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Sandstone Care Teen Center at Cascade Canyon

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At a Glance

1 Accreditation(s)

Medication

Inpatient

Accepts Private Health Insurance

Accepts Public Health Insurance

Accreditations

The Joint Commission

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Substance Use Treatment Tailored for Teens

  • Sandstone Care provides age-specific residential treatment for substance use disorders to adolescents ages 13–18.
  • Treatment can involve a wide range of evidence-based therapies, such as dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), as well as art, music, equine, and wilderness therapy.
  • The program’s family-focused care model incorporates weekly family therapy sessions and promotes family communication and involvement.

Small Group Focus, Dramatic Mountain Setting

  • Located near Pike’s Peak and Colorado Springs, the facility offers a stunning setting for therapeutic and recreational activities such as hiking, horseback riding, and rope courses.
  • With a maximum of 22 residents and a typical stay of 45–60 days, teens get the individualized care and attention they need to pursue recovery.

Focus on Academic Success

  • Daily schedule includes group sessions, academics, fitness, experiential therapy, and personal time.
  • Teens receive individualized academic guidance that maintains the continuity of their education and promotes a successful return from Sandstone Care.

Accredited Therapists and Teachers

  • The treatment team is composed of a program director, a primary therapist, a family therapist, and a residential therapist.
  • Teens receive academic instruction, provided on-site, through Sandstone Care’s partnership with LearnWell Academy.

Patient Reviews

  • Many families report life-changing experiences and strong emotional support during and after treatment
  • Several parents describe improved communication, renewed hope, and meaningful recovery for their teens
  • Positive feedback on staff compassion, therapy quality, and family involvement
  • Some alumni say the program helped them develop coping skills and maintain sobriety
  • Several reviewers appreciated academic support and structured routines

Insurance Accepted

Private

  • Anthem
  • Aetna
  • Carelon
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst
  • Cigna
  • Health Net
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • MHN
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • GEHA
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • Other Private Insurance

Public

  • TRICARE

Disclaimer: Additional insurance plans may be accepted. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage details, as this information may change.

Financial Assistance

Provided Not Provided
Free
Payment assistance
Sliding fee scale

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Residential inpatient
  • Long-term residential
  • Short-term residential

Treatment Approaches

  • 12-step program support
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Relapse prevention support
  • Substance use counseling
  • Trauma-focused counseling

Additional Support and Services

  • Mental health support
  • Social skills training
  • Suicide prevention support

Counseling and Education

  • Family therapy
  • Group therapy
  • Job training and educational support
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Substance use education

Transition Support

  • Discharge and next steps planning
  • Post-discharge follow-up

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Mental health assessment
  • Mental health screening
  • Substance use assessment
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use screening

Medication-Based Treatments

  • Medication for mental disorders

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
  • Equine therapy
  • Healthy meals
  • In-house chef
  • Meditation rooms
  • Walking paths

Room Amenities

  • Air conditioned rooms
  • Outdoor space
  • Private rooms
  • Shared room options

Activities

  • Art therapy
  • Games
  • Music therapy
  • Yoga
  • Hiking
  • Job training
  • Life skills workshops
  • Offsite outings
  • Wilderness therapy

Setting

  • Lakeside

Ownership Type

  • For-profit

Reviews

Summary

(40)
  • Sandstone provides excellent therapy and support for teens struggling with addiction and mental health.
  • The staff is highly communicative and the therapy sessions are effective.
  • Sandstone offers a second chance and sets the foundations for a brighter future.
Sandstone Care Teen Center at Cascade Canyon

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