The Summit Sanctuary

I recommend this place to anyone that needs a boost of hope and help in rough times. The amenities are top tier with the views, the massage and acupuncture, the chef, the daily yoga, the pool and the rest of the property. What makes this place different is that from owner to every member of staff, these people care about providing a space to allow people to heal. There is a cap to beds available to keep the groups small and allow every guest to receive the individual care that they need. More places that offer dual diagnosis treatment should model after the summit that primarily focuses on mental health. The Summit Sanctuary helps with the why’s and providing a new depth of understanding to addiction rather than how or what to do to stop. Their treatment focuses on going deeper to heal. Not just the surface level focus I have seen at other places. Focus that only helps stop the further growth of an internal wound instead of addressing the infection. I truly believe that the people that go to the Summit Sanctuary Ranch and their Outpatient program have a significantly better chance of staying sober and on the upswing of tackling mental health concerns. Trust is hard to give but it’s in the right hands with The Summit Sanctuary.

The Summit was right there when I needed them most. If you or your family member are struggling with addiction or mental health and looking for help I truly recommend The Summit. Their luxury style facilities made it feel good to get help. The personnel is very attentive and knowledgeable. Huge shoutout to Emily, Jade and Devin. They made the day to day activities and sessions not so “treatment-y” - I actually found myself excited to attend them. Michael is one of a kind businessman. An owner with tons of heart and compassion. He cares about his employees and his patients. I cannot express how much I am grateful for the help I received from The Summit Sanctuary.

Summit Sanctuary offers a calm, supportive environment that’s clearly focused on real healing. It’s not a one-size-fits-all program. The care feels personal, thoughtful, and intentional. As a mental health rehab, they stand out for their compassionate staff and peaceful setting, which feels very different from a typical Scottsdale rehab. Their emphasis on holistic recovery goes beyond just managing symptoms and focuses on long-term mental and emotional wellness. Highly recommended for anyone serious about meaningful growth and healing.

There truly aren’t enough words to express how grateful I am for Summit Sanctuary. As someone who has struggled with mental health challenges for many years—challenges that led to various addictive and destructive behaviors—I finally found a place that offered both a scientific and holistic approach to healing. Summit Sanctuary was exactly that place. The staff is truly unmatched in both their expertise and their compassion. The individualized attention each person receives is unlike anything I’ve experienced anywhere else. Emily Johanson, the primary therapist, quite simply helped save my life and my marriage. Her approach to treatment is thoughtful, intelligent, and deeply effective. She is brilliant, kind, fun-loving, and spiritual in the most grounded and supportive way. Devon Lavoie, our primary group instructor, is not only incredibly knowledgeable—he has personally walked this path of recovery—but he also has a rare gift for taking complex psychological concepts and making them understandable and meaningful. He actively involves the group rather than simply lecturing, which makes the experience engaging and impactful. Jade Cure, my case manager, is someone I will be forever grateful for. She cared deeply about my wellbeing every single day, which helped calm my anxiety and allowed me to fully settle into the healing process. Joseph Chiaramonte shared case management duties in the evenings, and he was a constant source of wisdom, encouragement, and support during one of the darkest periods of my life. Some of the most meaningful conversations I had during my stay happened while walking in the desert with Joe and members of the group in the evening. The nursing staff—Fred, Angela, Craig, and Cindy—were incredibly kind, professional, and understanding throughout my time there. Summit Sanctuary is truly a special place. The setting is beautiful and comfortable, and the program allows appropriate contact with the outside world, including work responsibilities. The amenities are wonderful—an on-site chef, great food, a pool, hot tub, horses, and more—but none of that compares to the quality of the healing services they provide. The owner Michael and the director April have created a culture of healing that I have never experienced before. I wholeheartedly recommend Summit Sanctuary to anyone seeking real, meaningful recovery and transformation.