Trauma Treatment That Works
Trauma is an emotional and psychological response to events that are deeply distressing or disturbing. Whether it’s one dramatic event or repeated events over time, the inability to cope with these experiences can have profound, lasting effects on your mental, emotional and physical well-being.
Trauma becomes so deeply rooted in your mind that it feels nearly inescapable, impacting your emotions, sense of safety, self-image and ability to navigate everyday life.
No matter the trauma you have experienced, there is hope. Freedom is possible, and a better life awaits.
The Sanctuary at Sedona is a 30-day residential treatment center with an all-inclusive trauma recovery program that emphasizes a natural approach to trauma healing. Let us help you lay down your burdens and discover freedom from the psychological, physical and emotional chains of trauma.
Far more than just difficult memories, trauma represents those moments when life overwhelms our natural capacity to process and integrate experiences. It creates a profound disconnect between mind and body, between past and present, between our authentic selves and the protective shields we construct.
What makes trauma unique is not just what happened, but how these experiences continue to live within us, reshaping our nervous systems, altering our beliefs about safety, and influencing how we connect with others. The journey toward healing isn’t about erasing what happened, but rather about restoring choice, reclaiming presence, and rebuilding a relationship with yourself that honors both your wounds and your inherent capacity for renewal.
As humans, our sense of safety develops from the messages we get early in life. Trauma, whether it takes place in one dramatic event or repeatedly over time, can shatter that security. In fact, it can make the entire world seem dangerous and unfriendly.
Trauma is your mind and body’s response to a deeply disturbing event. It overwhelms your ability to cope, diminishes your sense of self, and your capacity to feel a full range of emotions.
If you’ve experienced trauma, you may develop symptoms that can lead to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Living in this psychological state, can be paralyzing. You might:
Survivors of trauma often feel guilty and ashamed, but these are common symptoms of trauma and do not mean what happened to you is your fault.
At the Sanctuary at Sedona, we understand that trauma is an individual experience. Many people believe that trauma is the result of extreme circumstances like military combat, natural disasters or physical violence. But the truth is, it can come from many sources:
Your response to trauma is unique, influenced by factors such as personal history, support systems and coping strategies. Some trauma develops into post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a psychological state characterized by nightmares and recurrent thoughts related to the event that last long after the experience. Other types of trauma are more complicated, caused by repeated events or abuses that leave you feeling unsafe in the world. This complex PTSD (C-PTSD) can make it difficult to form relationships or control the intense emotions that plague you.
You are not broken, and we don’t treat you that way at The Sanctuary. Our holistic, non-12-step trauma treatment program is a journey of empowerment that encourages healing from trauma naturally. Our comprehensive healing approach sees you as a whole person and works with you to heal the body, repair the brain and recover the soul. Within our safe and supportive environment, you’ll experience trauma recovery unique to your needs. Learn more about our inpatient trauma treatment in Arizona by speaking to an expert.
The Sanctuary’s core trauma recovery program is a 30-day integrative experience that treats every form of trauma, including PTSD and C-PTSD. Each individualized plan harmoniously blends the best of science-backed Western medicine with ancient wisdom practices and alternative healing modalities. Our beautiful Sedona campus is a safe space, surrounded by people dedicated to facilitating your personal healing journey.
From the serenity of nature to our alternative therapies designed to ignite your passions and revitalize your soul, every aspect of treatment is included in the price of your program to ensure you get the most value. The result is complete transformation as you reclaim your inner fearlessness.
Let’s explore the program highlights included in your trauma recovery journey.
Your journey begins with a detailed psychiatric assessment. Our board-certified psychiatrist can determine the extent of your trauma and pinpoint areas of concern.
From there, you will engage in daily group and individual counseling sessions. With your therapists, you’ll develop new techniques and healing strategies for trauma that help you feel capable and confident in dealing with life’s challenges. While triggers will still arise, you’ll learn how to increase your emotional tolerance so they become:
We utilize some of the most highly recommended clinical therapies for trauma, including eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). This process gives you a unique opportunity to work through uncomfortable emotions in new ways and change patterns you may have been holding onto for a long time.
At The Sanctuary, we believe healing is a whole-person experience. Mending the mind and the psychological symptoms of trauma is not enough. True recovery must also focus on the body, soul and spirit. We offer a wide assortment of complementary treatments led by expert practitioners in alternative therapy.
These holistic offerings focus on what fuels and excites you. As we connect you with resources tailored to your needs and interests, you’ll learn to be creative about designing your own life. And we’ll be here to help you along the way. Additionally, you may relieve stress with relaxing therapies like massage, yoga and nature ecotherapy.
Along with more traditional alternative therapies, our guests enjoy customized wellness IVs and unlimited access to our Biohacking for Recovery lab, which includes a dry float relaxation tank, red light therapy and an infrared sauna.
According to mainstream treatment philosophy, trauma never fully goes away. The best we can hope for in this scenario is managing its symptoms.
But we think differently.
In our non-12-Step, holistic trauma healing program, we support the idea that significant healing from trauma is possible . We’ve witnessed countless people achieve substantial recovery through our program.
Our goal is to help you unravel the stories you’ve created around your trauma that keep you stuck in unhealthy thought patterns, behaviors, and relationships.
Instead of constantly feeling unsafe, you’ll gain the freedom to fully express yourself in the world. In this empowered state, you’re able to embark on your life’s work and realize your dreams. While healing from trauma is a continuous process, many people find they can reach a point where trauma no longer dominates their lives. This is what we consider full trauma recovery.
At The Sanctuary, your trauma recovery continues even after you return home from residential treatment. Continuing care is a central and integrated part of trauma treatment.
This program builds upon the work you did at The Sanctuary residential program. It begins by making sure your basic needs are met and your support system is strong. You’ll review the tools you gained during trauma treatment and put them into action in your daily life. We’ll also pay special attention to any areas that still need to be a focus.
Conventional understanding says trauma never fully goes away. Many believe the best scenario most trauma therapies provide is managing symptoms. At The Sanctuary, we think differently. We’ve witnessed countless people achieve substantial recovery through our program.
Our goal is to help you unravel the stories you’ve created around your trauma that keep you stuck in unhealthy thought patterns, behaviors and relationships.
Instead of constantly feeling unsafe, you’ll be free to fully express yourself in the world. In this empowered state, you can embark on your life’s work and realize your dreams. While healing from trauma is a continuous process, many people find they can reach a point where trauma no longer dominates their lives. This is what we consider full trauma recovery.
