Addiction
Why Families of a Struggling Loved One Should Work with an Outside Professional and How It Impacts Outcomes
You Don’t Have to Do This Alone When a loved one is struggling with addiction, mental health challenges, or both, it is easy for families to feel like they are supposed to fix it on their own. Many try. They search online for answers, read books, talk to friends, or rely on their own instincts.…
Why Choose 90 Days of Residential Treatment Over Shorter Stays
Real Recovery Takes Time – Why Choose 90 Days of Residential Treatment In a fast-paced world that thrives on quick fixes, staying in residential treatment for 90 days can be a big commitment. For some families, even 30 days sounds like a lot. But when it comes to healing from addiction and co-occurring mental health…
When to Hire an Interventionist for Your Loved One
When Love Alone Isn’t Enough We often get ask when to hire an interventionist for your loved one. Watching someone you care about struggle with addiction or mental health issues can be heartbreaking. You may feel like you have tried everything — talking, pleading, setting boundaries, giving second chances, or offering support. Maybe you have…
What Is Intervention: Demystifying a Scary Word
It’s Not What You See on TV For many families, the word “intervention” brings up anxiety. It might conjure images of emotional ambushes, uncomfortable confrontations, or even scenes from reality television where a struggling loved one is surprised by a group of concerned people. It is often dramatized and rarely explained in a safe or…
Understanding Today’s THC and the Risks of Psychosis
THC Today Is Not What It Used to Be This blog post is about understanding today’s THC and the risks of psychosis. Many people still think of marijuana as a harmless, even natural substance. For years, it was viewed as a safer alternative to alcohol or harder drugs. But the cannabis of today is not…
Life Skills and Case Management: How Our Integrated Personalized Approach Sets Our Men Up for Success
Life Skills and Case Management – Recovery Doesn’t End with Sobriety At Choice House in Boulder, Colorado, we believe recovery is not just about stopping a behavior. It is about building a new life that makes that behavior unnecessary. Sobriety is a starting point, but long-term success comes from structure, purpose, and the confidence to…
Trauma and Attachment Work
Healing the Root Causes of Addiction – Trauma and Attachment Work Understanding the Link Between Trauma, Attachment, and Addiction Addiction is often rooted in deep-seated emotional wounds. Many men struggling with substance use disorders have experienced trauma and attachment issues that impact their ability to form healthy relationships and regulate emotions. Choice House in Boulder,…
Experiential Treatment Modalities: A Hands-On Approach to Healing
The Power of Experiential Therapy in Addiction Recovery Recovery is about more than just talking—it’s about doing. Choice House in Boulder, CO, embraces experiential treatment modalities to help men engage in hands-on, immersive therapies that promote deep emotional healing. Many individuals travel from out of state to experience these dynamic and effective treatment approaches. Why…
Long-Term Inpatient Drug Rehab in Colorado
Finding the right treatment for drug addiction isn’t just about starting recovery—it’s about staying in recovery. For many individuals, short-term treatment programs may not provide enough time to address the complexities of addiction. That’s where long-term inpatient drug rehab comes in. In Colorado, long-term inpatient rehab centers offer extended care and support, giving individuals the…