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Recovery Coaching & Behavioral Health Services in Denver

Personalized support from professionals who have walked this road.

At Gold Standard Denver, we offer a full range of recovery coaching and behavioral health services designed around your life, not a one-size-fits-all program. Every service is delivered by licensed professionals with lived recovery experience.

Licensed Professionals

Lived Recovery Experience

Medicaid Accepted

Serving Denver Metro

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How We Support Your Journey

We address every aspect of your recovery through four core service areas. Each builds on the others, giving you a complete foundation for lasting change.

Recovery Coaching

One-on-one support from someone who gets it.

 

Behavioral Health Services

Mental Health that goes to the root.

 

Resource Development

The essentials you need to rebuild.

 

Individual & Group Sessions

Community and skills in a safe space.

One-on-One Support from someone who gets it.

Recovery Coaching

Recovery coaching is the heart of what we do. Your coach is more than a professional with a certification. They are someone who has faced addiction, overcome obstacles, and rebuilt their life. That lived experience means they understand your struggles on a level that textbooks cannot teach.

Together, you will build a personalized recovery plan based on your goals, your challenges, and your life. No cookie-cutter programs. No judgment. Just real support.

What Recovery Coaching Includes

Personalized Goal Setting

We start by understanding where you are and where you want to be. Your coach helps you set realistic, meaningful goals.

Crisis Support

Life throws curveballs. When challenges arise, your coach helps you work through them in real time.

Life Skills Development

From budgeting to communication, we help you build practical skills you need to thrive.

Resource Connection

Your coach connects you to housing, Medicaid, employment resources, and more.

Weekly Check-Ins

Consistent support keeps you on track. Your coach meets with you regularly to review progress and troubleshoot challenges.

Advocacy

Your coach advocates for you when navigating parole, social services, or healthcare.

How Recovery Coaching Works

How Recovery Coaching Works

  1. No-pressure conversation to understand your situation
  2. Thorough assessment using the 8 Dimensions of Wellness
  3. Recovery plan built from the ground up around your needs
  4. Weekly sessions to work through your plan
  5. Continuous connection to support services
  6. Help transitioning to independence with continued support available

Who Recovery Coaching Is For

  • People new to recovery who need guidance and accountability
  • Individuals reentering society after incarceration
  • Anyone facing a life transition who needs structured support
  • People who have tried other programs but need a personalized approach
  • Family members supporting a loved one

Frequently Asked Questions

How is coaching different from therapy?

Recovery coaching focuses on practical skills, accountability, and day-to-day problem-solving. Therapy diagnoses and treats mental health conditions. Many people benefit from both.

Do I have to be sober to start?

No. Gold Standard Denver meets you where you are and helps you take the next practical step.

How often will I meet with my coach?

Most clients meet weekly, but frequency can be adjusted based on your needs, goals, and current level of support.

Is it covered by insurance?

Some services may be covered by Medicaid or private insurance. Contact Gold Standard Denver to discuss your options.

Can I choose my coach?

The team matches you based on your needs. If the fit is not right, they work with you to find a better match.

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Behavioral Health Services

Mental health care that addresses the root causes.

Mental health and recovery are deeply connected. Many people struggling with addiction also face depression, anxiety, trauma, or other co-occurring conditions. Our licensed clinicians provide compassionate, evidence-based services designed to help you heal from the inside out.

Individual Therapy

One-on-one sessions with a licensed clinician in a safe, confidential space

Trauma-Informed Care

Approaches that prioritize safety, trust, and empowerment

Motivational Interviewing

Explore your own reasons for change

Co-Occurring Disorder Support

Integrated care addressing addiction alongside depression, anxiety, PTSD

CBT

Help identifying and changing negative thought patterns

Psychiatric Referrals

Connection to trusted psychiatric providers when needed

Our Clinical Approach

  • Person-centered care that recognizes you as the expert on your own life
  • Evidence-based methods including CBT, DBT skills, and trauma-focused therapies
  • Integrated treatment that addresses the whole person
  • Dignity and respect with no judgment, just compassionate care

Depression

Anxiety

PTSD

Grief

Adjustment disorders

Relationship challenges

Co-occurring disorders

Anger management

Self-esteem issues

Stress management

The essentials you need to rebuild your life.

Resource Development

Recovery is not just about staying sober. It is about building a stable foundation. That means having the basics: identification, benefits, transportation, housing, and employment. Our team knows the systems, cuts through red tape, and walks you through every step.

It is hard to focus on recovery when you are worried about where your next meal is coming from. When your basic needs are met, you have the mental and emotional bandwidth to do the deeper work of recovery.

Resources We Help You Access

Vital Documents

  • State ID / Driver's License
  • Birth Certificates
  • Social Security Cards

Benefits & Assistance

  • Medicaid enrollment
  • EBT / SNAP food benefits
  • Social Security disability
  • Other public assistance programs

Transportation

  • RTD passes & discounted transit
  • Bicycle programs
  • Driver's license reinstatement

Communication & Technology

  • Cell phones through Lifeline Program
  • Tablets & laptops
  • Internet access programs

Housing Support

  • Emergency shelter referrals
  • Transitional housing programs
  • Permanent housing resources
  • Landlord negotiation support

Employment

  • Job search assistance
  • Resume building
  • Interview preparation
  • Vocational training connections
  • Recovery-friendly employers

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Individual & Group Sessions

Build confidence, connection, and skills alongside your peers.

There is something powerful about being in a room with people who understand your journey. Our sessions bring together peers walking the same path, led by trained facilitators who create a safe, supportive environment.

Individual Support Sessions

  • One-on-one skill building
  • Intake & assessment sessions
  • Regular check-ins

Group Support Sessions

  • Peer support groups
  • Skills-based groups
  • Life skills workshops

Specialized Groups

  • Reentry support groups
  • Men's groups
  • Women's groups

What to Expect

  • Small, supportive settings of 6–12 participants
  • Trained facilitation
  • Confidentiality
  • Respect for all perspectives
  • Practical takeaways every session

Benefits of Group Sessions

  • Connection: Reduce loneliness and build a support network
  • Learning Gain new tools from others who have handled similar challenges
  • Accountability People counting on you to show up
  • Safe Practice Practice communication and new skills in a low-stakes environment
  • Hope See others succeed and know change is possible

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Our Approach: The 8 Dimensions of Wellness

Every service we offer is guided by this proven framework that addresses your whole life.

Physical

Health, nutrition, sleep, movement

Healthcare connection, healthy habits

Emotional

Understanding and managing feelings

Therapy, coaching, coping skills

Social

Healthy relationships and community

Group sessions, boundary-setting

Intellectual

Learning and engaging your mind

Education resources, skill-building

Occupational

Purpose through meaningful work

Employment support, vocational training

Financial

Managing money, building stability

Budgeting skills, benefits enrollment

Environmental

Safe, supportive spaces

Housing support, safety planning

Spiritual

Meaning, purpose, and values

Values exploration, purpose-driven goals

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Who Our Services Are For

We serve Denver, Arapahoe County, and Adams County, with expansion along the Front Range.

People New to Recovery

We help you build a foundation with coaching, resources, and support.

Individuals Reentering Society

We help you access IDs, benefits, housing, and employment.

Anyone Facing Hardship

Whether navigating a setback or a difficult season, we provide support.

— No pressure, just a conversation

How to Get Started

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Reach Out

Call (720) 772-8657 or send a message to start the conversation.

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Initial Conversation

A no-pressure discussion about where you are and how Gold Standard Denver can help.

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Build Your Plan

Schedule your first session and begin a personalized plan that fits your life.

— No pressure, just a conversation

Whether you need coaching, clinical support, resources, or community, we are here for you.

No judgment. No pressure. Just a conversation.

  • (720) 772-8657
  • contact@goldstandarddenver.com
  • 5039 S. Federal Blvd Ste 8, Englewood, CO 80110