Mental Health
Depression, anxiety, trauma, and co-occurring disorders addressed through evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Whole Person Healing
Co-Occurring Treatment
Freedom from the combined challenges of mental health and substance use starts with integrated care delivered by a multidisciplinary team. Dual-diagnosis treatment addresses both conditions together to help you thrive across all dimensions of wellness and support lasting, fulfilling recovery. You deserve to see what is on the other side of this struggle.
Find Your Peace
Primary Mental Health
Modern mental health treatment for the challenges of real life; we are here with compassion and warmth to help you find your footing. We are fully dedicated to supporting you every step of the way with programs designed around you, backed by evidence-based approaches. You don't have to go through this alone.
A New Beginning
Addiction Treatment
We have been where you are, we can show you a path forward. Addiction treatment focuses on helping you maintain abstinence, regain stability, and begin living the life you’ve always wanted. Getting sober is just the beginning.
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Wondering What Your Life Could Be?
Scottsdale Rehab for Mental Health, Addiction & Alcoholism
When you are ready to seek out treatment, finding a trusted place you feel safe is important. We recognize this courageous first step. Scottsdale Providence Recovery Center has helped families nationwide find a new way of living and thriving. We're here when you're ready.
Scottsdale Providence Recovery Center builds comprehensive treatment programs designed to assist our clients in transforming their lives through a therapeutic journey of self-discovery, real-world experiences, skill building and relational repair. Guided by principles of authenticity, compassion and fellowship, we consider ourselves a healing community rather than a "facility". Providing a full continuum of care across Residential and Outpatient centers, our goal is for our clients to rewrite their stories, creating a new relationship with themselves and the world around them.
Journey to Wellness
Levels of Care
Walking through our doors welcomes you into a lively and welcoming culture of joyful and authentic recovery, no matter if it is your first time seeking help or your 10th time in treatment.
Different levels of care are available to match where you are in your recovery journey, whether you need intensive daily support or more flexible outpatient options. Our full continuum is intentionally designed to provide 90 days of healing and includes Inpatient-Residential, Partial Hospitalization (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and Evening IOP programs, allowing you or your loved one to receive the right level of care at the right time.
In Their Own Words
Voices of Recovery
“This is my second home. This place was here for me in my time of need and accepted me back with open arms. I cant explain the how much I value my friends i expect to have for life here and also the staff who are like apart of my family. If you are looking for people who know how to treat people you should put this at the top of your list for sure. Much love <3.”
Kameron L.Verified Patient
Dual Diagnosis Program
Many Struggles.
One Integrated Path to Healing.
Designed by Clinical Founder Daniel Nichols, LCSW, our co-occurring treatment programming provides specialized care for clients who struggle with ongoing substance abuse alongside unresolved trauma, mood disorder or personality disorder. We address this complexity with an Integrated Health Model with Abstinence Focus which allows for sobriety to be established within a foundation of evidence-based clinical interventions, psychiatric care and resilience building.
From Our Clinical Founder
Whole-Person Treatment Built Around Each Client
Daniel Nichols, LCSW shares the philosophy behind Scottsdale Providence: providing individualized care that is supportive and challenging enough to help people grow. Treatment combines expert clinical guidance, an emphasis on personal responsibility, and a recovery community where clients build connection and fellowship together.
Treatment Modalities
Evidence-Based Therapeutic Approaches
A comprehensive range of proven therapeutic modalities are used to meet your unique needs. From trauma-focused treatments to behavioral therapies, evidence-based approaches are combined to address the challenges you are facing and support steady, long-term progress.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Solution Focused Therapy
Internal Family Systems
Deep Brain Reorienting
EMDR
Neurofeedback Therapy
Narrative Therapy
Grief Therapy
Trauma Therapy
Somatic Experiencing
Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Rebuild essential daily living skills and establish healthy routines through purposeful, meaningful activities. Our occupational therapists work with you to restore independence in self-care, productivity, and leisure while developing coping strategies that support long-term recovery and help you reintegrate into work, family, and community life.
Addiction
Substance Use Disorder Treatment
Overseen by Board-Certified Addiction Medicine Expert Dr. Steven Locnikar, substance use disorder treatment combines a holistic approach with medically supported detox, personalized treatment planning, and a positive, solution-focused recovery culture. Evidence-based therapies including 12-Step Facilitation help you address substance use patterns while also supporting your mental, physical, spiritual and emotional well-being in a structured, supportive setting focused on long-term sobriety.
Medically Supported Detox
Begin safely and comfortably with round-the-clock medical care through withdrawal.
Personalized Treatment Planning
Care built around your story, your substance use patterns, and your goals.
12-Step Facilitation
Evidence-based engagement with a proven framework, fellowship, and accountability.
Solution-Focused Recovery Culture
A positive community that builds momentum toward lasting sobriety.
Physician-Led Care
Dr. Steven Locnikar
Every step of treatment is overseen by an addiction medicine expert, so your recovery is grounded in real medical care from day one.
Primary Mental Health
Mental Health Care That Meets You Where You Are
With over 300 years of clinical expertise our comprehensive mental health treatment program includes diagnostic and assessment services, one-on-one and group therapy, trauma work and continuous psychiatric support. Our approach promotes healing through both compassionate self-awareness and comprehensive psychoeducation, driving rapid and lasting improvements in your emotional wellbeing.
Our Clinical Philosophy
Trauma-Informed Care for the Whole Person
Keren Poirier, LCSW explains how individualized, trauma-informed care looks beyond symptoms to understand the whole person. Scottsdale Providence combines clinical insight, compassion, and respect for each client’s role in their recovery.
Our Staff
Meet Our Treatment Team
Meet the people behind Scottsdale Providence Recovery Center. Our team brings together clinical, medical, and operational experience to support every stage of recovery.
Daniel Nichols, LCSW
Chief Clinical Officer, Co-Founder
Alex Porter
Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Steven J. Locnikar
Medical Director
Sabrina Robidoux, NP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Keren Poirier, LCSW
Clinical Director
Andrew Parker, LMSW
Lead Residential Therapist
Lisa Mutterperl, LMFT, LAAC, CAADC, ATR
Residential Primary Therapist
Tyler Kees, LPC-S
Lead Outpatient Therapist
Jillian Turner, LPC, NCC, CCTS-A
Clinical Supervisor, Trauma Therapist
Denise Aguilera, LAC
Primary Therapist
Michael Marino, LAC
Primary Therapist
Jackie Powell, LIAC, MAC
Primary Therapist
Cynthia Loven, LAC
Primary Therapist
Liz Gori, LAC
Evening IOP Therapist
Sarah Anderson, OTD, OTR/L
Director of OT Programming, Mental Health Occupational Therapist
Raini Leveen, MOT, OTR/L
Mental Health Occupational Therapist
Freddy Saenz, BA
Intake Therapist
Samantha Jerome, RDN, CDCES, LRD
Nutritionist
Ciara Shoptaw
Medical Manager
Dr. Susan Borgaro
Independent Consulting Neuropsychologist
Tyler Williams
Residential Case Manager
Logan Thompson
Outpatient Case Manager
Mark Voglio
Facilities and Housing Director
Kassie Thompson
Office Administrator
Michelle Sheydayi
Chief Marketing Officer
Shannon Spollen
Clinical Outreach Specialist
Logan Bennett
Senior Clinical Outreach Specialist
Todd Bolser, MM, CRS
Utilization Director
Nicole Notorio
Billing Director
Shawn Mikiska
Clinical Operations Director, Co-Founder
Taliah Tsunis
Chief Administrative Officer, Co-Founder
David Humphreys
Chief Financial Officer
Ashley Banderet
Director of Admissions
Elisa Sabyan
Lead Admissions Coordinator
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Caitlin Day, LAAC
Admissions Coordinator
What Our Clients Say
Stories of Hope & Recovery
Browse firsthand reviews of Scottsdale Providence Recovery Center, shared in the words of the people who wrote them. The comments below offer a closer look at the care team, treatment setting, communication, and support available here.
“Scottsdale Providence center has been a great experience to me. It's helped me shape my life to become an outstanding person and understand me as a person, the staff here has been amazing and truly helpful to my recovery for addition and mental health. In the beginning I was very hesitant to stay but I stuck it out and I will say it was worth it bc I learn skills everyday to help begin to build my future. They helped me with financial problems and legal problems, they truly listen to me and I feel heard. Housing with the women's house has truly been a great experience for me to be able to adult and learn how to live with other people who have the same or similar struggles as I do.”
“Best treatment center I’ve been to. I was able to work on my mental health as well as addictions. Compassionate and supportive staff. I would recommend this place to anyone and everyone.”
“Scottsdale Providence changed my whole life. I walked in completely broken, drinking and using to survive, carrying years of trauma and pain I didn’t even know how to set down. I didn’t know what I needed. I just knew I couldn’t keep living the way I was bc it was killing me. From the second I got there, the staff saw me in a way nobody ever has. They understood me. They didn’t judge me. Everything they do has intention. Nothing is random. There is rhyme and reason behind every group, every boundary, every tough conversation, and every moment they push you to sit with yourself instead of running. And honestly, the people you meet here… they’re a huge part of the healing. The patients are amazing bc the staff creates a space where everyone feels safe and connected. You end up being transparent in ways you never have before. You hear everyone’s truth. You share yours. You feel seen and less alone. That kind of honesty changes you. Most of the staff are addicts in recovery too, with years and years of sobriety. That makes such a difference. They don’t talk at you. They talk with you. They get the addict mind. They understand the shame, the fear, the spiraling, the survival mode. They know what it feels like to want to quit and still feel pulled back in. You just feel understood on a soul level. They didn’t just help me stop drinking and using. They helped me understand why I did it. They got to the root emotionally, physically, and spiritually. They taught me tools I actually use every single day. They challenged me when I wanted to shut down. They held space for me when I couldn’t catch my breath. Not once did I feel judged. I felt guided. I felt held. I felt like my life actually mattered. Scottsdale Providence didn’t just help me get sober. They gave me my life back. They gave my kids their mom back. They helped me find myself again. If you’re scared or feel like there’s no way out, I’m telling you from my own heart, this place is real. This is where healing actually happens. I’m forever grateful.”
“Went in for mental health treatment and PTSD treatment. Love the staff and the program. I highly recommend them.”
“Scottsdale Providence is a thoroughly well put together treatment center, with staff who either are in recovery themselves with long time sober, or very knowledgeable of the disease of addiction and how to treat it. They cultivate a family environment at the house through inpatient, having clients prepare dinners for each other on a nightly basis, going on scheduled outings on the weekend, and much more. They also do a wonderful job of helping the recovering addict receive a conducive introduction into sobriety, taking you to meetings on a nightly basis while also incorporating H&I and a Big Book Study. They also make sure to keep ties with clients who graduate the program, always keeping an open door and offering counseling free of charge. I owe a great deal to SPRC, and each and every one of the staff. Shouts to Kacey, Dan, Shawn, AP$, and all the other family.”
“Great place with awesome staff. The staff really care about you, will challenge you to change and will call you out on your BS.”
“This is my second home. This place was here for me in my time of need and accepted me back with open arms. I cant explain the how much I value my friends i expect to have for life here and also the staff who are like apart of my family. If you are looking for people who know how to treat people you should put this at the top of your list for sure. Much love <3.”
“The level of care I received was unmatched. I could not have asked for better staffing or standards and they saved me from both my addiction and myself. In a way, they saved my life and I will forever be appreciative.”
“Scottsdale Providence center has been a great experience to me. It's helped me shape my life to become an outstanding person and understand me as a person, the staff here has been amazing and truly helpful to my recovery for addition and mental health. In the beginning I was very hesitant to stay but I stuck it out and I will say it was worth it bc I learn skills everyday to help begin to build my future. They helped me with financial problems and legal problems, they truly listen to me and I feel heard. Housing with the women's house has truly been a great experience for me to be able to adult and learn how to live with other people who have the same or similar struggles as I do.”
“Best treatment center I’ve been to. I was able to work on my mental health as well as addictions. Compassionate and supportive staff. I would recommend this place to anyone and everyone.”
“Scottsdale Providence changed my whole life. I walked in completely broken, drinking and using to survive, carrying years of trauma and pain I didn’t even know how to set down. I didn’t know what I needed. I just knew I couldn’t keep living the way I was bc it was killing me. From the second I got there, the staff saw me in a way nobody ever has. They understood me. They didn’t judge me. Everything they do has intention. Nothing is random. There is rhyme and reason behind every group, every boundary, every tough conversation, and every moment they push you to sit with yourself instead of running. And honestly, the people you meet here… they’re a huge part of the healing. The patients are amazing bc the staff creates a space where everyone feels safe and connected. You end up being transparent in ways you never have before. You hear everyone’s truth. You share yours. You feel seen and less alone. That kind of honesty changes you. Most of the staff are addicts in recovery too, with years and years of sobriety. That makes such a difference. They don’t talk at you. They talk with you. They get the addict mind. They understand the shame, the fear, the spiraling, the survival mode. They know what it feels like to want to quit and still feel pulled back in. You just feel understood on a soul level. They didn’t just help me stop drinking and using. They helped me understand why I did it. They got to the root emotionally, physically, and spiritually. They taught me tools I actually use every single day. They challenged me when I wanted to shut down. They held space for me when I couldn’t catch my breath. Not once did I feel judged. I felt guided. I felt held. I felt like my life actually mattered. Scottsdale Providence didn’t just help me get sober. They gave me my life back. They gave my kids their mom back. They helped me find myself again. If you’re scared or feel like there’s no way out, I’m telling you from my own heart, this place is real. This is where healing actually happens. I’m forever grateful.”
“Went in for mental health treatment and PTSD treatment. Love the staff and the program. I highly recommend them.”
“Scottsdale Providence is a thoroughly well put together treatment center, with staff who either are in recovery themselves with long time sober, or very knowledgeable of the disease of addiction and how to treat it. They cultivate a family environment at the house through inpatient, having clients prepare dinners for each other on a nightly basis, going on scheduled outings on the weekend, and much more. They also do a wonderful job of helping the recovering addict receive a conducive introduction into sobriety, taking you to meetings on a nightly basis while also incorporating H&I and a Big Book Study. They also make sure to keep ties with clients who graduate the program, always keeping an open door and offering counseling free of charge. I owe a great deal to SPRC, and each and every one of the staff. Shouts to Kacey, Dan, Shawn, AP$, and all the other family.”
“Great place with awesome staff. The staff really care about you, will challenge you to change and will call you out on your BS.”
“This is my second home. This place was here for me in my time of need and accepted me back with open arms. I cant explain the how much I value my friends i expect to have for life here and also the staff who are like apart of my family. If you are looking for people who know how to treat people you should put this at the top of your list for sure. Much love <3.”
“Great staff!! Amazing recovery center!! They actually care about the patients!”
“I was at my wits end with anxiety, panic attacks and agoraphobia. I wanted more out of life. Scottsdale Providence Recovery Center helped me to get my life back. I didn't have any substance abuse problems, but I learned along the way that for those suffering substance abuse, under the substance the other people were hurting just like me: depression, anxiety, past trauma, etc. Alex was extremely helpful and spent a lot of time with me before I even entered the program - I was scared to be left there alone (because of my agoraphobia) and he helped me take the giant leap of actually going into the program. He was very supportive and I am very thankful he didn't give up on me. Keren, one of the therapist there was the best therapist I have ever had! Her knowledge of trauma and her caring personality are above and beyond. This wasn't your superficial therapy - this was deep and meaningful from someone who takes the time to get to know YOU! Through the daily classes, you get to know all of the therapist there, and all of them are extremely knowledgeable, helpful and caring. This place definitely gives you the tools to 'do life' again with the right balance. I am so thankful that they are right here in town and I was able to find them. By finding them, they helped me find myself. Prior to going in I couldn't stay at work all work, I was having about 3 meltdowns a day, taking way too much anxiety medication and was terrified of being left alone. When I left Providence, I was able to return to work and actually focus, I was able to venture out into life by myself again, I had reduced my anxiety medication to a fourth of what I took going in (and it is still decreasing), and I have some peace in my life now. I was a prisoner in my own head and they helped me escape. Thank you SPRC. I am very grateful for your support!”
“Had an excellent experience and outcome. Staff was incredibly caring and invested in my recovery. All staff seemed to love helping people and were happy to be there for me. Houses are beautiful and comfortable and the facility is clean, modern and well taken care of. Felt like a family.”
“I really liked Scottsdale Providence and the care that they provided for me. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly and were always transparent in the treatment options and care. I would recommend this place to anyone!”
“I have been a client at SPRC since the end of May 2025. This place honestly saved my life. I was in the PHP house for my first 2 months, and while there were hard days, I could not be more grateful that I stayed. SPRC taught me not just how to sit with discomfort, but how to thrive in it. Before coming here, I was hopeless. I did 3 weeks at a residential treatment center in Tucson before I was booted due to insurance. Alex and the other staff at SPRC were incredibly gracious with my financial situation; they look at the clients as real people rather than numbers. Each therapist here made me feel cared for and understood in both groups and individual sessions. Working with Denise has expanded my view of past traumas and how those affect my decisions and actions today, and she has facilitated so much healing of my inner parts. Dr. Sarah and her OT team helped me significantly with understanding my underlying neurodivergence. If you are debating coming here or sending your loved one here, I can attest to it being an extremely compassionate, fun-loving, and respectful community. The people I’ve met here have become a family to me, so much so that I decided to return for IOP after taking time out of state. That’s not to say it’s an easy walk in the park; you will work here, and you will face challenges. But you will have people standing by your side throughout them all. I feel the team at SPRC genuinely wants the best for me and cares about my wellbeing and success living a sober, free life. All of my love to this place.”
“SPRC is the best rehabilitation center I’ve experienced, no doubt. Dan keeps it real with you all the time, whether you want to hear it or not. Shawn can be intimidating at times but is a big softie who deeply cares for his clients sobriety, and Nicole is very fun to irritate (she’s also a great case manager). Todd is a beacon of light and an awesome man, and Stephanie is fun to joke around with but also chat seriously with. I truly believe what I’ve learned here will apply to my life for the better, and the staff has left me with an experience I won’t ever forget. The atmosphere is comfortable and feels like a safe place to be vulnerable in. The staff is brutally honest and truly have your well being at the forefront of your treatment experience, and I certainly recommend it to anybody struggling with addiction or their mental health! 🖤”
“They have a very great facility, top notch clinical team, and their NP was great as she spent a lot of time getting to know me, correctly assessing, and providing the treatment best suited for my needs.”
“Great staff!! Amazing recovery center!! They actually care about the patients!”
“I was at my wits end with anxiety, panic attacks and agoraphobia. I wanted more out of life. Scottsdale Providence Recovery Center helped me to get my life back. I didn't have any substance abuse problems, but I learned along the way that for those suffering substance abuse, under the substance the other people were hurting just like me: depression, anxiety, past trauma, etc. Alex was extremely helpful and spent a lot of time with me before I even entered the program - I was scared to be left there alone (because of my agoraphobia) and he helped me take the giant leap of actually going into the program. He was very supportive and I am very thankful he didn't give up on me. Keren, one of the therapist there was the best therapist I have ever had! Her knowledge of trauma and her caring personality are above and beyond. This wasn't your superficial therapy - this was deep and meaningful from someone who takes the time to get to know YOU! Through the daily classes, you get to know all of the therapist there, and all of them are extremely knowledgeable, helpful and caring. This place definitely gives you the tools to 'do life' again with the right balance. I am so thankful that they are right here in town and I was able to find them. By finding them, they helped me find myself. Prior to going in I couldn't stay at work all work, I was having about 3 meltdowns a day, taking way too much anxiety medication and was terrified of being left alone. When I left Providence, I was able to return to work and actually focus, I was able to venture out into life by myself again, I had reduced my anxiety medication to a fourth of what I took going in (and it is still decreasing), and I have some peace in my life now. I was a prisoner in my own head and they helped me escape. Thank you SPRC. I am very grateful for your support!”
“Had an excellent experience and outcome. Staff was incredibly caring and invested in my recovery. All staff seemed to love helping people and were happy to be there for me. Houses are beautiful and comfortable and the facility is clean, modern and well taken care of. Felt like a family.”
“I really liked Scottsdale Providence and the care that they provided for me. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly and were always transparent in the treatment options and care. I would recommend this place to anyone!”
“I have been a client at SPRC since the end of May 2025. This place honestly saved my life. I was in the PHP house for my first 2 months, and while there were hard days, I could not be more grateful that I stayed. SPRC taught me not just how to sit with discomfort, but how to thrive in it. Before coming here, I was hopeless. I did 3 weeks at a residential treatment center in Tucson before I was booted due to insurance. Alex and the other staff at SPRC were incredibly gracious with my financial situation; they look at the clients as real people rather than numbers. Each therapist here made me feel cared for and understood in both groups and individual sessions. Working with Denise has expanded my view of past traumas and how those affect my decisions and actions today, and she has facilitated so much healing of my inner parts. Dr. Sarah and her OT team helped me significantly with understanding my underlying neurodivergence. If you are debating coming here or sending your loved one here, I can attest to it being an extremely compassionate, fun-loving, and respectful community. The people I’ve met here have become a family to me, so much so that I decided to return for IOP after taking time out of state. That’s not to say it’s an easy walk in the park; you will work here, and you will face challenges. But you will have people standing by your side throughout them all. I feel the team at SPRC genuinely wants the best for me and cares about my wellbeing and success living a sober, free life. All of my love to this place.”
“SPRC is the best rehabilitation center I’ve experienced, no doubt. Dan keeps it real with you all the time, whether you want to hear it or not. Shawn can be intimidating at times but is a big softie who deeply cares for his clients sobriety, and Nicole is very fun to irritate (she’s also a great case manager). Todd is a beacon of light and an awesome man, and Stephanie is fun to joke around with but also chat seriously with. I truly believe what I’ve learned here will apply to my life for the better, and the staff has left me with an experience I won’t ever forget. The atmosphere is comfortable and feels like a safe place to be vulnerable in. The staff is brutally honest and truly have your well being at the forefront of your treatment experience, and I certainly recommend it to anybody struggling with addiction or their mental health! 🖤”
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