When my family was going through one of the hardest times we’ve ever faced, we reached out to Summit Sanctuary—and what happened next truly changed everything. We’re deeply grateful for the care, kindness, and healing that followed. From the very beginning, Rob, Emily, Mike, and the entire team showed up with a compassion that felt genuine and personal. They created a space where we felt safe, heard, and supported. That kind of trust doesn’t come easily. What they offer isn’t a cookie-cutter program. It’s thoughtful, responsive, and rooted in real human connection. I’ve witnessed true transformation—and I know Summit Sanctuary played a powerful role in that journey. For any family navigating the complexities of mental health, this place is a rare and beautiful gift. They can bring joy back into your life when you feel like hope is gone.

This by far is the best place to go and get help if ur struggling with Mental Health or substance abuse. The team is top of the top, chief is Amazing.

Summit Sanctuary was a life saver for my family. Sending a loved one here was absolutely the right decision for our family. We had tried another facility and it was just not the right environment. Come here if you want to be surrounded by structure, good roommates, a staff that cares, beautiful surroundings and top shelf amenities. And not only was the location top shelf, but the staff was kind, loving and understanding. Being treated like a human is important in a time of need, and we definitely felt the love here!

*** This is my honest updated review *** After being back for a few months and reflecting on my experience at the Summit there are some vital things to take into consideration when choosing a facility. Please keep in mind I was there to focus primarily on mental health. First off - if you are local or a resident of AZ this is one of the best if not THE best facility and team to manage substance recovery and they have an incredible staff that do set you up for success and they WANT to be there. They are amazing. PLEASE reach out to their intake team no matter financial status if you are a local / resident because their level of care and accommodations are above any other "luxury" facility. They truly are a luxury facility. I still keep in touch with some people from my short stay there and they are thriving - the programme works. Now this is the most important part I felt obligated to share out of transparency. Their CEO as mentioned in my original post, Michael Goldman, is the most compassionate and sweetest individual. He is doing incredible work and will go above and beyond to ensure you are well taken care of and provided for. The ONLY complaint I have is about their COO Rob. Before you book with Summit please consider his role and credentials in your stay. When you seek help for mental health or recovery at this level you are in an extremely vulnerable state. Within my first 4 days one resident left due to inhumane treatment by Rob. I also left because of Rob shortly after her departure. Upon return to my home state I was recommended to seek additional therapy from my medical team due to the mental, physical, and verbal traumatization I experienced directly from Rob. Everything is recorded at this sanctuary on camera. I was fortunate enough to have a family member arrange my care - he dealt primarily with the COO Rob. After returning back, I was shown the correspondences between my family member and Rob / intake team. Rob not only communicated with my family member AFTER I revoked consent but he continued to message, call, and communicate via email things that were untrue about my stay. Things that were easily disproved with medical documents and conflicting statements sent from him to myself and my family. When approach by Rob he berated me in front of the nursing staff, against ER doctor orders gave me an ultimatum and told me to either participate or immediately leave (with no money or contacts in state). After deep diving into his background and credentials when everything came to light he should not be around vulnerable populations. I was not the only person in my group that felt this sentiment either. He was consistently condescending, insulting, physically and verbally inappropriate. I was uncomfortable, judged, and vilely manipulated under Rob. This place deserves 5 stars but in my right mind and conscience I cannot let others walk into this blind. It is something, especially if you are coming from out of state and dont have someone close by to advocate, to take into serious consideration. I will say when the CEO Michael is present, Rob does not engage in impervious behaviour. It took a lot of advocating and having a supportive family to understand the severe damage he had caused in such a short timeframe. Key take away points - if you are local and struggling do not hesitate to go. If you are a female (especially out of state) I would reconsider other options as long as they have Rob on-site. Seeing the way the employees act around him and how careful (almost fearful) at times was a red flag for me - he has a short fuse and hot temper. By no means is this meant to serve as a deterrent. It truly is a magical place. That being said, those are just a few things to take into consideration as everyone's situations and goals are different.

This was a sort of “Hail Mary” for my wife. We went through all sorts of medications and treatment for her insomnia/anxiety/depression. She had never had any mental health issues in her 38 years so this hit us like a ton of bricks. The staff here are incredible. Rob the CEO returned phone calls all days of the week. They helped me get through it as much as her. I was able to hear her get better week by week over the phone and was kept up to date by the staff. Rob is solid and if he tells you he’ll take care of something, he will. These people genuinely care. I can’t enough about how this place and people got my family headed back in the right direction. Started off with not a lot of hope and very apprehensive but finished very strong and with things looking great for the future. Huge thanks to the people at The Summit. From admissions all the way to the private chef that prepares their meals. These people are class acts and they work very hard to help people.

Mike and his team are absolutely phenomenal! The staff is not only professional and knowledgeable but also incredibly warm and approachable, creating an atmosphere that is both welcoming and uplifting. Every time I’m at the property providing pest control services, I’m genuinely impressed by the positive energy and the level of care they bring to everything they do. Their dedication, attention to detail, and genuine commitment to excellence truly set them apart. I recommend this team without hesitation.

The Summit Sanctuary is truly a standout when it comes to client care and dedication to excellence. From the moment you arrive, it’s clear that the staff genuinely prioritizes each individual’s well-being. They go above and beyond to create a supportive, compassionate environment where clients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their own recovery process. Their team is professional, attentive, and deeply committed to providing high-quality care tailored to each person’s needs. The level of communication, empathy, and follow-through is exceptional, and it’s evident that they hold themselves to the highest standards. If you’re looking for a place where people truly care and are invested in helping clients achieve meaningful, lasting change, I can’t recommend The Summit Sanctuary enough. They set the bar for what excellence in behavioral health care should look like.

I truly appreciate the staff at Summit! They are passionate, dedicated, and caring. I attended their 30 day program for mental health. The therapists, both group and individual are top tier. The home is gorgeous and the weekend activities were amazing! I am so glad I got a solid start to my healing with this team. ❤️ I cannot thank them enough and will be forever grateful. A special thank you to Emily, Jenna, and Ang for always going above and beyond!