Recovery Coaching in Denver Built on Lived Experience
Your journey is personal. Your support should be too.
We're a team of certified recovery coaches and behavioral health professionals who've walked this road ourselves. We provide personalized coaching, practical resources, and real support — guided by the 8 Dimensions of Wellness.
Licensed Professionals
Lived Recovery Experience
Medicaid Accepted
Serving Denver Metro
Confidence Breeds Recovery
At Gold Standard Denver, we know recovery is more than staying sober. It's rebuilding your life from the ground up.
That's why we do things differently. Every coach on our team has lived experience. We've faced the same challenges you're facing now. We've rebuilt our own lives. And we're here to help you do the same.
Whether you're newly released from incarceration, starting fresh in recovery, or navigating a difficult transition. We meet you where you are.
Personalized Plans
Your recovery, your way.
Lasting Skills
Tools you'll use for life.
Practical Resources
IDs, Medicaid, Housing, Employment, and more.
Real Connection
Coaches who truly understand. "We've been through it."


How We Support Your Journey
We offer a range of recovery coaching and behavioral health services designed to address every aspect of your life. All services are delivered by licensed professionals with lived experience.
Recovery Coaching
One-on-one support from someone who gets it. Your recovery coach will help you build practical skills, overcome obstacles, and stay accountable to your goals. Together, you'll create a personalized plan that fits your life — not a cookie-cutter program.
What's Included:
- Personalized goal setting
- Weekly check-ins and accountability
- Crisis support and problem-solving
- Connection to resources and referrals
Behavioral Health Services
Mental health and recovery go hand in hand. Our licensed clinicians provide compassionate, evidence-based behavioral health services to help you address the root causes — not just the symptoms. We work with you to build emotional resilience and long-term stability.
What's Included:
- Individual therapy sessions
- Co-occurring disorder support
- Trauma-informed care
- Licensed clinical guidance
Resource Development
Recovery requires a foundation. We help you access the essential resources you need to rebuild your life — from vital documents to stable housing. Our team will walk you through every step, cutting through red tape so you can focus on what matters.
Resources We Help You Access:
- State ID & Birth Certificates
- Social Security Cards
- Medicaid & EBT Benefits
- Transportation & Cell Phones
- Employment & Housing Support
Individual & Group Sessions
There's power in community. Our group sessions bring together peers who understand your journey. Led by trained facilitators, these sessions help you build confidence, develop critical thinking skills, and connect with others who are walking the same path.
What to Expect:
- Small, supportive group settings
- Skills-based discussions
- Peer encouragement and accountability
- Safe space to share and grow
Recovery That Covers Every Part of Your Life
We offer a range of recovery coaching and behavioral health services designed to address every aspect of your life. All services are delivered by licensed professionals with lived experience.
Physical
Your body's health, nutrition, sleep, and movement
Emotional
Understanding and managing your feelings
Social
Building healthy relationships and community
Intellectual
Learning, growing, and engaging your mind
Occupational
Finding purpose through meaningful work
Financial
Managing money and building stability
Environmental
Creating safe, supportive spaces
Spiritual
Connecting to meaning, purpose, and values
Our coaches work with you to strengthen each dimension, because lasting recovery isn't about white-knuckling through life. It's about building a life you don't want to escape from.
Why Families and Individuals Choose Gold Standard Denver
Lived Experience
Our coaches aren't just trained professionals, they've walked this road themselves. That means real understanding, not textbook sympathy.
Personalized Approach
No two journeys are the same. We build your program from the ground up based on your needs, goals, and circumstances.
Whole-Person Care
We address every part of your life, from mental health to employment to housing. Because recovery touches everything.
Real Stories. Real Recovery.
"Gold Standard helped me find strength I didn't know I had. The coaches listened without judgment, answered every question, and gave me tools to create a life worth living. I'm no longer defined by my past."
"Before Gold Standard, I was just surviving. The program gave me a solid foundation, real skills for daily life, and people who truly cared. I rebuilt my confidence, reconnected with my family, and learned how to thrive."
"Gold Standard didn't just get me sober — they taught me how to stay that way. The coaches understood my struggles because they've been there. I'm healthier, happier, and proud of who I'm becoming."
Meet the Team Behind Your Recovery
Every member of our team brings lived experience and professional training. We've rebuilt our own lives, and we're here to help you rebuild yours.

Alex Hackney
Owner & CEO
Building a gold standard for recovery coaching in Denver.

Jesus Ojeda
Executive Director
Leading our team with lived experience and professional excellence.

Deborah Morrison
Lead Clinician
Bringing compassionate, evidence-based care to every session.

Velvet Chavez
Administrative Assistant
Ensuring every client feels welcomed and supported from day one.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Reaching out is the hardest part — and you're already here. Whether you're ready to start today or just have questions, we're here to listen. No judgment. No pressure. Just support.
When you reach out, one of our intake specialists will personally review your message within 24 hours. We'll connect by phone or email — whichever you prefer — to understand your situation and explore how we can help.
You don't have to do this alone.
Phone
(720) 772-8657
Address
5039 S. Federal Blvd .
Suite 8
Englewood, CO 80110
