Native Health Central

About Native Health Central

NATIVE HEALTH Central is a Phoenix outpatient behavioral health provider licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services, offering substance use treatment within a broader community health center model.

The Central location provides individual and group counseling, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) and court ordered services for adolescents and adults ages 12 and up.

Centering urban Native Americans while remaining open to the entire metro Phoenix community, NATIVE HEALTH blends culturally relevant care with evidence based recovery support.

Rising Tide Recovery: Intensive Outpatient Care in Phoenix

The heart of addiction treatment here is the Rising Tide Recovery Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), an 8-week, 72-hour track that requires 48 hours of sobriety before participation.

As a licensed outpatient center, NATIVE HEALTH Central welcomes court, probation and DCS-ordered clients seeking structured recovery support.

Treatment draws on approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, relapse prevention and trauma related counseling.

Group and individual sessions help clients address the underlying drivers of substance use, while MAT offers added medical support for those managing substance use disorders.

Comprehensive Behavioral and Community Health Services

Beyond addiction recovery, NATIVE HEALTH Central integrates medical, dental and wellness services under one roof.

Behavioral health intakes are available by walk-in or appointment, with psychiatric care, anger management and DUI education rounding out the continuum of care.

Discount Program for Eligible Clients

NATIVE HEALTH Central is located at Central Avenue and Indian School Road in Phoenix, offering in-person and telehealth services Monday through Friday, with convenient access via light rail and bus lines.

The provider accepts AHCCCS Complete Care plans and self-pay, and a discount program is available for eligible low-cost behavioral health services.

Edited by: Maygen Brockway

Addiction Treatment Programs

Alcohol Rehab
If your life has been negatively impacted by alcohol use disorder, an alcohol rehab in Arizona can help. These treatment programs offer detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care. You may receive individual, group, and family counseling, peer support, and classes in essential life skills.
Dual Diagnosis
Arizona dual diagnosis treatment is an integrated approach that addresses both your mental health and substance use. Part of treatment will include managing your mental health symptoms so you aren’t tempted to use substances to self-medicate. This can be done without counseling and medication.
Opioid Addiction
The best way to achieve recovery from opioid addiction is by completing a high-quality rehab in Arizona and applying the tools you learn to stay in sobriety. The rehab program may use multiple approaches, including nutrition, psychology, holistic methods, and support groups. These tools help you build a substance-free lifestyle and move into long-term recovery.
Adult Program
Choosing an adult program in Arizona can be a great way to address important life issues while also getting addiction treatment. These treatment programs offer detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care tailored to the specific needs and challenges of adults.
Men's Rehab
Choosing a men’s rehab in Arizona helps give the support you need in overcoming addiction and learning to handle gender-specific challenges. These treatment programs offer detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care tailored to the unique needs and challenges men face, which may include questions about career, fatherhood, family relationships, emotional vulnerability, and more.
Women's Rehab
Women’s rehab programs in Arizona can help women make healthier life choices and avoid common mistakes. These treatment programs offer detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care tailored to the unique needs and challenges of women. They generally also include life skills training tailored to the client’s needs.
Young Adult Rehab
A young adult rehab in Arizona addresses the unique needs of young people transitioning to adulthood. These treatment programs offer detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care tailored to the unique needs and challenges of young adults.
DUI Education and Screening
Recovery Services at Native Health Central includes DUI education and screening, helping clients address substance use concerns tied to driving offenses through structured outpatient support.
Medication Assisted Treatment Support
Native Health Central offers Medication Assisted Treatment support services as part of its Recovery Services, assisting clients in Phoenix managing substance use recovery alongside counseling and case management.
Indigenous Healing Outreach Program (IHOP)
IHOP delivers culturally grounded outreach, education, and support to American Indian community members in Maricopa County facing homelessness, substance use, and mental health challenges through Native Health Central.
Case Management
Case management services at Native Health Central help coordinate outpatient recovery care, connecting clients with counseling, peer support, and community resources throughout their substance use treatment.
Peer Support
Native Health Central’s Recovery Services include peer support as part of outpatient substance use treatment, pairing clients with individuals who understand the recovery process firsthand.
Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health
Native Health Central provides child and adolescent psychiatry and counseling services, extending behavioral health support to younger populations within the Phoenix community alongside adult care.

Insurance Coverage

Medicaid
There are many ways to pay for rehab in Arizona. If you qualify, one option is Medicaid. Medicaid often covers the full cost of rehab if you choose a center that accepts it. You can look for multiple types of care, including detox, inpatient, and outpatient.
Private insurance
Using private insurance to pay for rehab in Arizona can make it much more affordable to get the help you need. Be sure to talk to the insurer about out-of-pocket costs and which treatment centers are in-network with the plan. Some insurance plans don’t cover out-of-network centers, and if they do your out-of-pocket costs will be higher.
Self-pay options
Self-pay is when you use a check or medical loan to pay for addiction treatment in Arizona. There may be different fee structures depending on the level of care.
Sliding scale payment assistance
One option for paying for rehab in Arizona is looking for treatment centers that have a sliding scale payment plan. Centers offer detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care on a sliding scale basis, where you pay less based on your income and family size.
Financial aid
There are many ways to pay for rehab in Arizona. One option is to look into financial aid programs. You may be able to find aid through community groups in your area, and individual treatment centers may offer grants and scholarships as well.

Levels of Care

1
Outpatient Rehab
Native Health Central provides outpatient substance abuse counseling, education, relapse prevention, and case management for individuals and families in Phoenix, delivered within an integrated behavioral health setting.
2
Aftercare Support
A key component of preventing relapse after treatment in Arizona is to have ongoing care, also known as aftercare. Aftercare may include ongoing counseling, additional life-skills training, peer support, and recovery support groups.
3
Intervention Services
Intervention in Arizona can be a vital step toward helping your loved one get treatment. Intervention may be uncomfortable, but sometimes it’s exactly what someone needs to face the truth about addiction and choose to get treatment.

Therapies

Cognitive Behavior Therapy
When you’re struggling with addiction in Arizona, your actions and thoughts may not be rational. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help you challenge your thoughts and adjust your actions accordingly. Learning which thought distortions you are most susceptible to can help you challenge unhelpful thoughts, create better interpretations of situations, and choose healthier responses.
Family Therapy
Behavioral Health Services at Native Health Central include counseling for couples and families, helping loved ones address the impact of substance use and mental health concerns together.
Group Therapy
One way to share your feelings and get feedback during rehab in Arizona is during group therapy. Some of the topics covered in group therapy include overcoming shame and guilt, improving communication, developing healthy coping skills, and building a support network.
Individual Therapy
It’s easy to feel isolated when you battle substance use, but individual therapy in Arizona can give you a professional ally in overcoming the roots of addiction. Individual therapy sessions generally last 60 minutes and may include discussing a specific issue, education about specific topics, or developing life skills.
Trauma Therapy
Sometimes addiction is a way to self-medicate and avoid how you feel about past traumatic events. Trauma-informed therapy in Arizona can help you address these feelings and build a better life. Trauma-informed therapy is a normal part of evidence-based treatment programs and may be a part of inpatient treatment, outpatient care, or both. Methods include sharing of experiences, peer support, mindfulness practices, and more.
Individual Counseling
Native Health Central offers one-on-one substance use counseling as part of its outpatient Recovery Services, addressing relapse prevention and recovery education for individuals seeking help in Phoenix.
Group Counseling
Group counseling sessions support individuals in recovery from substance use at Native Health Central, providing peer connection alongside case management and relapse prevention education in an outpatient setting.
Trauma-Informed Care
The Behavioral Health team at Native Health Central delivers culturally sensitive, trauma-informed counseling for individuals experiencing PTSD, grief, and trauma symptoms alongside substance use concerns.
Talking Circles
Native Health Central offers Talking Circles, a culturally based healing approach rooted in traditional practices, supporting recovery for American Indian clients within a community-centered setting in Phoenix.
Traditional Healing
Traditional Healing services at Native Health Central incorporate cultural teachings and practices alongside clinical counseling, reflecting a whole-person approach to substance use and behavioral health recovery.