Types of Behavioral Health Facilities in Arizona
1. AHCCCS-Contracted Regional Behavioral Health Authorities (RBHAs)
Administered through Arizona’s Medicaid system, these facilities provide:
Crisis stabilization via statewide 24/7 hotlines and mobile response teams
Serious Mental Illness (SMI) programs for schizophrenia, bipolar I, and major depressive disorders
Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) treatment with medication-assisted therapy (MAT)
Service Areas:
Region | Provider |
North | Arizona Complete Health |
Central | Mercy Care |
South | Arizona Complete Health |
2. Residential Treatment Centers
Luxury facilities like The Hope House and Vogue Recovery Center offer:
30-90 day inpatient programs with 24/7 medical supervision
Dual diagnosis treatment for co-occurring addiction and mental health conditions
Trauma-informed care using EMDR and somatic therapies
Capacity: Average 10-30 clients per facility, with 78 state-recognized residential centers.
3. Outpatient Programs
Structured tiers for gradual reintegration:
Partial Hospitalization (PHP): 6-hour daily sessions for severe cases
Intensive Outpatient (IOP): 3-4 weekly sessions focusing on relapse prevention
Traditional Outpatient: 1-3 weekly maintenance sessions
4. Crisis Intervention Services
Statewide vendor Crisis Response Network handles:
5. Tribal/Regional Authorities
Culturally tailored services for Indigenous populations through:
Common Conditions Treated
Mental Health Disorders
Depression: 1.03M Arizona adults experience symptoms annually, with 57.8% of affected youth untreated.
Anxiety Disorders: Treated via CBT and mindfulness-based stress reduction.
PTSD: Specialized programs at Sequoia Behavioral Health use neurofeedback and exposure therapy.
Bipolar Disorder: Medication management combined with DBT skills training.
Schizophrenia: Long-acting injectables and psychosocial rehabilitation.
Substance Use Disorders
Opioids: 1,927 fatal overdoses in 2022; treated with buprenorphine/naltrexone.
Methamphetamine: #1 drug threat in Arizona, addressed through contingency management.
Alcohol: 30.5% of 18-25 year olds binge drink; treated with acamprosate and family therapy.
Polysubstance Abuse: 42% of 2022 overdoses involved multiple drugs.
Dual Diagnosis
48% of addiction patients have co-occurring mental health conditions treated through:
Treatment Modalities and Evidence-Based Approaches
Method | Application | Success Factors |
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) | Identifies addiction triggers and negative thought patterns | 77% symptom reduction in depression |
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) | Manages borderline personality disorder and self-harm | 68% lower readmission rates |
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) | Uses naltrexone for alcohol, buprenorphine for opioids | 50% higher retention vs. placebo |
Holistic Therapies | Yoga, art therapy, and equine-assisted activities | 35% improved coping skills |
12-Step Integration | AA/NA meetings combined with clinical care | 40% higher 1-year sobriety rates |
Key Success Metrics
Arizona facilities report:
50-65% sustained recovery rates for residential programs
78% depression symptom reduction when combining therapy + medication
92% patient satisfaction at trauma-focused centers
Factors Influencing Outcomes:
Program duration (90-day stays have 2x success of 30-day programs)
Aftercare planning (6-month follow-ups reduce relapse by 40%)
Staff credentials (Masters-level clinicians improve outcomes by 28%)
Arizona-Specific Challenges and Innovations
Rural Access: Telehealth adoption increased 300% since 2022 for remote counties
Fentanyl Crisis: Narcan distribution up 42% in Maricopa County (2022-2025)
Workforce Development: 28% increase in peer support specialists since Medicaid expansion
With tailored programs addressing everything from methamphetamine addiction to treatment-resistant depression, Arizona’s behavioral health system combines medical rigor with compassionate care. Those seeking help should prioritize facilities offering individualized treatment plans, verified success metrics, and AHCCCS compatibility to ensure sustainable recovery.
