Find Treatment Centers in Colorado
418 SAMHSA-verified facilities. 1,630 annual opioid deaths. Help is available — and it works.
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
Correctional Psychology Associates
Denver, CO
Private outpatient center for adults providing individual and group therapy, dual diagnosis treatment, trauma counseling, and smoking cessation support.
Counseling Services of Longmont
Longmont, CO
Outpatient center offering comprehensive counseling services for adults, adolescents, and families with trauma-informed care and integrated mental health servic...
Creative Treatment Options
Denver, CO
Creative Treatment Options, located in Denver, Colorado, offers a dynamic outpatient program tailored to individuals dealing with substance use and co-occurring...
Creative Treatment Options Substance Abuse Treatment Services
Denver, CO
Creative Treatment Options in Denver, Colorado, is dedicated to transforming lives through innovative outpatient substance use treatments. Their holistic approa...
Decade2Connect
Golden, CO
Decade2Connect specializes in a family systems model for children and adolescents, providing care from outpatient sessions to a structured intensive outpatient...
Denver Health Community Detox Denver Health Behavioral Health Servs
Denver, CO
Denver Health Community Detox stands as a pivotal resource within Denver, CO, offering a multifaceted approach to substance use treatment. Combining outpatient...
Denver Health and Hosp Authority Outpatient Behavioral Health Services
Denver, CO
Denver Health and Hospital Authority’s Outpatient Behavioral Health Services in Denver, CO, offers vital support for individuals facing substance use challenges...
Denver Recovery Group Lakewood
Denver, CO
Integrated outpatient center offering comprehensive substance use treatment with therapy, counseling, medication-assisted treatment, and trauma-related counseli...
Denver Recovery Group West
Boulder, CO
Private outpatient center specializing in opioid use disorder treatment with therapy, counseling, medication-assisted treatment, and comprehensive aftercare ser...
Diversus Health Substance Use Services/Adult and Child
Colorado Springs, CO
Diversus Health Substance Use Services in Colorado Springs, CO, provides an inclusive outpatient program tailored for individuals confronting substance use and...
Dont Look Back Center
Aurora, CO
The Dont Look Back Center in Aurora, CO, serves as a vital resource for individuals seeking help with substance use and mental health challenges. This outpatien...
Empowerment Program
Denver, CO
Outpatient program for adults with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders, trauma-informed care, vocational rehabilitation, and HIV services.
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
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