Cottonwood Tucson

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Substance Use and Mental Health

Treatment Focus

This center treats substance use disorders and mental health conditions. You'll receive individualized care catered to your unique situation and diagnosis, learn practical skills for recovery, and make new connections in a restorative environment.

Residential

Primary Level of Care

Offering intensive care with 24/7 monitoring, residential treatment is typically 30 days and can cover multiple levels of care. Length can range from 14 to 90 days typically.

4.1
(201)
Insurance

Provider's Policy

Cottonwood works with all major insurance programs and is in-network with Aetna, Beacon, Humana, Bright, and First Health. Submit your health insurance information for verification. All information is held confidential. We do not accept Medicaid or Medicare.

Recognized as one of Newsweek’s America’s Best Addiction Treatment Centers 2023, Cottonwood Tucson treats primary mental health, substance use, process addictions, and co-occurring disorders. They offer medically supervised detox, residential care, day treatment (partial hospitalization), and intensive outpatient. Their medically-managed detox provides a consultation with a medical provider, close nursing supervision, vital sign monitoring, and supervised medication use. After residential care, clients can participate in outpatient programming to continue building life skills and preventing relapse. Cottonwood Tucson treats only 9 clients at a time.

Mental Health and Addiction Treatment

On staff, Cottonwood Tucson has psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, nutritionists, and substance use counselors catering treatment to clients’ recovery. They treat alcohol, opioid, and cocaine addiction, among others. Cottonwood Tucson is also a primary mental health provider, treating depression, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and eating disorders. Their program can help those with process addictions such as gambling, video games, shopping, and sex addiction.

Comprehensive Treatment Plans

Cottonwood Tucson uses a variety of therapies in their 1:1 and group sessions. Their program is 12-Step based, and clients participate in trauma-specific therapies such as eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), somatic experiencing, and trauma release exercises (TRE). Cottonwood Tucson offers life skills training, where clients focus on relapse prevention, communication skills, relationship skills, anger management, and creating a strong support system. Clients who have chronic pain engage in alternative pain management methods like acupuncture, biofeedback, cryotherapy, myofascial release therapy, and nerve blocking. Cottonwood Tucson’s family program provides psychoeducation, communication training, multiple family groups, and 1:1 sessions. Their 5-day family week includes 8 hours of care daily.

Mind, Body, and Spirit

Cottonwood Tucson strives to heal the mind, body, and spirit, so they incorporate holistic healing methods into their treatment plans. Clients participate in yoga, meditation, massage, Reiki, mindfulness, tai chi, and passive muscle relaxation. Cottonwood additionally offers exercise routines, breathing techniques, and a whole-food diet. They have on-site equine therapy, walking trails, and a meditation garden.

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Highlights from the Center

Highlights

These highlights are provided by and paid for by the center.

  • Customized Treatment Plans

  • Trauma-Informed Care

  • 30+ Years in Business

AT A GLANCE

Center Overview

Location
4110 W Sweetwater Dr., Tucson, AZ 85745 View Map
Primary Focus
This center treats substance use disorders and mental health conditions....

Treatment Focus

This center treats substance use disorders and mental health conditions. You'll receive individualized care catered to your unique situation and diagnosis, learn practical skills for recovery, and make new connections in a restorative environment.

Accreditation
CARF

CARF Accredited

CARF stands for the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities. It's an independent, non-profit organization that provides accreditation services for a variety of healthcare services. To be accredited means that the program meets their standards for quality, effectiveness, and person-centered care.

Typical Program Length
30-45 days
Founded in 1987
39 years in business
Occupancy
16-30 beds
Conditions We Treat
ADHD, ADD, Anger, Anxiety, Bipolar +15 More
Substance Use We Treat
Alcohol, Benzodiazepines, Chronic Relapse, Co-Occurring Disorders +12 More
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(855) 961-3529

Part of the network.
How to pay

Insurance Accepted

Medicaid
Medicaid(Not Accepted)
Medicare
Medicare(Not Accepted)
Carelon Behavioral Health
Carelon Behavioral Health
All Centers in Arizona
Magellan Health
Magellan Health
All Centers in Arizona
Provider's Policy: Cottonwood works with all major insurance programs and is in-network with Aetna, Beacon, Humana, Bright, and First Health. Submit your health insurance information for verification. All information is held confidential. We do not accept Medicaid or Medicare.
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Private Pay Option

Cash Pay Rates

Estimated Cash Pay Rate

Center pricing can vary based on program and length of stay. Contact the center for more information. Recovery.com strives for price transparency so you can make an informed decision.

If you are not using insurance, the pricing listed below is an estimate of the cash pay rate.
30-day Residential Program
$45,000
Cottonwood Assessment Program
$7,500
week of PHP
$2,500
week of IOP
$1,050
(855) 961-3529
Staff

Meet Your Care Team

Stefanie Lockery

Stefanie Lockery

Director of Clinical Services

LCSW

Aaron Wilson

Aaron Wilson

Chief Medical Officer

MD

Tab W. Hoyt

Tab W. Hoyt

Chief of Medical Services / Nurse Practitioner

MSN, FNP-C

Maria Broz

Maria Broz

Chief Nursing Officer

RN, BA

Primary Mental Health Treatment
Primary Mental Health Treatment
Cottonwood Tucson offers primary mental health treatment, without a co-occurring substance use disorder. They treat depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), eating disorders, and more. Clients participate in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), psychodrama, trauma therapy, and 12-Step facilitated groups. Cottonwood Tucson teaches life skills such as relapse awareness and prevention, communication skills, relationship skills, anger management, and building a strong support system.
Holistic Healing
Holistic Healing
Cottonwood Tucson aims to create holistic recovery plans, so they have specialized practitioners on staff and include a variety of practices such as yoga, meditation, massage, Reiki, mindfulness, and tai chi. Exercise coaches help build consistent fitness plans, and a dietician creates a whole-foods diet and teaches nutrition education. Clients can also engage in alternative pain management methods, such as acupuncture, biofeedback, and cryotherapy. Cottonwood Tucson has on-site equine therapy.
Intensive Family Program
Intensive Family Program
Cottonwood Tucson offers a comprehensive family program to invite loved ones to the healing process. Their 5-day family week includes psychoeducation and multiple family group therapy sessions. Loved ones receive communication training and time to practice. Cottonwood Tucson offers individual therapy sessions to families as needed. Their family program is also available on an outpatient basis to families who want to strengthen their family communication and interaction patterns, even if they are not an existing client.
Veterans Program
Veterans Program
Cottonwood Tucson partners with the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Community Care Network and PsychArmor as a Veteran-Ready program. Their staff is trained to provide trauma-informed care to help veterans heal. Cottonwood Tucson has multiple trauma therapists and a specialized veteran counselor on staff. Clients in the veterans' program participate in veteran/first responder-specific groups, somatic experiencing, trauma release exercises (TRE), and grief and loss groups.
Care Options

Levels of Care

Substance use and mental health issues can occur simultaneously or as primary conditions. Effective treatment explores how mental health conditions contribute to addiction, and vice-versa. Many rehabs treat substance use disorders and mental health conditions with personalized care plans.
Residential
Residential programs for substance use and mental health with structured care and 24/7 monitoring. Treatment takes place on-site, with behavioral health professionals often providing care in group, individual, and family settings.
Sober Living
Not Offered at This Center
Transitional housing designed to support individuals recovering from substance use disorders offering a safe, supportive and structured environment for practicing long-term sobriety, while reintegrating back into daily living.
Day Treatment
In a PHP, patients live at home but follow an intensive schedule of treatment. Most programs require you to be on-site for about 40 hours per week.
Intensive Outpatient Program
An intensive outpatient program (IOP) falls between inpatient care and traditional outpatient services, with therapy and skills-building activities designed to support recovery and provide flexibility. IOP is ideal for those needing support but not the 24/7 care of a residential facility.
Outpatient
Outpatient treatment offers flexible therapeutic and medical care without the need to stay overnight in a hospital or inpatient facility. Outpatient care typically offers a range of therapies and medical interventions individuals can attend alongside daily life.
Virtual & In-Home Care
The delivery of therapeutic services utilizing technology such as video conferencing, online messaging or phone calls, allowing for flexibility, comfort and increased access to care.
Licensed Primary Mental Health
Some primary care providers offer mental health diagnosis and treatment. This can prevent patients from developing more serious conditions.
Co-Occurring Disorders
Substance use and mental health can occur simultaneously as co-occurring disorders. Treatment for co-occurring disorders involves therapy and other personalized interventions to address both conditions.
Treatment

Your Care Options

Specializations

Pornography Addiction

Pornography Addiction

A person with a porn addiction is emotionally dependent on pornography to the point that it interferes with their daily life and relationships.

Alcohol

Alcohol

Using alcohol as a coping mechanism, or drinking excessively throughout the week, signals an alcohol use disorder.

Anxiety

Anxiety

Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.

Bipolar

Bipolar

This mental health condition is characterized by extreme mood swings between depression, mania, and remission.

Depression

Depression

Symptoms of depression may include fatigue, a sense of numbness, and loss of interest in activities. This condition can range from mild to severe.

Veterans

Veterans

Patients who completed active military duty receive specialized treatment focused on trauma, grief, loss, and finding a new work-life balance.

Sex Addiction

Sex Addiction

Compulsively seeking out sex can easily become a problem. This addiction is detrimental to relationships, physical health, and self-esteem.

Trauma

Trauma

Some traumatic events are so disturbing that they cause long-term mental health problems. Those ongoing issues can also be referred to as "trauma."

Who We Treat

Men
Women
Men and Women

Men and Women

Men and women attend treatment for addiction in a co-ed setting, going to therapy groups together to share experiences, struggles, and successes.

Mild Disabilities

Mild Disabilities

Adults with mild physical or intellectual disabilities receive treatment catered to their specific needs in a safe and clinically supportive environment.

Approaches

Evidence-Based

Evidence-Based

A combination of scientifically rooted therapies and treatments make up evidence-based care, defined by their measured and proven results.

Holistic

Holistic

A non-medicinal, wellness-focused approach that aims to align the mind, body, and spirit for deep and lasting healing.

Individual Treatment

Individual Treatment

Individual care meets the needs of each patient, using personalized treatment to provide them the most relevant care and greatest chance of success.

Spiritual Emphasis

Spiritual Emphasis

Spirituality connects patients to a higher power and helps strengthen their recovery, hope, and compliance with other treatment modalities.

Twelve Step

Twelve Step

Incorporating spirituality, community, and responsibility, 12-Step philosophies prioritize the guidance of a Higher Power and a continuation of 12-Step practices.

Therapies

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

This cognitive behavioral therapy teaches patients to accept challenging feelings and make the appropriate changes to reach personal goals.

Acupuncture
Adventure Therapy

Adventure Therapy

This experiential approach uses the physical and emotional challenges of outdoor activities as tools for personal growth.

Animal Therapy

Animal Therapy

Animals can inspire trust and self-worth. In this experiential therapy, guided interactions are used to improve social skills and emotion regulation.

Art Therapy

Art Therapy

Visual art invites patients to examine the emotions within their work, focusing on the process of creativity and its gentle therapeutic power.

Attachment-Based Family Therapy

Attachment-Based Family Therapy

ABFT is a trauma-focused therapy that teaches you to form healthy relationships by rebuilding trust and healing attachment issues formed in childhood.

Body Image Therapy

Body Image Therapy

Therapists use cognitive behavior techniques to challenge how patients perceive their body and their worth, rewriting negative thoughts and attitudes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Craniosacral Therapy

Craniosacral Therapy

A practitioner uses light touch around the head, neck, and back to improve the flow of fluids in the central nervous system, relieving tension and pain.

Languages

English

Conditions We Treat

ADHD, ADD

ADHD, ADD

ADHD is a common mental health condition caused by dopamine imbalance. Common symptoms include inattention, hyperactivitiy, and impulsivity.

Anger

Anger

Although anger itself isn't a disorder, it can get out of hand. If this feeling interferes with your relationships and daily functioning, treatment can help.

Anxiety

Anxiety

Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.

Bipolar

Bipolar

This mental health condition is characterized by extreme mood swings between depression, mania, and remission.

Burnout

Burnout

Burnout entails mental and physical exhaustion, and leads to a severe lack of fulfillment. This condition is often caused by overwork.

Codependency

Codependency

Codependency is a pattern of emotional dependence and controlling behavior. It's most common among people with addicted loved ones.

Depression

Depression

Symptoms of depression may include fatigue, a sense of numbness, and loss of interest in activities. This condition can range from mild to severe.

Gambling

Gambling

Excessive, repetitive gambling causes financial and interpersonal problems. This addiction can interfere with work, friendships, and familial relationships.

Gaming

Gaming

Compulsive gaming is most often a problem for children and teens. The disorder can affect physical health, sleep, and the ability to focus at school.

Substances We Treat

Alcohol

Alcohol

Using alcohol as a coping mechanism, or drinking excessively throughout the week, signals an alcohol use disorder.

Benzodiazepines

Benzodiazepines

Benzodiazepines are prescribed to treat anxiety and sleep issues. They are highly habit forming, and their abuse can cause mood changes and poor judgement.

Chronic Relapse

Chronic Relapse

Consistent relapse occurs repeatedly, after partial recovery from addiction. This condition requires long-term treatment.

Co-Occurring Disorders

Co-Occurring Disorders

A person with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as addiction and depression, has co-occurring disorders also called dual diagnosis.

Cocaine

Cocaine

Cocaine is a stimulant with euphoric effects. Agitation, muscle ticks, psychosis, and heart issues are common symptoms of cocaine abuse.

Drug Addiction

Drug Addiction

Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.

Ecstasy

Ecstasy

Ecstasy is a stimulant that causes intense euphoria and heightened awareness. Abuse of this drug can trigger depression, insomnia, and memory problems.

Heroin

Heroin

Heroin is a highly addictive and illegal opioid. It can cause insomnia, collapsed veins, heart issues, and additional mental health issues.

Marijuana

Aftercare

Outpatient Treatment
Support Meetings
Relapse Prevention Planning
Aftercare App
Alumni Events & Get-Togethers
Alumni Reunions
Private, Online Alumni Groups
Professional Re-entry Support
Experience

Care Designed for Your Needs

Personal Amenities

Air-Conditioned Rooms
Housekeeping
Private or Shared Rooms
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Amenities

Pool
Access to Nature
Basketball Court
Business Center
Fitness Center
Gourmet Dining
Library
Outdoor Dining
Volleyball Court

Special Considerations

Family Program
Vegetarian
Kosher
Gender-specific groups

Gender-specific groups

Patients in gender-specific groups gain the opportunity to discuss challenges unique to their gender in a comfortable, safe setting conducive to healing.

LGBTQ group

LGBTQ group

Group therapy unites LGBTQ+ patients in a safe and culturally competent setting, encouraging peer support under the expert leadership of a therapist.

Wheelchair Accessible
First Responders Program

First Responders Program

Paramedics, police officers, firefighters, and others join in a specific First Responders program, usually focused on trauma, grief, and work-life balance.

Vegan
Gluten-Free

Activities

Yoga

Yoga

Yoga is both a physical and spiritual practice. It includes a flow of movement, breathing techniques, and meditation.

AA/NA Meetings
Games
Volleyball
Movies
Physical Fitness
Reading
Swimming

Off-Site Activities

Alternative Meetings
Adventure Outings
Museums
Hiking
AA/NA Meetings
Massage

Off-Site Amenities

Airport Transfers
Reviews

What people are saying

4.1
Average of 201 reviews

Treatment

4.4

Accommodations

4.3

Food & Nutrition

4.6

Value

4.4

L

Larry

Reviewed 10/06/23

5.0

Review from Rehabs.com

I went through Cottonwood in July, 2023. I had been through recovery centers twice before. The Cottonwood staff was professional and friendly at all times, and went out of their way to make my stay successful!
L

Lauren

Reviewed 04/07/21

3.0

Review from Rehabs.com

Cottonwood saved my life! I had the greatest therapist named Meridith Cohen. In one of our first meetings, I spent forty minutes absolutely sobbing in her office. She told me she loved me and then demonstrated it again and again over the next five weeks. She has an advanced expertise in recovery - both from personal experience as well as from years of professional experience. She genuinely cares about each and every one of her patients. Most importantly, she is both challenging and supportive while conveying her extensive knowledge base.
L

L.H.

Reviewed 12/19/19

1.0

Review from Rehabs.com

Cottonwood failed on every single level. There was no communication, the quality of therapists was exceedingly poor, the food was inedible, the activities and services promised no longer existed, the nurses were all new due to high staff turnover, they were understaffed and they told my daughter to leave on thanksgiving eve because she had been late to tow group sessions. She was put in isolation in the hospital unit over thanksgiving and treated with zero warmth, compassion or intelligence. The whole experience was damaging, hurtful and she left feeling rejected and traumatised after 32 days. How could a facility tell a patient to leave on the eve of a four day holiday?? The entire experience was a total nightmare. Strongly recommend you do not send a loved one there!
K

Kurt

Reviewed 04/01/21

5.0

Review from Rehabs.com

Cottonwood absolutely saved my life in 2007! Very simple... It was a life changing experience and the staff was amazing. This is not only a national gem but is internationally recognized as one of the best treatment options in the world.
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Lily

Reviewed 08/07/20

5.0

Review from Rehabs.com

Cottonwood saved my life. I felt safe and protected there. It gave me space to process trauma and provided an excellent program. I am five years clean and am very grateful for the opportunities it gave me

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Further Research

While costs may vary due to program length and insurance benefits, it typically costs $45,000/30 days.
The following therapies are included: acupuncture, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and more.
Tucson, Arizona, United States.
Cottonwood works with all major insurance programs and is in-network with Aetna, Beacon, Humana, Bright, and First Health. Submit your health insurance information for verification. All information is held confidential. We do not accept Medicaid or Medicare.
The typical length is 30-45 days.