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Mile High Recovery Center

1201 E Colfax Ave
Denver, CO 80218
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About Mile High Recovery Center

Located in Denver, Colorado, Mile High Recovery Center started out as a sober house before growing into an addiction recovery treatment center. They primarily focus on helping individuals who are addicted to substances such as alcohol, amphetamines and heroin. If you don’t have insurance, flexible payment options are available.

Adventure Therapy in Denver

The facility uses adventure therapy to help build up clients’ self esteem and make them feel more confident they can overcome substance abuse. Throughout adventure therapy, you’ll experience different challenges and problems. You’ll learn to use your own resourcefulness, along with the support of your therapists and peers, to overcome your obstacles.

A few of the benefits of this program include promoting a positive outlook, relieving psychological fatigue and providing an outlet for negative emotions. It can encourage you to find other activities in Denver to deal with negative emotions, such as walking around the Denver City Park or viewing art at the Museum of Contemporary Art.

Treating Addiction Through Nutrition

One other unique service offered at this facility is the nutrition education program. You can participate in classes and workshops where you’ll learn about how to create meals with nutrient-dense whole foods along with strategies for maintaining electrolyte balance and staying hydrated.

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Latest Reviews

April B
2 weeks ago on Google
5
This place saved my life. If you are honest with yourself and you DO THE WORK, you will succeed. I loved the staff and the sense of community.
Response from the owner5 days ago
We'll share this with the team. The community here is something people build day to day, so it's good to hear it's holding up. Thank you for writing this.
Erik Maas
1 month ago on Google
4
Mile high has been a great support in my recovery. They offer group therapy and peer coaching for getting back on your feet. Great staff that really care.
Response from the owner5 days ago
Thank you for the feedback and the 4-star rating. We're not able to discuss anyone's individual experience, but we appreciate you taking the time to share this. If there's anything you'd like to raise with us directly, we're always glad to hear from you at (303) 268-2996.
Mica
1 month ago on Google
5
My name is Mica Turner, so ive been in this program for the last 1 1/2 to 2 months! This program has helped me recover and build myself up from rock bottom. This is a very great program to go through personally I think so! Kenna, Jeremy, john Rodgers, and bren, also darrien are great people here at mile high!!! Thank you guys for this opportunity
Response from the owner5 days ago
Thank you for the 5-star rating and for taking the time to write. While we aren't able to comment on any individual's experience, we appreciate the kind words about our team. We're glad you took a moment to share your feedback.
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Accepted Insurance

Please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Mile High Recovery Center 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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.

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.

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.

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

The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.

Professional services are often necessary to recover from addiction. Drug rehab in Colorado provides the expert services needed to address the complex issues of addiction and help individuals start their recovery journey.

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

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.

Clinical Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.

Equine therapy, aka equine-assisted therapy (EAT), is a form of experiential therapy that involves interactions and activities with horses. It does not necessarily involve riding horses, but all activities related to horses, such as feeding, grooming, haltering and leading them. A mental health professional frequently oversees the activities (often in conjunction with a horse professional), and helps patients process their thoughts, feelings, and behavior patterns during and/or after the interaction.

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.

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.

Therapists who employ motivational interview techniques seek to draw out the client's ideas about change and allow them to draw their own conclusions about the need for change. This method is often effective for clients who feel unsure about their ability to change or the need for change.

During trauma therapy, you explore the impact that a traumatic event has had on your life. Your therapist can help you develop strategies to manage the emotional and physical symptoms while improving emotional regulation. This improves your overall quality of life.

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.

EMDR is a therapeutic modality originally developed to help process trauma. In an EMDR session, a patient is prompted to undergo eye movements that mimic those of REM sleep. This is accomplished by watching a therapist's finger move back and forth across, or following a bar of light. The goal is repetitive sets of eye movements that help the brain reprocess memory, which can significantly reduce the intensity of remembered traumatic incidents. Associated memories can heal simultaneously, leaving patients significantly calmer, more stable, and more emotionally relaxed.

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

Life skills are traits you need to be successful during recovery, such as managing stress and interpersonal relationships. During rehab treatment in Colorado, you and your therapist will identify any skills that need to be developed and work on methods to strengthen them.

The right diet balances your body's dopamine levels, which are the natural "happy drugs" of the brain. Nutrition therapy helps you learn the best foods to eat to achieve and maintain this balance, which supports long term addiction recovery.

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

  • spa2 iconYoga Studio
  • home-setting iconResidential Setting
  • private-room iconPrivate Rooms
  • hiking iconHiking
  • mountain iconMountain Views
  • hiking-poles iconWalking Trails

Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Brice Hancock

Chief Executive Officer

James Shuler, DO, MS, FACOEP, FAWM, FASAM

Medical Director

Mark Bowman

Chief Financial Officer

Melissa Gelman

Operations Manager

Osvaldo “Ozzie” Cabral, MA, LPC, LAC

Clinical 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 Mile High Recovery Center.

Contact Information

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1201 E Colfax Ave
Denver, CO 80218

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4.7 (169 reviews)
April B
2 weeks ago
5

This place saved my life. If you are honest with yourself and you DO THE WORK, you will succeed. I loved the staff and the sense of community.

Response from the owner
We'll share this with the team. The community here is something people build day to day, so it's good to hear it's holding up. Thank you for writing this.
Jeannie Nguyen
2 weeks ago
5

Response from the owner
Thank you for taking a moment to leave a rating. We appreciate it.
Tyler Farrell
2 weeks ago
1

My experience with Mile High Recovery left me deeply disappointed, particularly regarding how my personal property, privacy, and access to my own technology were handled. One of the most troubling issues was my loss of access to my own iPhone, cellular service, Apple Account, Google account, and other personal technology. I was placed in a position where access to my phone and authentication methods was restricted, including circumstances involving two-factor authentication. For a recovery organization, taking away someone’s ability to communicate, access accounts, contact outside advocates, or manage basic personal affairs is an extremely serious matter. I previously addressed this concern in an Apple App Store review because I believe the technology and account-access issues deserve public scrutiny as well. My concern is not simply about an app—it is about whether a recovery provider should ever use control over technology or account access as leverage over a client. I also became increasingly concerned about how grievances and advocacy were handled. A person receiving recovery services should be able to raise concerns, contact an ombudsman or appropriate oversight organization, communicate with family or advocates, and maintain reasonable access to their personal property without feeling that doing so will result in retaliation or further loss of autonomy. Recovery is supposed to help people rebuild independence. Removing someone’s access to their own phone, accounts, property, and outside communication feels fundamentally inconsistent with that mission. I am sharing this review because I believe prospective clients and their families deserve to ask difficult questions before trusting a recovery provider with vulnerable people: * How are clients’ personal phones and electronic devices handled? * Can clients maintain access to their own Apple/Google accounts and authentication? * What happens when a client files a grievance? * Can clients independently contact an ombudsman or outside advocate? * What policies govern personal property and account access? * What safeguards exist against retaliation? I hope Mile High Recovery takes these concerns seriously and provides meaningful accountability and a clear explanation of its policies. People entering recovery deserve dignity, transparency, privacy, and a path toward independence—not fewer avenues to communicate and advocate for themselves.

Erik Maas
1 month ago
4

Mile high has been a great support in my recovery. They offer group therapy and peer coaching for getting back on your feet. Great staff that really care.

Response from the owner
Thank you for the feedback and the 4-star rating. We're not able to discuss anyone's individual experience, but we appreciate you taking the time to share this. If there's anything you'd like to raise with us directly, we're always glad to hear from you at (303) 268-2996.
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