I need help but have no insurance — where do I start?

Call SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (free, 24/7). They'll connect you to state-funded treatment providers that accept uninsured clients. Every state has a Single State Agency for Substance Use that funds community treatment on sliding-scale fees.

What's MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment)?

MAT combines medications (methadone, buprenorphine/Suboxone, naltrexone/Vivitrol) with counseling to treat opioid and alcohol use disorders. It's evidence-based, reduces overdose risk substantially, and is covered by Medicaid and most private insurance. Find providers at findtreatment.gov.

Will going to rehab hurt my custody case?

Voluntarily seeking treatment is almost always viewed favorably by courts — it shows responsibility and commitment to sobriety. Coordinate with your attorney so treatment documentation supports your case. Court-ordered programs through drug courts specifically protect custody rights.

How long is treatment?

Detox: 3–7 days. Residential rehab: 30–90 days typically. Intensive outpatient: 8–12 weeks, 9–15 hours per week. Standard outpatient: months to years. Aftercare and peer support (AA, NA, SMART Recovery) is ongoing and free.

Substance Abuse in Arizona

15 verified resources.

About Substance Abuse for Fathers

Substance abuse treatment in the US is delivered through state-licensed treatment providers, nonprofit recovery programs (AA, NA, SMART Recovery), hospital-based detox, methadone clinics, and sober living houses. SAMHSA's National Helpline (1-800-662-HELP) provides free, confidential referrals to local treatment 24/7. Most states fund a network of publicly-supported treatment centers that accept uninsured and Medicaid clients; the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration maintains a national treatment locator at findtreatment.gov. Fathers dealing with substance issues during custody disputes often need documented treatment compliance — court-ordered programs exist for this specific purpose. Recovery support includes peer recovery specialists, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and drug courts. This directory pulls together the state's single state agency for SUD, treatment finders, mutual aid meetings, and MAT providers.

Substance Abuse in Arizona

Arizona handles custody (called 'legal decision-making' and 'parenting time') in superior courts in all 15 counties. The Division of Child Support Services operates under DES. Maricopa County (Phoenix) runs the nation's busiest family court. Major metros include Phoenix, Tucson, Mesa, and Chandler. Community Legal Services and Southern Arizona Legal Aid cover most of the state.

15 Resources

1. SAMHSA National Helpline — Free

Free, confidential 24/7 federal helpline for substance use disorder and mental health treatment referrals. Trained information specialists route Arizona callers to local licensed providers, community-based services, and support groups, including for uninsured residents. Available in English and Spanish; TTY at 1-800-487-4889. No appointment, insurance, or personal disclosure required to receive a referral or general information.

1-800-662-4357 · National · 24/7 · Visit Website

2. Solari Crisis & Human Services — Free

Arizona's primary statewide crisis line offering 24/7 telephone intervention for substance abuse and mental health emergencies, including acute intoxication, withdrawal, overdose concerns, and co-occurring crises. Dispatches mobile crisis teams, coordinates emergency placements into detox or stabilization, and provides warm handoffs to ongoing outpatient care. Serves Arizona residents regardless of insurance, income, or immigration status. Call from anywhere in the state.

1-800-631-1314 · 1209 S 1st Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85003 · 24/7

3. Community Bridges Inc - Substance Abuse — Paid

Large Arizona behavioral health provider offering medically supervised detox, residential treatment, intensive outpatient programs, medication-assisted treatment including buprenorphine and methadone, and recovery housing across Maricopa, Pinal, and neighboring counties. 24/7 crisis access available. Accepts AHCCCS, commercial insurance, and offers sliding-scale fees for the uninsured. Bring photo ID, insurance card, medication list, and treatment history to intake.

480-831-7566 · 1850 N Central Ave, Suite 100, Phoenix, AZ 85004 · 24/7 crisis; intake Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

4. CODAC Behavioral Health (Tucson) — Paid

Tucson's largest outpatient behavioral health provider offering substance abuse treatment including medication-assisted treatment with buprenorphine and methadone, intensive outpatient programs, co-occurring mental health care, peer support, and recovery services across Pima County. Accepts AHCCCS, commercial insurance, and offers a sliding-fee scale for uninsured patients. Bring photo ID, insurance card, medication list, and any treatment history to intake appointments.

520-327-4505 · 330 N Commerce Park Loop, Suite 100, Tucson, AZ 85745 · Mon-Fri 7am-6pm · Visit Website

5. Alcoholics Anonymous - Central Arizona — Free

Central Arizona intergroup office of Alcoholics Anonymous providing searchable meeting directories (in-person, online, and hybrid), a 24-hour hotline answered by AA members, literature, and connections to local AA groups across the Phoenix metro area. Meetings are free, anonymous, and open to anyone with a desire to stop drinking. Newcomers can walk into any open meeting; bring nothing but yourself. Online meeting access also available statewide.

602-264-1341 · 3530 N Central Ave, Suite 100, Phoenix, AZ 85012 · 24/7 hotline; meetings daily · Visit Website

6. Narcotics Anonymous - Arizona Region — Free

Statewide Narcotics Anonymous region with hundreds of weekly meetings in cities and towns across Arizona, including in-person, online, and hybrid formats. A 24-hour regional helpline connects callers to nearby meetings and NA members. Meetings are free, anonymous, and open to anyone with a desire to stop using drugs. Bring nothing but yourself to any open meeting. Statewide meeting schedule available through the regional website.

480-897-4636 · Meetings statewide · 24/7 helpline; meetings daily · Visit Website

7. FindTreatment.gov (SAMHSA Locator) — Free

Official federal treatment locator maintained by SAMHSA with a searchable database of licensed substance use disorder and mental health treatment providers across Arizona. Filter results by insurance accepted (including AHCCCS and self-pay sliding scale), services offered, languages spoken, and treatment approach. Free to search 24/7 online by Arizona ZIP code. Also accessible by phone at 1-800-662-4357 for live referrals from information specialists.

1-800-662-4357 · Online resource (search by AZ zip code) · Online 24/7 · Visit Website

8. Southwest Behavioral & Health Services - Substance Abuse — Paid

Major Arizona behavioral health nonprofit offering substance abuse treatment programs including standard outpatient, intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization, and residential care across 30-plus sites in the Phoenix metro, Flagstaff, and rural Arizona. Also provides co-occurring mental health care and peer recovery support. Accepts AHCCCS, commercial insurance, and sliding-scale fees. Bring photo ID, insurance card, and medication list to intake appointments.

602-257-9339 · 3450 N 3rd St, Suite 100, Phoenix, AZ 85012 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

9. Crossroads Mission (Yuma) — Free

Faith-based recovery center in Yuma providing men's residential substance abuse treatment, emergency homeless shelter, transitional housing, meals, life skills training, and workforce development for men in recovery. Christ-centered programming but serves men of any faith background. Free or low-cost for program participants in exchange for commitment to recovery activities. Bring photo ID, Social Security card, and any prior treatment or medical records to intake.

928-783-9362 · 1600 S 1st Ave, Yuma, AZ 85364 · 24/7 · Visit Website

10. The Haven (Prescott) — Free

Prescott-area residential recovery program for men recovering from substance abuse offering structured long-term treatment, on-site housing, job training, life skills development, and community reintegration support. Christ-centered programming; serves men of any faith. Typically low- or no-cost for participants who commit to program requirements. Bring photo ID, Social Security card, and medical or treatment records to intake. Court and probation referrals accepted.

928-445-6364 · 3221 Stardust Dr, Prescott, AZ 86301 · Residential 24/7; intake Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

11. Sierra Tucson (Tucson) — Paid

Nationally recognized private residential treatment center on a Sonoran Desert campus north of Tucson specializing in substance use disorders, trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, chronic pain, and co-occurring conditions. Offers integrated medical, psychiatric, and experiential therapies. Accepts most major commercial insurance and private pay; AHCCCS generally not accepted. Call admissions 24/7 for assessment. Bring insurance card, photo ID, medication list, and medical history to intake.

520-624-4000 · 39580 S Lago Del Oro Pkwy, Tucson, AZ 85739 · 24/7 admissions · Visit Website

12. SMART Recovery - Arizona Meetings — Free

Science-based, secular addiction recovery support program with groups meeting weekly across Arizona in person and online. SMART uses cognitive-behavioral and motivational tools and serves as an alternative to 12-step programs for those in recovery from substance and behavioral addictions. Meetings are free and confidential, open to anyone working on recovery. Online meetings are available 24/7 from anywhere in the state. Check the website for Phoenix, Tucson, and Flagstaff schedules.

Meetings in Phoenix, Tucson, and statewide · Check website for AZ meeting schedule · Visit Website

13. Celebrate Recovery - Arizona — Free

Christ-centered 12-step recovery program with weekly groups hosted by churches across Arizona addressing substance abuse, pornography, codependency, anger, grief, and other life-controlling struggles. Groups include large-group teaching followed by smaller gender-specific open-share sessions. Meetings are free and open to adults of any faith background. Search by ZIP code on the national website to locate a nearby Arizona church chapter and current meeting schedule.

Multiple AZ church locations (search by ZIP) · Weekly meetings — check local group · Visit Website

14. La Frontera EMPACT - Substance Abuse (Tempe) — Paid

East Valley behavioral health provider, part of La Frontera Arizona, offering outpatient substance abuse treatment, group therapy, intensive outpatient programs, medication-assisted treatment options, and co-occurring mental health care for adults and adolescents in Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, and surrounding communities. Accepts AHCCCS and commercial insurance. Bring photo ID, insurance card, medication list, and any prior treatment records to the intake appointment.

480-784-1500 · 618 S Madison Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

15. Arizona Opioid Assistance & Referral Line — Free

Statewide helpline operated by the Arizona Department of Health Services connecting Arizona residents to opioid treatment resources, free naloxone (Narcan) access, medication-assisted treatment providers, syringe-service programs, and family support for loved ones affected by opioid use. Trained navigators help callers locate nearby providers and overcome insurance or cost barriers. Free and confidential, 24/7, and accessible to callers regardless of insurance or immigration status.

1-888-688-4222 · Statewide · 24/7 · Visit Website

Substance Abuse — Common Questions

I need help but have no insurance — where do I start?: Call SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (free, 24/7). They'll connect you to state-funded treatment providers that accept uninsured clients. Every state has a Single State Agency for Substance Use that funds community treatment on sliding-scale fees.
What's MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment)?: MAT combines medications (methadone, buprenorphine/Suboxone, naltrexone/Vivitrol) with counseling to treat opioid and alcohol use disorders. It's evidence-based, reduces overdose risk substantially, and is covered by Medicaid and most private insurance. Find providers at findtreatment.gov.
Will going to rehab hurt my custody case?: Voluntarily seeking treatment is almost always viewed favorably by courts — it shows responsibility and commitment to sobriety. Coordinate with your attorney so treatment documentation supports your case. Court-ordered programs through drug courts specifically protect custody rights.
How long is treatment?: Detox: 3–7 days. Residential rehab: 30–90 days typically. Intensive outpatient: 8–12 weeks, 9–15 hours per week. Standard outpatient: months to years. Aftercare and peer support (AA, NA, SMART Recovery) is ongoing and free.