About this facility
ARTS, short for Addiction Research and Treatment Services, is part of the University of Colorado’s Department of Psychiatry and has provided mental health and addiction care across Colorado for several decades. The organization focuses on integrating clinical research, education, and evidence-based treatment to address substance use disorders and support long-term recovery for adults seeking outpatient care.
The Adult Outpatient program delivers a full range of addiction treatment options for adults, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT) using methadone, buprenorphine, Vivitrol, Antabuse, and naltrexone. They offer outpatient, intensive outpatient (IOP), and aftercare services supported by therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing (MI), and family counseling. Their services support adults ages 18 and older, with specialized care available for women, individuals living with HIV, and those involved in the criminal justice system.
The Adult Outpatient clinics accept Medicaid, some Medicare plans, and private insurance, offering sliding scale payment options when necessary. With multiple Denver-area clinic locations, including Parkside, Westside, and Potomac Street, the program provides accessible care during early weekday hours and limited Saturday availability, ensuring timely intake and ongoing support throughout recovery.
Services
A quick overview of services associated with this facility.
Type of Care, TC, Substance use treatment
Service Setting (e.g., Outpatient, Residential, Inpatient, etc.), SET, Outpatient; Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment; Regular outpatient treatment
Opioid Medications used in Treatment, OM, Methadone used in Treatment; Buprenorphine used in Treatment
Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment, AUT, Does not treat alcohol use disorder
Type of Opioid Treatment, OT, Buprenorphine maintenance; Federally-certified Opioid Treatment Program; Methadone maintenance
Pharmacotherapies, PHR, Methadone; Buprenorphine with naloxone; Buprenorphine without naloxone; Medication for mental disorders
Treatment Approaches, TAP, Brief intervention; Cognitive behavioral therapy; Contingency management/motivational incentives; Motivational interviewing; Relapse prevention; Substance use disorder counseling; Telemedicine/telehealth therapy; 12-step facilitation
Facility Operation (e.g., Private, Public), FOP, Private for-profit organization
License/Certification/Accreditation, LCA, State Substance use treatment agency; Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF); SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP); Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted, PAY, Cash or self-payment
Special Programs/Groups Offered, SG, Young adults; Adult women; Pregnant/postpartum women; Adult men; Seniors or older adults; Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders; Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders
Assessment/Pre-treatment, ASPT, Comprehensive substance use assessment; Outreach to persons in the community; Screening for substance use
Testing, SCR, Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing; Drug or alcohol urine screening; TB screening
Transitional Services, TRSRV, Discharge Planning; Outcome follow-up after discharge
Recovery Support Services, RSS, Self-help groups
Education and Counseling Services, ECS, 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; Individual counseling; Group counseling
Facility Smoking Policy, SMP, Smoking permitted in designated area
Age Groups Accepted, AGE, Young Adults; Adults
Sex Accepted, SN, Female; Male
Exclusive Services, EXCL, Opioid use disorder clients only
Facility Vaping Policy, FVP, Vaping permitted in designated area
Ancillary Services, AS, Case management service
