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Footprints to Recovery Aurora

Kansas City, MO

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission IOP Dual Dx Telehealth

IOP · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Kansas City, MO · Serves trauma survivors.

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About Footprints to Recovery Aurora

Footprints to Recovery in Aurora, Colorado, strives to serve as a beacon of hope, providing compassionate care for individuals struggling with drug and alcohol addiction, as well as co-occurring mental health disorders. Footprints to Recovery offers multiple levels of care, including medical detox, residential treatment, and outpatient programs. With specialized tracks for veterans, first responders, and LGBTQ+ individuals, they create a safe, inclusive space for healing.
Their approach blends evidence-based therapies with holistic treatments to address addiction's root causes. Clients engage in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed care. Holistic options like yoga, meditation, and fitness help support overall well-being. This well-rounded approach empowers individuals to develop coping skills, heal past wounds, and build a foundation for lasting recovery.
The facility provides a comfortable and supportive living environment with private and shared rooms, modern amenities, and nutritious chef-prepared meals. Clients enjoy indoor and outdoor spaces for relaxation and recreation. Travel assistance is available for those coming from out of state, ensuring a smooth transition into treatment. This welcoming atmosphere helps clients focus fully on their recovery journey.

Private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
IOP · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches
Anger management, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Trauma-related counseling
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Adult women, Adult men, 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 who have experienced trauma
Recovery supports
Self-help groups, Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Recovery coach, Mentoring/peer support, Employment counseling or training
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Verify coverage
Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs; Cash or self-payment; SAMHSA funding/block grants

Contact & Location

Address

4501 Troost Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64110

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Facility direct line

(855) 729-6897

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Footprints to Recovery Aurora accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (855) 729-6897 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other MO centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Footprints to Recovery Aurora offer?
This facility offers: IOP, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Footprints to Recovery Aurora have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adult women, Adult men, 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 who have experienced trauma.
What therapy methods does Footprints to Recovery Aurora use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at Footprints to Recovery Aurora?
Call the facility directly at (855) 729-6897 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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