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Guardian Recovery’s Montville Adolescent Center: Detox & Residential Care for Ages 13-17

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Ages 13-17Detoxification & Residential TreatmentFully covered by Colorado Access MedicaidYour case manager coordinates everythingLicensed clinicians with teen expertiseSafe, 24/7 supervised environmentFamily involvement & support
When your teenager is facing mental health or substance use challenges, finding quality treatment shouldn’t add to your stress. CuraWest, Denver’s premier behavioral health provider, has partnered with Colorado Access to offer Denver-area families access to Guardian Recovery’s renowned Montville Adolescent Center in New Jersey—at no additional cost to you.
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Ages 13-17Detoxification & Residential TreatmentFully covered by Colorado Access MedicaidYour case manager coordinates everythingLicensed clinicians with teen expertiseSafe, 24/7 supervised environmentFamily involvement & support

Why Denver Teens Need More Treatment Options

The Denver area faces a critical shortage of adolescent behavioral health treatment facilities. When teens are in crisis, families often face:
Long waitlists at local facilitiesLimited specialized teen programmingNo available detox beds for adolescentsLack of comprehensive dual-diagnosis treatmentYour teenager can’t wait.
That’s why we created this solution.

Through our established relationship with Colorado Access—a trusted Medicaid provider serving Denver families—CuraWest is proud to extend our treatment network to include Guardian Recovery’s premier adolescent facility.
World-Class Care at Guardian’s Montville Adolescent Center
Located in Montville, New Jersey, the Montville Adolescent Center is Guardian Recovery’s dedicated facility for teenagers ages 13-17 struggling with:

Alcohol, marijuana, opioids, stimulants, etc.

Depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD

Co-occuring mental health and substance use disorder treatment

Risky behavior, academic issues, social support

What Makes Montville Different

Our curriculum is designed exclusively for teens ages 13-17, addressing developmental needs, peer dynamics, academic concerns, and family relationships.

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Family Systems Therapy
  • Trauma-Informed Care
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • 12-Step Integration

Licensed therapists, psychiatrists, and counselors specializing in adolescent behavioral health

Supervised care in a secure, comfortable setting designed specifically for teenagers.

Educational programming to keep your teen on track academically during treatment.

Regular family therapy sessions, progress updates, and discharge planning to ensure lasting success.
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A safe, comfortable environment where teens ages 13-17 can focus on healing and growth

Your Health Coverage with Colorado Access Covers Treatment at Montville

For Denver-Area Families:

If you or your teenager has Health First Colorado (Colorado’s Medicaid program) with Colorado Access, you already have coverage for treatment at Guardian Recovery’s Montville Adolescent Center. Here’s how it works:

Your Colorado Access care coordinator works collaboratively with you and your care team to coordinate your care. They partner with your care team to ensure that all documentation required for admission is provided to our utilization management team for review. We will verify Medicaid eligibility and may ask about other insurance you may have. If you are already working with a Colorado Access care coordinator, you can email or call them directly, if you are not working with Colorado Access yet, call their care coordinator team at (866) 833-5717

Our clinical team conducts a comprehensive assessment to determine the appropriate level of care (detox and/or residential).

Your Colorado Access care coordinator will work closely with your care team to help arrange and coordinate travel to the Montville facility.

Your care coordinator will work directly with the admissions team and your care team to ensure a smooth transition and admission.

Your teen receives specialized detox and residential care in a supportive, structured environment.

Throughout treatment and after discharge, we provide family support and comprehensive aftercare planning with your care coordinator.
Don’t navigate this alone. Your Colorado Access care coordinator helps families access the care they need. They work closely with you and the care team to help navigate logistics, help you navigate the system, paperwork and coordination, so you can focus on supporting your teen.
Treatment is fully covered as part of your coverage with Colorado Access. Don’t let cost be a barrier to getting your teen the help they need.
Comprehensive Adolescent Treatment Programs
Safe, medically supervised withdrawal management for teens with substance dependence. Our medical team provides 24/7 monitoring and comfort medications to ensure a safe detox process. Detox is the critical first step in recovery, preparing teens for residential treatment.

Key Features:

24/7 medical monitoring

Licensed nursing staff

Physician oversightComfort medications when appropriateSmooth transition to residential care
Intensive, 24/7 structured care in a therapeutic environment. Teens live on-site and participate in comprehensive programming including individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, psychiatric care, and academic support.

Key Features:
Structured daily scheduleIndividual & group therapyFamily therapy sessionsPsychiatric evaluation & medication managementEvidence-based treatment modalitiesEducational programmingRecreational activitiesLife skills developmentDischarge planning & aftercare coordination
Our clinical team will assess your teen’s needs and recommend whether they require detox before residential treatment or can enter residential care directly.
The Guardian Recovery Difference
Guardian Recovery has successfully treated thousands of individuals struggling with substance use and mental health disorders.

Our Montville facility is dedicated exclusively to adolescent care for ages 13-17, ensuring age-appropriate treatment.

We treat the whole person—addressing mental health, substance use, family dynamics, and academic needs.

Safe, compassionate withdrawal management with experienced medical staff.

Fully accredited and licensed, meeting the highest standards of behavioral health care.

Our established relationship with Colorado Access ensures seamless coverage, travel coordination, and care.
Is Montville Adolescent Center Right for Your Teen?
We provide detoxification and residential treatment for adolescents ages 13-17 struggling with:
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OCD

Co-Occurring Disorders
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Specialized dual-diagnosis treatment for teens with both substance use and mental health challenges.
Supporting Your Family Through Treatment
Your Colorado Access care coordinator works collaboratively with the care team to support logistics, helping with travel arrangements, admission paperwork, and discharge planning.

Regular updates from the clinical team and scheduled family therapy sessions (virtual options available for Denver families).

Comprehensive aftercare planning beginning on day one, coordinated with your care coordinator to ensure continuity of care when your teen returns home.

Connection to CuraWest’s Denver services for continued outpatient support after residential treatment.

Access to our crisis line and support team whenever you need guidance.

Your Care Coordinator Makes the Process Easy
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What Your Care Coordinator Does:

Your care coordinator works collaboratively with the care team to help arrange flights or ground transportation to New Jersey and coordinate return travel after treatment.

Your care coordinator works collaboratively with you and your care team to coordinate your care. They partner with your care team and admissions team to ensure all required documentation and authorizations for your facility are complete and submitted to our utilization management team for review. We will verify Medicaid eligibility and may ask about other insurance you have.

Care coordinators provide resources and support for families throughout the treatment process.

They help coordinate follow-up care in Denver after your teen completes residential treatment.

If you’re new to Colorado Access or do not have an assigned care coordinator, call them at (866) 833-5717. The Colorado Access team will assign a care coordinator to support you.

You can also call our admissions team directly, and we’ll help you connect with Colorado Access to get a care coordinator.

If you’re new to Colorado Access or haven’t connected with your case manager, call the number on your insurance card. They’ll connect you with your assigned case manager who can begin helping immediately.

You can also call our admissions team directly, and we’ll help you connect with your Colorado Access case manager.

Stories of Hope & Healing

When our 15-year-old was in crisis, we couldn’t find help in Denver. Guardian Recovery’s Montville Adolescent Center program saved our son’s life.

— Alice M., Parent

The staff at Montville Adolescent Center understood teenagers in a way that other programs didn’t. They helped our daughter address both her anxiety and substance use together. We have our child back.

— Maurice K., Parent

What a beautiful facility! Guardian Recovery’s adolescent program is top notch and their staff really cares. Thankful that this is now an option.

— Sarah B., Community Support

Common Questions About Teen Treatment at Montville

We serve adolescents ages 13-17.

We offer medical detoxification and residential treatment. Our clinical team will assess your teen’s needs.

Length of stay varies based on individual needs, typically ranging from 30-90 days for residential treatment. Detox length varies based on substances used.

Your Colorado Access case manager can help arrange and coordinate travel to our Montville, New Jersey facility.

Yes, family visitation is encouraged and scheduled based on treatment phase and clinical recommendations. Virtual family therapy is available for families in Denver.

We provide educational programming to keep teens current with coursework during treatment.

Yes, detox and residential treatment at Montville Adolescent Center is fully covered for Colorado Access members in the Denver area.

We develop comprehensive aftercare plans and can connect families to CuraWest’s Denver services for continued outpatient support. Your case manager helps coordinate this transition.

Contact your Colorado Access case manager first—they can help coordinate everything. You can also call our 24/7 admissions line, and we’ll help you connect with your case manager.

We offer medical detoxification for teens who require withdrawal management before entering residential treatment. Our medical team ensures this process is safe and comfortable.

Denver’s Premier Behavioral Health Provider
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CuraWest is the leading substance use and mental health treatment provider in the Denver area, serving adults and adolescents. As a main provider of treatment services for Colorado Access, we’re committed to ensuring all Denver residents have access to quality care.

Guardian Recovery operates multiple treatment facilities nationwide, with specialized programs for adolescents, adults, and families. Our Montville Adolescent Center represents the gold standard in teen behavioral health treatment, offering both medical detoxification and residential care for ages 13-17.

Together, we’re bridging the treatment gap for Denver’s youth.

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Medical Disclaimer:

The information provided on this website is intended solely for educational and informational purposes. Guardian Recovery aims to improve the quality of life for individuals struggling with substance use or mental health disorders by offering fact-based content about behavioral health conditions, treatment options, and related outcomes. However, this information should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Important Notes:

The content on this site is believed to be current and accurate at the time of posting, but medical information is constantly evolving.
Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider regarding any questions or concerns about your health or medical condition.
If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.
Guardian Recovery does not provide free medical advice. For personalized treatment recommendations, please consult with a licensed healthcare professional.

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this disclaimer. Guardian Recovery and its affiliates disclaim any liability for the use or interpretation of information contained herein. SEE TERMS AND CONDITIONS

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Medical Disclaimer:

The information provided on this website is intended solely for educational and informational purposes. Guardian Recovery aims to improve the quality of life for individuals struggling with substance use or mental health disorders by offering fact-based content about behavioral health conditions, treatment options, and related outcomes. However, this information should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Important Notes:

The content on this site is believed to be current and accurate at the time of posting, but medical information is constantly evolving.
Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider regarding any questions or concerns about your health or medical condition.
If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.
Guardian Recovery does not provide free medical advice. For personalized treatment recommendations, please consult with a licensed healthcare professional.

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this disclaimer. Guardian Recovery and its affiliates disclaim any liability for the use or interpretation of information contained herein. SEE TERMS AND CONDITIONS