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Step 1 in the 12-Step Process

Posted on February 7, 2022 by cmarnew

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STEP ONE
“We admitted we were powerless over our addiction – that our lives had become unmanageable.”

What does the word ‘powerless’ mean to you? What images or feelings does it conjure up? In my experience, it often brings about associations of weakness, inadequacy, and incapability. For those of us familiar with Greek mythology, perhaps you think of Sisyphus’ powerlessness in his eternal struggle of pushing the boulder up the hill, only for it to roll down every time that he approached the top of the hill. He was a prisoner to this task and, as such, the ensuing feelings of weakness, inadequacy, and incapability that came with it. That is exactly why Zeus punished Sisyphus with this hopeless task. Well, what if Sisyphus had realized and accepted his own powerlessness in this task? What if he accepted the hopelessness in getting the boulder to the top of the hill? How might that have changed things for him?

In step one of the twelve-step program, we are asked to admit a powerlessness over our substance or behavior, recognizing that our lives are currently ungovernable. Given the aforementioned associations to ‘powerlessness’, it is entirely understandable to respond to this step with resistance. Perhaps we think we can simply work harder to control our use. Or perhaps we deny the extent to which the substance or behavior influences our lives. (How many times have you said or heard the phrase: “I could stop my use if I really wanted to”?)

When we feel powerless, there is a natural and instinctual drive to tighten our grip, clamp down, and attempt to secure power and control. However, step one contends that, paradoxically, there is a certain power in admitting our powerlessness; that we are granted a hope in admitting our hopelessness. In recognizing our inability to control our use, we actually form a solid bedrock and foundation for working towards happy, fulfilling, and meaningful lives. In recognizing and accepting our own limitations, only then do we enable ourselves to look beyond our own beliefs. Only then do we open our minds to different ways of thinking. Only then are we truly willing to listen. Only then are we truly willing to try something different. Only then are we truly willing to change.

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12-Steps Overview

Posted on February 2, 2022 by cmarnew

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Often times, people think of recovery synonymously with twelve-step programs. While there are a variety of different approaches to recovery, the twelve-step program has certainly held its place as a staple in addiction recovery. Given the popularity and notoriety of the twelve-step program, it seems appropriate to do a brief review of the program’s philosophy and current applications.

The twelve-step program is most commonly associated with Alcoholics Anonymous. However, other more targeted twelve-step programs have emerged over the years to include other drug addictions (i.e. Narcotics Anonymous, Cocaine Anonymous, Crystal Meth Anonymous, etc.) and behavioral addictions (Gamblers Anonymous, Food Addicts Anonymous, Co-Dependents Anonymous, etc.). Regardless of the substance or problem behavior in focus, all twelve-step programs rely on adaptations to the original twelve steps developed for Alcoholics Anonymous, which was the first twelve-step program. Those twelve steps may be boiled down to the following ideas:

An honest admission of powerlessness over the substance or problem behavior
A belief that a higher power can assist in recovery
A recognition that you must include others in your recovery
An inventory of current problems and how substance use or the problem behavior affected them
An admission of wrongdoings to their higher power and another person
An acceptance of flaws in personal character
The humility to ask a higher power to assist in recovery
Constructing a list of those you have harmed through your substance use or problem behavior
Making amends to those you have harmed
Continually taking an inventory of current problems and wrongdoings, and being willing to admit when wrong
Fostering a sense of awareness through connection and engagement with your higher power
Engage in service activities to assist others in recovery and daily life

The twelve steps listed above may be broken down into three domains: physical, mental, and spiritual. These three dimensions were intentionally developed and included in the twelve-steps to be a reflection of the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of the human experience. The philosophy underwriting this design is that the problems that arise in addiction present themselves in physical, mental, and spiritual domains. Thus, the path to recovery must include these same elements.
Twelve-step programs continue to be popular due to the success that many individuals have experienced in their recovery journeys. Additionally, many individuals enjoy the sense of community at meetings, the availability of a concrete plan towards recovery, and the accessibility (twelve-step groups operate all over the world free of charge), among other reasons. Further, many of these meetings are now offered virtually over Zoom. If you are even the slightest bit curious about a twelve-step program, I would encourage you to attend an open meeting. You never know what the tide will bring.

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What Is Ambulatory Detox and Do I Need It?

Posted on January 26, 2022 by cmarnew

Detoxing from substance abuse is unique for every person who forms an addiction to drugs or alcohol. Some patients will require 24-hour supervision, while others will have mild withdrawal symptoms and can complete their detox program through ambulatory detox. What is ambulatory detox? An ambulatory detox program is an outpatient medication-assisted treatment program that will help ease your withdrawal symptoms and curb your cravings.

At Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery, we provide an ambulatory detox program for patients in good physical and mental health. Medical professionals will administer FDA-approved drugs at a treatment facility, office, or sober home environment. They will also monitor your progress and make any updates as you progress. To learn more about our ambulatory detox program, call 833.448.0127 today to find out if you qualify for ambulatory detox.

What Is Ambulatory Detox?

Many busy professionals and students use drugs or alcohol to deal with the stress of high-pressure jobs or a busy college schedule. They appear to maintain their use and don’t form an addiction. When, in reality, they are forming an addiction without even knowing it. Over time, their addiction grows to the point where it interferes with work or school.

An ambulatory detox program is beneficial to students and professionals who:

Have a busy schedule and cannot take time off for a residential treatment program
Are unable to meet the financial costs of residential treatment
Do not have a stable and sober home environment

Do You Need Ambulatory Detox?

If you are not sure if you need a detox program, think about your substance abuse and answer the following questions:

Are you using more to feel the same effects?
Do you constantly think about drugs or alcohol?
Are you missing work or school because of your substance abuse?
Are you lying about your substance abuse to your friends and family?

If you have answered yes to more than one of these questions, an ambulatory detox program can help you before your addiction completely takes over your life.

At Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery, we understand that not everyone needs a residential detox program to help with addiction. That is why we provide detoxing through our telehealth remote program and medication-assisted treatment for patients who qualify for an ambulatory detox program.

Ambulatory Detox Qualifications

Part of the conditions for ambulatory detox is attending an outpatient treatment program through a qualified addiction treatment facility. Patients will go through individual and group therapy programs to help them understand addiction and how it affects them mentally and physically. Plus, it will teach them healthy coping skills to maintain their busy schedules without drugs or alcohol.

To qualify for an ambulatory detox program, you must commit to your sobriety and not use this as a temporary fix. Along with attending addiction therapy for a set period of time, patients must:

Be in good physical health
Have no history of drug or alcohol abuse
Have a supportive and sober home environment
Receive support from friends or family members

Learn More About Ambulatory Detox at Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery

At Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery, we offer ambulatory detox to help mothers, busy students, and professionals when their addiction begins to interfere with their lives. We offer multiple addiction therapies to help with all types of addiction. After we run a complete diagnostics, we will recommend the right addiction treatment program that may include:

Cognitive-behavioral therapy
Dialectical behavior therapy
Individual and group therapy
Family therapy
Neurofeedback therapy
Case management
Peer support

If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction and needs help, call 833.448.0127 today to learn more about our ambulatory detox program.

The Misplaced Solution

Posted on January 24, 2022 by cmarnew

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Think about a moment in your life that you wanted to bask in. You found a sense of peace, joy, or harmony that you wanted to fully take in and appreciate. Perhaps it was catching up and laughing with an old friend, perhaps it was feeling the warm sun shining down on your skin as you sat on a tropical beach, or perhaps it was the excitement you felt in your team winning the big game. When we encounter these moments, there is a natural tendency to want them to last. We want to appreciate what is happening for us here and now, while also doing what we can to hold onto these wonderful feelings. However, what happens when unpleasant feelings arise?

When feelings of anxiety, sadness, loneliness, and stress show up, we have a natural tendency in the opposite direction. We want to make them go away as they may feel unpredictable, uncontrollable, and unbearable. We want more of the “good” feelings and less of the “bad” ones. Makes sense, right? I mean, who in their right mind wants to feel anxious?

While there are a variety of things we can do to avoid these unpleasant feelings, a particularly common one resides in alcohol and drug use. The use of alcohol and other drugs triggers chemical reactions in our brains that numb unpleasant feelings and boost the pleasurable ones, thus, producing a sense of relief. However, this sense of relief is only temporary. Like all things, it does not last.

The substance wears off, the chemical reaction subsides, and those unpleasant feelings reappear. Well, what happens when these feelings come back? When that sense of helplessness or powerlessness sets in again? You might think about how drinking alcohol or using drugs had previously made those feelings go away and think, ‘Hey, that worked last time! Why not do it again?’ This makes sense. Humans are excellent learners. When we encounter challenges, we look for solutions. In this case, alcohol and drug use seems like an effective solution to this discomfort. When we regularly rely on use to navigate these feelings, we cross into addiction.

With time and repeated use, our brain chemistry changes such that our drug of choice may feel like the only escape from unpleasant feelings. However, as I had mentioned before, the unpleasant feelings will always return. They are unavoidable. However, as we continue using to avoid said feelings, we wander further away from our ambitions, integrity, and sense of purpose. As we do this, the feelings of anxiety, sadness, loneliness, and stress grow. What initially seemed like a sound solution, turns out to have been a misplaced solution.
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What to Expect During the Detox Process

Posted on January 24, 2022 by cmarnew

Opioids flood your body with toxins that produce a euphoric feeling that can create a powerful addiction with just a few uses. Those who are suffering from addiction can benefit from a detox process to cleanse their bodies of toxins and begin working on their addiction recovery. An ambulatory detox process can help patients who do not need an inpatient program to help with their withdrawal symptoms.

At Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery, we offer a discreet ambulatory detox process for patients who have a sober home environment and no prior detox attempts. We understand the hardship of going through the detox process and that not everyone can take the time away from work or need the structure of an inpatient detox program. If you or someone you love needs help with drug or alcohol addiction withdrawals, call 833.448.0127 today to speak with our caring staff about our detox process.

What Is Ambulatory Detox?

An ambulatory detox program is an outpatient drug detox program designed for patients who are going through detoxing for the first time and have no underlying mental health issues. FDA-approved medications can help relieve withdrawal symptoms, and medical professionals will monitor your recovery. The medication can reduce withdrawal symptoms and curb your cravings, allowing you to focus on your recovery and keep up with your responsibilities.

To qualify for the ambulatory detox process, you must meet the following criteria:

A safe and sober living arrangement
Access to transportation
A commitment to treatment
Enrollment in an intensive outpatient program (IOP)

To determine if you are eligible for ambulatory detox, medical professionals and therapists will evaluate your current condition and level of addiction. From there, they will recommend the appropriate level of addiction treatment that will benefit you the most. At Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery, we can assist you with the detox process for all types of drug and alcohol addiction.

The Detox Process

Detoxing can be a painful or uncomfortable process depending on the substance you are abusing. Illicit drugs like heroin and other opioids can create a powerful addiction just after a few uses, while other drugs and alcohol may take time to build up an addiction. The average time it takes to detox can take anywhere from two to three weeks to several months. It depends on the substance of abuse, the severity of addiction, and how long the patient has struggled with addiction.

The first 24-48 hours is when most withdrawal symptoms will begin. Patients can expect to feel:

Intense cravings
Sweating
Shivering
Headaches
Insomnia

Most drug and alcohol addiction withdrawal symptoms will peak around 72 hours. Patients can expect to feel worsening withdrawal symptoms, including fever, seizures, and hallucinations may occur. Medical professionals will monitor your progress and administer medications to reduce your withdrawal symptoms and cravings.

After five to seven days, most withdrawal symptoms will begin to taper off. Some more severe cases of addiction will have withdrawal symptoms that can last for several months. As your withdrawal symptoms reduce, so will your medication. The goal of medication-assisted treatment is not to replace one drug with another but to have you completely drug-free by the end of your addiction treatment program.

Choose Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery to Assist You with Your Detox Process

Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery offers medication-assisted treatment for drug and alcohol addiction in Thornton, CO. Our drug and alcohol detox process will help you through your withdrawal symptoms through our ambulatory detox process. Our ambulatory detox program can help with all forms of drug addiction withdrawals.

If you or a loved one are struggling with drug or alcohol addiction, call 833.448.0127 today to learn more about our detox process.

What is Addiction?

Posted on January 24, 2022 by cmarnew

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hi there,
My name is Jonathan Fricke. I am a 4th year doctoral student studying clinical psychology at the University of Denver. Over the last several years, I have trained at community mental health clinics, a university counseling center, a hospital emergency department, and private practice settings, among others. Although I am relatively early on in my career, I began to notice some common themes come up in my clinical work across these varied settings. Those being: 1) clients experiencing challenges in relating to others (i.e. social anxiety, loneliness) and 2) the prevalence of both prescription and non-prescription substance use. Given these observations, I sought additional training in substance use treatment through didactic coursework in my graduate program and through clinical training at Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery (an intensive outpatient (IOP) and outpatient (OP) treatment facility in Thornton, Colorado). In this series of blog posts, I will be sharing what I have come to learn about both the etiology and treatment of addiction, as well as current events related to addiction and recovery.

Well, it seems like a reasonable place to start is with the question…

WHAT IS ADDICTION, TECHNICALLY SPEAKING?

The term addiction seems to be thrown around rather casually in much of our day-to-day lives. You might overhear a friend talking about their addiction to scrolling through TikTok, or perhaps a colleague that makes a comment about their addiction to the chocolate donuts at the bakery down the block. Are these seemingly flippant comments related to actual addictions?
Typically, addiction is associated with drugs and alcohol but may also include problematic behaviors related to food, exercise, sex, video games, and gambling, among others. Thus, scrolling TikTok or eating those chocolate donuts may qualify as addictions. However, we must first get a better understanding of what your friend’s and colleague’s relationships to TikTok and chocolate donuts, respectively, looks like. To get a better understanding, it is helpful to consult the Diagnostical and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition (DSM-V). Note: the DSM-V is the gold standard when it comes to diagnosing addiction and use disorders.

The DSM-V criteria for addiction falls into four overarching categories.

Impaired Control
Social Problems
Risky Use
Physical Dependence

Within these four categories, the symptoms of addiction include:

Using more of a substance or more often than intended
Wanting to cut down or stop using but not being able to
Devoting significant time to obtaining, using, and recovering from use
Strong desire to use
Use resulting in neglected responsibilities at work, school, or home
Use resulting in social and interpersonal issues
Giving up activities they used to care about because of their substance use
Using in risky settings
Continued use despite known problems
Needing more of the substance to get the same effect
Having withdrawal symptoms when a substance isn’t used

According to the DSM-V, the presence of between two and five of these symptoms qualifies as a mild to moderate substance use disorder, whereas the presence of six or more of these symptoms qualifies as a severe substance use disorder (i.e. addiction).

So, does your friend have an addiction to scrolling TikTok? Does your colleague have an addiction to the chocolate donuts down the block? Do you wonder if you may have an addiction to something? Whether it meets full criteria or not, my hope is that by reflecting on the aforementioned DSM-V criteria, we may become more aware of some of our own addictive tendencies.

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American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders. In Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.).[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

Buprenorphine Treatment Available near Thornton, CO

Posted on January 20, 2022 by cmarnew

Opioid addiction in the U.S. is still a major problem, with a recent increase in opioid addiction cases reported. In Colorado, opioid overdose deaths rose 38% in 2020. To help residents get through the painful withdrawal symptoms from opioid addiction, a buprenorphine treatment program in Thornton can help. Buprenorphine treatment near Thornton, CO can give patients the help they need to successfully complete their addiction recovery.

At Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery, we provide medication-assisted treatment for patients whose withdrawal symptoms prevent them from quitting drugs or alcohol. Our private addiction treatment programs can help you with all aspects of addiction. We will help you reduce physical withdrawal symptoms and help patients understand the cause of their addiction. If you or someone you love is struggling with opioid addiction, call 833.448.0127 today to learn more about our buprenorphine treatment program in Thornton.

What Is Medication-Assisted Treatment?

Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) helps patients detox from drugs and alcohol using FDA-approved medications. MAT programs can give patients the help they need to safely get through detoxing with fewer chances of relapse. Medical professionals will administer medication at an addiction treatment facility through a residential or outpatient program. For patients whose withdrawal symptoms are not as severe, outpatient or ambulatory detox is available.

One of the medications commonly used in treating opioid addiction is buprenorphine, a partial opioid agonist for the treatment of acute and chronic pain and opioid use disorder. Buprenorphine attaches to the mu-opioid receptors and blocks the release of dopamine and other endorphins that are responsible for the euphoric feeling. Patients can wean themselves off opioids slowly and safely while they progress through a detox program that includes behavioral therapy.

Since buprenorphine is an opioid, there is a risk of addiction along with other side effects, which include:

Respiratory distress
Low blood pressure
Sleepiness
Constipation
Seizures
Headaches
Dry mouth
Fever
Nausea
Vomiting

There are multiple ways that you can take buprenorphine. Medical professionals will administer buprenorphine through injection, under the tongue (sublingual), cheek (buccal), or through a patch or implant. Typically, buprenorphine is combined with naloxone, an opioid antagonist, to further help patients with withdrawal symptoms and reduce cravings. Subutex is the brand name of buprenorphine, and you can get buprenorphine with naloxone under the brand name Suboxone.

During your medication-assisted treatment program, medical staff will administer buprenorphine at a treatment facility or sober home and monitor your progress. As your withdrawal symptoms diminish, so will your medication. At Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery, our goal is for you to be drug-free, not replace one drug with another.

Benefits of Buprenorphine Medication-Assisted Treatment

Buprenorphine is a partial opioid agonist and is the preferred medication for opioid use disorder as it reduces the euphoria that makes heroin and other opioids so popular. Without the same high, patients will feel less of a need for the drug and slowly reduce their cravings.

Other benefits of buprenorphine medication-assisted treatment include:

Improves patient survival rate
Increases retention in addiction treatment
Better chances at gaining and keeping employment
Improved birth rates

Choose Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery for Buprenorphine Treatment Program in Thornton

At Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery, we provide medication-assisted treatment to help reduce withdrawal symptoms so patients can work on their addiction recovery. Medical professionals will administer buprenorphine and other FDA-approved medications at our facility or a sober home through our telehealth and ambulatory detox services. Our treatment programs can help you with all forms of addiction, including addictions to:

Alcohol
Heroin
Opioids
Opiates
Percocet
Oxycontin

To help you or a loved one who is struggling with drug or alcohol addiction, call 833.448.0127 for more information about our buprenorphine treatment program in Thornton.

Suboxone Clinic Available near Broomfield, CO

Posted on January 8, 2022 by cmarnew

Suboxone is a prescription medication that helps with substance abuse and opioid use disorders. Opioid addiction rates continue to increase each year, with Colorado seeing a 38% increase in opioid overdose deaths since 2019. A Suboxone clinic can help Colorado residents with their opioid addiction and reduce their risk of relapse and overdose. A Suboxone clinic near Broomfield, CO, can help you with your opioid addiction with medication-assisted treatment.

At Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery, we offer Suboxone medication-assisted treatment for those who are struggling with opioid addiction. While you go through detox, you will begin working on the mental aspect of addiction. Group and individual therapy sessions will help you learn your triggers and develop healthy coping skills that will help you maintain your sobriety for life. If you or a loved one is struggling with opioid addiction, call 833.448.0127 today to learn more about our Suboxone clinic near Broomfield.

What Is Suboxone?

Suboxone is a prescription medication made from partial opioid agonists buprenorphine and naloxone that help reduce opioid withdrawal symptoms. Suboxone can also help curb your cravings for your substance of choice and allow you to keep up with your work or family commitments. Because Suboxone is an opioid, there is a small risk of forming an addiction. Patients who follow their prescription precisely and don’t stop Suboxone suddenly will have minimal side effects.

Suboxone medication-assisted treatment is best for patients who:

Have an addiction to heroin or prescription opioids
Able to take medication at regularly scheduled times
Can abstain from drugs or alcohol during the program
Are committed to recovery and want to be sober
Are not pregnant or breastfeeding during treatment

The side effects of a Suboxone medication-assisted treatment include:

Nausea
Vomiting
Insomnia
Constipation
Swelling in the arms and legs
Sweating
Pain or burning sensation in the tongue

Some patients may feel more severe withdrawal symptoms depending on the severity of their addiction. Worsening physical side effects include liver failure, low blood pressure while standing, and overdose or death when misused.

Enrolling in a Suboxone Medication-Assisted Treatment

When you enroll in a Suboxone clinic, medical professionals will evaluate your condition and form a treatment plan that includes Suboxone and other FDA-approved medications. Medical staff will determine the best medications for your addiction recovery. Medical professionals will administer medication at a Suboxone clinic near Broomfield or at your work or sober home environment.

Your progress will be monitored for any adverse reactions and ensure you receive the maximum benefit from your medication-assisted treatment program. As you progress through the program, they will update your medication as your withdrawal symptoms decline. The goal of Suboxone medication-assisted treatment is for you to be drug-free and not simply swap one drug for another.

As part of your Suboxone medication-assisted treatment, behavioral therapy is necessary to complete your addiction treatment.

Choose Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery for Your Suboxone Clinic near Broomfield

At Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery, we specialize in all forms of drug and alcohol addiction. Our medical staff will evaluate your current condition and severity of addiction in our discreet and private treatment facility. They will develop a Suboxone medication-assisted treatment program to help reduce your opioid withdrawal symptoms. As you progress through the program, therapists will work with you through group and individual therapy to help identify your triggers and the root cause behind your addiction. Your addiction treatment program may include:

Cognitive-behavioral therapy
Dialectical behavior therapy
Group and individual therapy
Family therapy
Case management
Peer support

When you or a loved one needs Suboxone medication-assisted treatment for addiction recovery, call 833.448.0127 today to speak with our caring staff about our Suboxone clinic near Broomfield, CO.

Ambulatory Detox near Broomfield, Colorado

Posted on December 23, 2021 by cmarnew

Colorado ranks 9th for the highest addiction rates in the country. Since addiction does not affect each person the same, treating addiction can be very complicated. Ambulatory detox in Broomfield can help patients who do not need 24/7 care to get control of their addiction. An ambulatory detox program near Broomfield, Colorado, has outpatient and at-home options available to assist with all levels of addiction.

At Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery, we offer ambulatory detox in Broomfield through our online, telehealth, and outpatient programs. If you cannot take time off from work or family commitments and have not gone through detox before, ambulatory detox can be your best option for treatment. If you or a loved one needs help with their addiction, call 833.448.0127 today to speak with our friendly staff about our ambulatory detox program near Broomfield, Colorado.

What Is Ambulatory Detox?

Ambulatory detox can help patients who do not need a residential treatment program for their level of addiction. When withdrawal symptoms are not that severe and there are no underlying mental health issues driving the addiction, medical professionals can monitor your progress and administer medication at home or through an outpatient treatment program.

Outpatient detox in Broomfield is for patients with a stable and sober home environment that they can return to in the evening while receiving behavioral therapy in group and individual settings. An outpatient program typically follows a residential program as part of continuing addiction therapy for more severe cases of addiction.

Ambulatory detox in Broomfield also includes at-home options for those who do not need an outpatient program or have progressed to an at-home care option. Medical staff will come to you regularly and evaluate your progress, administer medication, and make any adjustments/recommendations regarding your care.

Other requirements for ambulatory detox include:

No history of mental health issues
No previous detox sessions
Ability to listen and follow instructions independently
Have a sober home environment

The Right Outpatient Detox in Broomfield for You

Your addiction treatment starts with your desire to stop letting your addiction continue to destroy your life and the lives of those around you. There are several outpatient treatment programs available depending on the level of care you require.

Partial hospitalization program (PHP) – PHP generally follows a residential program. You attend group and individual therapy 20-40 hours a week, where you will continue your behavioral therapy and practice your coping skills with others in your group. In the evening, you go home and return in the morning for a set amount of days or months.
Intensive outpatient program (IOP) – As you begin to gain more confidence in your abilities to maintain your sobriety, the amount of time you spend in therapy each day will diminish. IOP has you sending most of your day and evening at home or work, and you continue your addiction recovery through day, evening, or weekend sessions for 10-20 hours per week.
Outpatient program – This level of care provides patients with therapy sessions on an as-needed basis or 2-10 hours a week. Patients can continue to work with therapists and others in the group as long as necessary to maintain their sobriety.

Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery’s Ambulatory Detox in Broomfield

At Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery, we can help you with your addiction recovery through our medication-assisted treatment, telehealth, outpatient, and ambulatory detox programs. Our goal is to feel comfortable with your ability to maintain your sobriety and will continue to help you as long as you need it. Our addiction treatment programs can help with all types of addiction, including:

Alcohol addiction
Opioid and opiate addiction
Prescription drug addiction
Heroin addiction

If you or a friend needs help with their addiction, call 833.448.0127 today to learn more about ambulatory detox in Broomfield.

3 Mocktail Ideas for a Sober Holiday Gathering

Posted on December 20, 2021 by cmarnew

Whether you are just coming out of recovery or have years of sobriety under your belt, the holidays can be a difficult time to stay sober. The holidays mean office and family holiday parties and get-togethers with friends with plenty of alcohol wherever you go. To help you maintain your sobriety, there are plenty of mocktail ideas that make for a tasty drink without alcohol. These ideas will help with your alcohol rehab for a sober holiday.

At Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery, we want you to have a fun holiday season while maintaining your sobriety. Our alcohol addiction rehab can help you build healthy coping skills for getting through the holidays without relapsing. Call 833.448.0127 today to speak with our friendly staff about our alcohol addiction rehab and mocktail ideas for delicious non-alcoholic holiday drinks if you need tips for having a sober holiday.

Getting Ready for a Sober Holiday

A lot of patients’ first sober holiday can be the most difficult. The first time heading to a holiday party fresh out of recovery can cause a lot of stress for some as they want to enjoy themselves yet remain sober. As you prepare for the holidays, you can take some simple steps to give yourself the confidence you need to enjoy the party and maintain your sobriety.

Refresh your coping skills with therapy sessions through an outpatient program
Talk to your sponsor before heading to a party
Bring a sober friend
Have a plan to leave if your cravings become too much to handle.
Host your own sober gathering

If you are at a holiday party and feel your cravings are beginning to take over, it is OK to leave before your ruin all of the hard work you’ve put toward your sobriety. At Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery, we offer online rehab and outpatient addiction treatment programs to help you have a sober holiday.

3 Mocktails Ideas for Sober Holiday Parties

Peer pressure to drink is one of the main driving factors in alcohol addiction, and the simple act of having a glass in your hand can be enough to curb some of your desires to drink. You want to fit in with everyone and not be the only one not drinking.

Here are three mocktail ideas that you can mix and enjoy for your sober holiday party.

1. Alcohol-Free Hot Toddy

This traditional holiday drink is warm and soothing.

7 oz hot black tea
1 tablespoon sugar-free honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 lemon wedge

Pour honey, lemon juice, and spices into your favorite mug. Top it off with the hot tea, stir, and garnish with the lemon wedge. This recipe is for 1 mocktail.

2. Sparkling Pomegranate Punch

Pomegranate is a flavorful fruit with many health benefits and makes for a tasty mocktail idea.

2 ½ cups seltzer water
2 cups pomegranate juice
1 lemon twist

Combine pomegranate juice and seltzer in a large punch bowl and mix well. Pour over ice and garnish with a lemon twist. This recipe serves 4.

3. Grapefruit Mock-Mosa

Mimosa’s are a favorite festive drink that everyone will enjoy.

¾ cup orange juice
½ cup grapefruit juice
¼ cup lime juice
1 tablespoon sugar-free honey
1 12-ounce bottle chilled sparkling water
Orange, lime, or grapefruit twist for garnish

Combine orange juice, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and honey. Stir until the honey dissolves. Cover and chill for a minimum of two hours so all of the flavors can blend. Pour the juice into four glasses, then stir in sparkling water. This recipe serves four.

Garnish with your choice of citrus peel.

Choose Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery for the Best Alcohol Addiction Rehab for You

Our alcohol addiction rehab program at Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery can help you have a sober holiday with helpful tips and mocktail ideas for your sober gatherings. Our online and outpatient treatment programs can help you when you need it, with evening and weekend therapy available. If you need continuing support to help you stay sober during the holidays, call 833.448.0127 today to learn more about our alcohol addiction rehab.