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Walden House Chinook

San Francisco, CA

SAMHSA Verified

in San Francisco, CA.

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About Walden House Chinook

HealthRIGHT 360 operates over 50 programs in 11 California counties, providing comprehensive treatment services for a diverse range of individuals and families struggling with substance use disorders, mental health conditions, and co-occurring disorders.
HealthRIGHT 360's Walden House on Chinook Street provides men and women with a full continuum of substance use and mental health disorder treatment in a multicultural environment. They do detox, residential and outpatient treatments, and sober and transitional living. The treatment at Walden House includes evidence-based psychotherapy, 12-Step Facilitation, stress management, medication management, positive affirmations, medication-assisted treatment (MAT) with Suboxone, and employment re-entry services.
Walden House's detox uses the social model of detox, providing clients with coping skills and self-esteem management.
For the sober and transitional living options, clients need to attend an outpatient treatment program simultaneously. They can attend a program at this location, another HealthRIGHT 360 treatment program, or a different company's outpatient treatment program.
Walden House on Chinook has some gender-specific programming for both men and women. The women-specific programming includes support for expecting and current moms, offering paths to reunification with children as part of recovery.
Walden House's team has experience serving clients from all backgrounds. They have additional support for clients who are homeless, have HIV, or are 18-20.
Walden House on Chinook accepts both direct contacts from clients and professional referrals.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Walden House Chinook accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (415) 967-5334 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other CA centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Walden House Chinook offer?
Does Walden House Chinook have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does Walden House Chinook use?
Specific therapy approaches are not listed in SAMHSA data. Contact the facility for clinical details.
How do I start treatment at Walden House Chinook?
Call the facility directly at (415) 967-5334 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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