About Gold Standard Denver

We've Been Where You Are. Now We're Here for You.

Gold Standard Denver was built by people who know recovery firsthand. We're not just trained professionals — we're people who've faced addiction, overcome obstacles, and rebuilt our lives from the ground up.

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Our Story

Our Mission

Meeting people where they are.

We provide resources, connection, and support to those recently released from incarceration, new to recovery, or facing life's hardest moments.

Our team of licensed professionals brings lived experience to every interaction. We guide each person we serve toward the resources they need while strengthening their goals through the 8 Dimensions of Wellness.

"To meet people where they are and help them build a life they're proud of, one step at a time."

Our Story

How Gold Standard Denver Began.

Gold Standard Denver didn't start in a boardroom. It started with a simple belief: recovery works better when your coach truly understands your journey.

Our founder, Alec Hackney, knew firsthand that the path to recovery isn't straight. It's full of setbacks, hard days, and moments when giving up feels easier than pushing forward. But he also knew something else: with the right support, lasting change is possible.

That's why Gold Standard Denver was built from the ground up by people in recovery, for people in recovery.

We started small, working with individuals in the Denver metro area who needed more than a program. They needed someone who got it. Someone who wouldn't judge. Someone who could help them navigate the real-world challenges of rebuilding a life.

Today, we serve individuals across Denver, Arapahoe County, and Adams County. Our team has grown, but our mission hasn't changed: meet people where they are and help them move forward.

We're proof that recovery works. And we're here to help you prove it too.

2024

Founded in Denver

Counties Served

Denver, Arapahoe County, and Adams County — and growing along the Front Range.

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Our Approach

Recovery That Addresses Your Whole Life.

Most programs focus on one thing: staying sober. We know recovery is bigger than that. We use the 8 Dimensions of Wellness to help you build strength in every area of your life.

Physical

Your body's health matters. We help you build habits around sleep, nutrition, movement, and self-care.

Emotional

Understanding and managing your feelings is essential. We provide tools to process emotions in healthy ways.

Social

Healthy relationships are the foundation of lasting recovery. We help you rebuild connections and set boundaries.

Intellectual

Growth keeps you engaged. We encourage learning, curiosity, and mental stimulation.

Occupational

Purpose through work builds stability. We connect you to employment resources and career support.

Financial

Money stress derails recovery. We help you access benefits, build budgets, and create stability.

Environmental

Your surroundings affect your mindset. We help you create safe, supportive spaces.

Spiritual

Connection to meaning and values matters. We help you explore purpose on your own terms.

This isn't a one-size-fits-all checklist. Your coach works with you to identify which dimensions need attention and builds your plan around your life.

Who We Serve

Who We Work With.

Gold Standard Denver serves anyone ready to take the next step in their recovery journey. You don't have to have it all figured out. You just have to be willing to try.

People New to Recovery

Just getting started? We'll help you build a foundation. No judgment about where you've been. Just support for where you're going.

Individuals Reentering Society

Coming out of incarceration is overwhelming. We help you access IDs, benefits, housing, and employment so you can focus on your future.

Anyone Facing Hardship

Life happens. Whether you're navigating a setback or starting over, we provide the resources and support to help you move forward.

We proudly serve individuals throughout the Denver metro area, including Denver, Arapahoe County, and Adams County. We're also expanding to serve more communities along the Front Range.

Our Values

What We Believe.

Lived Experience Matters

Our coaches have walked this road. That's not a weakness. It's our greatest strength. We understand because we've been there.

Your Journey, Your Pace

Recovery isn't a race. We meet you where you are and move at a pace that works for you. No pressure. No timelines.

Dignity Above All

You deserve respect, period. We treat every person we serve with compassion, honesty, and without judgment.

Real Support, Real Results

We don't just talk about change. We help you build the skills, access the resources, and take the steps to make it happen.

Why We're Different

What Sets Gold Standard Denver Apart.

There are other recovery programs out there. Here's why people choose us.

Coaches With Lived Experience

Every member of our team has personal experience with recovery. We don't just read about challenges in a textbook. We've faced them ourselves. That means real understanding, not surface-level sympathy.

Whole-Person, Personalized Care

We don't hand you a packet and send you on your way. We build your recovery plan from the ground up based on your goals, your challenges, and your life. Every session is about you.

Practical Resources, Not Just Talk

We help you access what you actually need: IDs, Medicaid, transportation, housing, employment. Recovery requires a foundation. We help you build it.

Our Team

Meet Our Team.

Our team is made up of certified recovery coaches, licensed clinicians, and dedicated support staff. Every person on our team brings professional training and lived experience to their work.

Alec Hackney

Owner & CEO

"I built Gold Standard Denver because I know what it's like to need support and not find it. Now I get to be that support for others."

Jesus Ojeda

Executive Director

"Recovery gave me my life back. Helping others find their path is the most meaningful work I've ever done."

Deborah Morrison

Lead Clinician

"Behavioral health and recovery go hand in hand. I'm honored to walk alongside people on their journey."

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Ready to Learn More?

Let's have a conversation. No pressure.

Whether you're ready to start today or just exploring your options, we're here to answer your questions. No sales pitch. Just a conversation about how Gold Standard Denver can support your journey.