Compassionate, Comprehensive Care for Opioid Addiction
Opioid addiction (Opioid Use Disorder or OUD) is so prevalent that it has become a fixture of American culture. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) estimates that 2.5 to 3 million Americans suffer from opioid use disorder (so do not feel alone if you or a loved one is affected).
While significant progress has been made in addressing the opioid epidemic, between 75,000 and 100,000 people die from opioid overdoses annually. Fentanyl, by a substantial measure, is the primary opioid in the current drug supply and has almost entirely replaced heroin. Fentanyl is also used to adulterate almost all forms of illicit drugs, including cocaine, methamphetamine, and various pills, which dramatically increases the risks of using other substances. Massive media attention and public awareness efforts throughout the opioid crisis have broadened awareness of opioid use disorder and also led to the life-saving use of naloxone, the opioid overdose reversal medication.
While OUD is a debilitating and life-threatening addiction, treatment is effective at helping people stop using opioids and find recovery. Effective opioid addiction treatment requires a comprehensive approach that combines medical, psychological, and social interventions.
The Foundry Steamboat residential treatment program helps men 18 and older address and overcome opioid use disorder using a comprehensive approach that includes medical care, psychiatry, psychotherapy, trauma treatment, wellness and recreation, and ongoing care planning. We aim to help men develop the ability to feel normal and experience joy without the use of opioids or any other substances. A major part of our approach is using polyvagal-oriented therapies to help men regulate their emotional responses.
Understanding Opioid and Fentanyl Use Disorder
Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) is a chronic disease characterized by the compulsive use of opioids despite harmful consequences. OUD alters brain function and creates physical dependence and intense psychological cravings that make recovery extremely difficult without expert help in a safe and supportive setting.
Heroin, which is a naturally occurring opiate, has long been a substance of abuse. However, synthetic opioids like oxycodone, which is one of the primary drugs responsible for the opioid epidemic, and the more recent arrival of the synthetic opioid fentanyl, have made opioid use disorder incredibly dangerous and harmful.
Opioids bind to the brain’s opioid reward centers, making users feel extreme elation, but also making it harder to experience joy without the use of opioids. This hijacking of the brain’s reward circuitry makes it exceptionally difficult for people experiencing OUD to stop using without professional help. High-quality opioid addiction treatment addresses more than the substance use disorder — it includes programming that helps people regain or develop skills that help them manage their overall health and wellness, maintain jobs and relationships, and learn to experience joy without substances. Opioid use disorder treatment can be highly effective, and people can achieve successful recovery.
Recognizing the Signs of Opioid Addiction
Knowing the signs of Opioid Use Disorder and early detection can significantly improve the chances of avoiding the most negative consequences and getting help. The following are some signs and symptoms of opioid use disorder. These effects can worsen over time.
Physical Symptoms
- Pinpoint pupils and drowsiness
- Shallow breathing or slowed heart rate
- Nausea, constipation, or chronic fatigue
- Noticeable weight loss or frequent flu-like illness
- Open sores and track marks indicating injection sites
Behavioral and Emotional Changes
- Becoming distant from friends and family
- Doctor shopping or seeking multiple prescriptions
- Loss of interest in work, hobbies, or personal hygiene
- Mood swings, irritability, or anxiety between doses
Using opioids changes the brain and makes it difficult for people who misuse opioids to distinguish reality or function normally. Getting medical help, which includes medically supervised detoxification, is vital.
The Dangers of Fentanyl and Untreated Opioid Addiction
Opioid addiction poses severe medical risks, including:
- Liver and kidney damage
- Heart infection (endocarditis)
- Cognitive decline and memory loss
- Increased risk of infectious disease (HIV, hepatitis C)
- Depression, anxiety, or suicidal thoughts
The damage of opioid addiction radiates beyond its physical effects. People with active opioid addiction are more prone to accidents, traumatic events, financial loss, and relationship problems. However, an effective treatment plan can restore health and help people achieve sustainable recovery.
Our Integrated Approach to Opioid & Fentanyl Treatment
Foundry Steamboat is known for its clinically intensive programming. We are here to support men committed to recovery. Our residential treatment program provides comprehensive personalized care, including medically supervised detoxification, psychiatry, psychotherapy, trauma therapies, specialized Michael Barnes Family Institute family system programming, wellness, recreation, nutrition, and more.
1. Medical Detoxification
Suddenly stopping opioid use can cause significant and life-threatening withdrawal symptoms, which is why we ensure incoming clients have received medically supervised detoxification. Foundry Steamboat works with local detox programs to provide a safe and comfortable way to achieve medical stability before engaging in the remaining phases of treatment.
2. Residential Treatment
Medically stable patients move on to our comprehensive men’s residential treatment milieu, where they engage in a well-rounded and intensive recovery program. Men in our program have daily therapy sessions, receive education and skills training, and work toward understanding and resolving the issues impacting their lives. A significant amount of time at Foundry Steamboat is spent developing the ability to self-regulate emotional response to reduce stress and anxiety that can trigger substance use. We also help men develop lifestyles that support and sustain recovery after leaving treatment.
3. Dual Diagnosis & Mental Health Integration
All substance use disorders, including opioid or fentanyl use disorder, can cause severe mental health disorders. It is common for people to begin using substances because of undiagnosed and untreated mental health problems, and people with substance use disorders develop these conditions as a result of living uncertain and unhealthy lives in active addiction. Anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and unresolved trauma are common among the men we treat. Resolving trauma and managing the symptoms of mental health disorders is crucial to improving the chances of successful recovery after treatment.
4. Evidence-Based Therapies
Our skilled clinicians customize a range of evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Somatic Experiencing, various trauma therapies, including EMDR, and specialized programming to enhance emotional regulation. A significant focus of our therapies is regulating the Polyvagal nervous system response, which can reduce anxiety and help people feel at peace.
5. Wellness & Experiential Therapies
Our program addresses mind, body, and spirit through experiential and wellness programming. Our clients practice mindfulness and meditation, engage in trauma-informed yoga and movement therapies, and we offer an extensive horticulture program, have visits from therapy horses, and take hikes in nature, fly-fish, and play sports around the ranch.
Why Clients Trust Our Program
Foundry Steamboat has earned a positive reputation among national health professionals as a destination for high-quality men’s behavioral healthcare. We utilize the Trauma-Integrated Care model pioneered by our Chief Clinical Advisor, Dr. Michael Barnes, which emphasizes safety and emotional self-regulation. Our team is compassionate and skilled at effectively addressing men’s addiction and underlying issues. We offer a comprehensive and well-rounded residential treatment program that provides men with the tools they need to build a life in recovery. We are accredited by The Joint Commission and are in-network with most major insurance plans.
What sets our program apart:
- Our unique Trauma-Integrated Care model
- Gender-specific care for men
- 24/7 medical supervision during detox
- Experienced, licensed addiction and mental health professionals
- Personalized treatment plans for every client
- Our comfortable, private, residential ranch-like environment in pristine Steamboat Springs, Colorado
- Comprehensive continuing care planning and resilience development
We have helped hundreds of men find recovery and a better and happier way of life.
Our Opioid Use Disorder Recovery Process
We use a three–part plan to help men recover from opioid use disorder:
1. Medically Supervised Detoxification:
Medical stabilization and safe management of withdrawal symptoms.
2. Comprehensive Residential Treatment
Intensive therapy, group work, and relapse prevention education.
3. Continuing Care Planning
Continued outpatient support, therapy, and community reintegration.
The Foundry Steamboat team is a solution-oriented, highly skilled collective of clinicians and support team members who ensure that every client receives compassionate, supportive, and personal care throughout their treatment stay. We also support clients after they leave our care through thorough continuing care planning and our vibrant and active alumni program.
Dual Diagnosis & Co-Occurring Disorders
Substance use and mental health disorders go hand-in-hand, and it is typical that people being treated for substance use also have mental health disorders. Treating substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders simultaneously is known as dual-diagnosis treatment. Our integrated dual-diagnosis program provides:
- Psychiatric assessment and medication management
- Trauma-Integrated individual therapy
- EMDR and other evidence-based modalities
- Education on how mental health influences addiction
- Polyvagal programming to self-regulate emotions
Establishing physical and mental health is vital to succeeding in recovery following treatment.
Life After Opioid Rehab
The work of maintaining recovery continues after completing residential treatment. Our continuing care programming provides clients and families with specific resources, such as caregivers, support groups, fitness programs, and specialized providers, that help clients sustain good health and recovery.
Some clients require additional treatment after the residential level of care. Foundry Steamboat offers in-person and virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and a Partial-Hospitalization Program (PHP), which clients often use after completing our residential program. However, outpatient treatment is available nationwide, and we connect clients to the right program to meet their needs.
We also encourage recovery supportive lifestyles and relationships. We help men understand the importance of support groups and friendships that help them experience camaraderie and enjoyment, as well as reduce triggers that may lead to repeated substance use. Our alumni program, which has in-person and virtual meetings, is an excellent source of fellowship.
Insurance & Admissions
We make the process of beginning your recovery journey as simple as possible. Speak confidentially with an informed member of our team to take the next step toward recovery today.
- Call or Submit a Form: Connect with our admissions team 24/7 at (844) 955-1066.
- Clinical Assessment: We’ll review your medical and mental health history.
- Insurance Verification: We handle the paperwork and confirm your benefits.
We work with most major insurance plans, including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Multi-Plan, Rocky Mountain Health, UnitedHealthcare, and proudly accept all Colorado Medicaid plans to make our high-quality care accessible and affordable.
Start Your Recovery from Opioid Use Disorder Now
You do not have to deal with your opioid addiction alone. Recovery is possible with the right treatment, environment, and providers with the skills and compassion to help you heal.
Our team is available 24/7 to answer your questions, verify your insurance, and help you take the first step toward lasting recovery.
Call now or complete our insurance verification form to begin your journey to a healthier, opioid-free life.
