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1st Choice Counseling

Drug Rehab Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado

  • Substance Abuse
  • Drug Addiction

1st Choice Counseling is a leading addiction treatment facility in Colorado Springs that offers holistic, client-centered services including a wide range of evidence-based treatments and support services for sustained recovery.

About This Colorado Facility

1st Choice Counseling is a premier addiction treatment facility in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The staff at 1st Choice focuses on providing holistic, client-centered services to individuals seeking help for addiction and substance abuse. Their individualized treatment plans include both counseling and support services in order to ensure long-term recovery. 1st Choice offers a wide range of services in both inpatient and outpatient programs, including individual, couples and family therapy sessions, nutrition and exercise guidance, educational resources, vocational and life skills training, as well as sober living homes.

At 1st Choice Counseling, they provide evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness techniques and trauma-informed care to help individuals manage symptoms of addiction, develop coping strategies, and improve overall well-being. These treatments are tailored to each individual's needs and history, in order to provide the best chance of sustained recovery. The staff also work to create an environment of acceptance and respect by providing group therapy, as well as one-on-one sessions with experienced professionals.

1st Choice Counseling is also accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). It is licensed by the State of Colorado Department of Human Services and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. The facility holds awards for their services, such as the CARF accreditation for excellent customer service. Additionally, the facility is equipped with state-of-the-art technological advancements, such as client portals and individualized monitoring systems, which allow them to continually assess and evaluate their clients' progress.

Genders
  • Male
  • Female
  • Gender Exclusive Center
  • Ages
  • Children
  • Teenagers
  • Adults
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Modality
  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Groups
  • Additional
  • LGBTQ+ Allied
  • Hearing Impaired
  • Veteran Specific
  • Smoking Allowed
  • Conditions and Issues Treated

    Using both legal medications and illegal substances in order to maintain an addiction is substance abuse. If you are taking more of your prescription, or earlier than the prescribed time interval between doses than is directed you may be abusing that medication. If you are obtaining legal medications illegally in or near Colorado Springs, CO, you may be suffering from substance abuse.

    Illegal substances can become addictive after a single use and lead rapidly to substance abuse. The professionals at 1st Choice Counseling are here to help.

    Levels of Care Offered at 1st Choice Counseling

    This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Drug Rehab, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.

    To assist with alcohol or opioid abuse, or a co-occurring condition, 1st Choice Counseling offers an outpatient treatment program. For their rehabilitation and other services, the Colorado patient will go to the treatment center, yet return home every night. After most of the program is completed, the level of mandatory participation reduces.

    Aftercare comprises services that help recovering addicts readjust to normal day-to-day Colorado activities. It can last a year or even longer. Services include individual and family counseling, medications to reduce cravings, and treatment of psychiatric and other medical conditions. Aftercare support begins once you have completed earlier stages of treatment.

    Therapies & Programs

    Attending group therapy at 1st Choice Counseling in Colorado Springs, Colorado allows those seeking sobriety to realize they are not alone in their battles. This is when a group of people all in different phases of recovery get together and speak about their battles. They talk about their triggers, their successes, their failures, and the things they can do to get on and stay on a sober path. These sessions also teach life skills, communication, healthy habits, and can include alternative types of therapy.
    The relationship between the thoughts, feelings, and actions of a patient is explored by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). As an alternative to turning to drugs and alcohol in Colorado Springs, Colorado, it helps to create a balanced response to thoughts and feelings. Effective communication between users and those around them is also encouraged. It is an efficient treatment for individuals suffering from all sorts of addictions, professionally provided by 1st Choice Counseling.
    Entering a 12-step program allows people to accept that they struggle with an addiction on their own terms. It breaks down the process into 12-steps that recovering patients can advance as they feel strong enough to do so. This is common in programs like NA and AA, and gives the patient at 1st Choice Counseling in Colorado Springs, Colorado the ability to self-help and move forward towards sobriety without feeling rushed.

    Payment Options Accepted

    For specific insurance or payment methods please contact us.
  • Health Insurance
  • Self-Pay / Cash
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Military Insurance
  • IHS/Tribunal/Urban
  • State-Financed
  • Sliding Scale
  • Additional Details

    Specifics, location, and helpful extra information.
    1st Choice Counseling Location and Directions
    Address Information2616 West Colorado Avenue Suite 7
    Colorado Springs, Colorado 80904 Phone Number(719) 424-7024 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    1st Choice Counseling Location and Directions
    Location

    2616 West Colorado Avenue Suite 7 Ste 7
    Colorado Springs, CO 80904
    (719) 424-7024

    Ownership
    Privately Owned
    Language
    English

    Colorado Springs, Colorado Addiction Information

    The Centennial State has slipped to a ranking of 12th in the country for drug abuse. Each year around 24% of the state's population uses illegal drugs while nearly 5% of its population abuses alcohol. Substance-related deaths in Colorado were responsible for 15.12% between 2008 and 2017. Fortunately, Colorado drug and alcohol addiction treatment are available to help a person overcome addiction.

    10.6% of Colorado Springs adults reported binge drinking and 11.7% of adults reported using illicit drugs. From 2006 to 2016, the number of drug overdose deaths more than tripled in Colorado Springs. Drug addiction can lead to a wide variety of problems, including crime, violence, and health issues. It's important to find a facility that offers the level of care you need to give yourself the best chance for success.

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