Reviews

There is a rare kind of strength in the work Dean & Kelly are doing at Sanctuary at Sedona.Not the strength of control but the courage to dedicate their lives to helping people who feel lost, disconnected, broken, or trapped in the darkest nights of their souls.In a world that often rewards numbness, distraction, and disconnection, they chose the difficult path: awakening consciousness, holding space for healing, and reminding people that life can still be reclaimed.What they are building is more than a sanctuary.It is a bridge back to the self.A place where people remember who they are beneath the pain, the noise, and the fear.Few understand the weight of holding light for others in a hostile world.Dean & Kelly do.ps: The most beautiful souls are the ones who walked through the fireand returned carrying water for those still trapped inside.

I found myself at The Sanctuary almost nine years ago, and I still feel deeply impacted and connected to the tribe here. There is no doubt in my mind that my time at The Sanctuary changed the trajectory of my life. Specifically, my sessions with Dean, Ruby, Kelley, and Hillary–and the rest of the staff– was incredibly eye-opening and healing. The program is truly integrative and based in non-shaming, love, and autonomy. Everyone is incredibly passionate and well-versed in their craft/expertise of healing. I think if I had gone somewhere else to, I could have been more damaged by certain 12 step dogma, pressure, and the intensity of duality (good vs. bad, black vs. white) or prescribed a bunch of drugs and given a bunch of diagnoses that could have destroyed my self-confidence, intuition, and sense of autonomy further. Instead, the Sanctuary's approach is rooted more in non-duality and openness. It was deeply spiritual without any preachy-ness, and they emphasize autonomy and agency at every turn. The food is wonderful and healthy, and everything feels so clean and safe as well. Most of all, it is the enduring community and divine support I felt (and feel) most from my time there, where I know, even on really challenging days, weeks, months, etc… that I'm not alone in this life. I definitely would reccommend coming here, whether you are looking to truly unplug, heal from trauma and addiction, and/or explore your spiritual soul calling… Ajo!

I didn't feel like a human being before coming to the sanctuary. I was living life through emotionless superficial goals, achievements, and constant self sabotage. I was aware of what was happening but I could never find out why.Words can't do my 30 days of being here justice. This place has a way of bringing out that part of you locked away that wants to be the best version of yourself which I never thought was possible.It's truly a special place and I'm so grateful for the staff, the friends, and myself.Thank you.

Thank you for a wonderful healing experience! I was suffering from CPTSD after having dealt with an entire lifetime of narcissistic abuse from my mom, brother and ex-husband.The staff members are all so caring, we as clients built our own community or 'tribe' and the land and nature, the desert and the creek help to heal the soul.My goal as I reintregrate into society following this wonderful, amazing experience is to incorporate some of what I learned to build and create a healing community of my own back home at Coral Isles Church. Everyone has some kind of trauma and the world could use more places like the Sanctuary to heal our wounds and, perhaps most importantly of all, our souls.I'll always hold the Sanctuary near and dear to my heart and want to actively participate in the alumni community.Thank you so much for this lovely and amazing healing experience!All my love,Amy

Entering the Sanctuary I was a person I did not recognize. The following thirty days filled with so many perspectives, modalities, personalities, ways of thinking, ways of not thinking – I am not returning to life healed – I am moving forward to a life I had forgotten I knew how to live. The Sanctuary is staffed by healers of so many backgrounds, with so much to give and receive in any way it need be.I am grateful for this place, the people who have made it what it is; staff and patients alike.Thank you for helping me see what I've needed was within me and the land we walk on.Thank you

Found more healing here in 30 days than in 3 years of typical treatment programs. Energy medicine is wildly underutilized in this field, and Sanctuary is leading the charge into changing that.Big thanks to all the staff who help make this literal Sanctuary possible

I can't say enough good things about this place. Nestled in the outskirts of Sedona, the setting is absolutely magnificent. Each morning you wake up early to hear the desert abuzz with life as you walk to set your daily intention. The Sanctuary was so much more than a respite from the hustle and bustle of daily life in order to collect yourself as you focus on a life free from addiction.Some might scoff that it's too kind and soft to be a recovery center. But I would argue the traditional 12 step programs are the result of a post capitalist world in which these programs are just another cog in a broken healthcare system. Indeed, they practice sick care instead of Healthcare, more motivated to jam the maximum occupancy of residence to come through the doors every month and out the door after 28 days, regardless as to if you're healed or not in hopes that you will return for a second, third, and fourth visit so that they may maximize their profits.That approach wasn't going to work for me.So I found myself in Sedona at the Sanctuary, and can honestly say that not only did it save my life, but it gave me so much more capability to love life and appreciate it. They teach you how to live a wholesome, full, fun, healthy life. I look back on it with such fondness, and only wish that everybody could have the same experience. If you go to the Sanctuary, I guarantee you will leave a better person.Yes, it's expensive but all the best things in life are. Besides what price are you willing to put on the rest of your life?

I had a deeply meaningful experience here and am incredibly grateful for the care and support I received. From the moment I arrived, I felt safe, respected, and truly cared for. I have attended the sanctuary twice (8 years apart) and I can say this is the only facility I know of that people actively want to go back to. They have a great option for alumni who need a reboot and to reconnect with the tribe.The team approaches healing in a very thoughtful and comprehensive way, looking beyond surface-level symptoms and helping you better understand yourself and your core wounds on a deeper level. A wise man here once said that the reason you think you show up here, really isn't the reason at all.The environment itself is peaceful and grounding, which made it easier to focus fully on the work. You really do gain a sense of connection to the earth there; the land is special as there has been 20+ years of healing on this land.I appreciated how personalized everything wasthere's a genuine intention to meet you where you are and support real, lasting change. While I prefer to keep the details of my journey private, I can honestly say this experience made a significant impact on my life.If you're considering taking a step toward meaningful change and are open to a more holistic approach, or just open to being open, this place is worth exploring.