Drug rehab Tempe
In Tempe there are 15 SAMHSA-listed facilities offering substance use treatment for drug rehab. Of these, 2 provide detox and 11 offer intensive outpatient programs. The guide below explains levels of care, payment options, and nearby cities.
- centers listed here
- 15
- take Medicaid
- 13
Drug rehab Tempe begins with 15 facilities listed on SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, and the mix skews outpatient: 14 offer outpatient services, 8 offer partial hospitalization, and 11 run intensive outpatient programs. Only 2 of the Tempe listings include detox, so medical withdrawal support may mean looking slightly beyond city limits. Compare all 15 SAMHSA-listed drug rehab Tempe facilities side by side before you call.
For many people, the realistic starting point is outpatient care. Most Tempe programs are outpatient, with 11 intensive outpatient options listed for local residents. Intensive outpatient usually means several visits a week with therapy and groups, and it can fit around work or school. There are no residential facilities listed inside Tempe itself, which surprises some callers. Ask whether a residential rehab in Arizona is the right level of care for your situation.
Choosing the right specialty is as important as picking the right location. In Tempe, 11 listings offer dual diagnosis care, 9 serve teens, 5 work with veterans, and 6 provide services in Spanish. Eleven facilities in Tempe list dual diagnosis treatment addressing dual diagnosis care. A program that treats only substance use could overlook half the problem. If someone has a mental health issue alongside a substance use disorder, ask about integrated care first.
Distance is another practical filter. Tempe sits in the Phoenix metro, so a facility in Mesa or Phoenix may be a short drive from home. If the level of care you need is not listed in Tempe, then nearby cities often fill the gap. The helpline can help you sort listings by location.
Alcohol use and mental health in Tempe
Proportion of adults in Tempe versus Arizona, per CDC PLACES data (2023).
| Measure | Tempe | Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Binge drinking | 18.3% | 15.5% |
| Frequent mental distress | 16.6% | 15.7% |
| Depression | 20.0% | 19.9% |
| Active tobacco use | 9.1% | 11.7% |
| Lacking coverage (18-64) | 10.7% | 13.7% |
Source CDC PLACES, unadjusted adult prevalence; state value population-weighted across the places listed.

Listed facilities in Tempe
| Center | Location | Services | Takes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victorian Integrated Healthcare | Tempe | PHP, IOP, Outpatient | Medicaid, Insurance, Sliding fee |
| Samaria Behavioral Health Center | Tempe | IOP, Outpatient | Medicaid, Medicare, Insurance |
| Aurora Behavioral Health System East | Tempe | Detox, PHP, IOP | Medicaid, Medicare, Insurance |
| Pascua Yaqui Behavioral Health Program | Tempe | Outpatient | Medicaid |
| SAGE Counseling Inc | Tempe | IOP, Outpatient | Medicaid, Insurance |
| Pathway Program | Tempe | PHP, IOP, Outpatient | Insurance |
| Modern Recovery Services | Tempe | PHP, IOP, Outpatient | Insurance |
| Lifeline Behavioral Health | Tempe | PHP, IOP, Outpatient | Medicaid, Medicare, Insurance |
| Anza Wellness and Recovery Center | Tempe | PHP, IOP, Outpatient | Medicaid, Medicare, Insurance |
| NorthSight Recovery | Tempe | PHP, IOP, Outpatient | Medicaid, Insurance, Sliding fee |
| Recovia | Tempe | Detox, PHP, IOP, Outpatient | Medicaid, Medicare, Insurance |
| Open Hearts | Tempe | Outpatient | Medicaid, Sliding fee |
| Community Medical Services | Tempe | Outpatient, OTP | Medicaid, Medicare, Insurance |
| Terros Health | Tempe | Outpatient | Medicaid, Medicare, Insurance, Sliding fee |
Based on SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov listings. Services and payment options change; verify by phone.
Paying with insurance or Medicaid
Often the first real question is cost, so start with coverage. Among the 15 listed facilities in Tempe, 13 accept Medicaid, 12 take private insurance, 7 accept Medicare, and 4 offer sliding-scale fees. Arizona's Medicaid program is called AHCCCS, and many treatment centers have contracts with it. Thirteen facilities in Tempe accept Medicaid, a practical starting point for Arizona residents. If you have private insurance, federal parity rules require most insurers to pay for substance use treatment much as they do other medical care. Before scheduling, ask about deductibles and prior authorization. When cost seems out of reach, look into sliding-scale programs and Medicaid listings before ruling out treatment.
- take Medicaid
- 13
- take private insurance
- 12
- take Medicare
- 7
- offer reduced fees on a sliding scale
- 4
Levels of care available in Tempe
Tempe leans toward outpatient care: 8 facilities list partial hospitalization and 11 list intensive outpatient, while only 2 list detox services. Partial hospitalization typically involves full-day programming several days weekly without overnight stays; it often bridges the gap between detox and regular outpatient visits. After detox ends, a partial hospitalization program can provide structure while you go home each evening. Outpatient rehabilitation is the largest category, with 14 listings. If you are uncertain which level of care fits, start by asking what each program offers and how often you would attend.
| Care setting | Centers |
|---|---|
| Medical detox | 2 |
| Day treatment (PHP) | 8 |
| IOP programs | 11 |
| Outpatient rehab | 14 |
| Suboxone and MAT | 10 |
| Methadone clinics (OTPs) | 1 |
Nearby cities with more rehab options
Tempe sits in the middle of the Phoenix metro, so nearby cities widen the search considerably. Phoenix lists 92 facilities, Mesa 31, Scottsdale 22, and Casa Grande 15, while Tucson lists 69 about two hours south. Phoenix lists 92 facilities, which gives Tempe residents a far larger set of detox and residential programs. If Tempe lacks the level of care you need, then nearby Mesa and Phoenix listings are a short drive away. A short drive can matter when the right program is twenty minutes away. When transportation is a barrier, then asking about telehealth or outpatient options closer to home makes sense.
Good to know
Does AHCCCS cover inpatient rehab for substance abuse in Tempe?
Many Arizona treatment facilities contract with the state's Medicaid program, AHCCCS, and 13 of the 15 Tempe listings accept Medicaid. Coverage hinges on your particular plan and the level of care, so verify details with the facility's intake staff before you schedule. Asking about prior authorization early can prevent delays later.
Does drug rehab in Tempe offer detox?
Only 2 of the 15 Tempe listings include detox, so medical withdrawal support is limited locally. Coming off alcohol and benzodiazepines May be risky and a clinician should supervise it. If you need supervised detox, ask about programs in Phoenix or Mesa, and let a clinician help you decide.
What does an intensive outpatient program in Tempe involve?
Intensive outpatient programs form the largest category in Tempe, with 11 of the 15 facilities listing them. Such programs typically involve several therapy sessions or groups each week while you live at home. They fit people who need structure but not overnight care, and they can follow a stay in detox or residential treatment.
How long do inpatient programs usually last?
Length varies by program, so ask each facility directly rather than relying on general figures. Residential care is often measured in weeks, with outpatient continuing afterward. If a program quotes a fixed length, treat that as program-specific information and ask what happens when insurance authorization ends partway through.
What are the common reasons people go to rehab in Tempe?
There are many reasons people look for treatment, among them alcohol, opioids, and stimulants. In Tempe, 11 facilities list dual diagnosis care for dual diagnosis care. Which program fits depends on your situation, not on one reason alone. A call at no cost can help you weigh levels of care and know which questions to raise.





