Jaywalker Lodge Inc – Solutions Program: Men’s Recovery in Carbondale, CO
Jaywalker Lodge Inc – Solutions Program offers a dedicated and comprehensive path to sobriety for men struggling with substance abuse and co-occurring mental health issues. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, this facility is recognized for its commitment to inspiring lasting recovery through personalized treatment, strong community integration, and evidence-based clinical care.
A Specialized Approach for Men
Jaywalker Lodge is exclusively focused on treating men, creating an environment where peers and professionals collaborate to foster healing and personal growth. The program emphasizes the development of personal responsibility, robust peer friendships, and immersion in the principles of 12-step programming. This gender-specific focus allows for deeper exploration of core issues and challenges unique to men in recovery, paving the way for a sustainable sober life.
Dual Diagnosis and Clinical Excellence
The facility employs a dual diagnosis approach, treating not only the symptoms of substance abuse—including alcohol, opioids, and benzodiazepines—but also the underlying mental health conditions that often accompany addiction. This comprehensive treatment model addresses disorders such as depression, anxiety, Bipolar Disorders, OCD, and PTSD.
Core therapeutic modalities utilized include:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Trauma-informed therapy
Continuum of Care and Experiential Healing
“Solutions” is Jaywalker’s transitional Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), designed as a crucial bridge between highly intensive residential treatment and independent living. This continuum of care helps men integrate back into their lives while maintaining accountability and therapeutic support.
A distinctive feature of the program is its utilization of the stunning Colorado mountain environment for healing and self-discovery. Expedition-based therapy is integrated weekly, using outdoor activities like mountain biking, rafting, and skiing to build resilience, teamwork, and self-efficacy. Additional holistic therapies enhance the experience:
- Yoga and Meditation
- Art and Music Therapy
- Nutrition Education
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jaywalker Lodge a short-term or long-term program?
Jaywalker Lodge offers a comprehensive continuum of care, which includes residential inpatient and long-term residential treatment options, as well as an intensive outpatient program (IOP) called “Solutions” for transitional support.
Does the program only treat addiction, or are mental health issues addressed?
Jaywalker Lodge utilizes a dual diagnosis approach, meaning they treat both substance use disorders (alcohol, drugs) and co-occurring mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
What makes the Carbondale location unique for recovery?
The location in Carbondale, Colorado, allows the program to incorporate expedition-based and wilderness therapies, utilizing outdoor activities like mountain biking and rock climbing as part of the healing process.

