Trauma Rehab Center in Scottsdale, Arizona
At Redefine Wellness & Treatment in Scottsdale, we offer trauma rehabilitation programs for PTSD, childhood trauma, complex trauma, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, physical abuse, neglect, and attachment wounds.
- Joint Commission Accredited
- Daily Neurofeedback
- Root-Cause Treatment
- Body + Brain + Mind Approach
- Understanding Trauma
Specialized Trauma Rehab in Scottsdale, Arizona
At Redefine, we treat trauma the way it actually works—not just in your mind, but in your body and nervous system. Our Scottsdale trauma programs include:
- Programs That Fit Your Life We offer a range of rehab programs that are flexible and structured to work with your lifestyle.
- Nervous System Focus We work with your body's stress response, not just your thoughts about it
- Neurofeedback Helps regulate the patterns keeping you stuck in fight-or-flight. Most clients feel more grounded in weeks, not months.
- EMDR, Brainspotting & Somatic Experiencing Trauma-specific modalities that process what talk therapy can't reach
- qEEG Brain Mapping We actually look at how trauma is affecting your brain, then build your treatment around what we find
We build your treatment around what we find, not a standard protocol. More tools, more options, better outcomes.
When You Need Intensive Daily Support
PHP makes sense when trauma symptoms are running the show—when flashbacks, dissociation, or emotional flooding make it hard to get through a normal day. This isn't about fitting you into a rigid schedule. We build your treatment around what's actually happening in your nervous system, adjusting modalities and intensity as you stabilize.
When You Can Balance Treatment with Life
IOP works when you need real trauma treatment—not just maintenance—but you can still function day-to-day. Maybe you're stepping down from PHP, or maybe your symptoms are disruptive but not disabling. Either way, we tailor the approach: which modalities, how often, what balance of processing versus skills work. Your life doesn't stop, and neither does your healing.
When You Need Focused, Accelerated Work
Retreats and intensives are for people who can't—or don't want to—commit to weeks of treatment. Executives who need discretion. Out-of-state clients. People who've done enough therapy to know what they need and want to go deep, fast. We design each intensive around your specific trauma history, goals, and timeline. No two look the same.
- Understanding Trauma
Trauma Treatment at Every Level of Care
Acute Trauma Treatment
Acute trauma results from single traumatic events—car accidents, assaults, natural disasters, violent crimes, or sudden loss. These experiences can leave the nervous system stuck in a heightened state of alert long after the event has passed.
- Nightmares
- Flashbacks
- Hypervigilance
- Startle response
- Avoidance behaviors
- Sleep disruption
Our Approach
Your treatment plan is built around what your nervous system actually needs. We have over 20 modalities available—including EMDR, somatic experiencing, and neurofeedback—and your clinical team determines which combination makes sense for you. No two treatment plans look the same.
Complex Trauma & C-PTSD Treatment
Complex trauma and C-PTSD develop from prolonged or repeated traumatic experiences. Unlike single-event trauma, complex trauma affects emotional regulation, self-perception, and the ability to form healthy relationships in ways that require a more layered approach.
- Emotional dysregulation
- Negative self-perception
- Relationship difficulties
- Dissociation
- Chronic shame
- Difficulty trusting others
Our Approach
Complex trauma often responds well to a combination of modalities working together. We have extensive training in EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic experiencing, and neurofeedback—your clinical team tailors which tools to use and when based on what's actually happening in your treatment.
Learn more about PTSD treatmentChildhood Trauma Treatment
Many of our clients don't initially recognize their early experiences as traumatic—they adapted to survive. Childhood trauma includes abuse, neglect, household dysfunction, and chronic instability. These experiences shape the nervous system, beliefs, and relationship patterns in ways that often don't surface until adulthood.
- Anxiety & depression
- People-pleasing
- Perfectionism
- Boundary difficulties
- Chronic self-criticism
- Attachment issues
Our Approach
Treatment focuses on understanding how early experiences created adaptive patterns that may no longer serve you—then building the capacities that couldn't develop in an unsafe environment. We draw from EMDR, IFS, attachment-focused therapies, and body-based modalities depending on what resonates with you.
Learn more about anxiety treatmentDevelopmental Trauma Treatment
Developmental trauma occurs during critical periods of brain development in infancy, early childhood, or adolescence. This type of trauma affects the fundamental formation of emotional regulation, attachment capacity, and sense of self in ways that differ from trauma experienced in adulthood.
- Emotional flooding
- Identity confusion
- Difficulty self-soothing
- Unstable relationships
- Dissociation
- Chronic emptiness
Our Approach
Treatment focuses on building developmental capacities that never had the opportunity to form. Neurofeedback can be particularly helpful for nervous system dysregulation that originated early in life. We also draw from attachment-focused therapy, somatic experiencing, and IFS—your team determines the right combination for you.
Learn more about emotional regulation treatmentRelational Trauma Treatment
Relational trauma is caused by harmful relationships with people who should have provided safety—domestic violence, emotional abuse, betrayal by intimate partners, harm from caregivers. This type of trauma fundamentally affects the ability to trust and feel safe in close relationships.
- Trust issues
- Fear of abandonment
- Codependency patterns
- Difficulty with intimacy
- Hyperindependence
- Attraction to unavailable partners
Our Approach
Because relational trauma occurs in relationship, healing also requires safe relational experiences. Our therapists are trained in attachment-focused modalities and understand that trust must be established before deeper processing can begin. The therapeutic relationship itself becomes part of the healing.
Explore our treatment programsMedical Trauma Treatment
Medical trauma results from ICU stays, life-threatening diagnoses, surgical complications, cancer treatment, traumatic childbirth, and chronic illness. Medical experiences can be deeply traumatic, yet this form of trauma is often minimized or overlooked. We take it seriously.
- Medical anxiety
- Procedure avoidance
- Body disconnection
- Health hypervigilance
- Intrusive memories
- Doctor/hospital phobia
Our Approach
Body-based modalities like somatic experiencing can be particularly helpful for medical trauma, as they help the body process overwhelming experiences. We also have EMDR, breathwork, and other tools available. Treatment is designed to restore a sense of safety in your body and reduce anticipatory anxiety about future medical care.
Learn more about anxiety treatmentVicarious Trauma Treatment
First responders, healthcare workers, therapists, social workers—repeated exposure to others' traumatic experiences creates cumulative effects on the nervous system that mirror direct trauma. We work with many professionals who have reached a breaking point after years of absorbing what others have endured.
- Compassion fatigue
- Emotional numbness
- Cynicism & burnout
- Intrusive images
- Sleep problems
- Withdrawal from loved ones
Our Approach
Helping professionals often feel they don't deserve support because others "had it worse." The nervous system doesn't make that distinction. Treatment includes processing accumulated traumatic exposure, restoring emotional capacity, and developing sustainable practices for returning to meaningful work.
Explore our Professionals Reset RetreatGrief & Loss Trauma Treatment
Traumatic grief happens when loss overwhelms the nervous system's capacity to process it—sudden death, suicide, violent loss, or circumstances that complicate natural grieving. Traumatic grief differs from normal grief in that it becomes "stuck" rather than moving through natural stages.
- Persistent yearning
- Inability to accept the loss
- Emotional numbness
- Bitterness or anger
- Feeling life is meaningless
- Difficulty moving forward
Our Approach
We don't impose timelines or stages on grief. Treatment focuses on helping the nervous system gradually expand its capacity to hold what initially felt unbearable. Somatic work is often essential—grief lives in the body as much as the mind. We help clients integrate their loss so they can carry it rather than be immobilized by it.
Learn more about grief treatment- Understanding Trauma
Every Trauma Story Is Different
"Trauma often shows up as patterns, not memories. The body tells the trauma story long before the mind can."
Brenna Gonzales, LPC, SEP, CMAT
Trauma-Focused Therapist
Trauma Memory Processing
Flashbacks, nightmares, and intrusive memories persist because the brain hasn't fully processed the trauma. These modalities help complete that processing so memories lose their emotional charge.
Nervous System Regulation
Hypervigilance, anxiety, and emotional reactivity stem from a dysregulated nervous system stuck in survival mode. These approaches train the brain and body to return to a calm, regulated baseline state.
Skills & Coping
Trauma disrupts the ability to manage emotions and tolerate distress without shutting down or reacting. These therapies build concrete skills for managing triggers, reducing reactivity, and understanding internal patterns.
Body-Based Healing
Trauma is stored in the body as tension, chronic pain, and disconnection from physical sensations and needs. Somatic approaches release what talk therapy alone cannot reach, restoring the mind-body connection.
- More Tools. More Options. Better Outcomes.
A Multi-Modal Approach to Trauma Recovery
- When to Seek Help
Signs You May Benefit from Trauma Treatment
When trauma significantly impacts your daily life and relationships, professional support can help. Trauma treatment therapy centers provide specialized care to process trauma and restore peace.
- Flashbacks, nightmares, or intrusive memories
- Hypervigilance or constant sense of danger
- Emotional numbness or difficulty connecting
- Avoiding people, places, or situations
- Sleep problems or persistent anxiety
- Difficulty trusting others or feeling safe
- Physical symptoms related to past trauma
How Treatment Works
Consultation
Free, confidential call to discuss your needs
Assessment
In-depth evaluation & brain-mapping
Care Plan
Personalized treatment tailored to you
Healing
Active treatment with 20+ modalities
Integration
Skills for lasting change in daily life
Real Connection, Support, & Healing
Our Scottsdale outpatient programs combine innovative neuroscience with proven therapeutic approaches.
- Testimonials
Healing in Their Own Words
“They made me feel at ease and understood.”
Chris Stonewall
“ Love the red light therapy!!”
Christine Driscoll
“Best Red Light Therapy in my LIFE!”
Dan Selmasska
“Laura is an excellent practitioner”
Dr. Jasmine
“What a blessing to have found and participated in treatment at Redefine Wellness.”
jen cutler
“I have never experienced such a professional and caring staff.”
Hunter Bratt
“The staff is so friendly and the facility is clean. ”
Gwen Johnston
“I love this facility. I have been doing Red-light therapy here for several months. ”
Robert Blume
“I was lost, unable to stand up for myself and stuck in anxiety.”
Presley Petersen
“The wellness center is stunning and the whole team has been very kind and helpful.”
Mackenzie Korus
“I’m so happy to say I would 100% recommend this place over and over”
briana medley
“The staff here are wonderful and compassionate. I definitely recommend this clinic!”
Beaunerism
“Receiving treatments here was 100% a game changer, I strongly recommend!”
Jae Sheck
“Highly recommend if you’re looking for something focused and personal.”
Scott Forbes
“Highly recommend!”
Jenna Wolf
“The entire staff at Redefine is amazing. ”
Brittany Whitley
“The staff is incredible—super friendly”
Jon Driscoll
“A beautiful location with wonderful staff”
Matt Sheehan
“They made me feel at ease and understood.”
Chris Stonewall
“ Love the red light therapy!!”
Christine Driscoll
“Best Red Light Therapy in my LIFE!”
Dan Selmasska
“Laura is an excellent practitioner”
Dr. Jasmine
“What a blessing to have found and participated in treatment at Redefine Wellness.”
jen cutler
“I have never experienced such a professional and caring staff.”
Hunter Bratt
- FAQs
Your Questions, Answered
How do I know if I need trauma treatment?
If you’ve experienced traumatic events and are struggling with symptoms like flashbacks, hypervigilance, avoidance, emotional numbness, or difficulty functioning—professional trauma treatment can help. Trauma treatment therapy centers provide specialized care for processing trauma safely.
Do you work with veterans and first responders?
Is trauma treatment different from regular therapy?
Yes. Trauma treatment therapy centers use specialized approaches designed specifically for processing traumatic memories and nervous system dysregulation. Standard talk therapy alone often isn’t enough for trauma recovery.
What is EMDR and does it really work?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a highly effective, research-backed trauma therapy. It helps your brain reprocess traumatic memories so they no longer trigger intense reactions. It’s recognized by the American Psychological Association and WHO as an effective PTSD treatment.
Do you treat co-occurring conditions?
Yes. Trauma often co-occurs with depression, anxiety, or substance use issues. Our trauma treatment therapy center provides comprehensive care that addresses all aspects of your mental health.
What insurance policies do you accept?
Most insurance plans provide coverage for intensive outpatient programs when medically necessary. We work with the majority of major insurance providers including Aetna, Cigna, Multiplan, UMR, BCBS, and many others. Our insurance specialists will verify your specific benefits, explain your coverage, and handle the authorization process to ensure you understand exactly what’s covered before you begin treatment.
Our Mission
At Redefine Wellness and Treatment, we empower healing by uniting mind, body, and spirit. Using trauma-informed therapies, neuroscience, and holistic practices, we deliver personalized care that fosters resilience, growth, and lasting transformation.
Our Vision
We aspire to create a world where access to transformative healing is available to all, empowering people to lead fulfilling, balanced lives.
Recognized by
Trauma Treatment Works
The research is clear: with the right treatment, most people with PTSD experience significant improvement. These numbers come from peer-reviewed clinical trials and meta-analyses.
84-90% of single-trauma victims no longer had PTSD after just three 90-minute EMDR sessions. For multiple traumas, 77% achieved the same result after six sessions.
60% of patients achieved full recovery from PTSD at 12-month follow-up after completing an 8-day intensive program combining PE, EMDR, and physical activity.
Meta-analysis of clinical trials found 79.3% remission rate with neurofeedback vs. 24.4% in control groups. FDA cleared for PTSD treatment in 2023.
Why Intensive Treatment Gets Better Results
Research shows intensive formats maintain 91% retention compared to 40% dropout in traditional weekly therapy. Less time between sessions means less opportunity for avoidance, faster momentum, and treatment gains that stick. At Redefine, we combine EMDR, somatic work, and neurofeedback in an intensive format designed to address trauma at every level.
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