Find Treatment Centers in Colorado
418 SAMHSA-verified facilities. 1,630 annual opioid deaths.
Quick Answer: Rehab in Colorado
Yes — Colorado has 418 SAMHSA-verified treatment centers offering detox, inpatient, outpatient, and medication-assisted programs. Most major insurance plans cover treatment under the Mental Health Parity Act. Medicaid covers treatment in all Colorado facilities that accept it.
Call (833) 546-3513 for free insurance verification and same-day placement assistance.
Key Treatment Concepts
The American Society of Addiction Medicine's six-dimension assessment framework used to determine appropriate level of care placement for each patient.
Income-based payment adjustment offered by many Colorado facilities. Patients pay based on ability, making treatment accessible regardless of financial situation.
Treatment approaches validated by peer-reviewed research, including CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, contingency management, and medication-assisted treatment.
Progressive treatment model starting with the most intensive services (detox, residential) and stepping down through PHP, IOP, outpatient, and aftercare as recovery strengthens.
Quick answer: Colorado has 418 verified treatment centers. Medicaid is expanded — many programs are free or low-cost for eligible residents. The overdose rate is 30.2/100k (#29 nationally, below the national average of 33.1). Top cities: Denver, Walsenburg, Longmont. Need help? Call (833) 546-3513.
Treatment Centers in Colorado
418 facilities found
Smarmore Castle Private Clinic
Ardee, CO
Smarmore Castle is a countryside detox and residential facility treating substance addiction, gambling and gaming addiction, and co-occurring conditions like de...
Mercy Home West Loop Campus
Denver, CO
Since 1889, the West Loop Campus has served as Mercy Home’s headquarters, providing a safe and stable environment for young men ages 11-24 in Chicago. This urba...
A New Outlook Recovery Services Centennial
Englewood, CO
Located in the Thrive Workplace building in Centennial , A New Outlook Recovery Services specializes in treating substance use and mental health conditions, par...
Region Six Alcohol and Drug Abuse (RESADA)
Las Animas, CO
Founded in 1977, RESADA is a non-profit organization in southeast Colorado helping individuals overcome substance use challenges. Owned by several counties, RES...
BHG Westminster Treatment Center
Westminster, CO
Nestled in Westminster, CO, Behavioral Health Group (BHG) is at the forefront of outpatient addiction treatment services, keenly focused on supporting our commu...
Eating Recovery Center The Woodlands
Denver, CO
Located in The Woodlands, The Eating Recovery Center specializes in treatment for adults, adolescents, and children with eating disorders and co-occurring menta...
The Redpoint Center - Glenwood Springs
Longmont, CO
The Redpoint Center’s Glenwood Springs location offers a personalized approach to treatment for adults with substance use disorders and mental health conditions...
Eating Recovery Center Bethesda
Denver, CO
Located in Bethesda, The Eating Recovery Center offers specialized inpatient, residential, and partial hospitalization programs for adults, adolescents, and chi...
Eating Recovery Center San Antonio
Denver, CO
Situated in San Antonio, The Eating Recovery Center offers specialized inpatient and day treatment programs for adults, adolescents, and children with eating di...
Lifespan Psychiatry of Colorado - Delta
Delta, CO
Lifespan Psychiatry of Colorado provides outpatient therapy and psychiatric care for adults and youth facing mental health challenges such as depression, anxiet...
BHG Fort Collins Treatment Center
Fort Collins, CO
In Fort Collins, Colorado, Behavioral Health Group (BHG) is a sought-after provider of outpatient addiction treatment services. We collaborate closely with loca...
Center for Behavioral Medicine
Boulder, CO
The Center for Behavioral Medicine (CBM) in Brookfield, Wisconsin, is an outpatient mental health clinic specializing in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) for...
Addiction Treatment in Colorado: What You Need to Know
Colorado has 418 SAMHSA-verified treatment facilities serving a population of 5,877,000. That's approximately 7.1 facilities per 100,000 residents. The state's drug overdose death rate of 30.2 per 100,000 is below the national average of 33.1 — ranking #29 nationally. With 1,630 opioid-related deaths reported annually, access to evidence-based treatment programs remains critical.
Insurance & Medicaid Coverage in Colorado
Colorado has expanded Medicaid under the ACA, significantly broadening access to addiction treatment for low-income adults earning up to 138% of the federal poverty level (~$20,783/year for an individual). Covered services typically include medical detox, inpatient/residential rehab, outpatient counseling, and medication-assisted treatment (MAT). In addition to Medicaid, most private insurance plans — including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and Humana — are required by the Mental Health Parity Act to cover substance use disorder treatment at parity with medical care.
The Overdose Crisis in Colorado
Colorado reports 1,630 opioid-related deaths annually with an overdose rate of 30.2/100k (below the 33.1 national average by 9%). Substance use disorder affects approximately 9.8% of adults in the state (national average: 7.2%). Colorado has enacted a Good Samaritan law that protects individuals who call 911 during an overdose emergency from certain criminal charges — encouraging bystanders to seek help. Naloxone (Narcan), the opioid overdose reversal medication, is available via standing order in Colorado, making it accessible without an individual prescription.
Types of Treatment Available
| Program | Duration | Cost Range | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Detox | 5–10 days | $1,000–$5,000 | Alcohol, opioid, benzo withdrawal |
| Inpatient Rehab | 28–90 days | $6,000–$30,000 | Severe addiction, co-occurring disorders |
| PHP (Partial Hospitalization) | 2–4 weeks | $3,000–$10,000 | Step-down from inpatient, intensive support |
| IOP (Intensive Outpatient) | 2–4 months | $3,000–$10,000 | Work/school compatibility, 9-20 hrs/week |
| Outpatient | 3–12 months | $1,400–$10,000 | Mild-moderate, stable housing |
| MAT | 6–24+ months | $5,000–$15,000/yr | Opioid use disorder, relapse prevention |
Medicaid covers most programs for eligible residents. Call (833) 546-3513 for free insurance verification.
Where to Find Help in Colorado
Treatment facilities in Colorado are concentrated in urban areas, with Denver leading with 121 centers, followed by Walsenburg (37) and Longmont (34). For residents in rural areas, telehealth addiction counseling and out-of-area programs provide alternatives. Browse our full Colorado directory to filter by city, treatment type, and insurance accepted.
Last updated: March 2026 · Written by the RehabHive Editorial Team · Sources: SAMHSA, CDC WONDER, KFF
Check Your Insurance Coverage in Colorado
Medicaid expanded — most plans cover treatment. Verify your benefits — free and confidential.
Understanding Treatment Options in Colorado
Effective addiction treatment requires at least 90 days in a structured program, according to NIDA research. In Colorado, treatment centers offer multiple levels of care along a continuum — from medically supervised detoxification (3-10 days) through residential inpatient programs (30-90 days), partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and standard outpatient counseling.
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) with buprenorphine, methadone, or naltrexone reduces opioid overdose deaths by 50% (CDC data). Many Colorado facilities now integrate MAT with behavioral therapies including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing for comprehensive dual-diagnosis care.
Treatment centers that match program intensity to individual patient needs achieve the strongest long-term recovery outcomes, according to NIH research. Most insurance plans cover substance abuse treatment under federal parity law. under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial plans and Medicaid must cover substance abuse treatment at parity with medical care.
Sources: NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.), CDC MMWR Vol. 72, NIH National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
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