Mingus Mountain Academy East Don Carlos Drive

About Mingus Mountain Academy East Don Carlos Drive

Mingus Mountain Academy is a residential substance use and behavioral health treatment center in Prescott Valley, Arizona, providing gender specific care for adolescent girls ages 12 to 17.

Located at 15801 East Don Carlos Drive, this Joint Commission-accredited program addresses trauma, mental health and secondary substance use disorders.

Using the trauma responsive Sanctuary Model, the academy focuses on emotional safety, healing and lasting recovery.

The Seven Challenges Model

Care begins with a comprehensive assessment and inpatient residential treatment on the main campus, where girls receive structured support from master’s level therapists.

For clients transitioning toward independence, two therapeutic group homes in the Prescott Valley area offer a less restrictive step down setting.

Clients participate in individual, group and family therapy, along with substance use counseling through The Seven Challenges model.

Evidence based approaches include trauma focused CBT, dialectical behavior therapy, EMDR and equine therapy, with specialized programming for survivors of sexual exploitation and trafficking.

Quick Facts About Mingus Mountain Academy

Location: Prescott Valley, Arizona, with a nearby hospital for emergencies
Levels of care: Residential treatment and therapeutic group homes for step down care
Who they treat: Girls ages 12 to 17 with trauma, mental health and secondary substance use diagnoses
Approach: Sanctuary Model, trauma focused CBT, DBT, EMDR and equine therapy
Payment options: May include private insurance, Medicaid, TRICARE and state funding; confirm directly
Amenities: Gymnasium, outdoor court, on-campus horses, culinary learning, and year round education
Aftercare: Discharge planning, follow up support and scholarships for eligible former clients

Getting Started

To begin treatment at Mingus Mountain Academy in Prescott Valley, families can contact the facility to schedule an assessment and review admission criteria.

The admissions team can explain program options, verify insurance and discuss payment or funding possibilities.

Reach out today to learn how this program can support your daughter’s recovery and healing.

Edited by: Amy Greene

Addiction Treatment Programs

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.
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.
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.

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.
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.
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.
Military insurance
If you have military insurance, you can use it to help pay for substance use treatment in Arizona. Your insurance plan can pay for some or all of the costs of rehab, especially if you choose a center that’s in the plan’s network. Be sure to check with the insurer to get full details.

Levels of Care

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Inpatient Rehab
Inpatient treatment in Arizona gives you the best opportunity to spend focused time creating the new habits you need to break free from substance use. Building a new life for yourself is challenging, and the focused, uninterrupted treatment you receive during inpatient care can help you lay that foundation.

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.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
When you’re struggling with addiction in Arizona, stressful situations can be a trigger. Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) allows you to learn new coping strategies and build your confidence so you can make healthier decisions. Learning to develop a healthier mindset through stress management skills gives you the ability to create better circumstances in your life, and choose healthier responses to challenges.
Experiential Therapy
Many people benefit from experiential therapy in Arizona because they are able to express their emotions and work through trauma in non-traditional ways. During treatment, you may take part in art projects, musical expression, or physical challenges like an obstacle course. These allow you to process emotions in a non-traditional way.
Family Therapy
One way to address the family conflict and challenging relationships that may impact your substance use is during family therapy in Arizona. Family therapy can mean addressing uncomfortable and challenging issues, but having a professional therapist facilitating the sessions makes it easier for everyone to share honestly and improve their relationships.
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.