Support for Recovery, Independence & Everyday Life
Behavioral Health Services in Phoenix, Arizona
At Freshstart Recovery, we provide a supportive, home-like environment where residents can actively participate in their treatment, develop practical skills, and work toward greater independence.
Our services combine evidence-based behavioral health practices, recovery support, practical development skills, and coordinated care. Because every resident has different needs, challenges, and goals, our approach is tailored to the individual.
Evidence-Based Care
Freshstart Recovery incorporates established behavioral health practices and recovery resources into each resident's treatment experience.
Our approach includes SAMHSA practices, SMART Recovery, the Staying Sober Workbook, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Brain Boosters curriculum, and Roadmap to Peace of Mind.
These approaches support residents working through challenges such as anxiety, depression, relapse, triggers, PTSD symptoms, anger management, and other behavioral health concerns.
We encourage residents to remain actively involved in their treatment while working toward goals that are meaningful to their individual recovery journey.
Life & Development Skills
Recovery also means preparing for everyday life. Freshstart helps residents develop practical skills that can support confidence, self-sufficiency, and a successful transition to a lower level of care.
Coping Skills
Residents learn strategies for managing stress, emotions, triggers, and everyday challenges.
Budgeting
Residents build practical skills for managing everyday financial responsibilities.
Activities of Daily Living
Residents work on daily routines, self-care, and other skills needed to manage everyday responsibilities.
Independent Living Skills
Practical skills help residents prepare for greater independence beyond the residential setting.
Medication Management
Residents receive support with developing responsible medication routines as part of their overall care.
Education & GED Support
We support residents pursuing educational opportunities, including GED programs.
Vocational Rehabilitation
Residents can receive support as they work toward vocational rehabilitation and future employment opportunities.
Recovery Support
Freshstart encourages residents to participate in appropriate recovery support meetings based on their individual needs, goals, and current population.
Residents may participate in:
AA — Alcoholics Anonymous
NA — Narcotics Anonymous
CA — Cocaine Anonymous
CMA — Crystal Meth Anonymous
HA — Heroin Anonymous
MA — Marijuana Anonymous
PA — Pills Anonymous
Freshstart does not operate or facilitate these independent support groups. When appropriate, we can accompany residents to physical meetings or help arrange virtual meetings through Zoom.
Relapse Prevention & Trigger Management
Residents work on recognizing personal triggers and developing coping strategies for everyday situations.
This includes support with:
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Managing stress and difficult emotions
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Recognizing triggers
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Relapse prevention
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Anxiety management
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Anger management
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Making healthy decisions
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Navigating community environments
Social activities provide opportunities to practice these skills outside the residential setting, including everyday environments such as restaurants and stores.
Personalized & Coordinated Care
Every resident has different experiences, challenges, strengths, and goals. Freshstart takes a personalized approach to treatment, development skills, and recovery support.
We also coordinate with members of the resident's existing treatment and support network, including:
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Case Managers
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Primary Care Providers
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Psychiatrists & Behavioral Health Professionals
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Probation & Parole
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Outside Agencies
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Other Members of the Treatment Team
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A Home-Like Environment for Recovery
Freshstart Recovery believes treatment should provide both structure and a sense of home.
Our mission is to provide care that is catered to each individual's needs while maintaining a family and home feeling.
Residents are encouraged to participate in treatment, build meaningful connections, practice new skills, and take steps toward greater independence.