The Sanctuary at Sedona

The residential program is intentionally small

The provider overview describes a fourteen-resident program on a twenty-two-acre campus outside Sedona. The Sanctuary combines psychological treatment with a range of complementary and wellness services in a non-12-step setting. Several senior staff members are described as living on the property.

The small residential setting is a feature of the service, while the actual care plan still needs to identify the professionals, appointments, and support appropriate to the individual. The provider emphasizes individualized schedules and a thirty-day starting format. Its broad marketing claims about complete recovery or transformation are not an individual prognosis. A useful comparison should focus on the clinical assessment, the selected therapies, medical suitability, and continuing-care arrangements. Someone considering the program can discuss previous care and which parts of the approach they are comfortable exploring. The practical question is how the proposed stay addresses that person’s needs, with an understandable plan for reviewing progress and preparing to leave.

Admission includes screening and any necessary detox arrangements

The admissions page describes an initial conversation followed by a telephone screening, with clinical consultation when needed. The team asks about current concerns, substance use, psychiatric and treatment history, medications, and other health conditions.

The Sanctuary explicitly states that it does not provide medical detoxification and can help arrange an appropriate outside facility. Medical records and detox clearance, when applicable, are requested before arrival. The residential program starts at thirty days, with forty-five- and sixty-day options described. Once a suitable admission date is agreed, the provider lists a $5,000 deposit to reserve a private room. Confirm the total price, deposit terms, required documents, and travel arrangements in writing. The starting service should reflect the clinical assessment rather than an assumption that withdrawal care is included on campus. A person needing medical stabilization should have that care arranged before entering the residential program.

Clinical suitability depends on being medically stable

The FAQ describes the program as appropriate for adults who are medically stable and able to take responsibility for themselves during the stay. It states that residents are not medically monitored, while staff are present and available for support.

This distinction is important when interpreting the residential setting. Availability of staff and scheduled clinical appointments should not be assumed to provide the monitoring of a medical detoxification unit or acute hospital. The admission assessment should establish whether the person’s current needs can be supported and whether additional care is required elsewhere. The FAQ also allows phone and laptop use when it does not interfere with the program. Before arrival, discuss the support needed between appointments, medication arrangements, and any essential contact or work responsibilities. The individual’s plan should make these boundaries clear, including whom to approach if health needs change and how any outside medical care would be coordinated.

Accommodation consists of private rooms with separate bathrooms

The accommodation guide describes single rooms with queen-size beds, private bathrooms, individual temperature control, and separate entrances opening onto the grounds. The provider also lists a landline, Wi-Fi, linens, storage, and ordinary technology facilities.

Private sleeping space does not mean the whole program is conducted alone: meals, groups, and other activities form part of the residential community. A prospective resident should confirm the particular room, accessibility, and any personal requirements before booking. The guide lists an on-site chef, fitness facilities, walking paths, and outdoor sitting areas as shared amenities. Someone with mobility needs, dietary requirements, or a specific sleeping arrangement can discuss those details with admissions. The room and grounds contribute to daily comfort, while the actual therapeutic schedule and clinical support remain separate parts of the decision. The written proposal should explain the accommodation included for the planned period and any circumstances that could require a change.

The daily schedule includes both clinical and complementary sessions

The schedule overview describes a structured day adapted to each resident. It includes individual appointments, group work, yoga, meditation, nutrition-related sessions, bodywork, and other selected activities. Evening examples include videos, group gatherings, and time for rest.

The provider says a daily individual appointment may be with different types of practitioners, including a therapist, psychiatrist, counselor, or complementary practitioner. That should not be read as a daily psychiatric consultation or an identical number of psychotherapy hours for every person. Request a sample timetable showing the services proposed, their frequency, and the qualifications of those delivering them. The schedule also includes time for exercise or hiking when appropriate. Someone with preferences or concerns about spiritual or complementary activities can discuss those before admission. The useful detail is how the planned day connects with the individual’s goals and clinical needs, including adequate rest and support between sessions.

The program highlights should be translated into a personal care plan

The program highlights advertise more than 160 hours of clinical treatment, individual and group work, and medical or psychiatric consultation. They also describe nutrition, practical skills, and a broad range of complementary services.

A total-hours claim does not show which services one resident will receive or how the provider classifies each activity. The individual plan should identify the clinical appointments, group sessions, supportive activities, and any optional components. Published psychotherapy options include cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and acceptance and commitment therapy, alongside approaches with different purposes and evidence bases. Ask how the selected methods relate to the person’s concerns and who reviews their use. Claims about brain repair, detoxification protocols, or other biological effects should not substitute for a clear medical explanation from an appropriately qualified clinician. The decision should rest on the proposed care and its suitability, rather than the size of the advertised service list.

The grounds provide space for movement and shared activities

The facility guide describes a fitness center with Pilates equipment, exercise machines, free weights, and cardiovascular equipment. Other spaces include walking areas, a labyrinth, a garden, an activities center, dining areas, and a meditation room.

These are features of the campus environment. Participation in exercise or other activities should reflect the person’s health, interests, and agreed plan. The guide also describes spiritual and ceremonial spaces, which prospective residents may wish to discuss when deciding whether the setting fits their preferences. Shared meals and gathering areas form part of the community routine, while quieter spaces allow time between appointments. Confirm accessibility, the current activities offered, and how the team accommodates personal needs. The physical setting should be considered alongside the clinical program, not used as evidence that a particular treatment will work. A clear daily plan helps explain how residents actually use the facilities during the stay.

The staff directory distinguishes clinical leadership from complementary roles

The team directory names Mary L. Delduca, MD, as medical director and psychiatrist, alongside licensed counseling and social-work professionals, nursing, nutrition, naturopathic, complementary, and support roles. Dean Taraborelli is listed as founder and administrator, and Kelley Alexander as program director.

The page says complementary practitioners work with oversight from a licensed behavioral-health professional. That describes the provider’s organizational model; it does not make every activity equivalent to medical or psychological treatment. The admission plan should identify the professionals assigned to the individual, who leads the clinical work, and how concerns are escalated. Someone with an existing psychiatrist or therapist can ask how records and recommendations will be coordinated with permission. The staff listing is a useful starting point, but the actual appointment arrangement, professional responsibilities, and support hours should be confirmed for the proposed stay rather than inferred from the size of the team.

Family involvement may include joint sessions and a campus stay

The couples and family service describes experiential work on communication, relationships, boundaries, and plans for continuing recovery. The provider says family members may sometimes stay on campus and participate in individual or family sessions.

This is an arrangement to discuss, not a guarantee that accommodation or unrestricted visits are included for every relative. The resident and clinical team should agree who participates, the purpose of sessions, and the information that can be shared. Family work may involve a partner or other important supporters, depending on the person’s circumstances. Clarify the timing, length, cost, and practical arrangements before relatives make travel plans. The program can also consider what happens after the resident returns home, including expectations, ongoing therapy, and support outside the family. A specific plan makes involvement more useful than assuming that simply being present on campus provides the same benefit as guided therapeutic work.

Recovery coaching focuses on practical life after treatment

The coaching description presents coaches as guides who help with everyday goals and the transition out of residential care. Published topics include routines, relationships, work, identifying difficult situations, and finding appropriate resources.

The provider distinguishes the coaching role from that of a doctor or therapist. That separation should also be clear in the person’s continuing-care plan. A coach may help organize practical steps, while medical prescribing and psychotherapy remain with appropriately qualified professionals. Before arranging the service, confirm the coach, frequency of contact, availability, goals, and fees. Broad descriptions of support should not be assumed to mean continuous personal attendance or emergency clinical coverage. The plan can identify how coaching complements the other appointments and community supports the person will use after leaving Sedona. This is particularly relevant when returning to work or a household where the circumstances differ from those of the residential setting.

Alumni activities offer a continuing community connection

The alumni program page describes a staff-facilitated Zoom support call on Saturday mornings and opportunities for alumni to join Sunday activities and meals on campus. These provide ways to remain connected after the residential stay.

The current schedule, eligibility, and access arrangements should be confirmed with the alumni team. Someone living far from Arizona may use the online option while arranging clinical support closer to home. Alumni gatherings and shared activities have a different role from scheduled medical care or psychotherapy, so the discharge plan should make each part clear. The resident can discuss how to maintain contact, what support is available between events, and which services require a separate arrangement. A useful transition plan combines the appropriate professional appointments with practical routines and any community connection the individual wishes to continue. Attendance at an alumni event should not be treated as a substitute for care needed for changing symptoms or health concerns.

Current payment pages require direct clarification about insurance

The dedicated payment page says treatment can be paid directly by cash, major credit card, or wire transfer and states that the provider does not accept medical insurance. This differs from references elsewhere on the site to limited out-of-network coverage.

Because the provider’s own wording differs, obtain written confirmation of the current payment arrangement before relying on insurance or possible reimbursement. The quotation should identify the total residential charge, deposit, agreed duration, included services, and any separate costs. It should also explain how extensions, external detoxification, additional clinical care, or family accommodation are handled. Financing, if available, is a separate agreement with its own terms and eligibility; it should not be assumed to reduce the treatment price. The most useful comparison is the actual personal cost for the proposed course, with the provider and any insurer confirming their respective responsibilities before admission.

Source check: October 18, 2026, for the additional provider details above.