The case manager people in general are very helpful and professional and hard workers on there job much appreciated there class are helpful on full recovery thank you much appreciated for the help your all awesome
About La Frontera Center
La Frontera Center is located in Tucson, Arizona. They have a wide variety of services for alcohol, drug, or mental health treatment. They also provide specialty programming for veterans, people with DUIs, and those with an opioid addiction. These options include inpatient and intensive outpatient programs and medication assisted treatment, also called MAT. Services are for adults although there are other La Frontera Centers that can assist families and children.
The inpatient program is a psychiatric hospitalization program if you have a serious mental illness. If you’re at risk from hurting yourself or others, you’ll have 24/7 supervision and support from a case management team. There’s also a residential program that can provide therapy with your family or in groups with your peers. They also offer classes to build up skills and help you train for a career.
If you don’t need 24/7 supervision, the intensive outpatient program might be a better fit. You’ll have some flexibility to set your hours and live at home. These programs are generally centered on therapy. Some classes are available in the evenings.
If you need help managing your withdrawals and cravings, there are meds that can be provided. In the medication assisted treatment program, Suboxone and methadone are used to help strengthen your recovery with controlled dosing. These treatments are used in conjunction with therapy.
Transportation and housing support may also be available if needed. They also have programs if you need help with a DUI, domestic violence, or family support.
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Andrew Durain
Reviewed on 03/21/2025
The case manager people in general are very helpful and professional and hard workers on there job much appreciated there class are helpful on full recovery thank you much appreciated for the help your all awesome
I love Lafrontera! I love my Peer Support Specialist Tracy P! I get great support here at Mtn My RA is number 1!
Response from the owner1 week ago
Thank you so much for taking the time to give us such a nice review. I will make sure the Tracy and the team hear. If you have any questions, please give me a call at 520-838-5558. ----Randy Van Nostrand, Customer Care
La Frontera is so far the best. I am attending their IOP program which is great. You get alot of support for your mental and substance abuse needs. I love that they have a pcp there for any medical needs you can see.A very professional setting with friendly employees. Riri at the front desk is always so helpful and always has a smile on her faceThe IOP facilitators are amazing! David, Ashley, and James rock! Always listen to you and support you 100%. Jenny the case manager is always on top of it checking up on you and making sure you got what you need.Briana the therapist is the best as well she really cares about you and your well being and I love that she listens and always has the best advice to give back. Overall the whole staff is amazing and I love the fact that If you need anything they always let you know they are there for you to reach out with no hesitation. Thank you guys for all you do.
Response from the owner1 week ago
Thank you so much for sharing your sucess, and giving our staff such kind words of praise. Your review will help others find the services they need. I will make sure the whole team hears your review! If you have any questions, please give me a call at 520-838-5558. ----Randy Van Nostrand, Customer Care 
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Other Forms of Payment
Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.
Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.
Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Outpatient Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
Treatments
Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.
Programs
Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
Clinical Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.
Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.
Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.
Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.
Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.
Nutrition therapy, aka medical nutrition therapy (MNT), is a way of treating physical, emotional, and medical conditions through diet. Specific dietary plans are designed by professional nutritionists or registered dietitians, and patients follow them in order to positively affect their physical and mental health.
Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.
Accreditations
The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.
CARF Accreditation: Yes
Contact Information
(520) 882-5145 
3620 North Mountain Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85719
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