Sedona Sky Academy: Residential Treatment Rehab Center for Adolescents

3090 E. Coronado Trail
Rimrock, AZ 86335

Sedona Sky Academy AZ 86335

About Sedona Sky Academy: Residential Treatment Rehab Center for Adolescents

Sedona Sky Academy, in Rimrock, Arizona, offers comprehensive mental and behavioral health care for girls aged 8 to 17, including specialized programming for clients with co-occurring disorders. They provide intensive residential treatment and aftercare planning, with support based on the SMART Recovery model.

Their residential program enables girls to focus on their recovery in a highly structured and supportive environment. Premium amenities include modern dormitories, a scenic campus featuring hiking trails, and a central location near Flagstaff and the Grand Canyon. Clients engage in intensive individual, group, and family counseling drawing on proven modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing. They also engage in age and gender-specific, recovery-focused life-skills training that addresses topics such as coping and self-care. An array of evidence-based complementary therapies is available, including equine therapy, recreational therapy, and adventure therapy. Clients pursue their academic and vocational training at the accredited and acclaimed onsite day school.

Their aftercare services enable a complete continuum of care, supporting clients’ successful reintegration into their home, school, and community following the competition of the residential program.

Sedona Sky Academy is licensed by the state of Arizona and accredited by The Joint Commission and others.

Sedona Sky Academy works with major insurance providers, including Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Anthem, Cigna, and United Healthcare. Contact your provider to verify coverage, because out of network benefits can vary.

Latest Reviews

teagan
1 month ago on Google
1
do not trust this place.
Deborah Woodyard
2 months ago on Google
5
The new owners of the Sedona Sky Academy are working hard every day to make a good place great. As a consultant in behavioral health, I know first-hand that they have a caring program, the students look happy, and the facility is nice. The academy is located on a beautiful 28-acre campus near Sedona with equine therapy, a mountain creek that runs through the property, and plenty of outdoor space to play. With onsite school, help with behavioral health, loving staff, and the beauty of nature, this place is a kids dream.
Stacy Gendreau
3 months ago on Google
5
My daughter was spiraling downward and we had very few options left. SSA accepted her on short notice. We were hesitant but hopeful, and 6 months later she is home and doing better than I could have imagined. The staff has been amazing; frequent communication and to have the open door policy to visit was such a change from her former RTC. It's only been a few weeks since graduating the program but she is doing well. I am thankful for their work with her and recommend for parents and girls who ate struggling.

Location

Accepted Insurance

Sedona Sky Academy: Residential Treatment Rehab Center for Adolescents works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

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.

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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

outpatient iconOutpatient
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.
inpatient iconInpatient
Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.
intensive-outpatient iconIntensive Outpatient
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.
aftercare iconAftercare
sober-living iconSober Living Homes
If you're struggling with adjusting to daily life after inpatient rehab, a sober living home in Arizona may be a good option. These residences offer an in-between option where you can practice the skills you learned in rehab in a structured, drug-free environment. This transition can help you prepare to face the "real world" after treatment. You'll live with others in recovery and follow house rules such as contributing to chores and paying rent.
heart-hands iconIntervention Services
If a person denies their substance abuse behavior when confronted one-on-one, a drug intervention in Arizona may be necessary. An intervention may be formally planned with intervention services from a professional who can guide loved ones through this process. The intervention involves confronting someone with how their drinking or drug use has affected themselves and everyone around them and encourages them to get treatment.

Treatments

The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.

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.

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.

A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.

Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.

Programs

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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.
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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.

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.

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.

Residents of Arizona who are experiencing relationship problems may benefit from couples therapy. This form of psychotherapy helps couples express their feelings, resolve conflicts, and increase intimacy and affection.

EMDR is a therapeutic modality originally developed to help process trauma. In an EMDR session, a patient is prompted to undergo eye movements that mimic those of REM sleep. This is accomplished by watching a therapist's finger move back and forth across, or following a bar of light. The goal is repetitive sets of eye movements that help the brain reprocess memory, which can significantly reduce the intensity of remembered traumatic incidents. Associated memories can heal simultaneously, leaving patients significantly calmer, more stable, and more emotionally relaxed.

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.

The active interventions of experiential therapy help you cope with past hurts and difficult memories. They allow you to release negative emotions and change your personal interactions. This type of treatment in Arizona can be helpful for drug addiction, compulsive behaviors, and behavioral disorders.

Amenities

  • ocean iconOceanfront Views
  • basketball iconBasketball Court
  • recreation iconRecreation Room
  • weight iconGym
  • spa2 iconYoga Studio
  • massage iconMassage Room
  • acupuncture iconAcupuncture Room
  • luxury iconLuxury Accommodations
  • home-setting iconResidential Setting
  • private-room iconPrivate Rooms
  • hiking iconHiking
  • mountain iconMountain Views
  • hiking-poles iconWalking Trails
  • wilderness iconWilderness Setting
  • tennis iconTennis Court

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

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
Accreditation Number: 586503

Contact Information

Phone icon (928) 371-2345
Building icon

3090 E. Coronado Trail
Rimrock, AZ 86335

Fact checked and written by:
Terri Beth Miller, PhD
Edited by:
Kerry Nenn, BSW

Reviews of Sedona Sky Academy: Residential Treatment Rehab Center for Adolescents

3.48/5 (117 reviews)
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5
Sedona Sky Academy Review

Wonderful mental health facility. The staff is warm and welcoming while very professional. Realistic expectations and support. It’s hard to trust a loved one in others hands but sometimes you have no choice and this is a beautiful residence.

L S.
Reviewed on 12/23/2023
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Do not send your child here. 16 years later I am STILL dealing with the trauma I went through at this place. I was sent here for skipping school & having an attitude, I was 17 & my parents had the money. The kidnapping at night in itself is horrendous. But the way you are tr ... Read More

Reviewed on 1/5/2023
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I was forced to attend this facility in 2010. It was incredibly traumatic. I was sixteen at the time and I am now twenty-five and I still deal with the trauma. I did not go there for drug or alcohol abuse but I was sent there for being a “troubled” teenager. Basically I ... Read More

Reviewed on 3/26/2019
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3.5 (113 reviews)
teagan
1 month ago
1

do not trust this place.

Deborah Woodyard
2 months ago
5

The new owners of the Sedona Sky Academy are working hard every day to make a good place great. As a consultant in behavioral health, I know first-hand that they have a caring program, the students look happy, and the facility is nice. The academy is located on a beautiful 28-acre campus near Sedona with equine therapy, a mountain creek that runs through the property, and plenty of outdoor space to play. With onsite school, help with behavioral health, loving staff, and the beauty of nature, this place is a kids dream.

Stacy Gendreau
3 months ago
5

My daughter was spiraling downward and we had very few options left. SSA accepted her on short notice. We were hesitant but hopeful, and 6 months later she is home and doing better than I could have imagined. The staff has been amazing; frequent communication and to have the open door policy to visit was such a change from her former RTC. It's only been a few weeks since graduating the program but she is doing well. I am thankful for their work with her and recommend for parents and girls who ate struggling.

Matthew Henslee
3 months ago
1

Terrible follow up, no meds, no aftercare, no calls, nothing, no belongings returned, not once could I get their physician to approve any of my daughters meds.

Taylor Ritter
3 months ago
1

Dear parents, the best thing you can do for your troubled children is take them to a hospital! Please get professional help for your children.

Rosie J.
4 months ago
1

Katharyn
5 months ago
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nathan treitel
5 months ago
5

Response from the owner1 year ago
Thank you for leaving us five-stars, Nathan! We appreciate you going out of your way to give us a review, thanks so much!
Dan
6 months ago
5

Sedona SKY Academy is under new ownership and I am very impressed with their nurturing and supportive environment. A lot of the students come to the academy after they have experienced extreme trauma, and majority of their tuition is paid by their insurance company. It is an all-girls academy, they live on campus and attend year round school.

Anastasia S
6 months ago
1

Zoe Judson
6 months ago
1

Any 5 star review is fake or written by parents who are brainwashed and blinded by the program. They frequently get rid of their negative reviews and pressure as many people as possible to write positive reviews. I ve been out of the program for 4 years now and I can honestly say Sedona Sky Academy is a money hungry organization that isolates your daughter from society, breaks her down until she is compliant (no matter what it takes), and grows the gap between families. Their goal is not to get your daughter home, but to drain your pockets and keep her there. I and girls I attended SSA with experienced psychological abuse, manipulation, and bullying at the hands of the therapists, teachers, and other staff. If you love your daughter and want to see her get better, these programs are not the route you want to take.

Lexie
7 months ago
1

They removed my review. All the 5 star reviews are fake. This program is based on Synanon cult-founded attack therapy that only traumatizes those involved. They force you to say the program is working and torture you. I have never gotten over the trauma this truly evil place gave me. The owners, therapists and staff better hope there is no Hell after this life. If you send your kid here, you do not deserve them. Get yourself fixed and do not have any more kids because you do not love them if you send them here.

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