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At a Glance
1 Accreditation(s)
Medication
Outpatient
Accepts Private Health Insurance
Accepts Public Health Insurance
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Overview
Located just off interstate 25 with breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains, Sandstone Care Colorado Springs Outpatient Center provides a scenic and serene environment for recovery. This facility offers specialized focus on teens and young adults, ensuring that every aspect of care is tailored to the unique needs of these age groups. Levels of care include intensive outpatient (IOP) and partial hospitalization programs (PHP). Sandstone also offers a blend of evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), alongside experiential therapies such as art and music therapy. Small group sizes provide an intimate environment for clients to heal and grow, with a serene, quiet setting and modern amenities ideal for a comfortable and relaxing stay.
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Location:
5731 North Academy Boulevard , Colorado Springs, CO 80918 Directions
- Ages Served: Adults (Ages 26-64), Young Adults (Ages 18-25), Youth (Ages 12-17)
- Genders Accepted: Female, Male
- Detox For: Opioids, Alcohol, Benzodiazepines, Cocaine, Methamphetamines
- Available Services: Transitional services, Recovery support services, Treats alcohol use disorder, Treats opioid use disorder, Mental health treatment
- Special Programs: Adolescents, Adult men, Adult women, LGBTQ, Past trauma, Mental health disorders, Young adults
- Languages Served: English
Age-Specific, Family-Focused Care
- Levels of care include a 4-week PHP program, a flexible 12-week IOP program to accommodate extracurricular, school, or work responsibilities, and a virtual IOP component for clients who are unable to commute to the facility.
- An emphasis on family involvement ensures virtual family group therapy sessions that foster healing for the entire family throughout the treatment program.
Comprehensive, Individualized Treatment Plans
- Treatment plans address substance use disorders including alcohol, marijuana, stimulants, and opioid addictions.
- Evidence-based therapies consist of CBT, DBT, and other treatment modalities that help sustain healing in daily living like life skills training and more.
Comfortable and Private Environment for Healing
- The Center provides academic and vocational support with in-house teaching staff.
Committed and Inclusive Staff
- Multidisciplinary team includes licensed counselors, psychiatrists, dietitians, and academic specialists.
- Staff is focused on creating a healing environment for teens and young adults and ensures family engagement is part of the recovery process.
Patient Reviews
- Many describe staff as compassionate, responsive, and supportive throughout treatment
- Alumni program receives praise for community connection and accountability
- Several reviewers highlight strong communication and helpful resource referrals, even when the facility wasn’t a fit
- Some reports of intake or billing miscommunication, leading to frustration
- Mixed experiences with mental health-specific care—some felt groups were more substance-use focused
- Individual staff members, like Giselle, Robert, and Mallorie, frequently mentioned positively by name
- A few negative reviews mention lack of follow-up or program mismatches for specific needs
Insurance Accepted
Private
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- Fidelis Care
- Florida Blue
- UPMC
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- Other Private Insurance
Public
Disclaimer: Additional insurance plans may be accepted. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage details, as this information may change.
Financial Assistance
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| Sliding fee scale |
Treatment
Treatment Setting
- Outpatient
- Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
- Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
- Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization
- Outpatient detoxification
- Regular outpatient treatment
Treatment Approaches
- Anger control support
- Brief intervention
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Incentive-based therapy
- Motivational interviewing
- Relapse prevention support
- Substance use counseling
- Trauma-focused counseling
Additional Support and Services
- Case management support
- Help with transportation
- Mental health support
- Social skills training
Counseling and Education
- Couples counseling
- Family therapy
- Group therapy
- Job training and educational support
- One-on-one counseling
- Substance use education
- Tobacco and vaping cessation counseling
Transition Support
- Discharge and next steps planning
- Ongoing recovery care
- Overdose prevention and naloxone education
- Post-discharge follow-up
Testing & Pre-Treatment
- Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
- Community outreach and support
- Intervention and education support
- Mental health assessment
- Mental health screening
- Substance use assessment
- Tobacco use assessment
- Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
- Substance use screening
Medication-Based Treatments
- Naltrexone (any)
- Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable)
- Buprenorphine with naloxone
- Clonidine
- Disulfiram
- Medication for mental disorders
- Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable)
- Naltrexone (oral)
Other Conditions Treated
- ADHD & ADD
- Anger
- Anxiety
- Bipolar disorder
- Codependency
- Depression
- Grief and loss
- Internet addiction
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Personality disorders
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Self-harm
- Stress
- Suicidality
- Trauma
Amenities and Experiences
Amenities
- Access to nature
Room Amenities
- Air conditioned rooms
- Internet access
- TV
Activities
- Art therapy
- Games
- Yoga
- Offsite outings
Setting
- Mountain
Policies
- Allows cell phones
- Allows internet access
- Smoking allowed in designated areas
- Vaping allowed in designated areas
Ownership Type
- For-profit
Reviews
Summary
- Staff provide valuable resources and follow-up assistance
- Compassionate and caring approach to customer service
- Professionalism and dedication to helping individuals and families