Struggling with opiates can feel overwhelming—whether you began using them as a prescription for pain or another reason, hope for healing is always possible. Detox is the first step toward recovery, and while withdrawal can be challenging, you don’t have to go through it alone.
Located in Colorado Springs, our compassionate team at Spring Grove Recovery provides the care and support you need to take the next step. Whether you need medically supervised opiate detox or another treatment program, you'll receive care that fits your unique needs. You can heal and grow into resilience right here in our serene, supportive space without having to leave the Rockies.
Detox is the beginning, not the end, of recovery. While detox clears the body of opiates, long-term healing comes from addressing your emotions, habits, and underlying causes of substance use.
Opiate detox is the process of safely removing opioids from the body under medical supervision. This stage helps stabilize your brain and body as you start life without substances and begin the journey toward balance.
Key aspects of our detox program include:
Most Spring Grove clients complete detox within five to seven days, though timelines vary. Throughout your team, our team makes sure you’re always supported and never alone.
Attempting to quit opiates without medical care can be unsafe. Risks include:
With Spring Grove’s medical team by your side, you’ll have the guidance and safety you need to make lasting progress.
Opiate withdrawal looks different for everyone, but common symptoms may include:
Our staff provides care for both body and mind throughout the detox process.
There are different levels of care to match the intensity of your needs.
Our inpatient detox program provides 24/7 supervision in a safe, structured environment. It’s recommended for those with longer histories of use or co-occurring conditions.
At Spring Grove, inpatient detox includes:
Following detox, you’ll receive a personalized plan to continue treatment.
Outpatient detox offers flexibility, allowing clients to return home between visits. While this may work for those with milder needs and strong support at home, it carries more risk than inpatient care.
At Spring Grove, we only offer inpatient detox, but we can guide you toward resources that fit your situation.
Detox is only the beginning. Many clients transition into our residential treatment programs, which build resilience through therapy, skill-building, and peer support.
Most clients complete residential treatment at Spring Grove in about 30 days, giving you the structure needed for lasting recovery.
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) combines medications with counseling to ease cravings and support recovery. It’s a proven, therapeutic approach—not a substitute addiction. We use these FDA-approved medications for opioid use disorder (MOUDs) at Spring Grove Recovery:
Buprenorphine and buprenorphine/naloxone help reduce cravings for opiates during rehab. These drugs are available under brands like Suboxone and Subutex. As part of MAT, they help provide stability during the early stages of recovery.
Methadone is another MAT option, especially for individuals with long-term or severe opioid use. Carefully monitored by our team, it reduces cravings and withdrawal while maintaining safety. You may be able to start methadone before fully detoxing, and it can help manage withdrawal symptoms. Methadone is not right for everyone, though. We'll talk to you about your options before starting treatment.
Withdrawal typically happens in stages. The type of opiate you used, your individual health, and other factors can change the timing and intensity of withdrawal symptoms.
For some people, quitting abruptly isn't safe, and they need a gradual taper. This may involve:
Not everyone will experience post-acute withdrawal syndrome, but some will. PAWS can be managed through:
Withdrawal management can help make your symptoms easier to handle. It can also give you time and space to build resilience for the future.
We offer treatment that doesn't just address your symptoms. They help you heal the person you are. Our team of licensed professionals provides:
Opiate detox is a chance for you to get stable after you quit using drugs. You may not start therapy right away, but ongoing care can be where you build the foundation for the road ahead. This is where most of our clients start working with a primary therapist and attend group sessions.
Community support is vital in recovery. We connect clients with 12-step and alternative groups, offering spaces of belonging and encouragement. You don't need to be spiritual to engage in peer support groups. Our 12-step alternatives, including SMART and Refuge recovery, offer support that might be more suited to your recovery journey.
When you come to Spring Grove Recovery, you'll get personalized treatment from addiction professionals. Detox offers more than a place without drugs. It provides access to specialized services and addiction professionals who will keep you safe during one of the hardest parts of recovery.
Recovery continues after detox. Ongoing support in our residential program includes aftercare planning, connecting you to the resources you need to stay sober and on the right track.
Starting your journey is one of the hardest steps, but you don't have to do it alone. Our team is here to walk beside you every step of the way. Whether you're unsure if you need detox at all or how you'll afford treatment, we're standing by with answers.
We proudly accept Colorado Medicaid and most commercial insurance plans. Our admissions team will verify your benefits so you know exactly how much you'd be responsible for. Many Medicaid clients are able to attend detox with little to no cost out-of-pocket. Call us at 719.415.3460 or message us online now.
Withdrawal typically begins within hours of the last use, peaks around three days, and can last a week or longer. Each person’s experience is unique. Most people finish our detox program in five to seven days.
It depends. Methadone can be started before being fully detoxed and can help manage withdrawal symptoms. Suboxone requires a full detox before starting. Our clinical team can make the right recommendation when you start treatment.
Maybe. Some people can detox at home with lower risk. They often have a mild and short use history, no co-occurring mental or physical health issues, and a safe place to heal. Talk to someone before attempting to detox at home.
Lindsay Dean currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Spring Grove Recovery. With more than 10 years of experience in behavioral health, Lindsay is deeply committed to expanding access to ethical, high-quality treatment and building systems of care that support long-term, sustainable recovery through compassionate, trauma-informed practices.
Lindsay began her career in direct patient care, where early experience as a mental health technician, crisis intervention specialist, and group/ individual counselor shaped her understanding of how trauma impacts engagement, trust, and openness to treatment. This clinical foundation continues to inform her leadership philosophy, reinforcing the belief that effective treatment systems must be grounded in safety, dignity, and respect.
As Lindsay progressed into senior leadership, her focus shifted toward building and strengthening treatment programs that balance clinical excellence with operational and regulatory integrity. She served as Program Director at one of the largest Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP) in Colorado Springs, where she led multidisciplinary teams, expanded access to evidence-based services for priority populations via increased grant funding, and ensured adherence to state and federal regulations.
Most recently, Lindsay served as Assistant Executive Director of Spring Grove Recovery, where she aligned clinical, operational, and administrative teams to strengthen continuity between inpatient and outpatient levels of care. Her leadership emphasized collaboration, sustainability, and the reduction of barriers to treatment access.
Lindsay’s leadership is grounded in operational excellence, regulatory integrity, and trauma-informed systems of care that prioritize patient safety and engagement. She has successfully guided organizations through extensive state and federal oversight, managed and expanded state grant funding, and strengthened services for underserved and vulnerable populations.
Lindsay holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Personal Health and is a Certified Addiction Specialist. As CEO, she leads Spring Grove Recovery with a clear mission: to cultivate a trauma-informed, collaborative, and compassionate treatment environment where individuals are empowered to heal, engage meaningfully in their own care, and sustain recovery long after residential treatment ends.
