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Sierra Tucson

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Sierra Tucson

3.9
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Set on a private 160-acre estate in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains, Sierra Tucson provides a discreet sanctuary for recovering from complex addiction, mood disorders, and trauma/PTSD. As a leader in behavioral health care for over 40 years, the center utilizes a sophisticated neuropsychiatric system that integrates advanced clinical science with restorative wellness. Consistently recognized for excellence by Newsweek, Sierra Tucson specializes 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

Sierra Tucson's multidisciplinary team employs a high-touch, integrative approach to healing, focusing on bio-individualized care tailored to the most demanding personal and professional lives. 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 curated programming for specific high-impact populations. Dedicated tracks are available 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, and trauma 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 vast acreage ensures absolute discretion and total seclusion 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 premier residential suites, an expansive equestrian center, and meticulously designed amenities including a rock wall, labyrinth, and restorative sports courts, all set against a backdrop of panoramic desert vistas.

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Highlights from the Center

  • Equine Therapy

  • Therapeutic Location

  • Utmost Confidentiality

  • 30+ Years in Business

AT A GLANCE

Center Overview

Location
39580 S Lago Del Oro Pkwy, Tucson, AZ 85739 View Map
Part of
Acadia Healthcare
network
Primary Focus
This center treats substance use disorders and mental health conditions....
Accreditation
Joint Commission
Typical Program Length
30 days
Founded in 1984
42 years in business
Occupancy
50+ beds
Conditions We Treat
ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar, Chronic Pain Management +6 More
Substance Use We Treat
Alcohol, Benzodiazepines, Co-Occurring Disorders, Cocaine +7 More
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Testimonial
The time spent at Sierra Tucson was the true beginning of my journey. Not only did I overcome my addictions, but I began to focus on the root causes that created my compulsions. I understand myself so much better now.
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Former Client
How to pay

Insurance Accepted

Accepts BlueCross BlueShield
Accepts United Healthcare
Accepts Aetna
Accepts Optum
Accepts Carelon Behavioral Health
Provider's Policy: We are NOT in-network with AHCCCS (Arizona Medicaid) or Medicare. Sierra Tucson works with most major insurance payers on an out-of-network basis. Coverage will vary from plan to plan, but individuals can have their benefits checked quickly and confidentially by calling the Admissions department. Our staff will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding coverage to help make the complicated world of managed health care a little easier to understand.
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Private Pay Option

Cash Pay Rates

If you are not using insurance, the pricing listed below is an estimate of the cash pay rate.
30 days
$20,000-$45,000
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Heal the Whole Person with The Sierra Tucson Model®
Heal the Whole Person with The Sierra Tucson Model®
Over the decades since Sierra Tucson opened, they’ve had tremendous opportunities to document the most effective treatment methods and optimize their programs. Sierra Tucson recognizes that people exist as their mind, body, spirit, and emotions. Their range of evidence-based, holistic, and experiential therapies aim to address each person as a whole.
Benefit from Daily Medical Oversight and Support
Benefit from Daily Medical Oversight and Support
Sierra Tucson’s treatment is provided by a team of experienced psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, naturopathic physicians, and pain management physicians. Sierra Tucson features a team of full-time, on-staff doctors whose sole focus is to provide world-class treatment. Clients meet often with their providers to discuss needs, progress, and make necessary adjustments.
Experience Seamless Care at Every Level of Treatment
Experience Seamless Care at Every Level of Treatment
Sierra Tucson has expert programming for mental health, addiction, trauma, pain, family, and continuing care. Their Red, White, and Blue program caters to veterans, first responders, and active military members, focusing on integrative, trauma-informed care provided by staff who have served. They also provide focused care for licensed professionals, including doctors, nurses, pilots, and lawyers, addressing burnout and other mental health concerns. All of their programs address co-occurring disorders, and offer comprehensive, individualized plans that address both mental health and substance use issues simultaneously.
Take the First Step in Comfort, Safety, and Dignity
Take the First Step in Comfort, Safety, and Dignity
Sierra Tucson’s Detox Stabilization Program offers a safe, medically supervised environment for individuals beginning recovery from alcohol, opioids, and other substances. With 24/7 nursing care, trauma-informed support, and the calming backdrop of the Arizona desert, this program helps ease the physical and emotional discomfort of withdrawal while preparing clients for deeper therapeutic work ahead.

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Staff

Meet Your Care Team

Tim Palus

Tim Palus

Chief Executive Officer

Adam Perkins

Adam Perkins

Chief Operating Officer

MBA, ACHE

Amy C. Fritton Grudinschi

Amy C. Fritton Grudinschi

Group Chief Financial Officer

Ryan Drzewiecki

Ryan Drzewiecki

Chief Clinical Officer

PsyD, LP

Treatment

Your Care Options

Specializations

Alcohol
Detox
Bipolar
Depression
Executives
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Trauma

Who We Treat

Men
Women
Executives
LGBTQ+
Men and Women
Professionals
Veterans

Treatment Services

Day Treatment
Intensive Family Program
Outpatient
Outpatient Therapy
Residential

Approaches

Evidence-Based
Experiential
Family Involvement
Holistic
Individual Treatment
Personalized Treatment
Twelve Step
Wellness

Therapies

1-on-1 Counseling
Acupuncture
Adventure Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Equine Therapy
Experiential Therapy
Eye Movement Therapy (EMDR)
Family Therapy

Languages

English

Conditions We Treat

ADHD
Anxiety
Bipolar
Chronic Pain Management
Depression
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Schizophrenia
Suicidality

Substances We Treat

Alcohol
Benzodiazepines
Co-Occurring Disorders
Cocaine
Drug Addiction
Heroin
Marijuana
Methamphetamine
Opioids

Aftercare

Aftercare App
Outpatient Treatment
Aftercare Recovery Coach
Support Meetings
Alumni Events & Get-Togethers
Experience

Care Designed for Your Needs

Personal Amenities

Air-Conditioned Rooms
Private or Shared Rooms

Amenities

Pool
Access to Nature
Bathroom Essentials
Fitness Center
Outdoor Dining
Outdoor Space
Recreation Room
Salon
Walking Trails

Special Considerations

Family Program
LGBTQ group
First Responders Program

Activities

Rock Climbing
Yoga
AA/NA Meetings
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Massage
Physical Fitness
Ropes Course
Swimming

Off-Site Activities

Adventure Outings

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Frequently Asked Questions

Further Research

Sierra Tucson offers individual, group, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Pain Reprocessing and more…

Sierra Tucson provides the following levels of care: Detox, Stabilization, Residential, Intensive Outpatient and Partial Hospitalization programs.

The length of stay for treatment at Sierra Tucson will vary depending on individual need.