- 2 residential programs within 10 miles
- 5 residential programs within 25 miles
- 7 residential programs within 50 miles
- Boulder County, Colorado · population 124,345
Talk with an independent helpline about residential programs near Boulder, what your insurance covers and how soon you can start. Available 24/7.
Call 866-825-1171Gay & Gay-Friendly Rehab programs closest to Boulder
NorthStar Transitions
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programIOP / PHPCentennial Peaks Hospital
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programIOP / PHPSerenity at Stout Street Foundation – Substance Abuse Treatment
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programAlcohol treatmentStout Street Foundation – Substance Abuse Treatment
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programDrug treatmentDenver Health Community Detox – Denver Health Behavioral Health Servs
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programAlcohol treatmentNew Beginnings Recovery Center – (NBRC)
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programIOP / PHPNarconon Colorado – A Life Worth Saving
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programAlcohol treatmentEvery listing comes from the SAMHSA National Directory of Substance Use Treatment Facilities, where the facility reported offering a program or group for LGBTQ clients; ratings come from public business data. Services change, so confirm details with the program. See all residential programs in Colorado.
What the programs near Boulder offer
Of the 7 listed programs shown here, 5 accept private insurance, 6 offer trauma-related counseling, 7 offer cognitive behavioral therapy, 2 offer a sliding fee scale, 3 offer telehealth, 7 provide inpatient or residential care, 4 treat co-occurring mental health conditions, and 6 run a program for clients with HIV. Always confirm with the program before you go.
Levels of care within 25 miles of Boulder
Counts of residential programs that report each service to SAMHSA, out of 5 residential programs within 25 miles.
| Service | Programs |
|---|---|
| Residential treatment | 5 |
| Hospital inpatient care | 1 |
| Detox services | 3 |
| Partial hospitalization (PHP) | 2 |
| Intensive outpatient (IOP) | 2 |
| Regular outpatient | 2 |
| Trauma-related counseling | 5 |
| Telehealth | 3 |
Nearby cities to compare
| City | Distance from Boulder | Gay & Gay-Friendly Rehab programs within 10 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Gunbarrel, CO | 5 miles | 2 |
| Louisville, CO | 7 miles | 2 |
| Superior, CO | 8 miles | 2 |
| Lafayette, CO | 8 miles | 2 |
| Erie, CO | 11 miles | 1 |
Why LGBTQ-specific care can matter
Research summarized by the National Institute on Drug Abuse finds that sexual and gender minority people report higher rates of substance use and substance use disorders than the general population. Researchers often explain the gap with minority stress: the extra, ongoing strain of stigma, discrimination and having to stay on guard.
A program with an LGBTQ group gives you a place to talk about those pressures with people who share them, instead of working around them.
What gay-friendly rehab looks like
The programs on this page are residential or hospital programs that report both an LGBTQ program or group and a program for adult men to SAMHSA. That doesn't mean they serve only gay men; it means they have structured groups where gay, bisexual and queer clients can talk openly.
Residential care gives you distance from triggers, a daily structure of therapy and support, and time to rebuild routines in Boulder or wherever home is.
Outpatient treatment near Boulder
Not every situation calls for a residential stay. We list 38 programs within 25 miles of Boulder that report intensive outpatient, day treatment or regular outpatient services. Outpatient care works best when home is stable and supportive; it's also the usual next step after residential treatment.
Local resources in Boulder
LGBTQ community support
Out Boulder County runs Pride in Recovery, a peer-led substance use recovery program for LGBTQ+ people that offers harm reduction and relapse prevention groups, recovery coaching and case management. The organization also provides an entry point for short-term mental health therapy and case management.
Local health department
Boulder County Public Health runs The Works Program, a free and anonymous harm reduction service for people who use drugs and their loved ones. It offers sterile supplies, naloxone, fentanyl test strips, overdose education, HIV and hepatitis C testing, and help connecting to substance use treatment and mental health care.
Local programs
Boulder County's Behavioral Health Assistance Program gives intensive case management to people with substance use or mental health needs as they leave the county jail. Through a partnership with Mental Health Partners it offers medication management, including medication-assisted treatment, and links participants to housing, food, transportation, and medical care.
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Insurance and cost
Federal parity rules generally require health plans that cover substance use treatment to cover it on terms comparable to other medical care. Your cost depends on your plan, deductible and the program's network status, so verify benefits first. Our insurance guides explain how major carriers handle rehab.
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Call 866-825-1171Frequently asked questions
Is there gay-friendly residential rehab inside Boulder?
Yes. 1 program in Boulder itself are listed at the top of this page.
Can I talk about sex and drug use in treatment?
Yes, and it helps to. If drug use has become tied to sex or dating apps, tell the program at intake so relapse prevention can address it without judgment.
Can I bring my partner or chosen family into treatment?
Many programs offer family sessions and let you define who counts as family. Ask at intake whether partners and chosen family can take part.
Are these rehabs only for gay men?
No. They report programming for LGBTQ clients and for adult men, but most serve a mixed population. Ask each one how its groups are organized.
More treatment options near Boulder
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Gay & Gay-Friendly Rehab in nearby cities
Gunbarrel, COLouisville, COSuperior, COLafayette, COErie, COBroomfield, COLongmont, COWestminster, COArvada, COFrederick, COAll of Colorado
Guides
- Why LGBTQ-Specific Addiction Treatment Matters | LGBTQ Rehab
- Questions to Ask an LGBTQ Rehab Before You Enroll
- LGBTQ-Friendly vs LGBTQ-Specific Rehab: What's the Difference?
- Rehab for Gay and Bisexual Men: What to Look For
- LGBTQ Drug Addiction Treatment: Opioids, Meth, Cocaine and More
- Inpatient vs Outpatient LGBTQ Rehab: Which Fits You?