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Residential Treatment Program in Colorado


Residential Treatment Center in Boulder, Colorado that helps young adults (18-30) nationwide overcome mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use.

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Our Treatment Approach
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Young Adult Residential Treatment

Mental health struggles make everything harder. If you want to get away from it all and focus on true healing, our 30-45 day Young Adult Residential Treatment Program in Boulder, Colorado is just what you need.

Under the guidance of experienced mental health professionals, you’ll explore your mental health challenges through evidence-based therapies and find holistic solutions that work for you. You’ll meet peers who understand what you’re going through, and build a network of support as you move through a personalized treatment plan.

Come experience the tranquility and peace of Boulder’s natural beauty at our mental health treatment center. Let our caring staff and proven treatment services show you the way to lasting recovery, so you can get back to living your best life.

How We Are Different

Sandstone Care aims to drive positive lasting change in real people. We understand that you have unique needs, so we offer a more personalized residential care experience than you would find anywhere else.

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Age-Specific Care
Age-Specific Care

We are age-specific, not gender-specific. Our treatment is designed to fit your unique circumstances.

Evidence-Based Therapy
Evidence-Based Therapy

Our treatment interventions have been scientifically proven to provide consistent, lasting recovery.

Small Group Sizes
Small Group Sizes

You are more than a number, which is why we provide an intimate setting where your voice can be heard.

Individualized Treatment Plans
Individualized Treatment Plans

Each person is unique, and so is their recovery journey. Your treatment program will be tailored to your needs.

Academic and Vocational Support
Academic and Vocational Support

We want you to get the most out of life, which means feeling your best in the classroom or at your job.

The Family Component
The Family Component

Recovery involves the entire family, so we provide support for the whole family system.

About Our Residential Treatment Facility for Young Adults

Begin your healing journey at our welcoming Residential Treatment Center in Boulder, Colorado. Here you’ll experience diverse therapeutic treatments all designed support your growth – from hiking in the stunning Colorado wilderness to transformative individual and group therapy sessions.

Your daily life here includes chef-prepared, nourishing meals that support both your physical and mental wellbeing. Our exceptional staff-to-client ratio to ensures that you’ll receive personalized attention and care. Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, our Residential Treatment Program in Colorado allows young adults to find healing through meaningful connection with nature while benefiting from evidence-based therapies.

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Benefits of Residential Treatment

If you’re struggling to overcome mental health challenges through outpatient care alone, our Residential Treatment Program in Colorado offers the structured support and comprehensive care needed for lasting change. Here, young adults are guided through their challenges while building a foundation for an independent, fulfilling future.

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Serene Mountain Setting

The residential mental health center is nestled in the Boulder wilderness, offering breathtaking views of Colorado’s natural beauty. Our tranquil location provides the perfect backdrop for healing, with abundant access to fresh mountain air and trails.

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Professional Support

Your wellbeing is our priority. Our experienced clinical team provides 24/7 support in a secure, nurturing environment. With our low staff-to-resident ratio, you’ll receive the individualized attention needed to focus on your mental and emotional growth.

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Length of Stay

Our program typically lasts 30-45 days. You’ll work closely with your care team to develop a customized aftercare plan, ensuring a smooth transition back to daily life or to outpatient treatment. This comprehensive approach sets you up for long-term success.

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Chef Prepared Meals

Our in-house chefs create nutritious, delicious meals that accommodate all dietary preferences and requirements. Well-balanced meals support both physical health and mental wellbeing, and are an essential part of the recovery process.

Alumni Testimonial – Nick’s Inspiring Journey

From Chaos To Community

“As someone who has spent all of my life – up until the complete breakdown – ignoring my mental health, there’s no time like the present to start working on yourself.”

When Nick came to Sandstone, he’d been in and out of mental health programs with little to no success. Coming to Sandstone’s mental health facility was his final “Hail Mary,” and he hoped it would help him heal his mental health for good.

What he got was just that, and so much more. Listen to Nick’s inspiring story of how the program helped him understand his mental health disorders, develop compassion for himself, and build a community of friends and mentors.

Mental Health Treatment Options

Within our Residential Treatment Program in Colorado, we treat a number of mental health conditions and co-occurring disorders.

Our experienced clinicians will guide you through evidence-based treatment and holistic therapy so you can find lasting mental wellness, no matter what mental health issues you’re experiencing.

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Depression Treatment

Depression involves persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest in daily activities.

Anxiety Treatment

Anxiety disorders are thought patterns of fear, dread, and uneasiness that affect other aspects of your life.

Bipolar Treatment

Bipolar disorder involves cycles of manic episodes with high energy and depressive episodes with sadness and low energy.

Trauma & PTSD Treatment

Trauma is the emotional response to a specific event like an accident, sexual abuse, or a natural disaster and can result in post-traumatic stress disorder.

Attention Disorder Treatment

Attention disorders, such as ADHD, are marked by difficulty focusing, controlling impulsive behaviors, and over-activity.

Borderline Personality Disorder Treatment

Borderline Personality Disorder is characterized by unstable relationships and emotions, often leading to impulsive behavior and intense mood swings.

Explore Residential Mental Health Services

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Individual Therapy

In our in-person therapy sessions, therapists help each new patient work through mood disorders one-on-one, and develop their own values, strengths, and passions.

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Group Therapy

During daily support groups, you will interact with people in your age group, build healthy friendships, and see firsthand that you are not alone in your struggles.

The Family Component
Family Therapy

In family therapy, your therapist’s job is to help your family members recognize the roles they play within emotional family dynamics, and learn how they can best support you.

CBT

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of a few talk therapy modalities that has been scientifically proven to improve mental health outcomes by guiding changes in thinking and behavioral patterns.

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DBT

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a type of talk therapy that is based on CBT, but it’s specially adapted for people who experience emotions very intensely, teaching people healthier ways to cope.

ACT

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) teaches you to accept your thoughts and feelings while learning to recognize the difference between helpful and unhelpful mental experiences, leading to better emotional awareness and growth.

Our Clients Experience Reduced Levels of Anxiety and Depression

At Sandstone Care, we know disorders like anxiety and depression can have a profound impact on one’s ability to enjoy life. That’s why our treatment programming addresses both addiction and and mental illness.

In a recent study of people who completed treatment with us, the group reported a 57% decrease in anxiety symptoms. The same group also experienced a 78% decrease in symptoms of depression.

These are life changing numbers for our alumni. And for those experiencing addiction, they can be the difference between relapse and lasting recovery.

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The Continuum of Care

Care for Wherever You Are in Your Journey

Access a full range of treatments for mental health and substance use disorders. Whether you need a safe transitional living community, inpatient treatment, or outpatient therapy, we have a program to help.

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5-21 days of 24/7 on-site medical supervision.

Our Medically-Assisted Detox and Inpatient Center offers private rooms and 24/7 medically supervised care to support a safe recovery from drugs and alcohol, followed by comprehensive treatment that addresses your physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual needs.

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30-90 days of on-site 24/7 treatment.

We provide residential treatment centers (RTCs) for teens (13-18) and young adults (18-30), treating mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use.

Our teen RTCs treat adolescents in a serene setting with smaller group sizes and a focus on strengthening the family unit. The length of stay is 60-90 days. Our young adult RTC offers young adults a peaceful environment in which they can be treated for mental health challenges within 30-45 days. Both RTCs create a distraction-free space for healing, helping clients return to daily life feeling more balanced and well.

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Teen Residential Care Explained

2-6 months

Our Transitional Living Program can be combined with clinical programming to provide a comprehensive treatment experience for our young adult client’s struggling with substance use disorders.

Our homes are for individuals aged 18-30 and help clients establish a supportive community and learn life-skills, while increasing independence and personal responsibility.

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Transitional Living Program Overview

4 weeks of on-site day treatment.

Our Teen & Young Adult Day Treatment program, also known as Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), is a highly structured level of care that offers five days of robust programming a week.

Our mental health and substance use programming helps clients to stabilize, begin to understand their mental health and/or addiction struggles, and heal from them. We strive to help our clients become more like the person they want to be, without using negative coping strategies or substances to get there.

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PHP Explained

12 weeks of on-site or virtual treatment.

Our Teen & Young Adult IOP, or Intensive Outpatient Program, consists of 3-4 days of weekly programming that treats mental health challenges such as depression, trauma, anxiety, and substance use.

IOP includes individual therapy, group therapy, and family therapy. This flexible treatment option occurs in the evening hours so you can continue meeting your school or work responsibilities while receiving care.

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What is IOP?

Questions About Residential Treatment?

Our goal is to provide you with the most helpful information. Please reach out to us if you have any additional questions at (888) 850-1890. We are here to help in any way we can.

If you’re struggling to manage your mental health symptoms despite outpatient therapy or medication, or if your daily functioning is significantly impacted, residential treatment might be the next step in your healing journey.

Signs that you might need residential treatment can include difficulty maintaining relationships, trouble keeping up with work or school, persistent feelings of hopelessness, or thoughts of self-harm.

At our Residential Treatment Facility in Colorado, we offer comprehensive addiction and mental health care in a structured residential setting, where you’ll receive round-the-clock support in a peaceful, healing environment. Our small community of 12-24 residents ensures you’ll receive the personalized attention needed for meaningful recovery.

The most effective way to determine if treatment at a residential rehab center is right for you is to consult with a mental health professional. You can also reach out to our compassionate admissions team with any questions. They can help evaluate your needs, discuss our program in detail, and guide you through the next steps in seeking care.

Our admissions team can provide you with a comprehensive list of what to bring! Call (888) 850-1890.

Each individual’s treatment team consists of several experts who specialize in young adult mental health and addiction treatment. This includes our Program Director, Registered Nurses, Therapists, Doctors, a Discharge Coordinator, Medication Provider, and Family therapist.

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While we do not allow family or friends to visit in-person, we do allow virtual visits. This is to protect the safety of everyone in treatment. If requested, the family or loved ones can be kept informed throughout treatment.

We do offer medication management services to keep you on track with your current medications through our Colorado Residential Treatment Program. However, we do not offer medication-assisted treatment (MAT). MAT is generally used for stabilization purposes in medical detoxification settings.

Yes, smoke breaks are scheduled into the day.

Connection is key in recovery, and loved ones play a vital role in behavioral health and the overall wellness of a person. That’s why we provide individual family therapy sessions bi-weekly to examine the role the family plays in their life and to help encourage connection.

Our program also utilizes weekly Multi-Family psychotherapy groups to reinforce new skills being learned in groups, as well as a source of support and guidance during the treatment process.

You can begin the process of receiving treatment at our Young Adult Residential Treatment Program by calling our Admissions department at (888) 850-1890.

Sandstone Care Residential at the Alps

We help young adults and their families overcome challenges with mental health including anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction in Boulder, Colorado.

  • Address: 38619 Boulder Canyon Dr, Boulder, CO 80302
  • Phone: (720) 907-0742
  • Hours: 24 Hours
  • Levels of Care: Young Adult Residential, Assessments
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Let’s Take the Next Steps Together

We understand taking the first step is difficult. There is no shame or guilt in asking for help or more information. We are here to support you in any way we can.