Located in the McDowell Mountain Ranch community in Scottsdale, The Summit Sanctuary provides
holistic residential care for addiction and co-occurring mental health concerns. Their discreet treatment provides a rejuvenating experience for long-lasting healing. The Summit’s curated array of activities is meticulously designed to foster physical, mental, and emotional well-being in a serene setting.
The Summit’s experienced professionals blend evidence-based and holistic therapies in individual, group, and family settings. They help clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), bipolar disorder, and personality disorders. Their comprehensive approach not only addresses the underlying causes of addiction and mental health conditions but also empowers clients with coping skills for sustained recovery. The Summit uses evidence-based therapies such as integrated
dual diagnosis treatment (IDDT),
cognitive behavioral therapy (
CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (
DBT), contingency management, and medication management.
Highly personalized care, private bedrooms, and lavish accommodations provide a perfect healing space for executives and professionals. Their daily schedule is thoughtfully structured to maintain a balance between therapeutic sessions, fitness activities, and dedicated moments for self-reflection. The Summit’s program is highly confidential and tucked away in an upscale neighborhood in Scottsdale.
The Summit offers a unique desert experience for clients to heal. Beyond alleviating symptoms, they guide clients toward emotional well-being, enhanced coping skills, and a renewed sense of control. Their holistic therapies and activities include yoga, nutrition therapy, massage, art therapy, and equine therapy to promote self-discovery, trust, and emotional healing. Clients enjoy leisure time in the movie theater and pool. The Summit’s chefs collaborate with nutritionists to prepare exquisite and nutritionally balanced meals tailored to support the client’s wellness journey.
Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like The Summit Sanctuary provide structured pathways to evidence-based care.
Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)