Sober Nation lists 4 treatment centers in Safford, Arizona, a small city in southeastern Arizona within Graham County, not far from the New Mexico border. Treatment services here are centered on outpatient care and counseling, with providers offering substance abuse treatment and behavioral health support to those seeking recovery.
Levels of Care in Safford
All 4 centers in Safford offer substance abuse counseling and outpatient treatment. Here's what you can expect to find:
Outpatient treatment: 4 centers provide regular outpatient services, meaning clients attend sessions and return home the same day.
Counseling: All 4 centers offer individual and group counseling; all 4 also provide brief intervention and motivational interviewing to help identify barriers and build motivation for change.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT): 3 centers offer CBT, a skills-based approach to managing cravings and building recovery habits.
Additional support: All 4 centers provide case management, housing services, and transportation assistance to remove barriers to attendance.
If you're looking for residential inpatient treatment, medical detoxification, medication-assisted treatment (such as buprenorphine or methadone), or intensive outpatient programming (IOP), contact the centers directly to confirm availability or explore options in larger nearby cities. All 4 centers treat both men and women. Services for the deaf and hard of hearing are available at all 4 locations; Spanish language services are available at 3.
Paying for Rehab in Safford
Most treatment centers in Safford accept multiple payment methods. Here's what's available:
Medicaid: All 4 centers accept Medicaid, the state and federal health program for low-income individuals.
State-financed health insurance: All 4 centers accept Arizona's state-financed health insurance plans beyond Medicaid.
Medicare: 3 centers accept Medicare for those 65 and older or with certain disabilities.
Private payment: 3 centers accept cash or self-payment for those without insurance.
For details on Arizona Medicaid coverage, substance use treatment programs, and state-funded recovery resources, see the Arizona rehab guide.
Traveling for Treatment and Nearby Options
Safford's 4 centers may not have every level of care you need. If you're willing to travel or prefer to explore more options, larger Arizona cities nearby include:
Phoenix (80 centers) is the state capital and largest city in Arizona, a couple hours west.
Tucson (65 centers) is Arizona's second-largest city, an hour and a half south.
Many treatment centers also offer telehealth appointments, which can provide regular counseling and check-ins from home when travel isn't an option.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do all 4 treatment centers in Safford accept Medicaid?+
Yes. All 4 centers in Safford's directory accept Medicaid, making treatment accessible to those enrolled in the state's health insurance program. Each center may offer different services or specialties, so it's worth calling to confirm which one best fits your needs.
What if I need residential or inpatient treatment?+
The 4 centers in Safford focus on outpatient care. If you need residential inpatient treatment or medical detoxification, call the Safford centers to ask about referrals, or consider reaching out to treatment centers in Phoenix (80 centers), Tucson (65 centers), or Mesa (25 centers) for a wider range of levels of care.
Are there treatment options if I can't travel to Safford?+
Yes. Many treatment centers nationwide, including those in Arizona, now offer telehealth counseling and check-ins via phone or video. Ask the Safford centers if they provide remote sessions, or search for treatment providers in your own area using findtreatment.gov.
Sources
1.Arizona statewide Medicaid, overdose context, and state programs /rehab/arizona/
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