Sierra Tucson

About Sierra Tucson

39580 S Lago Del Oro Pkwy, Tucson, AZ 85739, Tucson, Arizona
Set on 160 acres in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains, Sierra Tucson offers a safe and compassionate environment to heal from addiction, mood disorders, trauma/PTSD, and eating disorders. A leader in behavioral health care for over 30 years, Sierra Tucson provides an integrative system of neuropsychiatric care for emotional, physical, and spiritual healing. They specialize in treating co-occurring disorders, addressing both mental health and substance use issues simultaneously through comprehensive, individualized treatment plans. Discover Proven Care Built around Clients’ Needs S...ierra Tucson's multidisciplinary team takes an integrative approach to treatment, placing an emphasis on providing comprehensive, holistic care that is customized based on each person’s specific needs. The treatment methods they use are research-backed and have proven success in delivering positive outcomes. Examples of the integrative therapies they use include naturopathic medicine, craniosacral therapy, SomatoEmotional dialoguing therapy, acupuncture, therapeutic and shiatsu massage, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and pain reprocessing therapy. Additional evidence-based therapies used in treatment include individual, group, and family therapies; pain reprocessing therapy; nutritional therapy; ketamine therapy; psychodrama; and equine therapy. By combining these therapeutic modalities, the Sierra Tucson team works to ensure that clients receive an all-inclusive experience that promotes lasting healing. Access Specialized Care for Specific Populations Sierra Tucson provides specialized programming for various populations. They have a dedicated track for first responders and Veterans, and they also offer customized care for licensed professionals and individuals suffering with chronic pain. To make sure that clients have tailored care based on the concerns they are struggling with, Sierra Tucson offers focused programs that address specific conditions, including substance use, mood and anxiety, trauma, and eating disorder recovery programs. By being able to take part in distinct inpatient, residential, and outpatient programs, clients can receive the type and level of care that meets them where they are on their healing journeys. Find Recovery in Secluded Comfort Sierra Tucson’s location provides total seclusion and privacy during treatment. Set on 160 acres, clients at Sierra Tucson can experience an escape from their busy lives and the outside world. On-site, clients can enjoy semi-private rooms, a ropes course, Shelldon the therapy tortoise, a labyrinth, sport courts, a rock wall, and much more.

Insurances

Aetna logo

Aetna

Covers mental health, substance use treatment, and rehab services with broad nationwide access and t...
BlueCross BlueShield logo

BlueCross BlueShield

Offers nationwide access to mental health providers, inpatient rehab, and outpatient addiction servi...
Carelon Behavioral Health logo

Carelon Behavioral Health

Specializes in managing mental health and addiction recovery services for individuals and families.
Optum logo

Optum

Specializes in mental health and addiction recovery under UnitedHealth Group.
United Healthcare logo

United Healthcare

Provides mental health, substance use disorder care, and integrated wellness solutions.

Amenities

Luxury

Luxury

Luxury facilities may offer upgraded accommodations, privacy, dining, wellness services, or hospitality-style amenities. Users should still compare clinical services, licensing, staff credentials, and treatment fit.

Access to Nature

Access to Nature

Centers with access to nature may offer outdoor areas, natural surroundings, or nearby green spaces that support reflection, movement, and a calmer treatment environment.

Fitness Center

Fitness Center

A fitness center may support exercise, routine, stress reduction, and overall wellness during treatment. Users should confirm available equipment, supervision, and any medical restrictions.

Outdoor Dining

Outdoor Dining

Outdoor dining may offer a more relaxed meal setting and access to fresh air during treatment. Availability may depend on weather, facility layout, and program schedule.

Recreation Room

Recreation Room

A recreation room may provide space for games, social activities, relaxation, or structured downtime. It can support routine and peer connection outside clinical sessions.

Walking Trails

Walking Trails

Walking trails may support gentle movement, reflection, stress reduction, and time outdoors during treatment. Users should confirm accessibility, supervision, and trail location.

Air-Conditioned Rooms

Air-Conditioned Rooms

Air-conditioned rooms help support comfort during residential or longer-stay treatment, especially in warm climates or facilities where temperature control affects sleep and daily routine.

Outdoor Space

Outdoor Space

Outdoor space may include patios, courtyards, lawns, or open-air areas that support movement, reflection, and breaks from indoor programming.

Accreditations

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Joint Commission

The Joint Commission Accreditation is a prestigiou...

Who We Treat

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Executives

Executive-focused programs may offer privacy, flex...
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LGBTQ+

LGBTQ+ affirming programs may offer culturally res...
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Professionals

Programs for professionals may offer privacy, flex...
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Veterans

Veteran-focused programs may address trauma, PTSD,...
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Men and Women

All-gender programs accept clients of more than on...
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Men

Men’s programs may address substance use, mental h...
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Women

Women’s programs may address substance use, trauma...

Treatments

1-on-1 Counseling

1-on-1 Counseling

One-on-one counseling gives clients private time with a counselor or therapist to discuss substance use, mental health symptoms, goals, triggers, and recovery planning. It is commonly used throughout treatment to create a more personalized care plan.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a complementary therapy that involves stimulating specific points on the body. Some programs may use it as supportive care for stress, discomfort, cravings, or relaxation, but it should not be presented as a replacement for clinical addiction or mental health treatment.

Adventure Therapy

Adventure Therapy

Adventure therapy uses structured outdoor or activity-based experiences to build confidence, communication, problem-solving, and emotional regulation. It is usually used as a supportive approach alongside counseling, group therapy, or residential treatment.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

CBT helps people identify thought and behavior patterns that may contribute to substance use, anxiety, depression, or relapse risk. Programs may use it to build coping skills and practical recovery strategies.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Dialectical Behavior Therapy

DBT teaches skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and communication. It may support people with intense emotions, trauma symptoms, self-destructive patterns, or co-occurring mental health concerns.

Equine Therapy

Equine Therapy

Equine therapy uses supervised activities with horses to support emotional awareness, trust, boundaries, communication, and confidence. It is often used as an experiential support alongside counseling or trauma-informed treatment.

Experiential Therapy

Experiential Therapy

Experiential therapy uses structured activities, role-play, movement, art, or outdoor experiences to help clients process emotions and practice new skills. It may be useful when clients benefit from hands-on work beyond traditional talk therapy.

Eye Movement Therapy (EMDR)

Eye Movement Therapy (EMDR)

EMDR is a structured therapy often used for trauma-related symptoms and distressing memories. In treatment settings, it may support clients whose substance use or mental health symptoms are connected to traumatic experiences.

Family Therapy

Family Therapy

Family therapy helps clients and loved ones address communication, boundaries, conflict, support systems, and the impact of substance use or mental health concerns on the household. It is an important treatment option when recovery involves family relationships.

Group Therapy

Group Therapy

Group therapy brings clients together in a structured setting to discuss recovery, coping skills, accountability, relationships, and shared challenges. It is commonly used in addiction and mental health treatment at many levels of care.

Massage Therapy

Massage Therapy

Massage therapy is a complementary service that may support relaxation, stress reduction, body awareness, or general wellness. It should be presented as supportive care, not as a replacement for counseling, medication, or clinical treatment.

Meditation & Mindfulness

Meditation & Mindfulness

Meditation and mindfulness practices help clients build present-moment awareness, manage stress, and respond to cravings or emotions with more intention. They are usually supportive practices used alongside clinical treatment.

Nutrition Counseling

Nutrition Counseling

Nutrition counseling helps clients address eating patterns, physical recovery, energy, and health habits that may be affected by substance use, stress, or mental health symptoms. It is often supportive within broader medical or behavioral health care.

Psychodrama Therapy

Psychodrama Therapy

Psychodrama therapy uses role-play and guided dramatic exercises to help clients explore relationships, emotions, conflict, and past experiences. It may be used as an experiential method within broader mental health or addiction treatment.

Recreation Therapy

Recreation Therapy

Recreation therapy uses structured recreational activities to support social connection, stress reduction, confidence, and healthy routines. It is often used as a supportive service in residential or extended-care programs.

Somatic Experiencing

Somatic Experiencing

Somatic Experiencing is a body-oriented approach that focuses on physical sensations and nervous system regulation. It may be used as supportive trauma-informed care when provided by trained professionals.

Trauma-Specific Therapy

Trauma-Specific Therapy

Trauma-specific therapy focuses directly on the effects of trauma, including triggers, avoidance, emotional distress, and safety. It may be important when trauma history is connected to substance use, anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns.

Yoga

Yoga

Yoga combines movement, breathing, and mindfulness practices that may support stress reduction, emotional regulation, sleep, and general wellness. It is best presented as a complementary recovery support rather than a standalone treatment.

Psychoeducation

Psychoeducation

Psychoeducation helps clients understand addiction, mental health symptoms, medications, coping skills, relapse warning signs, and treatment expectations. It is commonly used across many levels of care to support informed participation in treatment.

Twelve Step Facilitation

Twelve Step Facilitation

TSF helps clients understand and participate in Twelve Step recovery support. It may be used alongside counseling, medication, relapse prevention, and other treatment services.

Spiritual Care

Spiritual Care

Spiritual care supports clients who want to include faith, meaning, values, or spiritual reflection in recovery. It may be offered through chaplaincy, pastoral counseling, meditation, or faith-informed programming.

Level Of Cares

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Outpatient Treatment

Outpatient treatment allows clients to receive the...
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Outpatient Therapy

Outpatient therapy usually involves scheduled indi...
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Residential Treatment

Residential treatment provides structured care in ...
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Day Treatment / Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)

PHP provides structured daytime treatment without ...
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Intensive Family Program

Intensive family programs provide structured suppo...

Conditions

ADHD / ADD

ADHD / ADD

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition involving patterns of inattention, impulsivity, hyperactivity, organization difficulties, or time-management challenges. It may affect school, work, relationships, daily routines, and emotional regulation. Related support may include counseling, behavioral strategies, skills-based support, medication management when appropriate, outpatient care, or structured mental health treatment.

Anxiety

Anxiety

Anxiety involves excessive worry, fear, nervousness, or physical tension that can affect sleep, concentration, relationships, work, school, and daily responsibilities. Related support may include therapy, counseling, medication management when appropriate, outpatient care, intensive outpatient care, or structured mental health treatment depending on symptoms and needs.

Bipolar

Bipolar

Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder involving episodes of elevated or irritable mood and increased energy, along with episodes of depression. It may affect sleep, judgment, activity level, relationships, work, school, and safety. Related support may include psychiatric care, medication management, therapy, outpatient care, intensive outpatient care, day treatment, residential treatment, or inpatient stabilization when needed.

Chronic Pain Management

Chronic Pain Management

Chronic pain involves ongoing pain lasting for months or longer and may affect mobility, sleep, mood, work, relationships, and quality of life. Related support may include behavioral health counseling, pain-focused therapy, mindfulness-based support, medical coordination, outpatient care, or co-occurring substance use treatment when pain overlaps with medication, opioid, alcohol, or other substance concerns.

Depression

Depression

Depression is a mood condition involving persistent sadness, loss of interest, low energy, hopelessness, or changes in sleep, appetite, and concentration. It may affect daily functioning, relationships, school, work, and safety. Related support may include therapy, counseling, medication management when appropriate, crisis support when needed, outpatient care, intensive outpatient care, or structured mental health treatment.

Eating Disorders

Eating Disorders

Eating disorders involve disturbances in eating behavior, body image, weight concerns, or food-related thoughts and behaviors. They can affect physical health, mood, concentration, relationships, and daily functioning. Related support may include therapy, nutrition support, medical monitoring, family therapy, outpatient care, intensive outpatient care, day treatment, residential treatment, or inpatient care depending on severity.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

OCD involves recurring unwanted thoughts, urges, or images and repetitive behaviors or mental acts that can become distressing or time-consuming. It may affect school, work, relationships, sleep, and daily routines. Related support may include specialized therapy, counseling, medication management when appropriate, outpatient care, intensive outpatient care, or structured mental health treatment.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

PTSD is a trauma-related condition that may involve intrusive memories, nightmares, avoidance, mood changes, sleep problems, and feeling constantly on edge. It can affect relationships, work, school, safety, and daily routines. Related support may include trauma-focused therapy, EMDR, counseling, medication management when appropriate, and structured mental health or co-occurring treatment.

Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a serious mental health condition that can affect perception, thinking, communication, emotions, and functioning. Symptoms may include hallucinations, delusions, disorganized thoughts, or reduced motivation. Related support may include psychiatric care, medication management, therapy, case management, outpatient care, intensive outpatient care, residential treatment, or inpatient stabilization when needed.

Suicidality

Suicidality

Suicidality refers to thoughts, plans, or behaviors related to wanting to die or end one’s life. It may be connected with depression, trauma, substance use, grief, chronic pain, or other serious distress. Related support may include crisis support, safety planning, therapy, medication management when appropriate, intensive outpatient care, day treatment, residential treatment, or inpatient stabilization when immediate safety is a concern.

Trauma

Trauma

Trauma refers to emotional or psychological distress after a harmful, frightening, or overwhelming experience. It may affect mood, sleep, trust, relationships, physical comfort, and a person’s sense of safety. Related support may include trauma-informed therapy, counseling, EMDR, outpatient care, intensive outpatient care, residential treatment, or co-occurring substance use support when relevant.

Substances We Treat

Alcohol

Alcohol

Alcohol use disorder can affect health, relationships, work, safety, and mental health. Treatment may include counseling, behavioral therapies, recovery support, and FDA-approved medications when clinically appropriate.

Benzodiazepines

Benzodiazepines

Benzodiazepines are prescription sedatives sometimes used for anxiety, sleep, or seizure-related conditions. Treatment may involve careful assessment, medical supervision, and support for dependence or withdrawal risk, especially when other substances are involved.

Co-Occurring Disorders

Co-Occurring Disorders

Co-occurring disorders involve both a substance use disorder and a mental health disorder. Treatment may coordinate addiction care, mental health therapy, medication management, and recovery support so both concerns are addressed together.

Cocaine

Cocaine

Cocaine is a stimulant that can affect the brain, heart, mood, sleep, and decision-making. Treatment commonly focuses on behavioral therapy, relapse prevention, coping skills, and support for cravings or co-occurring mental health symptoms.

Heroin

Heroin

Heroin is an opioid with a high risk of dependence, withdrawal, and overdose. Treatment often includes medications for opioid use disorder, counseling, harm-reduction education, relapse prevention, and ongoing recovery support.

Cannabis / Marijuana

Cannabis / Marijuana

Cannabis use can become problematic for some people, especially when it affects school, work, mood, motivation, relationships, or daily functioning. Treatment may include counseling, behavioral therapy, coping skills, and support for withdrawal symptoms or co-occurring mental health concerns.

Methamphetamine

Methamphetamine

Methamphetamine is a powerful stimulant that can affect sleep, mood, thinking, heart health, and behavior. Treatment commonly focuses on behavioral therapies, contingency management where available, relapse prevention, recovery support, and co-occurring mental health care.

Opioids

Opioids

Opioids include heroin, fentanyl, and prescription pain medications such as oxycodone or hydrocodone. Treatment for opioid use disorder may include FDA-approved medications such as buprenorphine, methadone, or naltrexone, along with counseling and recovery support.

Prescription Drugs

Prescription Drugs

Prescription drug misuse may involve opioids, benzodiazepines, stimulants, or other medications used differently than prescribed. Treatment may include medical assessment, withdrawal support when needed, counseling, medication management, and relapse prevention planning.

Synthetic Drugs / New Psychoactive Substances

Synthetic Drugs / New Psychoactive Substances

Synthetic drugs can include lab-made cannabinoids, stimulants, opioids, or hallucinogens with unpredictable strength and effects. Treatment may focus on medical stabilization, substance use counseling, relapse prevention, and mental health support when symptoms are severe or persistent.

Drug Addiction / Substance Use Disorder

Drug Addiction / Substance Use Disorder

Drug addiction, or substance use disorder, involves continued substance use despite harmful consequences. Treatment may include assessment, counseling, behavioral therapies, medications for some substance use disorders, relapse prevention, and recovery support.