Best Substance Abuse in Montana — 12 resources

About Substance Abuse for Women

Substance use treatment in the US is delivered through state-licensed providers, mutual-aid programs (AA, NA, SMART Recovery, Women for Sobriety), hospital detox, methadone clinics, and sober living. SAMHSA's National Helpline (1-800-662-HELP) and findtreatment.gov locate local programs 24/7. For pregnant and parenting women, federally funded Pregnant and Postpartum Women (PPW) programs provide specialized residential and outpatient care that allows children on-site. Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is the standard for opioid use disorder, and family drug courts offer treatment-based alternatives to losing custody. This directory aggregates each state's single state agency for SUD, women-specific treatment, MAT providers, and recovery meetings.

Substance Abuse in Montana

Montana district courts handle family matters in each of its 56 counties across 22 judicial districts. The Child Support Services Division operates under DPHHS. Billings, Missoula, Great Falls, and Bozeman are the largest cities. Montana Legal Services Association and the Montana Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence support women, with strong online self-help for pro se litigants.

12 Resources

1. Rimrock Foundation — Billings

Rimrock Foundation — Billings works with women across Montana on substance-use treatment, recovery housing, MAT, and peer support. Reach the team at 406-248-3175 to schedule a screening. Hours are 24/7 Admissions, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. Fees may apply — sliding-scale, insurance, or self-pay options are typically available.

406-248-3175 · 1231 N 29th St, Billings, MT 59101 · 24/7 Admissions · Visit Website

2. Boyd Andrew Community Services — Helena

Boyd Andrew Community Services — Helena works with women across Montana on substance-use treatment, recovery housing, MAT, and peer support. Phone 406-442-0230 for case-by-case eligibility, current openings, and next steps. Hours are Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. Fees may apply — sliding-scale, insurance, or self-pay options are typically available.

406-442-0230 · 316 Fuller Ave, Helena, MT 59601 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

3. Nexus Treatment Center — Kalispell

Nexus Treatment Center — Kalispell works with women across Montana on substance-use treatment, recovery housing, MAT, and peer support. Contact 406-752-6558 to ask about appointments, documents to bring, and waitlist status. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm — confirm by phone before driving in. Fees may apply — sliding-scale, insurance, or self-pay options are typically available.

406-752-6558 · Kalispell, MT 59901 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

4. SAMHSA Treatment Locator — Free

Findtreatment.gov — searchable database of substance use and mental health treatment facilities nationwide for women in recovery and their families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

5. Alcoholics Anonymous — Free

AA — free worldwide fellowship for those struggling with alcohol. Find a meeting near you for women in recovery and their families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

6. Narcotics Anonymous — Free

NA — free fellowship for those recovering from drug addiction. Worldwide meeting locator for women in recovery and their families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

7. SMART Recovery — Free

Self-Management and Recovery Training — science-based addiction recovery support groups and online meetings for women in recovery and their families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

8. Women for Sobriety — Free

Recovery program designed by and for women dealing with substance use, with online and in-person groups. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

9. Al-Anon Family Groups — Free

Free fellowship for families and friends of alcoholics. Find a meeting near you. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

10. Nar-Anon — Free

Free fellowship for those affected by someone else's drug use. Worldwide meeting directory for women in recovery and their families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

11. Shatterproof — Free

Reversing the addiction crisis through advocacy, science-based treatment, and family support. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

12. Faces & Voices of Recovery — Free

Organizing the recovery community to advocate for policy and reduce stigma for women in recovery and their families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women in recovery and their families who need vetted, plain-language information on assessment, outpatient counseling, residential treatment referrals, and peer support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

Frequently Asked

How many substance abuse resources are in Montana?
Women's Corner tracks 12 substance abuse resources for women in Montana.
Are substance abuse resources in Montana free?
9 of the 12 listed substance abuse resources in Montana are explicitly free or low-cost.
Which cities in Montana have substance abuse resources?
Listings span cities including Billings, Helena, Kalispell.
What are some examples of substance abuse resources in Montana?
Featured entries include Rimrock Foundation — Billings, Boyd Andrew Community Services — Helena, Nexus Treatment Center — Kalispell, SAMHSA Treatment Locator, Alcoholics Anonymous.
Do these listings include phone numbers?
3 of 12 Montana substance abuse listings include phone numbers.
Where do I start if I want help with addiction?
Call SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) — free, confidential, 24/7. They connect you to local treatment, support groups, and women-specific programs. FindTreatment.gov lets you search by location, payment, and women's services. Medicaid covers treatment in every state under the Mental Health Parity Act.
Will I lose my kids if I go to treatment?
Voluntarily seeking treatment is almost always viewed favorably by family court and CPS — it shows responsibility. Many states have women-and-children residential treatment programs where your kids stay with you during recovery (search SAMHSA's directory for 'residential treatment for women with children'). Hiding addiction is far more dangerous to custody than addressing it.
Are there women-only treatment programs?
Yes — research shows women have better outcomes in gender-specific treatment because programs address trauma, parenting, pregnancy, and DV that fuel addiction differently for women. SAMHSA's directory filters by 'programs for women' and 'pregnant/postpartum women.' Most include childcare or family housing.
What about pregnancy and addiction?
Call 1-800-662-HELP immediately — they prioritize pregnant women for treatment, and federal law requires treatment programs to admit pregnant women on the same day or refer immediately. Medication-assisted treatment (methadone, buprenorphine) is safer for the baby than untreated addiction or withdrawal. Most states have laws protecting pregnant women seeking treatment from prosecution.