Awaken to Healing in the Desert

Since humankind began recording its history, men and women have sought out the desert to heal themselves and to find themselves. Desert Star is such a place, specifically dedicated to healing addictions.

Desert Star is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a CARF Three-Year Accreditation for the following programs: Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient Drug and Other Addictions and Mental Health for Adults.

Click here to watch a video from KVOA news in which Desert Star staff members Tom Litwicki and Carol Ross are interviewed about "Virtual Addictions."

Our Philosophy

Addiction is "cunning, baffling and powerful".   Most people would recover on their own if they could.  But most find they need help and support. In order to seek and accept help, the sufferer needs to know, first, that they are talking with someone who completely understands. Secondly, that staff member needs to have the skill and compassion to guide them through the process of recovery.
 
Desert Star was created by people who have years of experience in recovery. They have studied, practiced and, in many cases, lived what works. Treatment programs at Desert Star are evidence-based. We have done the research.

Treatment at Desert Star

Desert Star's treatment philosophy revolves around the belief that every individual has, within themselves, the resources to recover from their addiction. At Desert Star, professional staff assist the individual to unlock these resources, using a combination of modalities that include 12-step work, psycho-education, motivational enhancement, cognitive behavioral therapies (examining one's belief systems and modes of thinking), Expressive Arts therapies, relapse prevention tools, trauma and grief work, coping methods, and stress reduction, along with an exploration of Mind/Body, spiritual needs and beliefs.

Our clients are encouraged to follow a program of recovery by understanding their addiction cycle and learning new skills to assist them to live a healthy and productive life in sobriety. Specialty programs and workshops are offered to enhance their life in recovery. Aftercare is available and strongly recommended by the program.

Desert Star's goal is to provide individualized addiction treatment. Treatment at Desert Star includes individual, group and family counseling. Desert Star offers both Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient Treatment programs. 
 

How do I get started?

Please call us at (520) 638-6000 and ask to speak with an Intake Counselor. This will be a completely confidential conversation, and your privacy is our highest priority. We adhere to all HIPAA standards and requirements.