Littleton, Colorado is a suburb of the ever-growing Metropolitan Denver area, and features a beautiful environment full of culture and family. Despite the beauty surrounding and located in Littleton, the city faces its own set of challenges when it comes to substance abuse.
As you begin the process of searching for the best treatment program for yourself or a loved on, there are a lot of factors to consider. You don’t need to travel out of state to get high quality treatment as there are great options locally in Colorado.
Determining what level of care is necessary can be extremely overwhelming. Talking to a knowledgeable treatment and mental health professional can help assess your needs, and guide you to resources that would be best for you.
The Denver office, located less than 10 miles from Littleton, serves teens and young adults who are struggling with mental health and substance abuse. This center is where our Intensive Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization, and After School programs take place, as well as our clinical assessments and parent support groups.
2102 University Park Blvd, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80918
(719) 249-3545
The Continuum of Care
Access a full range of treatments for mental health and substance use disorders. Whether you need a safe transitional living program, inpatient care, or outpatient treatment, we have a program to help.
Marijuana has become a way to self-medicate for underlying issues and it’s easy to become dependent on its use.
Studies have found that binge drinking & heavy alcohol use are problematic for young people.
Opioid misuse occurs when a person uses heroin or misuses prescription pain relievers like hydrocodone, oxycodone, and morphine.
Commonly abused stimulants include cocaine, methamphetamines, and prescription stimulants, like Ritalin, Adderall, and Concerta.
The Right Program: A detailed interview and assessment process with a clinical professional. Look for an organization that assesses physical and mental health, as well as qualifications for your loved one’s specific needs. Make sure the organization you’re considering has skilled experience with the the drawbacks your loved on is facing.
If the organization isn’t right for your substance abuse treatment, ask if they have referrals for a more appropriate fit.
Professional Team: Look for a licensed, experienced organization that focuses on a team-oriented approach, working together to support each client and their family. Find a team that includes individual and family therapists, substance abuse counselors, psychiatrists, and dietitians.
A highly credentialed team taking a holistic approach to care is critical to achieving successful outcomes from substance abuse and addiction treatments.
Safety: An organization that focuses on participant safety, both physical and emotional. Many people will discover through the treatment process that abstinence from all substances is the best choice for them. Through this journey, it is important to support participants in staying safe and reducing harm.
Find a support system you trust to aid your substance abuse and addiction treatment.
Mental Health and Trauma Training: Drug abuse and addiction generally co-occur with a mental health or trauma experience. It is important that a treatment program has the ability to treat not only substance abuse but also underlying mental health concerns and trauma.
Ideally, a program would have a psychiatrist on staff, and staff trained in trauma-informed care. A good support system believes recovery and healing are two sides of the same coin, and both are necessary for long-lasting success.
An Individualized Program: An organization that tailors the experience to the individual and their unique needs. Find a team that sees you or your loved one as a person and creates a support program based on what is needed. True change from substance abuse and addiction treatment comes from authentic connection and genuine investment.
Strengths Based: An approach that focuses on what is working and nurtures those activities, patterns, and behaviors to encourage health and vibrancy.
Evidence-Based Care: An organization that draws on research and time-tested practices for the best possible outcome. Research or ask about the therapy methods they use in addition treatment.
Family Oriented: Any large life challenge always affects and is impacted by the surrounding system. Find an organization that supports and integrates the whole family. No one walks the road to recovery alone.
Our 24/7 Medically supervised detox and inpatient program lasts 5-21 days.
We understand that you have your own unique story, so once you are safely stabilized, we listen to you about what has been going on and perform medical and psychological evaluations to get a better understanding of your individual needs.
Our comfortable private rooms and safe, supportive environment help you to recover from drug and alcohol addiction.
IOP lasts 8-12 weeks (on-site or virtual treatment).
Our after-school or after-work intensive outpatient programming helps teens and young adults overcome mental health and substance use challenges, while living at home and keeping up with daily responsibilities.
We provide individualized evidence-based treatment, promote family involvement, & provide you with the tools you need to reach lasting recovery.
Transitional living program lasts 2-6 Months.
Recovery is about more than simply abstaining from drug or alcohol use. It is also about developing a sustainable, balanced, and independent lifestyle.
Our transitional living homes are where young adults find support and structure early in the recovery process. Our homes are gender specific for men and women ages 18-30.
Littleton is home to many people struggling with a variety of substances, with opioids and methamphetamines sitting solidly at the top of that list. Heroin in particular takes a huge toll on those who become dependent on it, and addiction to heroin, meth, or other drugs often leads to a variety of health problems and even death.
In 2018, 301 people died of a drug overdose in Arapahoe County, seeing a steady increase in opioid related deaths in recent years. Suicide is the 7th leading cause of death and county residents have higher rates of alcohol-impaired driving. 9.7% of residents report having experienced poor mental health in the past year.
On what began as a normal day in Littleton on April 20th of 1999, tragedy overtook Columbine High School as two students opened fire on their peers. Twelve students and one teacher were killed, while twenty more were injured, before the two shooters took their own lives as well. In the wake of this tragedy, the mother of one of the shooters, Susan Klebold became very outspoken in advocating for mental health and suicide prevention resources.
Since a mental health task force was assembled in 2000, a variety of resources have been recommended and put in place. Bullying prevention programs, mental health and substance use assessments, and increased counseling services have all been implemented in Littleton. Local mental health professionals say this is largely in part to the things that were learned during the Columbine shooting.
The hardships that the students, faculty, and residents of Littleton faced following the disaster that occurred at Columbine High School have shifted and influenced the narrative surrounding the things that teens and young adults deal with, in particular mental health and substance abuse. Mental healthcare providers now have a greater and more defined understanding of the needs that teens and young adults have, and are better equipped to serve them.
In addition to seeking out support from addiction professionals, having a network of people that will build you up as you continue your sobriety is very important. Organizations like 12 Step Programs and SMART Recovery provide meetings that build up sober individuals and help to create a supportive community.
We understand taking the first step is difficult. There is no shame or guilt in asking for help or more information. We are here to support you in any way we can.
