About Teen Challenge – Denver
Don’t let the name fool you – Teen Challenge in Denver, Colorado is a rehab program for adult men. The program did start as a teen rehab program but over the past 60 years they have expanded to offer programs for adult men and adult women too. Teen Challenge is a large organization and this particular Denver program is run by an organization called 180 Ministries.
This residential rehab is a faith based program. They use Biblical study as a foundation for recovery. Along the way they also help you develop skills that you’ll use in your sober life. You can expect to leave with work skills and coping skills as well as social skills that can empower your long lasting sobriety. You’ll also build a strong support system of other people in your Christian faith who are in recovery and value sobriety.
Teen Challenge Denver uses a seven step program that’s based on the spiritual education model of recovery. It usually lasts around a year but that can vary based on your needs and your progress.
Based on past clients it appears that this is a rather strict program. For some people this is exactly what they need for recovery while it’s not the right fit for others, so be sure to take into account what you’re looking for in a rehab.