I can’t imagine a better experience. The welcome was consistent with the staff and participants. Without rigid structure there was a flow to the day and such caring and hard working upbeat staff that made everyday a great day. And that was inportant. I can go on and on ...
About Desert Recovery Centers
Desert Recovery Centers of Glendale, Arizona provides comprehensive treatment for individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. They are Joint Commission accredited. Most major insurance plans are accepted and a sliding fee scale and payment assistance may be available to those who qualify.
Individualized Treatment with a Range of Amenities
Services are designed for adults 18 and older with special programming in place to welcome members of the LGBTQ+ community. I think it’s important to note that they also treat sex and gambling addictions here. Individual, group, and family counseling is available through their intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization programs.
With an emphasis on individualized treatment, they focus on modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), 12 step facilitation, and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). Amenities such as basketball and tennis courts, a pool, a gym, and a massage room are provided. There’s also a strong alumni network and ongoing support after treatment.
Welcoming, Nonjudgmental Environment
I found positive reviews of the facility from former clients, with many praising the supportive staff and clinical team. They describe a welcoming, nonjudgemental atmosphere, and highlight the personalized care and genuine commitment to long term recovery.
Relaxation and Recreation in Glendale
Glendale is home to a number of outdoor spaces that may supplement your recovery journey. Thunderbird Conservation Park offers 1185 acres of space dedicated to preserving the local desert environment, with hiking trails suitable for those of all skill levels.
The Xeriscape Botanical Gardens showcases elements of the diverse desert landscape, providing an ideal place for relaxing contemplation and birdwatching. Sahuaro Ranch Park is a family friendly oasis of green space, featuring playgrounds, volleyball courts, and soccer fields, as well as the world’s first dog park.
Facility Overview
15 - 30 Avg Length of Stay in Days
Latest Reviews
At the Glendale facility, there was structure and a conducive environment to focus on recovery. It was good that the number of participants in each session was relatively small. I appreciated the family involvement and recreation. There were also weekend activities that allow you to take your mind off your issues briefly and foster healthy recovery. It’s not all about therapy, which I really liked.
Response from the owner1 week ago
Thank you for taking the time to share this feedback about the Glendale location. DRC puts real thought into how its programs are structured, and it is meaningful to hear that the environment and the balance of activities left a positive impression. The team there works hard to make sure the day-to-day experience feels thoughtful and well rounded, and feedback like this reflects the standard they hold themselves to. We appreciate you writing it.
My family decided to have me check in to this institution for my addiction problem. Glad I did. In really felt they took care of me and their therapy sessions really got to the heart of my addiction. I truly am grateful for them. I dont think i could have really gotten better without their help. I think it's a great facility and worth every penny.
Response from the owner1 week ago
Thank you for sharing this, David. Feedback like yours means a great deal to the people who work here, and it reflects the standard DRC holds itself to every day. The Glendale team puts real effort into making sure everyone who comes through the door is treated with care and respect, and that the work being done is meaningful. We appreciate you taking the time to write this out and for the kind words about the facility.
I recently graduated from DRC’s Residential Treatment Center, and if you’re reading reviews because you’re scared to take that first step, I want to give you an honest perspective from someone who has been on both sides. I’m a therapist, and after years of caring for everyone else, I found myself in severe AuDHD burnout needing help of my own. I wasn’t nervous about the beautiful house or amenities, I was nervous about the people. Staff can make or break treatment. The house is wonderful. It’s peaceful, comfortable, and full of extras like the arcade, pool, massage therapy, and chiropractic care that genuinely support recovery. But none of those things changed my life. The people did.
Blayne made one of the scariest phone calls of my life feel safe. After another facility made me feel like just another name, he immediately made me laugh and gave me hope I had found the right place. Dylan handled my intake with kindness and patience. You can tell he genuinely wants every person to feel seen and welcomed. Chris has one of the biggest hearts I’ve ever met. His groups are honest, practical, and grounded in real life. He meets people exactly where they are and creates a space where vulnerability feels safe. Alex consistently goes above and beyond. He notices the people who quietly need support before they even ask. His calm, secure presence made it easy to trust him. Rachel showed me kindness during one of my lowest moments. She sat with me and braided my hair when I felt completely alone. It may sound small, but those quiet acts of care become unforgettable when your nervous system doesn’t feel safe. Jamie has one of the warmest, calmest presences I’ve ever been around. Dr. Snell changed my life. She looked past my knowledge as a therapist and saw the person underneath it. She helped me understand what was keeping me stuck in active AuDHD burnout and, through both her clinical skill and humanity, helped me become present again. Bart reminded us that healing isn’t only found in therapy by filling the house with music and bringing everyone together.
John deserves his own paragraph. There were several nights I didn’t feel safe within myself. I couldn’t sleep, so I’d lay on the couch in the common area. John could have stayed in the office, but instead he chose to sit beside me. Not because he had to. Because he cared. He probably thought he was simply keeping someone company. For me, it was one of the first times in years I truly felt safe while falling apart. His quiet presence helped my nervous system believe I wasn’t alone, and I honestly believe those moments helped me begin integrating everything I was learning. I’ll never forget that. He also never failed to make me laugh.
Jason the director, impressed me every time I saw him. Even with everything on his plate, he somehow makes people feel like they matter. His passion for DRC is obvious. Adam works tirelessly behind the scenes, but he always made time to stop, sit down, and genuinely check in with me. That kind of intentional kindness says everything about who he is. Thank you as well to every group facilitator and every member of the nursing staff for your compassion and consistency. To every single person at DRC, thank you for helping me feel alive again after years of simply surviving.
You can know every coping skill and every piece of psychoeducation in the world, but if your nervous system doesn’t feel safe, you can’t truly integrate any of it. Every one of you helped create that safety. I left with more than knowledge. I left with hope, presence, and a version of myself I wasn’t sure I’d ever find again.
Thank you for giving me my life back.
Response from the owner1 week ago
Thank you for taking the time to write such a detailed and generous review. The staff members you named work hard every day, and it is meaningful to hear that their efforts left a real impression. DRC believes that the quality of care comes down to the people delivering it, and the team in Glendale takes that responsibility seriously. Hearing that so many individuals stood out speaks to something the whole staff works to build together. We are grateful for the kind words and will make sure they reach the people mentioned. 
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Other Forms of Payment
Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.
Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.
Financing your treatment can make treatment more accessible. You'll work with your care provider to set up payment plans, including interest rates and repayment timelines. Financing options vary widely and not all programs offer them, so be sure to get the full details before enrolling in treatment. If you have insurance or other benefits, financing may help you cover your remaining out of pocket expenses.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Inpatient rehab is designed primarily for persons in early recovery and those who are exiting detox programs. It's ideal for clients in crisis or at an elevated risk of relapse. Inpatient treatment centers provide housing and meals, allowing clients to focus on their recovery away from distractions and addiction triggers. Clients engage in intensive psychotherapy, and many inpatient programs feature recovery-focused life skills training and/or complementary therapies like meditation, creative arts therapy, and other holistic treatments.
A partial hospitalization program (PHP) offers a short-term alternative to inpatient treatment or a step-down option after a residential program. With PHP treatment, you'll receive 6 to 8 hours of daily support, up to 5 days a week. The duration of a partial hospitalization program can vary with the average length being 90 days. While commuting is necessary, some programs also offer telehealth options. PHP treatment is often covered by insurance and typically offers medication management, relapse prevention techniques, and behavioral therapy.
Intensive inpatient programs (IOP) offer high-level support for clients in early recovery, those exiting detox or inpatient rehabs, and those at an elevated risk of relapse. Intensive outpatient treatment typically includes rigorous individual, group, and family counseling. Evidence-based complementary therapies, such as acupuncture and massage, are widely available. Medication assisted treatment (MAT) may be provided. Clients in IOP receive a minimum of nine hours of treatment per week but may engage in up to 20 treatment hours weekly.
Many clients who enroll in an outpatient rehab program are exiting intensive inpatient care and no longer require such high-level clinical supervision. Outpatient programs typically follow a step-down structure, with treatment frequency and intensity decreasing as clients progress in their recovery journey. Partial hospitalization (PHP) and intensive outpatient (IOP) levels of care are the most time-intensive and are designed primarily for clients who have just left inpatient treatment or who are at an elevated risk of relapse.
Treatments
Alcohol use disorder (AUD), also referred to as alcoholism and alcohol addiction, is a chronic condition that involves craving alcohol and an inability to control drinking. A person with AUD must drink greater and greater amounts of alcohol to achieve the same effects and experiences withdrawal symptoms if they stop drinking alcohol. Several evidence-based methods are available to treat AUD through alcohol rehab in Arizona. This treatment can occur on an outpatient or inpatient basis.
Drug rehab in Arizona is the process of treating individuals who are dependent on a particular addictive drug. Because addiction is complex, this treatment typically includes a variety of interventions that address the many physical and emotional issues involved.
Dual-diagnosis addiction treatment in Arizona provides integrated care for individuals with co-occurring substance use disorders and mental health conditions. Services may include medically assisted detox, 12-Step recovery, intensive outpatient programs, and aftercare support. Addiction experts use evidence-based therapies, like cognitive behavioral therapy, or dialectical behavioral therapy, and trauma-focused therapy, to simultaneously address substance use and mental health disorders. This comprehensive approach to treatment helps to ensure sustained recovery.
Treatment for addiction includes mental health services that are provided while during your stay at the facility. This may be a hospital, clinic, or a luxury treatment center setting. You receive 24-hour support and monitoring by mental health counselors and clinical staff. Most inpatient programs last 30 days, but some can last for two months or longer. Mental health is addressed during treatment via group and individual counseling, addiction education programming, and often recreational activities.
Clinical Services
Also known as CBT, cognitive behavioral therapy in Arizona is one of the most common types of psychotherapy. It offers a structured method of counseling that effectively treats substance use disorder and dual diagnosis disorders.
Dialectical behavior therapy in Arizona focuses on acceptance of your reality and behaviors while also attempting to make changes in unhealthy behaviors. It has been shown to be effective for the treatment of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and substance use disorder.
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Accreditations
The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.
Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes
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Contact Information
8105 W Frier Dr, Glendale, AZ 85303
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