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Highlands Behavioral Health

8565 S Poplar Way
Littleton, CO 80130
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Highlands Behavioral Health System CO 80130

About Highlands Behavioral Health

They have an emergency inpatient service for clients who are experiencing a mental health crisis. You will be given an intake assessment to see if you need inpatient care. If you’re admitted to this program, you will normally stay between 5 and 7 days.

They have a full-time medically trained staff. They can provide you with medically assisted treatment if you need it. Once your mental health condition has stabilized, you can enter their outpatient program.

Outpatient treatment will consist of both group and individual therapy. Your individual therapy will be custom-tailored to you.

Therapists often use dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) to treat people with co-occurring disorders. This type of therapy teaches you to accept your circumstances and to change your reaction towards them. It also offers coping mechanisms for dealing with the kinds of situations that trigger your substance use.

They have several different kinds of group therapy sessions. They have gender-specific sessions. They also have sessions that concentrate on various mental illnesses.

They offer two kinds of outpatient programs. If your mental health needs are severe, you can enter their partial hospitalization program (PHP). This means you attend counseling full-time and go home at night. They also have an intensive outpatient program (IOP), in which you come in several times a week for a few hours a day for treatment.

Latest Reviews

Atticus Pierce
2 weeks ago on Google
5
It was lovely there, the people and the workers, i actually gotten better just being there and they help alot
Response from the owner1 week ago
Thank you for sharing your kind words about our team and environment. We’re glad to know your time with us was helpful, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to leave this feedback.
Alex V
4 weeks ago on Google
4
Place has treated me well and everyone including the doctor were understanding and respectful. But I’m not gonna lie, I keep getting calls from their billing office. Called back once to talk to the person who kept calling me. Left a voicemail to let me know when it will be a great time to call back. Never called back. And when she did, standard same message as the first time when I wanted to try and pay. But after that, life got busy and I’m not gonna call back. Billing department is a bit of a mess in my opinion. I’ll wait till it gets to a collection agency and I’ll go from there.
Response from the owner1 week ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We would appreciate the opportunity to work with you directly regarding your review. Could you please visit http://www.highlandsbhs.com/contact-us/ at your earliest convenience and provide us with your contact information? Thank you.
Chris Garduno
1 month ago on Google
5
They been good . To me they take safety serious which I like at first I was upset about the locked rooms but it encourages you to attend group and it passes time
Response from the owner1 week ago
Thank you for sharing your feedback about the focus on safety and how the group activities helped you pass the time in a positive way. We appreciate your perspective and are glad to know these aspects of our environment were helpful to you.
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Accepted Insurance

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Highlands Behavioral Health works with several private insurance providers, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Other Forms of Payment

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.

Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Outpatient rehabs offer a wide variety of services and levels of care to align with clients' unique and evolving needs. Outpatient care is best suited for clients who are stable and for those who wish to remain at home while receiving treatment. Clients typically receive addiction counseling and recovery-focused life skills training, including participating in evening, night, and weekend sessions to accommodate clients' schedules. Clients at an increased relapse risk may receive more frequent and intensive treatment.

Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.

Clients receiving care in an intensive outpatient program (IOP) engage in a minimum of nine hours of treatment per week on average. However, many intensive outpatient rehabs offer up to 20 therapeutic hours weekly. IOP services are ideal for those in early recovery or who are at an elevated risk of relapse. IOP may be chosen in lieu of inpatient rehab. Treatment modalities typically include psychotherapy, life skills training, medication assisted treatment (MAT), and holistic care.

Clients engaged in a rehab aftercare program have completed active addiction treatment and are receiving services designed to promote their sustained sobriety. Drug rehab aftercare typically encompasses a wide variety of medical, mental health, and social services meant to facilitate clients' reintegration into their home, workplace, and community. Clients typically collaborate with their case manager and/or recovery team to identify and access the services they need, often including peer coaching, career counseling, and care referrals.

For those that don't require round-the-clock care, a partial hospitalization program (PHP) is a short-term option that can be used as a step-down treatment or as an alternative to intensive hospitalization. PHP treatment requires up to 5 days a week of commitment where you'll receive 6 to 8 hours of support every day. While a partial hospitalization program typically requires a commute, telehealth may be available. PHP treatment costs can vary but are often covered by most insurance.

Detox can be dangerous if not properly supervised, making 24-hour clinical care in Colorado an essential tool in the recovery process. The constant monitoring by medical professionals helps individuals through critical stages of recovery. Medical professionals and addiction specialists are available 24/7 to provide medications that ease withdrawal symptoms and to treat any other issues that arise.

The process of medically assisted detox usually takes place in an inpatient setting while under the 24/7 care of a team of licensed medical professionals. It's considered the safest way to rid the body of all addictive substances and prepare you for a transition into either an inpatient program or various forms of outpatient rehab. The program length varies depending on your needs, but it typically takes about 5-7 days.

Treatments

Substance rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from substance abuse, including alcohol and drug addiction (both illegal and prescription drugs). They often include the opportunity to engage in both individual as well as group therapy.

Programs

Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.

Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Clinical Services

The main principle of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in Colorado is that substance use disorders are based on faulty thinking and behavior patterns. The goal of this treatment is to help the individual learn better ways of coping with challenges, which will lead to changes in thinking and behavior.

Dialectical behavior therapy is skills based and present oriented. You'll be asked to keep a diary of emotions and related behaviors and practice the skills you've been learning between sessions. The focus of skills development is on mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.

Group therapy in Colorado offers you a platform to share your stories about drug addiction and co occurring mental health conditions. You'll receive encouragement and empathy from peers who understand your journey, fostering a sense of community and belonging.

Men and women in Colorado have access to customized individual therapy sessions for drug and alcohol addiction treatment. These sessions explore your life experiences and patterns of substance abuse. Your therapist helps you recognize harmful behaviors and thoughts that empower you to make positive changes for lasting recovery.

Based on the couple's needs, couples therapy may take different forms. Your therapist will probably take an integrated approach, using techniques from several methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy and psychodynamic couple's therapy. The goal is to work through challenges and strengthen your relationship.

During family therapy sessions, family members in Colorado work with therapists to understand addiction as a disease that has affected the entire family. This approach fosters empathy and reduces blame on any one member. Promoting this collective effort helps to support the recovery process.

Participating in experiential therapy in Colorado brings awareness to the emotions and thoughts that affect your behavior. As you engage in an interactive or creative activity, your therapist will help you reflect on and analyze these patterns and develop healthy coping strategies to use in the future.

Amenities

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Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Vanessa Venezia, DR

Chief Medical Officer

Kelly Ulreich

Executive Director

Accreditations

The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.

Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes

Rehab.com regularly reviews this listing for accuracy but changes may occur between updates. For the most up-to-date information, please contact Highlands Behavioral Health.

Contact Information

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8565 S Poplar Way
Littleton, CO 80130

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2.32 (442 reviews)
Heather Hopkins
3 days ago
3

Was very confusing at times. Would have preferred to have time to have someone else review the forms I signed. Being alone and on meds I was not familiar with was uncomfortable

Response from the owner
Thanks for taking the time to share this review. Could you please visit http://www.highlandsbhs.com/contact-us/ and provide your contact information so we may be in touch with you personally? Thank you in advance for your time.
Cassity Hoven
1 week ago
1

1/2 If you want to visit Hell while you’re still alive, and want to end up almost dead, this is the facility for you. I had a bad reaction to a new medication and the er put me in psych. I have never been in psych before, I didn’t really understand what that meant. They said I was placed on a 72 hr hold and they said I would be transferred to a facility where they could manage my MANY and SEVERE health conditions. If these conditions are not managed properly, I could die. At the end of the intake process, I start to realize I’ve somehow ended up in the looney bin when this was a medical issue from the start. I expressed my concerns and the intake coordinator ASSURED me that they would be able to manage my health. I learned very quickly that was a lie. I was not given any food until 5 pm that day. I asked countless people to bring me snacks, and that I need specific food for my conditions, and was continuously told “not now, I’m busy,” “ask someone else” or was brought food I CANT eat, and then told “well we don’t have any of that.” One of my conditions requires a lot of salt, so I asked for potato chips, and told the charge nurse I couldn’t eat sugar bc of another one of my conditions. She said “well gluten and sugar are processed the same way.” I have this condition in my intestines, and it’s well known that one its largest triggers is sugar. They tried to get me to eat fruit countless times and they did not understand why I can’t eat sugar. I had a literal nurse walk up to me and say “what’s interstitial cystitis? It’s been a long time since I worked in med surge.” Well, med surge has absolutely nothing to do with interstitial cystitis. All you need is basic access to the internet. When she asked how I manage that at home, I said I typically use a heating pad, and she then replies “I CANT GIVE YOU A HEATING PAD. IT HAS A CORD.” Jesus Christ, I was answering your question. That’s why I didn’t ask for a heating pad. They told me that I was allowed to have the supplement I typically take for that condition, and when I went to the med window for it, they withheld that from me as well because it “hadn’t been processed yet.” I told countless professionals and nurses my concerns, and I was approved to be in my room during the day and have a room alone because I have a severe immune deficiency. Countless times, workers told me to get out of my bedroom and that I was not allowed to be in there. Both the intake coordinator and the manager approved me to be in my room, and it was on my check sheet. so that was complete bullshit. Then, at lights out, I find out I have a roommate. I go out and tell the nurse how serious my immune deficiency is, and she says “what’s that? I didn’t know it was that serious.” I have severe sleeping issues, and could not fall asleep. I was in immense amounts of pain as well. I went out to the nurse twice to see if there was anything they could give me to help. They gave me trazadone twice — come to find out, if you take trazedone with my current medications, THAT RUNS AN EXTREMELY HIGH RISK OF GETTING SEROTONIN SYNDROME. The nurse did not even check the interactions before giving it to me. This was also after they told me that they would only be giving me 1/4 of one of my medication doses, despite me telling FIVE MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS what my current dosing was. I said I would show them a photo of the bottle or show them an email from my psychiatrist to prove it, and that medication is used for my severe sleeping issues and high pain levels. I said this was not okay. When it got approved by their director, one of the nurses looks at me and rudely goes “see we got it for you. No need for that.” In the middle of the night, I began feeling even more sick and ill. I started vomiting, and could tell I was going to pass out soon. The nurse came to check on me and my C02 had dropped, my oxygen had dropped, and my blood pressure was extremely low. All things that could have been avoided if they’d actually managed my conditions and FED ME, by the way!

Response from the owner
Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We would appreciate the opportunity to work with you directly regarding your review. Could you please visit http://www.highlandsbhs.com/contact-us/ at your earliest convenience and provide us with your contact information? Thank you.
C.E.H
1 week ago
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They are awful!!!!! They don’t care about their patients. The psychiatrists can’t be bothered to even see you. No one bothers to even check what meds you need, they just give you what they want and withhold them when they’re being petty. They mock or get angry at people who are sick and treat everyone like their drug addicts even when you’re in there for depression. No empathy, no sympathy, just pure callousness.

Response from the owner
We would like to learn more about what happened and review your feedback with leadership. Please contact us through http://www.highlandsbhs.com/contact-us/ so we can follow up directly.
Eric Miller
1 week ago
1

I had a family member stay there. They were so cruel and uncaring for her medical needs and physical health issues that it put her in the ER. Go anywhere else. They will nod, smile, assure you they will care for your loved ones and then do nothing to follow through. Some staff even mocked or argued over giving out medical (non-psychiatric) medications that were already approved and inventoried. Every single issue took multiple phone calls only for minimal action to be taken and no information getting passed onto any other staff resulting in dozens of phone calls with half a dozen people for each and everything. There’s a reason why most hospitals around are in the high 3 stars to 4 stars and this one has 2.3. Its yell is 1.9 and frankly both are higher than deserved.

Response from the owner
Thank you for taking the time to reach out to us with your concerns. We take your comments very seriously and would like to learn more about your family member's concerns. Due to federal patient privacy laws, we can only discuss care with a patient or guardian; however, we encourage your family member to reach out to us directly by visiting http://www.highlandsbhs.com/contact-us/. Again, thank you.
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