My time at “The Sanctuary” will forever be a part of me as I found something within myself that I have been externally seeking outside of me. I was able to deeply explore myself in ways that I didn’t have that opportunity elsewhere. I am beyond grateful for the staff, team and anyone that is involved with energizing the land and the facility as it supported my transition into who I am and what I am becoming. After leaving… life has become much more meaningful! The Sanctuary has been woven into my DNA 🧬 🙏🏼 Aho!
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I had the privilege of coming to the Sanctuary ,in 2006, for relief from addiction to Opiates/Alcohol.
Dean Taraborelli was masterful at helping me overcome the obsession/cravings which were destroying my health & killing my Soul.
Since then, I have lived a life focused on Recovery, continued w/ non-12 Step & 12 Step programs to maintain Sobriety.
20 years later, I can honestly report I have never had the craving to even touch a single Narcotic, even when I’ve been in extreme pain from injuries or serious illness. something within me permanently shifted.
There have been numerous times when I had to reach out to Dean ,for some on-going support, during some really tough times in my life. Especially ,when navigating the grief/loss caused the passing of my Mother’s.
Even during life threatening illness last year, I was graced with the will to live a Sober life.
Somehow, he always managed to help me get back to Center & find my way back to Emotional Sobriety.
The mastery of all those working @ the Sanctuary is unparalleled. As a Holistic Doctor, I highly recommend the use of Mediation, Organic Nutrition, the skills of the various Professionals and the serene & healing space the Sanctuary offers. There is a reason millions of people go to Sedona for healing.
While 12 Step Programs can be helpful; this Recovered Alcoholic/Addict , has found the Spiritually based Body & Soul cleansing/maintenance program ,offered by the Sanctuary Team , to be the foundation of my ongoing Recovery.
Dear Dean and Kelley;
I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for the incredible experience I had at The Sanctuary, over the past few days. It was truly a transformative, magical and profoundly moving journey.
Meeting Gloria, Ruby, Mark, Thomas, even the goat (jaja ) and the entire team was such a joy. Each of them contributes in such a meaningful way, and together you’ve created something truly special- a space that feels sacred, intentional, and full of love.
Witnessing firsthand how you operate and the spirit with which you carry this project forward has left me inspired, and honored. I’m deeply moved by your mission, your commitment, and would love to support it, in any way I can.
Thank you again for welcoming me so warmly, for making me feel part of your tribe and for the beautiful work you are doing.
I already miss you guys.
With love
Virna
I recently finished the 30 day retreat at The Sanctuary. I decided to do the program because I had spent the past year in and out of bouts of depression, struggling to find purpose, thinking in terms of problems rather than possibilities, living in a state of urgency, and I couldn’t shake this underlying feeling that something was wrong with me and I needed to fix it. Coming into the program, I knew that I was looking for a different way of being in the world, but wasn’t exactly sure how to move towards it or how the Sanctuary was going to help me in this process.
I continued to be skeptical of whether I was in the right place for the first week or so and then somewhere at the end of the second week I realized that I was actually feeling better. It’s difficult to identity what exactly caused this switch because there are many approaches to healing happening simultaneously, but the shift felt evident. Things began to slow down, the sense of urgency dissipated, I was finding more room for enjoyment, laughter, and play, and I was no longer allowing anxiety and fear to be the loudest voices in my head.
The Sanctuary provides the container to make these changes possible. It’s not a program that will solve your problems for you, but rather offers a place of safety where you can intentionally practice, both individually and within community, working through whatever is holding you back from living the life you want. I tried doing everything on my own for a long time and that ended up making me feel broken and isolated. I believe this work is meant to be done in community and the Sanctuary offers one, free of judgement and wrapped in care.
On that note, I cannot say enough good things about all of the staff and practitioners who make The Sanctuary what it is. I felt unbelievably supported throughout my time there. That level of care and attentiveness was healing in and of itself.
Overall, I’d mark down “would recommend to a friend!” My life and, moreover, my perspective feel very different compared to when I entered the program and I’m so grateful for everything the Sanctuary provided.
I was at The Sanctuary this year and it changed my life. It is an incredible place where you can heal and grow. I have been to other treatment centers and The Sanctuary is special and unique in their approach to healing. They are my family and will always hold a special place in my heart for all the love, compassion, and kindness they showed for me. It is a safe place to show and live your true authentic self. The location is beautiful and peaceful. Taking walks in the mornings you get to connect with Pachamama (mother earth). The food is fresh, organic, and delicious! It’s made lovingly by the chefs who are so incredibly talented and creative! The staff is incredible, because they really care for the people that come to The Sanctuary. While I was there, I healed my body, mind, and soul. I highly recommend this place. Sending love, light, joy, and peace to everyone who is on their journey of self discovery and healing.
