
At a Glance
Location
6350 South Maple Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85283
Phone
480-345-5400Website
http://www.auroraarizona.comPrimary Focus
Treatment Settings
Treatment Approaches
Special Programs
About Aurora Behavioral Health System Tempe
Aurora Behavioral Health System Tempe combines medical detox, residential treatment, and comprehensive outpatient programs in a hospital setting. This addiction treatment center serves adolescents and adults throughout the recovery journey, from withdrawal management to intensive outpatient aftercare.
Aurora Behavioral Health System Tempe operates as a full-service hospital program at 6350 South Maple Street, providing medical detox and residential treatment alongside outpatient recovery services. Open 24 hours with Joint Commission accreditation, this facility combines medical expertise with behavioral health specialization under CEO Chelsea Vickers' leadership. The center treats both substance abuse and co-occurring mental health conditions, positioning itself as a comprehensive resource for individuals facing complex addiction challenges.
The recovery center offers medical detox services for alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, methamphetamine, cocaine, and other substances, transitioning clients through residential treatment to outpatient programs and intensive outpatient (IOP) care. This continuum approach allows individuals to step down through care levels while maintaining connection to the same treatment team and facility. The trauma-focused intensive outpatient program specifically addresses underlying trauma that often complicates addiction recovery.
Treatment approaches center on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) combined with specialized interventions including equine therapy and ECT treatment when appropriate. The facility maintains a specialized needs unit and offers chaplain services, recognizing that recovery involves addressing multiple dimensions of a person's life. This hospital-based model provides medical oversight throughout all levels of care, particularly valuable for clients with complex medical needs or psychiatric conditions.
Aurora Behavioral serves adolescents, men, and women, with specialized accommodations for deaf and hard of hearing individuals. The facility accepts Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, private insurance, and self-pay options, making treatment accessible across different financial situations. Located in Tempe's Maricopa County, this recovery center provides a structured foundation for both initial stabilization and ongoing recovery support within Arizona's addiction treatment landscape.
Medical Detox and Residential Treatment Services
Aurora Behavioral Health System Tempe provides medically supervised detox for alcohol addiction, opioid addiction, benzodiazepine addiction, methamphetamine addiction, cocaine addiction, and other substance dependencies. The hospital program operates 24 hours daily, ensuring continuous medical monitoring during withdrawal management and early recovery phases.
Following detox, clients can transition directly into residential treatment within the same facility, maintaining continuity with their treatment team. This seamless progression helps individuals build on the foundation established during medical stabilization while addressing underlying addiction patterns and co-occurring mental health conditions like depression, anxiety disorder, PTSD, and bipolar disorder.
Outpatient Programs and Aftercare
The recovery center's outpatient program and intensive outpatient (IOP) services provide ongoing support for individuals stepping down from residential treatment or entering recovery from the community. The trauma-focused intensive outpatient program specifically addresses psychological trauma and PTSD that frequently complicate addiction recovery.
These outpatient services utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a primary therapeutic method, helping clients develop practical skills for maintaining sobriety while managing daily responsibilities. The IOP structure allows individuals to participate in comprehensive treatment while gradually reintegrating into work, school, or family obligations.
Specialized Treatment Approaches
Aurora Behavioral incorporates equine therapy into its treatment programming, providing clients with experiential learning opportunities that build confidence and emotional regulation skills. The facility also offers ECT treatment for severe depression and other psychiatric conditions when clinically appropriate.
Chaplain services address spiritual dimensions of recovery, while the specialized needs unit accommodates individuals requiring additional support, including deaf and hard of hearing clients. This comprehensive approach recognizes that effective addiction treatment must address the full spectrum of factors contributing to substance abuse.
Insurance and Accessibility
The facility accepts Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, private insurance, and self-pay arrangements, making addiction treatment accessible across different financial situations. Joint Commission accreditation demonstrates the facility's commitment to maintaining high standards of care and safety.
Located on South Maple Street in Tempe, Aurora Behavioral serves Maricopa County residents seeking comprehensive addiction treatment within a hospital setting. The combination of medical expertise, psychiatric specialization, and addiction focus provides a robust foundation for individuals beginning or continuing their recovery journey.
Why Choose Aurora Behavioral Health System Tempe
- Hospital-based program combining medical detox with residential and outpatient levels of care under one roof
- Joint Commission accredited facility operating 24 hours with full medical oversight
- Trauma-focused intensive outpatient program specifically designed for complex addiction cases
- Specialized accommodations for deaf and hard of hearing individuals in recovery
- Comprehensive insurance acceptance including Medicaid, Medicare, and TRICARE for accessible care
Frequently Asked Questions
What levels of addiction treatment does Aurora Behavioral Tempe provide?
Aurora Behavioral offers medical detox, residential treatment, outpatient programs, and intensive outpatient (IOP) services. This allows clients to progress through different levels of care within the same facility as their recovery needs change.
Does the facility treat co-occurring mental health conditions alongside addiction?
Yes, Aurora Behavioral treats substance abuse alongside conditions including depression, anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, PTSD, schizophrenia, and suicidal ideation. The hospital program is equipped to address complex dual diagnosis cases requiring both psychiatric and addiction care.
What therapeutic approaches are used in treatment programs?
The recovery center utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), equine therapy, and trauma-focused intensive outpatient programming. ECT treatment is available when clinically appropriate for severe psychiatric conditions.
What substance addictions does Aurora Behavioral treat?
The facility provides treatment for alcohol addiction, opioid addiction, benzodiazepine addiction, methamphetamine addiction, cocaine addiction, marijuana addiction, and other substance dependencies including club drugs and synthetic cannabinoids.
Is Aurora Behavioral accessible to deaf and hard of hearing individuals?
Yes, Aurora Behavioral specifically accommodates deaf and hard of hearing individuals in their treatment programs. The facility has specialized capabilities to serve this population's unique communication needs during recovery.
What insurance plans does the facility accept?
Aurora Behavioral accepts Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, private insurance, and self-pay arrangements. The facility works with various payment methods to make addiction treatment accessible to different financial situations.
Does the facility treat adolescents as well as adults?
Yes, Aurora Behavioral serves adolescents, men, and women in their addiction treatment programs. The facility provides age-appropriate care for both teenage and adult populations struggling with substance abuse.
Is Aurora Behavioral accredited?
Aurora Behavioral Health System Tempe holds Joint Commission (JCAHO) accreditation, demonstrating compliance with national standards for healthcare quality and safety. The facility operates as a 24-hour hospital program with full medical oversight.
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