Last Updated on September 16, 2026 by
Alternative to Meds Editorial Team
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Alternative to Meds Center is an integrative mental health center, specializing in inpatient treatments for mental health issues and addiction.
Advantages of Inpatient Mental Health Treatment
Sometimes, we may assess that a hospital setting may, in fact, be needed for acute situations where a person needs to be stabilized as a priority in treatment. However, it has been found that treatment in caring residential settings can break the repeating cycle of hospitalizations when crises can continue to arise. At Alternative to Meds Center, the goal is to get to the root(s) of the problem(s). In these ways, we help our clients gain a firm footing, using practical and holistic tools, functional medicine, and benefiting from authentic, compassionate support as they journey back to natural mental health.1
Treatment Options in an Integrative Mental Health Center
It is the goal of an integrative mental health center to provide both safe and effective treatments2 for common mental health issues especially where earlier treatments proved less than satisfactory.
At our center, personalized treatment plans consist of a wide variety and blend of protocols.3 Examples are:
Holistic detox, utilizing sauna and other mild therapies to naturally rid the body of chemical dependency- Lab testing
- Medically assisted medication tapering
- Environmental medicine, to cleanse toxic residues from environmental exposure
- Improved and balanced neurochemistry function through cleansing and orthomolecular support
- Acupuncture
- Art therapy
- Ionic foot baths
- Equine-assisted therapy
- Personal counseling in various genres
- Colonics and Basti enemas
- Classes on neurochemistry health and maintenance
- Stress reduction techniques
- Yoga
- Nebulized glutathione treatments
- Massage
- Trainer-led exercise
- Outdoor activities, hiking, Qigong
- Peer-support groups to build lasting relationships
Clients are provided with these and many other types of therapeutic opportunities to foster healing and personal growth. Each client’s program is developed according to the exact needs of the client, within their level of tolerance, strength, etc.
Types of Problems We Help Clients to Overcome
Each person is an individual and requires a personalized treatment regimen. Our staff complement of over 60 licensed medical professionals has helped clients with such conditions as eating disorders, Tourette’s Syndrome, anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, narcolepsy, and a wide range of others.
For More Information on Alternative to Meds Center
Please contact us for detailed information about the kinds of help we offer, and to find out more about the facility, staff, insurance options, etc. We offer a broad range of services and have documented our success rate through an independently reviewed long-term study which we would like to share with you. We are happy to assist you or your loved one to find out more about Alternative to Meds, a residential, integrative mental health center in Sedona Arizona.
for our Integrative Mental Health Center Info
1. Lake, James “Introduction to Integrative Mental Health Care,” Psychology Today [INTERNET] 2017 Aug 15 [cited 2020 Jun 28]
2. Chekroud S.R., Gueorguieva R., et al, “Association between physical exercise and mental health in 1.2 million individuals in the USA between 2011 and 2015: a cross-sectional study.” The Lancet [INTERNET] 2018 Aug 8 [cited 2020 Apr 23]
3. Davey, G., “Overprescribing Drugs to Treat Mental Health Problems,” Psychology Today [INTERNET] 2014 Jan 30 [cited 2020 Apr 23]
Originally Published Apr 30, 2020 by Diane Ridaeus
ATMC Clinical Review Team
The ATMC Clinical Review Team includes licensed physicians and experienced healthcare professionals dedicated to ensuring the accuracy, quality, and integrity of our medical content. The team reviews articles for clinical accuracy, evidence-based guidance, and relevance while supporting Alternative to Meds Center’s whole-person approach to mental health, recovery, and long-term wellness.
Diane is an avid supporter and researcher of natural mental health strategies. Diane received her medical writing and science communication certification through Stanford University and has published over 3 million words on the topics of holistic health, addiction, recovery, and alternative medicine. She has proudly worked with the Alternative to Meds Center since its inception and is grateful for the opportunity to help the founding members develop this world-class center that has helped so many thousands regain natural mental health.