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A Comprehensive Overview of Addiction Therapies

Get a comprehensive overview of addiction therapies at Mile High Recovery Center for effective treatment.
Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW
May 24, 2024 · 13 min read

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How Group Activities Support Relapse Prevention

Relapse prevention is a cornerstone of addiction recovery. For many individuals overcoming substance use disorders or mental health challenges, the risk of relapse remains highest during…
Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW
Mar 11, 2024 · 5 min read

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Recovery’s Dirty Little Secret: What Is The 12 Step Model & Its Relationship To Mental Health?

Mile High Recovery Center: Our Mission At Mile High Recovery Center, we believe the journey to healing is different for everyone. Since 2016, our warm and…
Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW
Mar 8, 2024 · 10 min read

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Mile High Recovery’s Comprehensive Approach to Early Recovery Skills

Our Team and Mission Mile High Recovery Center (MHRC), located in Denver, CO, has been a beacon of hope for individuals seeking holistic mental healthcare and…
Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW
Mar 7, 2024 · 10 min read

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What Drugs are Opiates
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What Drugs Are Opiates? The Natural vs Synthetic Opioid Distinction That Matters for Treatment

The word "opiate" gets used loosely, often interchangeably with "opioid," and that confusion has real consequences. Knowing exactly what drugs are opiates, how they differ from…
Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW
Mar 7, 2024 · 6 min read

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Family Involvement in Residential Treatment
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Mile High Recovery Center and Our Life Skills Group Colorado Options

A Life Skills Group Colorado Locals Can Trust Overcoming addiction and staying on track isn’t just about fighting the urge to fall back into old patterns…
Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW
Mar 7, 2024 · 10 min read

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Tips on How to Live a Sober Life

Building a Foundation for How to Live a Sober Life For many, the concept of a sober life can feel like a whispered promise shrouded in…
Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW
Mar 7, 2024 · 11 min read

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What to Expect in the First Stages of Addiction Recovery

Discover Mile High Recovery Center’s personalized care, skill-building sessions, and holistic approaches during early recovery from addiction.
Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW
Mar 6, 2024 · 4 min read

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Care Drug Rehab
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What is Extended Care Drug Rehab?

Recovery from drug and alcohol addiction doesn’t end once primary treatment is complete. Many people need additional time and support to adjust, practice coping skills, and…
Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW
Mar 6, 2024 · 4 min read

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Life Skills for Addiction Recovery
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Life Skills for Addiction Recovery

Beyond Sobriety: Building a Vibrant Life With MHRC Imagine hitting the reset button on life, where the slate is wiped clean, and a new chapter awaits.…
Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW
Mar 6, 2024 · 10 min read

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LGBTQ Dual Diagnosis Treatment Center: The Mile High Approach

What are the benefits of attending an LGBTQ dual diagnosis treatment center? How does MHRC foster an inclusive environment? Find out here.
Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW
Mar 6, 2024 · 11 min read

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average cost of depression treatment
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Average Cost of Depression Treatment 

What is the average cost of depression treatment? What are some methods of making mental healthcare more accessible and affordable? Find out here.
Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW
Mar 6, 2024 · 14 min read

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Recovery stories

Recovery Stories From Our Alumni

Jack

Meet Jack, a man who once could not go a day without drinking. Now two years sober, he shares how Mile High Recovery Center helped him regain control and rebuild his life.

Grace

Grace began drinking to escape the pain of childhood trauma. Today she is the Director of our Alumni Program and living proof that true transformation is possible.

Colin

From meth and fentanyl use to full recovery, Colin talks honestly about how the structured support at Mile High Recovery helped him find hope and start anew.

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