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Imagine Denver

Denver, CO

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient Outpatient MAT Telehealth

Inpatient · Outpatient · MAT · Telehealth center · in Denver, CO · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Serves veterans, trauma survivors.

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Direct line to Imagine Denver: (888) 574-4552

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About Imagine Denver

Imagine Denver offers outpatient mental health treatment programming for adolescents ages 13-17. They address both behavioral concerns as well as mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, and relationship problems. Imagine Denver offers both a partial hospitalization program (PHP) and an intensive outpatient program (IOP) which can include up to 30 hours of treatment programming per week. They treat each client on an individual basis and use evidence-based therapies including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-specific therapies, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), art therapy, and family therapy. Imagine Denver works with most insurance providers and is accredited by the Joint Commission.

Private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, transitional housing, halfway house, or sober home.

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
Inpatient · Outpatient · MAT · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment, Long-term residential
Therapy approaches
Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Members of military families, 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
Medications used
Acamprosate (Campral®), Disulfiram, Buprenorphine with naloxone, Buprenorphine without naloxone, Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable), Naltrexone (oral), Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable), Clonidine, Nicotine replacement, Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Recovery supports
Self-help groups, Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Mentoring/peer support, Employment counseling or training
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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

Full list from SAMHSA: Medicare; Medicaid; Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

Address

1155 Cherokee Street, Denver, CO 80204

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Facility direct line

(888) 574-4552

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Imagine Denver accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Imagine Denver accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CO Medicaid plan. Call (888) 574-4552 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Imagine Denver offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, Outpatient, MAT, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment, Long-term residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Transitional housing, halfway house, or sober home.
Does Imagine Denver have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients.
What therapy methods does Imagine Denver use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, 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 Imagine Denver?
Call the facility directly at (888) 574-4552 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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