How long is the program at IDEA Aurora?

The typical program length is 5 days. Duration varies based on individual assessment.

What levels of care are available?

This facility offers 1 levels of care: Outpatient.

How do I start treatment?

Call (833) 567-5838 for a free consultation. Our team verifies insurance, explains options, and guides admission.

Does insurance cover treatment here?

Most major insurance plans cover treatment. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

IDEA Aurora

730 Peoria Street, Aurora, CO 80011

1 care level

(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About IDEA Aurora

Location: Aurora, CO
Levels of Care: Outpatient
Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy and more
Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About IDEA Aurora

At IDEA Aurora, healing begins with understanding. The center supports people facing substance use, domestic violence, and legal challenges like DUIs. With outpatient care options—including Intensive and Enhanced Outpatient Programs—they help clients take real steps toward recovery. Their welcoming, culturally aware environment offers a safe place to begin breaking cycles that hold people back.
The team at IDEA Aurora believes that lasting recovery starts from within. Their treatment approach combines proven therapies like Cognitive Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to help clients manage emotions, heal from trauma, and stay sober. Programs like Seeking Safety and Helping Men Recover offer focused support for those with past trauma or gender-specific needs, helping people gain the tools they need for long-term success.
Each person who walks through their doors is treated with care and dignity. Programs are thoughtfully designed for people from all walks of life, including LGBTQ+ clients, youth, parents, and those with past trauma. With life skills classes, recovery-focused support, and a strong community feel, IDEA Aurora helps people rebuild their lives with hope and purpose.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like IDEA Aurora provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women Adolescents LGBTQ+ Veterans

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children

Outpatient Intensive outpatient treatment Regular outpatient treatment

Other contracted prescribing entity

Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere

In-network prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity

Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere

Disulfiram

Anger management Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Community reinforcement plus vouchers Motivational interviewing Matrix Model Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Telemedicine/telehealth therapy Trauma-related counseling 12-step facilitation

Private for-profit organization

State Substance use treatment agency

Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs Medicaid Cash or self-payment SAMHSA funding/block grants

Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)

Adolescents Young adults Adult women Pregnant/postpartum women Adult men Seniors or older adults Veterans Active duty military Members of military families Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders Clients with HIV or AIDS Clients who have experienced sexual abuse Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence Clients who have experienced trauma

Comprehensive substance use assessment Interim services for clients Outreach to persons in the community Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use Screening for mental disorders

Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing Drug or alcohol urine screening TB screening

Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Outcome follow-up after discharge

Self-help groups Assistance with obtaining social services Recovery coach Mentoring/peer support Employment counseling or training

Treatment for gambling disorder Treatment for other addiction disorder

HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support Hepatitis education, counseling, or support Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis Substance use disorder education Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling Individual counseling Group counseling Family counseling Marital/couples counseling

Smoking not permitted

Female Male

Specially designed program for DUI/DWI clients

Spanish Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing

Vaping not permitted

Case management service Domestic violence services, including family or partner Mental health services Social skills development

What to Expect at IDEA Aurora

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 5 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

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Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

IDEA Aurora offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 9 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. IDEA Aurora works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Contact Information

730 Peoria Street, Aurora, CO, 80011

(720) 949-0095

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Quick Facts

Program	5 days
Focus	This center treats substance u...
Insurance	24 accepted

Free 24/7 Helpline

(833) 567-5838

Insurance verification · No obligation

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Outpatient

Therapies & Methods

1-on-1 Counseling Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Family Therapy Group Therapy Life Skills Eye Movement Therapy (EMDR) Trauma-Specific Therapy Dialectical Behavior Therapy Meditation & Mindfulness

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Individual Treatment Trauma Informed

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Opioids Prescription Drugs Smoking Cessation Cocaine Heroin Synthetic Drugs

Insurance Accepted

IDEA Aurora works with 24 insurance providers.

Aetna Anthem BlueCross BlueShield Bright Health CareFirst Carelon Behavioral Health Cigna ComPsych GuideWell HealthNet HealthPartners Highmark Humana ITU Funds Intermountain Healthcare Kaiser Permanente MHN Medicaid Medicare Optum Oscar Tricare Tufts Health United Healthcare

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Frequently Asked Questions

IDEA Aurora accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

IDEA Aurora offers Outpatient, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in CO or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 5 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.