Addiction

Why Age Specific Care Makes a Difference Someone in their early twenties is in a very different stage of life than someone in their fifties. Young adults are still building their identity. They are trying to figure out careers, relationships, independence, and purpose. Add addiction or a mental health diagnosis into the mix, and it…

Recovery is not just about stopping the use of drugs or alcohol. It is about learning how to live — how to manage your time, make decisions, follow through on commitments, and navigate life’s responsibilities with clarity and confidence. That is why the integration of life skills and executive functioning into treatment programs is not…

At Choice House in Boulder, Colorado, we treat men with complex needs and overlapping challenges. We are dually licensed to treat both mental health and substance use disorders, which allows us to support the full range of what each client is going through. And one thing we have learned time and again is this: when…

When it comes to addiction and mental health treatment, the traditional model has relied on structured clinical settings. White walls, overhead lights, and group therapy rooms have long been the backdrop for getting help. But what if real healing begins by stepping outside? At Choice House in Boulder, Colorado, we believe that true recovery often…

When someone is struggling with addiction, the focus naturally centers on them. The person using. The person in crisis. The person who needs help. But what is often overlooked is the pain, confusion, and emotional weight carried by the people who love them most. That is why every family affected by SUD should have their…

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.…

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 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…

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…