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Healing Begins with Belonging At Choice House, we understand that healing doesn’t happen in isolation. In this blog post we discuss why a focus on community creates the space for trauma and attachemnt work. For men recovering from addiction and working through trauma, the path forward often begins not with a breakthrough in therapy or…

More Than One Story at a Time At Choice House, we do not separate addiction from mental health. We do not treat them as two different issues that happen to exist at the same time. We understand that substance use is often a response to emotional pain, untreated trauma, depression, anxiety, or other challenges that…

Treating Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Together The Importance of Dual Diagnosis Treatment For many individuals struggling with addiction, substance use is only part of the equation. Co-occurring mental health disorders, such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, or bipolar disorder, often contribute to substance use and make recovery more complex. Choice House in Boulder, CO,…

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,…

Long-Term Treatment: The Benefits of a Minimum 90-Day Residential Program & Year-Long Continuum of Care at Choice House Overcoming addiction is not a quick fix—it’s a journey that requires time, commitment, and comprehensive support. Research consistently shows that longer stays in residential treatment lead to higher success rates in sustained sobriety. At Choice House in…

Depression is a complex and often overwhelming mental health condition, but there are innovative approaches that can provide hope and healing. One such approach is wilderness therapy, a treatment method that combines the therapeutic benefits of nature with structured activities and professional guidance. This unique form of therapy helps adults reduce symptoms of depression by…

Why a Full Continuum of Care is Essential for Lasting Recovery Addiction recovery is a journey, not a single event. For individuals to achieve lasting sobriety, they need consistent support at every stage of their recovery. Choice House in Boulder, CO, provides a full continuum of care in one location, ensuring that men receive the…

Gender-Specific Treatment: The Power of a Men’s-Only Rehab Program Why Gender-Specific Treatment Matters Addiction recovery is a deeply personal journey, and for many men, healing in a gender-specific environment provides the ideal setting for transformation. Choice House in Boulder, CO, offers a men’s-only treatment program that fosters strong brotherhood, deep personal growth, and a focused…

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…