations. The information below gives you an idea of what treatment tracks are available in Towson, so you can find a program that meets your unique needs.
10 young adult programs
9 women’s programs
9 men’s programs
9 alcohol rehab programs
9 opioid rehab programs
1 LGBTQ+ friendly program
1 veterans and military program
Every local center reports serving young adults. This is fitting for a university town. Many programs also address alcohol use disorder or opioid use disorder. You'll also find facilities that serve women, men, LGBTQ+ and veterans.
Free and Low-Cost Rehab Resources in Towson
Cost shouldn't keep you from support. Towson residents can find help at no charge. Contact the resources below for free asistance with treatment access or crisis support. You can always find crisis and suicide-prevention support around the clock.
Crisis and Helplines
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 any time for a mental health or substance use crisis.
Baltimore County REACH warm line: 410-887-3224, Monday through Saturday, to speak with a Peer Recovery Specialist.
Baltimore County Crisis Response: Mobile and walk-in behavioral health crisis care at no cost to residents.
Local Treatment and Recovery
Baltimore County Department of Health, Bureau of Behavioral Health: Treatment arrangement and subsidized care at 410-887-3828 (baltimorecountymd.gov).
Towson Health Center: County health services at 1046 Taylor Avenue, Towson.
Government and Harm Reduction
Naloxone vending machines and libraries: Free naloxone and fentanyl and xylazine test strips across Baltimore County health sites and all library branches.
Free naloxone: Also available at Maryland pharmacies without a prescription and through StopOverdose.maryland.gov.
SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357, free and confidential treatment referrals, 24/7.
Drug and Alcohol Use Statistics in Towson
Baltimore County has recorded one of the region’s sharper overdose declines as harm reduction and treatment access expanded in the area. Statewide, Maryland recorded one of the nation’s steepest drops in overdose deaths. Overdose data show a fourth straight year of improvement driven by expanded access to naloxone and medication for opioid use disorder.
200
Baltimore County fatal overdoses in 2024, down from 286 in 2023 (Baltimore County Department of Health, 2025).
1,315
Drug overdose deaths statewide in Maryland in 2025, a 10-year low, down from 2,800 in 2021 (Maryland Department of Health, 2026).
Overdose deaths down
53%
Decline in Maryland drug overdose deaths from the 2021 peak to 2025, the lowest total in a decade (Maryland Department of Health, 2026).
SourcesSources (3)
Maryland Department of Health, Behavioral Health Administration. (2026). Overdose data dashboard and treatment resources. health.maryland.gov.
Baltimore County Department of Health. (2025). Overdose data, REACH warm line, and harm reduction services. baltimorecountymd.gov.
Office of Governor Wes Moore. (2026). Maryland overdose deaths falling for fourth straight year, reaching 10-year low.
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