Desert Star

7493 North Oracle Road, Tucson, AZ 85704

2 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

About Desert Star

Desert Star Addiction Recovery Center treats drug and alcohol addiction, co-occurring disorders, relationship issues, gender-specific issues, sexual compulsivity, young adult challenges, eating disorders, PTSD, depression, anxiety, and trauma. They offer individualized treatment plans with varying support levels, including day treatment and intensive outpatient.
They provide individualized treatment plans, allowing the combination of groups from different programs to suit specific requirements. The center offers various levels of structure and support, including partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and once-weekly outpatient groups. To accommodate clients' schedules, Desert Star ARC provides a hybrid option of in-person and telehealth services.
Currently, the center offers 3 options for outpatient group therapy. The Emotional Wellbeing group focuses on primary mental health recovery, offering coping skills for depression, anxiety, trauma, and overall emotional stability. This group meets virtually on Thursdays from 6-9 pm. The Healthy Intimacy group, which is gender-specific for women, addresses struggles with relationships and intimacy issues, meeting virtually on Tuesdays from 6-9 pm. The Men and Relationships group, designed for men, tackles relationship struggles, connection with others, and sex/love addiction, meeting virtually on Wednesdays from 6-9 pm.

Who This Center Serves

Men Women Young Adults LGBTQ+

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Outpatient Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization Intensive outpatient treatment Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment Regular outpatient treatment
Buprenorphine used in Treatment Naltrexone used in Treatment
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder
In-network prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Prescribes naltrexone Relapse prevention with naltrexone Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere Lofexidine or Clonidine detoxification
Disulfiram Buprenorphine with naloxone Naltrexone (oral) Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable) Clonidine Medication for mental disorders
Cognitive behavioral therapy Motivational interviewing Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Trauma-related counseling Telemedicine/telehealth therapy 12-step facilitation
Private for-profit organization
State department of health Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) Private health insurance Cash or self-payment
Young adults Adult women Adult men Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients who have experienced sexual abuse Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence
Comprehensive mental health assessment Comprehensive substance use assessment Interim services for clients Outreach to persons in the community Screening for substance use Screening for mental disorders
Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education Outcome follow-up after discharge
Self-help groups Mentoring/peer support
Treatment for other addiction disorder
Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis Substance use disorder education Individual counseling Group counseling Family counseling
Smoking permitted in designated area
Young Adults Adults
Female Male
Vaping permitted in designated area
Case management service Domestic violence services, including family or partner Mental health services Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at Desert Star

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 30 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Contact Information

7493 North Oracle Road, Suite 203, Tucson, AZ, 85704

Quick Facts

Program30 days
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Insurance24 accepted

Free 24/7 Helpline

(833) 567-5838

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Holistic Individual Treatment Twelve Step

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Opioids Prescription Drugs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Desert Star accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Desert Star offers Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in AZ or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 30 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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Information last verified: April 2026 · Data sourced from SAMHSA
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