Private Residential Treatment Outside of Denver, Colorado
Comprehensive Treatment, Convenient Colorado Location
The Ranch is just 30 minutes east of Denver, yet feels a world away, set on 40 peaceful acres that enhance the healing process. This makes it easy for in- and out-of-state clients to benefit from our comprehensive clinical program.
The Ranch at The Raleigh House
325 S. Almstead Road
Watkins, CO 80137
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Who We Are
For nearly two decades, The Raleigh House has built a national reputation for both addiction and mental health treatment rooted in whole-person healing. We treat adults 18+ of all genders using an approach that combines evidence-based methods with experiential therapies focused on uncovering the underlying issues behind the behaviors and symptoms.
One of two distinct Raleigh House Colorado locations, The Ranch provides detox and stabilization, residential treatment, partial hospitalization, and aftercare support to help clients find their way back to balance and purpose.
The Ranch At-a-Glance
- Who We Treat: Adults of all genders, from age 18 through their 60s, 70s, and beyond
- What We Treat: Substance use disorders, mental health conditions, co-occurring mental health & addiction
- How We Treat: Detox and stabilization, residential, and partial hospitalization combining evidence-based modalities with experiential therapies
Treatment Offered at The Ranch
All programs at The Ranch follow The Raleigh House clinical model, which combines evidence-based therapy with experiential treatment and a focus on pro-recovery nutrition, overall wellness, and whole-person healing.
Detox & Stabilization
Start safely
Detox and stabilization provide medical, clinical, and emotional support as the body safely adjusts after stopping substance use. During this stage, clients receive compassionate care designed to promote comfort and stability as they prepare for the next phase of treatment.
Residential Treatment
Recover deeply
Inpatient treatment programs — offered in 30-, 60-, and 90-day lengths based on medical and clinical appropriateness — provide structured daily schedules built around therapy, education, and experiential healing activities. This flexible residential timeline allows each client’s stay to match the depth of care they need, helping them build a strong foundation for long-term recovery.
Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
Find balance
Our partial hospitalization program provides intensive therapeutic support while allowing clients to begin transitioning toward greater independence. They attend structured daytime treatment, engaging in therapy, skill-building, and relapse prevention while navigating recovery.
Don't Take Our Word for It
Hear From Our Alumni
“For 25 years I’ve struggled with alcohol and drugs. Those were my coping mechanisms. Here, at the Raleigh House, they taught me who I really was …. They taught me how to cope and live a healthy and meaningful life – one of service and freedom. I truly owe my life to this place!”
– A Grateful Alum of The Raleigh House
Our Beautiful Colorado Setting
The Ranch at The Raleigh House sits on 40 acres of open Colorado countryside, where quiet surroundings and wide open space support reflection and meaningful progress in recovery. Stepping away from daily distractions helps clients slow down, reconnect with themselves, and build momentum in their healing.
Highlights include on-site chefs who prepare delicious, pro-recovery meals; horses from our equine program grazing on our grounds; and casual outdoor seating that invites community and connection.
Conditions We Address at The Ranch
Clients can receive care for a range of substance use disorders, mental health issues, and co-occurring conditions at The Ranch at The Raleigh House.
Substance Use Disorders
Alcohol and drug addiction can affect relationships, health, and emotional well-being. The Ranch helps clients understand root causes, learn to identify triggers, and develop healthy coping strategies.
Mental Health Disorders
The Ranch is equipped to address mental health conditions on their own, without a substance use disorder diagnosis, helping clients find healing from depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, attachment disorders, trauma, and more.
Co-occurring Disorders
For clients facing both a mental health condition and a substance use disorder, The Ranch provides integrated dual diagnosis care. We address both conditions together for comprehensive healing and long-term recovery.
How We Treat
Specialized Therapies That Support Whole-Person Healing
The Raleigh House pairs evidence-based treatment during clinical hours with experiential therapies outside of clinical hours to explore emotions, trauma, and behavioral patterns through hands-on activities. This collaborative care model, led by licensed clinicians, empowers clients to build emotional awareness, confidence, and healthier coping strategies while receiving individualized support.
Clinical therapies offered at The Ranch:
- Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR)
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive processing therapy (CPT)
- Family work
- Trauma therapy, attachment-focused work
Experiential therapies offered at The Ranch:
What Sets Us Apart?
Real healing goes deeper than symptoms
A Highly Specialized Clinical & Medical Team
Our master's-level clinicians are specialists in trauma-informed therapy, substance use disorder recovery, mental health, and emotional wellness. Trained in EMDR, motivational interviewing, and other proven therapies, they work in tandem with our medical director and on-site nursing staff to provide a comprehensive clinical treatment program with medical oversight.
Nutrition Focus for Whole-Person Healing
Our pro-recovery diet goes beyond just “healthy meals.” It’s a meticulously crafted program designed by experienced nutritionists to provide the body with the specific building blocks it needs to begin to heal. At The Ranch, this means dedicated chefs who prepare meals on-site.
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Specialty Experiences That Enhance Treatment
Experiential therapies include our Equine Experience, on-site rock-climbing wall, and other creative activities to give clients more opportunities to explore complex feelings, build self-awareness, and put what they learn in therapy into practice.
Meet Our Team
The Ranch at The Raleigh House is led by an experienced, compassionate team focused on personalized care and lasting recovery.
Founder & Executive Chairman
Chief Executive Officer
Arshad William, MD, ABAM
Board Certified Psychiatrist,
Medical Director
Executive Clinical Director
Anthony DiLorenzo, LCSW
Director of Clinical Services
Meta Roeger, RN
Director of Nursing
Susan McNitt
Nurse Practitioner
Claire Fries
Head Chef
Cheyenne Anderson
Equine Specialist
Paying For Treatment
Our admissions team can check your coverage and help ensure you get the most from your benefits.
Please note that we do not accept Medicare or Medicaid.
Contact Admissions
30 minutes from downtown Denver
325 S. Almstead Road
Watkins, CO 80137
Taking that first step toward recovery can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Our caring, knowledgeable team is here to help you understand your treatment options and begin your healing journey at The Ranch.
Ready to get started? Contact us online or call us today to speak with our admissions team.
FAQs: Residential Treatment at The Ranch
Is The Ranch part of The Raleigh House?
Yes. The Ranch, located just outside of Denver in Watkins, is one of two Colorado treatment locations operated by The Raleigh House.
Is The Ranch at The Raleigh House accredited?
Yes. The Ranch is accredited by The Joint Commission, a national standard that reflects the facility’s commitment to quality and safety in addiction and mental health treatment.
Do clients ride the horses at The Ranch?
No. The Ranch at The Raleigh House offers an equine experience where all equine interactions are ground-based. We prioritize safety and therapeutic intent, and clients don’t need prior horse experience to participate and benefit.
What happens after residential treatment ends?
Clients typically transition into a lower level of care, such as partial hospitalization or outpatient treatment, along with a personalized aftercare plan to support long-term recovery.
Are family members involved in treatment at The Ranch?
Treatment at The Ranch at The Raleigh House includes family work. Specialists work with clients and their family members, if they choose to participate and it’s deemed clinically appropriate, to uncover underlying issues, build communication bridges, and strengthen the client’s support system.