San Francisco AIDS Foundation Substance Health Services/Stonewall

The outpatient program at San Francisco AIDS Foundation Substance Health Services/Stonewall addresses the unique recovery needs of LGBTQ+ individuals and those living with HIV. Treatment sessions utilize cognitive behavioral therapy and counseling approaches, helping clients develop coping strategies while navigating the specific stressors that affect marginalized communities.

Recovery support extends beyond traditional therapy through integrated health services that address multiple aspects of wellness. The program recognizes that successful long-term recovery often requires addressing co-occurring mental health conditions and medical needs within an affirming environment that celebrates diverse identities rather than pathologizing them.

This recovery center stands apart by integrating addiction treatment with comprehensive health services, including an on-site pharmacy and syringe access programs. This approach acknowledges that recovery looks different for each person and may include harm reduction strategies alongside traditional abstinence-based treatment goals.

The facility's telehealth capabilities ensure continuity of care for clients who may face transportation barriers or prefer remote sessions. This flexibility supports long-term engagement in recovery services, particularly important for populations that have historically faced discrimination in healthcare settings.

Under Medical Director Dr. Hyman Scott, MD, MPH, and physician Dr. Carolyn Million, MD, the program brings medical expertise to addiction treatment within the LGBTQ+ community. This medical foundation ensures that treatment plans consider the complex interactions between substance use, mental health, and other health conditions common in the populations served.

The clinical team's understanding of HIV care, LGBTQ+ health issues, and addiction medicine creates a unique treatment environment where clients receive care from providers who understand their lived experiences and health challenges.

Operating Monday through Friday from 9:30 AM to 5 PM, the program serves men, women, young adults, and seniors throughout San Francisco. The recovery center's location on Market Street provides accessible care in the heart of the city's LGBTQ+ community.

Clients choose this program because it offers addiction treatment without requiring them to hide or minimize aspects of their identity. The recovery community here understands that successful treatment must address not only substance use but also the minority stress, discrimination, and health disparities that contribute to addiction in marginalized populations.