Choice House Choice for Men - The Lookout

Committing to Recovery and Community

The three-phase continuum is built around accountability and peer support for men. The initial, 90-day residential phase, called The Lookout, establishes structure and safety, followed by transitional and structured sober living with intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) to practice skills while building a pro-recovery network. This progression suits men who benefit from routine, clear expectations, and daily connection with peers. These first 90 days provide men the full continuum of care while exploring their trauma and establishing their brotherhood of recovery.

Leaning on Nature and Adventure for Healing

Outdoor and experiential therapies are core to the program. Clients hike the Flatirons, climb, fish, and join periodic wilderness excursions that reinforce persistence, teamwork, and presence, all within reach of the Rocky Mountains. The active, nature-based model can be especially helpful for men who respond to kinesthetic learning and who able to engage in regular outdoor activity across the seasons.

Engaging Family to Bolster Recovery

Family participation is encouraged through education and therapy to improve communication and support healthier dynamics at home. This involvement helps men translate gains from residential care into real-world routines during step-down phases, while maintaining the support of both family and peers in Boulder’s broader recovery community.

Blending Holistic, Evidence-Based, and Community Approaches

Clinical services address substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns, from trauma to depression. Evidence-based therapies, relapse prevention, and mindfulness-based or experiential approaches are supplemented by options like somatic work, art therapy, yoga, and group therapy. This blend supports men who need trauma-informed care alongside practical coping skills they can use on the trail and at home.

Comfortable Spaces That Feel More Like A Mountain Lodge

The setting pairs mountain access with home-like interiors. The campus includes warm communal lounges with a stone fireplace and bookshelves, an inviting kitchen, and indoor/outdoor spaces for downtime. Bedrooms include desks and natural light, and common areas offer seating for groups and study. The overall look is lodge-style and functional, designed to feel lived-in rather than clinical, which can help men settle into a daily rhythm while they work on recovery skills.

Client Reviews

Choice House earns consistently high marks from clients and their families for its caring staff, strong community, and life-changing outcomes. Most reviewers credit the structured continuum and supportive environment for lasting recovery, though a few mention cost concerns or isolated communication issues.

• Staff & Care Experience (≈95% positive): Staff are described as compassionate, professional, and relatable—many in recovery themselves. Clients appreciate feeling understood and respected throughout treatment. “Choice House gave me my life back.”
• Community & Peer Support (≈95% positive): A strong brotherhood and alumni network stand out, helping clients feel accountable and connected long after discharge. “The brotherhood and alumni support made the difference.”
• Structured Continuum of Care (≈95% positive): Reviewers highlight the 90-day residential program followed by sober living and IOP as essential for long-term recovery. Many say this extended structure gave them the time and tools to rebuild stability. “The 90-day residential and sober living phases were worth every day.”
• Treatment Quality & Outcomes (≈95% positive): The vast majority describe life-changing results and sustained sobriety. Families and graduates alike share stories of transformation and gratitude. “Probably saved my son’s life.”
• Activities & Environment (≈90% positive): Clients praise outdoor and experiential therapies that make recovery engaging and enjoyable, along with the calm Boulder setting that supports healing. “I learned to have fun sober again.”
• Family Involvement (≈90% positive): Parents highlight compassionate communication and inclusive programming that help the whole family heal. “Our family is mending thanks to Choice House.”
• Access & Process (≈75% positive): A few note challenges with cost or admissions communication, though most still rate the experience highly and say the investment was worthwhile.