The Chrysalis Program

The Chrysalis Program at Sierra Tucson is a highly customized, patient-centered program within a safe and secure environment. Using an integrative model of care, we provide holistic treatment for those who need more structured support and personalized attention.

Gentle Approach

Patients who are admitted to the Chrysalis Program are those who may suffer from major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), delusions, eating disorders, PTSD, or bipolar disorder and can benefit from the program’s gentle approach along with the clinical excellence that has defined Sierra Tucson for more than three decades.

Personalized Experience

This subacute inpatient program, housed within our state-of-the-art, 30,000-square-foot, Joint Commission-accredited Copper Sky Building, is designed to serve those who require personalized treatment with wraparound services.

Therapy

Therapies are offered to residents based on a customized plan created by Sierra Tucson’s on-site clinicians and doctors. View a complete list of therapy options by clicking here.

Common Questions

How is the Chrysalis Program different from other Sierra Tucson programs?

Residents meet with their primary therapist four days a week and their psychiatrist every day. They also have somatic experiencing twice per week and access to art therapy.

Will I be transferred to another residential lodge during my stay?

Transferring lodges is based on an individual’s need.

My treatment experience taught me how to live. My life before was a fast track to death.

– Anonymous Client
Marks of Quality Care
These accreditations are an official recognition of our dedication to providing treatment that exceeds the standards and best practices of quality care.
  • Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA)
  • GeneSight
  • National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP)
  • National Association of Psychiatric Health Systems (NAPHS)
  • Neurostar
  • PsychArmor
  • The Joint Commission (JCAHO) Gold Seal of Approval