Drug Rehab Boulder CO | Acqua Recovery
Expert Addiction Treatment in Boulder, Colorado
Acqua Recovery’s Boulder Drug Rehab Center provides comprehensive, evidence-based treatment for substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Our Boulder drug rehab programs combine clinical excellence with compassionate, trauma-informed care to help you overcome addiction and heal the underlying emotional wounds that contribute to substance abuse in the beautiful setting of the Rocky Mountains.
Boulder Drug Rehab Programs
The Intensive Outpatient Program at our Boulder drug rehab center currently meets Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 9:30am to 12:30pm. This program is specifically designed for Boulder County residents who need to balance their recovery journey with work, school, family responsibilities, or other life commitments. Our Boulder IOP delivers focused treatment through three-hour sessions three times weekly, allowing clients to apply recovery skills in real-world settings between sessions. The program incorporates evidence-based therapies including CBT, DBT, and our highly integrated Internal Family Systems approach. For many clients, our Boulder drug rehab center’s IOP serves as either a step-down from more intensive treatment or an initial intervention for those with strong support systems and less severe addiction presentations.
Our Standard Outpatient Program at the Boulder drug rehab center provides flexible, lower-intensity care for individuals who have progressed through higher levels of treatment or who need ongoing support while maintaining their full daily responsibilities. This level of care typically consists of 1-2 sessions per week, allowing clients to solidify their recovery skills while fully engaging in work, education, and family life.
The outpatient treatment program focuses on relapse prevention, continued behavioral health support, and addressing any co-occurring mental health disorders that may affect long-term recovery. Clients in our Boulder outpatient program benefit from individual counseling sessions with our experienced therapists, targeted group therapy, and ongoing connection to community support resources throughout Boulder County and the surrounding areas.
Our Boulder Partial Hospitalization Program provides the highest level of outpatient care available at our drug rehab center. Running Monday through Friday from 9:30am to 3:00pm (with a lunch break from 12:30pm to 1:30pm), this comprehensive program offers the structure and intensity similar to inpatient treatment while allowing you to return home each evening. At our Boulder drug rehab center, PHP participants engage in multiple therapeutic sessions daily, including individual counseling, group therapy, and specialized trauma treatment. This program is ideal for individuals who need significant support in early recovery but don’t require 24-hour supervision. Our Boulder PHP serves as an excellent step-down option for those transitioning from residential treatment or as a starting point for those who may need some extra stability and intensive addiction treatment.
Why Choose Acqua Recovery’s Boulder Drug Rehab Center
Acqua Recovery’s Boulder drug rehab center stands apart from other addiction treatment facilities through our unique combination of clinical excellence, personalized care, and trauma-informed approach. Our Boulder rehabilitation specialists recognize that addiction rarely exists in isolation—it often develops as a response to underlying emotional wounds, trauma, or mental health challenges. This understanding shapes our comprehensive treatment philosophy.
Our Boulder drug rehab team features highly credentialed professionals with specialized certifications in addiction treatment, trauma recovery, and mental health care. Our clinical team holds prestigious certifications as Certified Sexual Addictions Therapists (CSAT) and Certified Multiple Addictions Therapists (CMAT), as well as certified EMDR therapists, bringing exceptional expertise to our Boulder center.
Additionally, our staff includes:
- Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC)
- Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW)
- Professionals certified as Rainbow Advocate Educators (RAE) and Rainbow Advocate Clinical Specialists (RACS)
- Board Certified Addiction Psychiatry MD
- Trauma Yoga Therapist C-IAYT, E-RYT 500
At our Boulder drug rehab center, we recognize that addictive behaviors extend beyond substance use. Process addictions—compulsive behaviors involving activities such as gambling, internet use, shopping, sex, or work—often co-occur with substance use disorders and require specialized treatment approaches. Our clinical team has extensive training in addressing these complex behavioral addictions, with our directors holding advanced certifications from the International Institute for Trauma & Addiction Professionals.
Our Boulder center utilizes the renowned Patrick Carnes 30-Task Model within our process addiction treatment program, providing structure and clarity for those struggling with these challenging conditions. We understand the significant shame and isolation that often accompanies process addictions and create a judgment-free therapeutic environment where clients can explore the underlying factors driving these behaviors. Treatment includes specialized group therapy, individual counseling, and family education specifically focused on process addiction recovery.
Every client at our Boulder drug rehab center receives a thorough assessment to identify not just substance use patterns, but also co-occurring mental health conditions, trauma history, and individual strengths. This comprehensive evaluation allows us to create truly personalized treatment plans tailored to each person’s unique needs and recovery goals. Our Boulder addiction treatment professionals recognize that effective recovery requires addressing both substance use disorders and any underlying mental health conditions simultaneously, which is why our dual diagnosis approach is central to our rehabilitation programs.
At Acqua Recovery’s Boulder drug rehab, we understand that many individuals struggling with addiction have experienced significant trauma. Our trauma-integrated approach infuses every aspect of treatment with sensitivity to these experiences, creating a safe environment where healing can occur.
Our Boulder drug rehab center provides specialized, affirming care for members of the LGBTQIA+ community seeking recovery from substance use and co-occurring disorders. We recognize that LGBTQIA+ individuals often face unique challenges that can contribute to substance use, including discrimination, family rejection, internalized stigma, and lack of access to knowledgeable healthcare providers. Our clinical team includes certified Rainbow Advocate Educators (RAE) and Rainbow Advocate Clinical Specialists (RACS), ensuring our team has the expertise to provide truly informed and supportive care.
The Boulder recovery center creates a welcoming environment where clients can be their authentic selves without fear of judgment. Our treatment approaches address the specific needs and experiences of LGBTQIA+ clients, including:
- Recognition of how minority stress impacts mental health and substance use
- Understanding of the unique recovery challenges faced by transgender and non-binary individuals
- Sensitivity to different coming out experiences and their relationship to substance use
- Awareness of family dynamics and relationship patterns specific to LGBTQIA+ individuals
- Connection to LGBTQIA+-affirming community resources and support networks
Our commitment to affirming care extends throughout every aspect of treatment, from initial assessment to aftercare planning. We believe that recovery is most successful when individuals feel fully seen, respected, and supported in all aspects of their identity.
Evidence-Based Therapies at Our Boulder Drug Rehab
At Acqua Recovery’s Boulder drug rehab center, we implement a diverse array of evidence-based therapeutic modalities that have demonstrated effectiveness in treating substance use disorders, drug abuse, alcohol addiction, and co-occurring disorders. Our comprehensive approach combines traditional psychotherapy methods with innovative techniques to address the complex nature of addiction and promote lasting wellness and recovery.
Cognitive & Behavioral Therapies
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) forms a cornerstone of our Boulder drug rehabilitation program. This structured therapeutic approach helps clients identify and challenge the negative thought patterns that often drive addictive behaviors. Through CBT at our Boulder rehab, clients learn to recognize distorted thinking, develop healthier thought patterns, and implement productive coping strategies for managing cravings and preventing relapse. Our therapies address specific substances including alcohol use, opioid dependence, and fentanyl addiction.
Our Boulder recovery center places special emphasis on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which builds crucial skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness. These skills are particularly valuable for individuals who struggle with emotional dysregulation as a trigger for substance use. DBT helps our Boulder rehab clients develop the ability to sit with uncomfortable emotions without turning to substances for relief, a vital skill for maintaining sobriety after treatment.
Internal Family Systems Approach
Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy represents a key differentiator at our Boulder drug rehabilitation center. Rather than offering IFS as a single weekly group, we’ve integrated this powerful approach throughout our entire treatment program. IFS helps clients identify and heal different “parts” of themselves that may be contributing to addictive behaviors or carrying emotional burdens from past trauma, leading to greater self-understanding and internal harmony. This approach is particularly effective for clients with co-occurring disorders and those who have tried other treatment options without success.
Trauma Processing Therapies
For clients with trauma histories, our Boulder drug rehab offers specialized EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy on a case by case basis. This evidence-based approach helps process traumatic memories that may be driving substance use, allowing clients to heal from past wounds without relying on harmful coping mechanisms. Additionally, our Boulder center utilizes the Seeking Safety curriculum, specifically designed for individuals with both trauma and substance use disorders. These approaches are essential for creating the supportive environment necessary for lasting recovery.
Structured Recovery & Mindfulness
Our Boulder addiction treatment programs also incorporate Patrick Carnes 30-Task Model for facing addiction, providing a structured pathway through recovery, and Mindfulness in Recovery practices that help clients develop greater awareness of triggers, cravings, and emotional states. This specialized curriculum teaches practical mindfulness skills that support long-term sobriety and emotional well-being. We also integrate family members into the healing process through specialized family therapy and ongoing contact with the family, recognizing their crucial role in the recovery journey.
Holistic Drug Rehab in Boulder
At Acqua Recovery’s Boulder drug rehab center, we believe that true healing from addiction requires addressing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. While evidence-based psychotherapies form the foundation of our treatment approach, we complement these clinical interventions with holistic modalities that support comprehensive wellness and provide multiple pathways to recovery. Our holistic approach is especially beneficial for clients dealing with withdrawal symptoms and those who need alternatives to traditional medical detox.
Our Boulder addiction treatment program integrates creative arts therapies to help clients process emotions and experiences that may be difficult to express through traditional talk therapy alone. Art therapy sessions at our Boulder recovery center provide a non-verbal outlet for exploring feelings and trauma, allowing clients to externalize internal struggles through visual expression. Similarly, our music therapy program harnesses the powerful emotional connection many people have with music to facilitate healing, stress reduction, and emotional regulation during the recovery process, creating a supportive environment for healing.
The SpeakOut! therapeutic writing program at our Boulder drug rehab center offers a structured approach to processing emotions and experiences through creative writing. This specialized program helps clients develop greater self-awareness, process difficult emotions, and create meaningful narratives about their recovery journey. Many clients discover that writing provides a powerful tool for self-reflection and emotional release that continues to support their sobriety long after treatment ends, making it a valuable component of our aftercare planning.
For clients experiencing physical symptoms of withdrawal, cravings, or anxiety, our Boulder rehab offers AcuDetox, a form of auricular (ear) acupuncture specifically designed for addiction recovery. This evidence-based complementary therapy has been shown to reduce cravings, decrease anxiety and agitation, improve sleep quality, and enhance overall well-being during the recovery process. Many clients find that AcuDetox sessions provide relief from the physical and emotional discomfort that often accompanies early recovery, especially for those dealing with opioid addiction, alcohol addiction, or fentanyl dependence.
Our Boulder drug rehabilitation center also incorporates trauma-informed yoga to help clients reconnect with their bodies in a safe, mindful way. Many individuals with substance use disorders have experienced disconnection from bodily sensations as a result of trauma or as a consequence of substance use itself. Gentle, trauma-sensitive yoga practices help clients develop greater body awareness, reduce stress, and learn healthy ways to regulate their nervous systems without substances. This approach is particularly beneficial for clients with co-occurring mental health issues and those working through the detoxification process.
Experiential therapies such as psychodrama and Gestalt empty chair techniques round out our holistic approach at our Boulder drug rehab. These powerful modalities allow clients to actively engage in therapeutic scenarios that facilitate emotional processing, relationship healing, and resolution of unfinished emotional business. Through guided therapeutic role-playing and other experiential exercises, clients can gain new perspectives on past experiences and practice healthier ways of relating to themselves and others. These techniques are especially valuable for repairing relationships with family members that may have been damaged during active addiction.
Boulder Drug Rehab for Adults
Our Boulder addiction treatment programs serve:
- Adults 18+ seeking recovery in Boulder County, Denver and surrounding areas
- All gender identities
- Individuals with primary substance use disorders including drug addiction and alcohol use disorders
- People with co-occurring mental health disorders who need dual diagnosis treatment
- Those healing from trauma in a supportive environment
- Individuals needing specialized treatment approaches
- Clients needing various levels of care, from outpatient treatment to residential program referrals
- Individuals seeking support for safe management of withdrawal symptoms
- Family members affected by a loved one’s addiction who need support and education
Begin Your Recovery Journey at Our Boulder Treatment Center
The path to healing starts with a single call. Contact Acqua Recovery’s Boulder drug rehab specialists today to learn about our comprehensive addiction treatment programs in Boulder, Colorado. Whether you’re struggling with drug abuse, alcohol addiction, or co-occurring mental health disorders, our experienced team is ready to help you or your loved one find the path to lasting recovery in a supportive environment surrounded by the beauty of Boulder County in the Rocky Mountains.
Call Our Boulder Drug Rehab Now: (866) 830-4628
Acqua Recovery’s Boulder drug rehab center is in-network with Medicaid and UnitedHealthcare, and accepts many other insurance plans. Contact our admissions team today to verify your coverage.
