Our Treatments

Evidence-Based Treatment Therapies

Every protocol is grounded in peer-reviewed clinical research. Our therapeutic modalities address the whole person, mind, body, and spirit.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Identifies and changes negative thought patterns and behaviors. CBT is one of the most extensively researched therapies for both mental health and addiction.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Teaches mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Particularly effective for borderline personality disorder and emotional dysregulation.

EMDR

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing helps process traumatic memories and reduce their emotional impact. Highly effective for PTSD and trauma.

Trauma Therapy

Specialized approaches including somatic experiencing, trauma-focused CBT, and narrative therapy to help process and heal from traumatic experiences.

Dual Diagnosis Treatment

Integrated treatment for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Treating both conditions simultaneously leads to significantly better outcomes.

Holistic Therapies

Yoga, mindfulness meditation, art therapy, music therapy, breathwork, massage, nutrition counseling, and biofeedback/neurofeedback.

SoftWave Therapy

Advanced tissue regeneration technology using unfocused shockwave therapy to reduce pain, decrease inflammation, and accelerate the body's natural healing process.

BridgeWork™

Our proprietary clinical psychologist-led skill integration program. Brief structured sessions that bridge the gap between therapeutic insight and real-world application.

Levels of Care

Overview of DRC's Levels of Care

Our Approach

How Treatment Is Individualized at DRC

What Are the 12 Steps?

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What therapies does Desert Recovery Centers use?

Desert Recovery Centers uses evidence-based therapies including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), EMDR, trauma-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, medication management, holistic therapies, and 12-step facilitation.

What is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?

CBT is an evidence-based therapy that helps clients identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to addiction and mental health conditions. It is one of the most researched and effective therapeutic approaches.

What is dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)?

DBT is an evidence-based therapy originally developed for borderline personality disorder that teaches mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. It is effective for a wide range of mental health and addiction conditions.

What is EMDR therapy?

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy for trauma and PTSD. It uses bilateral stimulation to help the brain process and reframe traumatic memories, reducing their emotional impact.

What is dual diagnosis treatment?

Dual diagnosis treatment simultaneously addresses both a substance use disorder and a co-occurring mental health condition. Desert Recovery Centers specializes in integrated dual-diagnosis care at all three Arizona locations.

Your Recovery Starts With One Call

Our admissions team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Whether you're ready to start treatment or just have questions, we're here for you.

Most clients begin treatment within 48 hours of their first call.

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