Hands Up Counseling

Colorado Springs, CO

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient Telehealth

Outpatient · Telehealth center · in Colorado Springs, CO · Serves veterans, adolescents, trauma survivors.

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Call helpline: +1 (205) 973-2878

Direct line to Hands Up Counseling: 719-572-1844

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About Hands Up Counseling

Private for-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment.

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: Outpatient · Telehealth
Service settings: Outpatient, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches: Anger management, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Community reinforcement plus vouchers, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups: Children/Adolescents
Special populations: Adolescents, Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients
Recovery supports: Self-help groups, Housing services, Employment counseling or training
Facility operation: Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid

Medicare

Private insurance

TRICARE / VA

Self-pay / Cash

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Full list from SAMHSA: IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds; Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

Address

3100 North Academy Boulevard, Colorado Springs, CO 80917

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Facility direct line

719-572-1844

Website

handsupcounseling.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Hands Up Counseling accept Medicaid?

SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call 719-572-1844 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other CO centers that accept Medicaid.

What level of care does Hands Up Counseling offer?

This facility offers: Outpatient, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment.

Does Hands Up Counseling have specialized programs?

Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adolescents, Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military.

What therapy methods does Hands Up Counseling use?

Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Community reinforcement plus vouchers, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Trauma-related counseling.

How do I start treatment at Hands Up Counseling?

Call the facility directly at 719-572-1844 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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