AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins

AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins is a substance use treatment center in Fort Collins, CO.

Substance use treatmentDetoxificationOutpatientIntensive outpatient treatmentInsurance AcceptedAdult men
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At a Glance

Location

706 South College Avenue, Fort Collins, CO 80524

Primary Focus

Substance use treatmentDetoxificationTransitional housing, halfway house, or sober homeCo-occurring mental health and substance use treatment

Treatment Settings

OutpatientIntensive outpatient treatmentRegular outpatient treatmentOutpatient day treatment or partial hospitalizationOutpatient methadone, buprenorphine, or naltrexone treatmentOutpatient detoxification

Treatment Approaches

Cognitive behavioral therapyDialectical behavior therapyMotivational interviewingTrauma-related counselingContingency management/motivational incentivesRelapse preventionRational emotive behavioral therapySubstance abuse counseling12-step facilitationAnger managementBrief intervention

Special Programs

Adult menAdult womenGay and lesbian clientsCo-occurring mental and substance use disordersTransitional age young adults

About AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins

AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins offers outpatient and intensive outpatient programs for adults navigating substance use disorder and co-occurring mental health conditions in Fort Collins, CO. With CARF accreditation and a licensed clinical team, the center supports longer-term recovery through structured programming, peer support, and an alumni community designed to sustain sobriety well beyond discharge.

AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins is a CARF-accredited substance use treatment center located at 706 South College Avenue in Fort Collins, Colorado, serving adults in Larimer County who are seeking structured outpatient care for substance use disorder, alcohol addiction, drug addiction, and co-occurring mental health conditions. Rather than functioning as an acute crisis facility, AspenRidge Fort Collins is built around the kind of sustained, community-embedded recovery that helps people rebuild their lives over weeks and months — not just days.

The center offers two primary levels of outpatient care. The Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) runs in two formats: a 5-day-per-week schedule for up to 60 days, and a 3-day-per-week schedule for up to 90 days, allowing clients to match the intensity of treatment to their recovery stage and life circumstances. For those who need a more concentrated start, a PHP Day Program is available for up to 30 days, providing a higher-frequency structure while still allowing clients to return home each evening.

Clinically, the team at AspenRidge Fort Collins draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), group therapy, and peer support — a combination that addresses both the behavioral patterns underlying addiction and the relational accountability that sustains recovery. The clinical staff includes licensed professionals credentialed in counseling and addiction treatment, including an LCSW, LPC, LPCC, and licensed addiction counselors, led by a clinical director and assistant clinical director. After completing a program, clients can connect with an alumni community that extends the peer support network beyond formal treatment.

AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins serves adults and accepts a broad range of payment options, including Colorado Medicaid, TRICARE, private insurance, self-pay, and sliding-scale fees — making access to outpatient addiction treatment realistic for people across income levels. The facility operates 24 hours a day for intake and support purposes, and the first step toward enrollment is a benefits verification to clarify coverage and out-of-pocket costs.

Outpatient and IOP Programs Built for the Recovery Journey

For adults in Fort Collins who are past the immediate crisis stage and ready to commit to longer-term recovery, AspenRidge Recovery offers a tiered outpatient structure that meets people where they are. The PHP Day Program runs up to 30 days for those entering from a higher level of care or needing maximum early support, while the Intensive Outpatient Program offers two tracks: five days per week for up to 60 days, or three days per week for up to 90 days. That range of program lengths is meaningful — recovery is not a fixed timeline, and AspenRidge's structure reflects that reality.

Each format keeps clients connected to their home, work, and family while building the skills and peer accountability that make sobriety sustainable. The outpatient model is especially well-suited to adults who have family responsibilities, employment commitments, or community ties they want to maintain while in treatment — and who are looking for a recovery center that integrates into their life rather than isolating them from it.

Clinical Approach: CBT, Group Therapy, and Peer Support

AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins builds its clinical programming around Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, group therapy, and structured peer support. CBT helps clients identify and shift the thought patterns that drive addictive behavior, while group therapy creates a setting where individuals can process shared experiences with others in recovery — often one of the most powerful elements of sustained sobriety. Peer support extends that connection beyond scheduled sessions, reinforcing accountability within the recovery community.

The clinical team is credentialed across multiple disciplines — licensed clinical social work, professional counseling, and licensed addiction counseling — bringing a range of perspectives to substance use disorder and co-occurring mental health treatment. For clients managing both addiction and mental health conditions simultaneously, this breadth of licensure matters: it means the team is equipped to treat the full picture, not just one layer of it.

Alumni Community and Aftercare Support in Fort Collins

Completing a formal rehab program is a milestone, but staying connected to a recovery community afterward is often what determines long-term outcomes. AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins maintains an alumni community that keeps graduates linked to peer networks and support beyond their program end date. For many adults in recovery, that ongoing connection — knowing there is a community that understands the work they have done — makes a measurable difference in the months following treatment.

This aftercare orientation aligns with what research and lived experience consistently show: recovery is not an event, it is a sustained practice. The alumni network at AspenRidge Fort Collins is designed to be part of that practice, offering a community anchor for people who have completed an outpatient or intensive outpatient program and are building their lives in sobriety.

Payment Options and Access to Addiction Treatment in Fort Collins, CO

One of the most common barriers to entering a substance abuse treatment program is uncertainty about cost. AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins accepts Colorado Medicaid, TRICARE, private insurance, self-pay, and sliding-scale fees, which means that financial circumstances alone should not prevent an adult from beginning or continuing treatment. For those paying out of pocket, flexible payment plans are available for expenses not covered by insurance.

The enrollment process begins with a benefits verification — a straightforward step that clarifies what a client's insurance covers and what, if anything, they would pay directly. The center is open 24 hours a day, making it possible to start that conversation at any time. For adults in Larimer County and the greater Fort Collins area, AspenRidge represents an accessible entry point into structured, community-supported addiction treatment and recovery.

Why Choose AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins

  • Three distinct outpatient program lengths — up to 30, 60, or 90 days — let adults in recovery choose the intensity that fits their stage of the recovery journey
  • CARF-accredited treatment center with a fully credentialed clinical team including licensed addiction counselors, LPCs, and an LCSW
  • Addresses co-occurring mental health conditions alongside substance use disorder, supporting whole-person recovery in an outpatient setting
  • Alumni community provides ongoing peer connection after formal programming ends — a critical element for long-term sobriety
  • Accepts Colorado Medicaid, TRICARE, private insurance, and sliding-scale self-pay, removing financial barriers to sustained addiction treatment

Frequently Asked Questions

What levels of care does AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins offer?

AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins offers an Outpatient Program and an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). The IOP runs in two formats — five days per week for up to 60 days, or three days per week for up to 90 days. A PHP Day Program is also available for up to 30 days for those who need a higher-frequency starting point.

Does AspenRidge Fort Collins treat co-occurring mental health conditions alongside addiction?

Yes. AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins treats co-occurring mental health conditions in addition to substance use disorder, alcohol addiction, and drug addiction. The clinical team includes licensed professionals with credentials spanning counseling, social work, and addiction treatment, allowing the center to address both layers of a dual diagnosis.

Does AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins accept Medicaid or insurance?

AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins accepts Colorado Medicaid, TRICARE, private insurance, self-pay, and sliding-scale fees. Flexible payment plans are available for out-of-pocket costs. The first step is a benefits verification to confirm what a client's plan covers and what their expected costs would be.

Is AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins accredited?

Yes, AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins holds CARF accreditation, which is a nationally recognized standard for quality in rehabilitation and addiction treatment programs. CARF accreditation indicates that the center meets defined benchmarks for clinical care and organizational performance.

What therapeutic methods are used in the programs at AspenRidge Fort Collins?

The clinical programs at AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), group therapy, and peer support. These methods work together to address the behavioral patterns underlying addiction, build relational accountability, and foster connection within a recovery community.

What happens after completing an outpatient program at AspenRidge Fort Collins?

Graduates of AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins can connect with the center's alumni community, which provides ongoing peer support and connection after formal treatment ends. Continued engagement with a recovery community is a key element of long-term sobriety, and the alumni network is designed to sustain those connections beyond the program.

Who does AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins serve?

AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins serves adults seeking outpatient addiction treatment and recovery support in Fort Collins, CO and the surrounding Larimer County area. The center treats substance use disorder, alcohol addiction, drug addiction, and co-occurring mental health conditions.

How long are the programs at AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins?

Program lengths vary by format. The PHP Day Program runs for up to 30 days. The 5-day Intensive Outpatient Program runs for up to 60 days, and the 3-day Intensive Outpatient Program runs for up to 90 days. This range allows adults to match program duration and intensity to their individual recovery needs and life circumstances.

Can I call AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins at any time?

Yes, AspenRidge Recovery Fort Collins operates 24 hours a day, so you can reach the center at (970) 875-6116 at any time to ask about programs, begin a benefits verification, or get started with the intake process.

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