Equinox Clearly has a lot to improve, I don't recommend it to anyone seeking for an efficient treatment.
About Equinox Counseling and Wellness Center
The Equinox Counseling and Wellness Center offers intensive outpatient counseling services for children and adolescents in Denver, Colorado. They specialize in treating an array of behavioral health conditions, including substance use disorder.
One unique part about this facility is that it combines holistic healing with evidence based care. Here, clients participate in individual and group counseling sessions, life skills training, and vocational development. The goal is to give them the tools they need to overcome their challenges and create a foundation for long term recovery.
To complement these treatments, they also offer therapy that incorporates recreation, adventure, and expressive arts. While in the program, you’ll participate in activities like rock climbing, backpacking, and mountain biking to grow your self confidence. There’s also art and music therapy to support personal reflection, and somatic therapies like yoga and meditation to cultivate your body awareness and reduce stress.
They offer age specific programs, as well as a comprehensive transition and aftercare phase. When you’re ready to become more independent, they’ll help you find supportive housing, search for a job, and connect to resources within your community.
The parent of a current client says they can’t think of another place that’s more likely to help their child succeed. They appreciate that this facility treats the whole family through counseling, activities, and even sibling coaching.
Latest Reviews
I am a local clinician and am sad to say that I can no longer recommend this agency or refer to them. They have harmed clients by abandoning them and have charged clients exorbitant fees unethically. They have very high turn over because they treat their staff in the same unfortunate manner, which is widely documented on Glassdoor and Indeed.Update with Reply:Equinox responding to reviews is ethically questionable considering HIPPA guidelines. The defensiveness and inaccuracy of their reply does demonstrate my concern and reason for posting a review. However, I appreciate that they used the term egregious. Unfortunately my experience and knowledge of Equinox is that their actions have been egregious. I also appreciate that they defined "abandonment", as they have dismissed clients for non-emergent reasons and did not collaborate with and support the family with proper referrals. (Since it was mentioned, professionally speaking, educational consultants are not an appropriate referral or a higher level of care. That was one of my concerns and the public may not be aware that such is not within standard practices of care in the mental health field.)To explain the financial concern, transparency in the contract was not the issue. Equinox charged a client approximately $10K for monthly tuition at the beginning of the month. An extremely high fee as is, but what was agreed upon in the contract. The issue was that Equinox then dismissed the client the next day after charging their card, and did not refund the client any of the tuition and kept the funds.The staff reviews on Glassdoor and Indeed speak for themselves and are of note because they align with what I noticed and with the treatment of clients that I am aware of. The reviews started many years ago and have been consistent. They are not reflective of the current trends in the market, rather of Equinox and the leadership.I felt it was my obligation to make these behaviors publicly known in an effort to advocate for ethical services in our field and a desire to protect the community. I do hope that Equinox takes feedback seriously as it stated.**Equinox removed/edited their original response after I posted my updated reply to them.
Response from the owner5 months ago
We greatly appreciate all reviews and approach all legitimate feedback and experience with the utmost consideration. At Equinox, our mission and values serve as the foundation of what we do and who we are, beginning with Service Excellence and Integrity. Please connect with our support team at info@equinoxcounseling.com if youwould liketo discuss these issues further.
Our son has a complex mental health profile and has received treatment from a variety of sources over the years. Equinox has been the right fit for our son and our family at this time in his life. We have been very impressed by the clinical sophistication and the ability to meet him where he is, which is in many ways fluid. The staff members are incredibly empathetic, knowledgeable, and devoted to building positive, sustainable change. We are very fortunate and grateful to have found Equinox.
Response from the owner5 months ago
It brings immense joy to know that we were able to meet and exceed your expectations. Your feedback truly motivates our expert clinical team to continue striving for excellence and delivering exceptional experiences to each and every one of our valued clients! Please know that your support means the world to us. We are incredibly grateful for your trust in Equinox Counseling & Wellness Center and for taking the time to share your positive experience with others. Gallery
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Accepted Insurance
Other Forms of Payment
Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.
Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Intensive Outpatient Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.
Aftercare Support Completing a drug or alcohol rehab program shouldn't spell the end of substance abuse treatment. Aftercare involves making a sustainable plan for recovery, including ongoing support. This can include sober living arrangements like halfway houses, career counseling, and setting a patient up with community programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA).
Treatments
The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.
Professional services are often necessary to recover from addiction. Drug rehab in Colorado provides the expert services needed to address the complex issues of addiction and help individuals start their recovery journey.
Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.
Programs
Teen Program
Teen programs are designed to address the unique pressures teens face, pressures that can drive them to experiment with dangerous, addictive substances. They need programs that meet them exactly where they are and give them tools for long-term recovery. Therapy can help teenagers understand and work through underlying issues so they can reclaim the life ahead of them.
Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
Program For Men
Men face specific challenges and concerns when seeking addiction treatment. Gender-specific recovery programs help them tackle these issues head-on in an environment that's focused, targeted, and distraction-free. It also gives them the opportunity to connect with and learn from other men who have been through a similar journey and can offer support for the next step.
Program For Women
Rehabs for women provide a safe, nurturing space for female clients to heal. These treatment programs consider the specific obstacles that women can face during recovery and place a special emphasis on mental, social, physical, and reproductive health. They explore how each woman's experience has shaped the trajectory of their substance use, addressing issues such as sexual abuse and past trauma.
Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
Clinical Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.
Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.
Creativity is inherently healing, and can help those in recovery express thoughts or feelings they might not otherwise be able to. Creative arts therapy can include music, poetry/writing, painting, sculpting, dance, theater, sandplay, and more. Unlike traditional art, the final product matters far less than the experience of creation and expression itself.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.
Eating disorders include anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and dysfunctional eating patterns. Many psychologists and other mental health professionals consider eating disorders to be food addictions, meaning food is being used in an addictive way (similar to drug or alcohol addiction). Certain substance abuse treatment programs will have treatment for eating disorders as one of the services offered. An eating disorder may also present as a co-occuring disorder or dual diagnosis alongside drug and alcohol addiction.
Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.
Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.
Fitness therapy blends exercise with psychotherapy for a fun, inspiring, and effective way of treating addiction and other issues. By incorporating movement into counseling sessions, clients become more empowered, motivated, and goal-oriented, all while strengthening their bodies and becoming more flexible. Fitness Therapy is usually used to complement a course of treatment (inpatient or outpatient) to make it even more successful. Increasing the connection between a patient’s mind and body helps both with healing as well as in creating new, healthy habits.
Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a clinical approach to helping people with substance abuse issues and other conditions shift behavior in positive ways. It is more goal-oriented than traditional psychotherapy, as MI counselors directly attempt to get clients to consider making behavioral change (rather than wait for them to come to conclusions themselves). Its primary purpose is to resolve ambivalence and help clients become able to make healthy choices freely.
Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.
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Accreditations
State Licenses are permits issued by government agencies that allow rehab organizations to conduct business legally within a certain geographical area. Typically, the kind of program a rehab facility offers, along with its physical location, determines which licenses are required to operate legally.
State License: Colorado
License Number: 473
Contact Information
(303) 861-1916 
600 South Cherry Street
Suite 217
Denver, CO 80246
Get Help Now - 800-985-8516
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Fact checked and written by:
Courtney Myers, MS
Edited by:
Peter Lee, PhD
