Jaywalker Lodge

Jaywalker Lodge We are an addiction treatment continuum with a committed focus on 12-step philosophy and community i

Jaywalker offers an addiction treatment continuum with a committed focus on 12-step philosophy and community integration. In addition, we are a multidisciplinary team consisting of MDs, Master’s-level clinicians, addiction specialists, and mental health and trauma experts capable of treating complex clients that present with a myriad of mental health, psychiatric and trauma disorders. Our program is multimodal, clinically sophisticated and achieves a high rate of success within an Open Community Model where clients remove blocks to long-term recovery, create authentic relationships, and discover serious joy.

12/17/2025

We’re incredibly grateful to the team at Captiv Content for spending the day at Jaywalker Lodge capturing what makes our program and community unique.

From real conversations to everyday moments inside our community, this content day was all about telling an honest story—one that helps families find the right information at the right time when they’re searching for support.

Thank you to Danny Colella and the entire Captiv Content team for your professionalism, creativity, and care in bringing the Jaywalker story to life. We’re excited to share what we’ve been working on—stay tuned.




Jaywalker is excited to announce our partnership with the team at Captiv Content!The Captiv crew was on site today captu...
12/17/2025

Jaywalker is excited to announce our partnership with the team at Captiv Content!

The Captiv crew was on site today capturing the energy, heart, and authenticity that define life at Jaywalker. From meaningful conversations to behind-the-scenes moments, this collaboration is all about telling our story in a way that truly reflects our mission and the men we serve.

Our leadership team jumped right in—Co-CEO Stefan Bate, CMO KC Gooding, CCO Dennis Ballinger, and Activities & Wellness Manager Chase Smith all took part in the filming, sharing insight into what makes Jaywalker such a special community for growth, recovery, and adventure.

This is just the beginning. We’re excited to roll out fresh video content that showcases our program, our people, and the powerful work happening here every day.

Stay tuned—there’s a lot more to come.

It’s officially ski season at Jaywalker, and the excitement is real. ⛷️❄️With world-class skiing and snowboarding just m...
12/15/2025

It’s officially ski season at Jaywalker, and the excitement is real. ⛷️❄️

With world-class skiing and snowboarding just moments away at Aspen/Snowmass, our guys step into a true winter playground—one that challenges them physically, mentally, and emotionally. The mountains become an extension of the therapeutic process, offering powerful lessons in presence, perseverance, trust, and resilience.

For our Primary Care Program clients, this means the opportunity to ski up to three days a week, integrating adventure-based experiences with structured clinical care. Time on the mountain builds confidence, strengthens peer connection, and reinforces healthy routines—all while experiencing the unmatched beauty of winter in the Roaring Fork Valley.

At Jaywalker, recovery is active, immersive, and rooted in real-life experiences. Ski season is more than a perk—it’s part of the path forward










The Jaywalker Expedition: Arches National ParkFrom slot canyons carved in red rock to sandstone walls that demand focus ...
12/13/2025

The Jaywalker Expedition: Arches National Park

From slot canyons carved in red rock to sandstone walls that demand focus and courage, from miles of desert singletrack to wandering beneath the arches — our crew immersed themselves fully in everything Moab has to offer.

What sets these expeditions apart isn’t just the terrain or the adrenaline. It’s what happens within the group. In the challenge and the vastness of this place, our men practice trust, face fear head-on, and experience genuine connection — often in ways they haven’t felt in years.

As part of our Primary Care Program, monthly expeditions like this are designed to show that recovery isn’t about being held back. It’s about moving forward. Together. Into freedom, purpose, and a life worth living — one adventure at a time.

“Where Bonds & Behaviors Meet: Addiction, Attachment & The Family System”Jaywalker’s Chief Clinical Officer, Dennis Ball...
12/11/2025

“Where Bonds & Behaviors Meet: Addiction, Attachment & The Family System”

Jaywalker’s Chief Clinical Officer, Dennis Ballinger, LMFT, is joining forces with Jamie Rabkin Binder, LCSW, Growth Director at Stride Denver, for a special CEU event on Thursday, January 8th at The FREE Recovery Community.
Join us for this Lunch & Learn from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM as we explore the intersection of addiction, attachment, and the family system.
This collaboration brings together two powerful voices in the recovery and mental health space—don’t miss the chance to learn, connect, and earn CEUs alongside Denver’s professional community.

Register today!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jaywalker-stride-denver-ceu-tickets-1976779478634?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios

Today we took our Solutions crew out for a special treat—an equine therapy intensive—and it was nothing short of powerfu...
12/09/2025

Today we took our Solutions crew out for a special treat—an equine therapy intensive—and it was nothing short of powerful. 🐎

The men had an amazing experience, and we’re excited to see how the continued processing and integration unfolds in the days ahead.

Throughout the day, meaningful themes emerged around overcoming obstacles in recovery, the importance (and challenges) of boundaries in relationships, and deeper self and other awareness. Watching these men show up with openness, courage, and curiosity was truly inspiring. Moments like these remind us how experiential work can spark growth in ways words alone sometimes can’t.

Last week we wrapped up another in person Family Program, and I’m reminded once again of a truth we don’t say out loud n...
12/08/2025

Last week we wrapped up another in person Family Program, and I’m reminded once again of a truth we don’t say out loud nearly enough. Our clients do not arrive here as isolated individuals. They come bound to their families financially, emotionally, and developmentally. That unique dependence means the family system is inextricably linked to the client in an immature way. Many of our families have been unable to move through normal maturation, not because they don’t care, but because addiction freezes entire systems in place.

This is why family work is not an add on at Jaywalker. It is not optional. It is not secondary. The changing and healing of the family system is as important as the individual work with the men. And often, it’s more important. I’ve seen healthy family boundaries save lives. I’ve seen small shifts in communication, roles, and accountability create enough space for our clients to breathe again. Like any system, every part influences the other. When one part changes the whole system must adjust. That adjustment can be for the better or for the worse, and the work we do helps tilt the entire system toward recovery.

At Jaywalker we treat family education and family healing as equal to the clinical work with our men. It is part of the core. It is part of our mission. And the people who make that possible are our Family Services team, and all the members of our staff that interact with our families.

Pray for Snow? ❄️Prayer answered. 🙏Mother Nature delivered in a big way, covering the Roaring Fork Valley in its annual ...
12/06/2025

Pray for Snow? ❄️
Prayer answered. 🙏

Mother Nature delivered in a big way, covering the Roaring Fork Valley in its annual blanket of fresh powder. Activities Director Chase Smith and our guys didn’t miss a beat—gearing up at first light and heading to Buttermilk for a morning of skinning.

At Jaywalker, these moments are more than just winter fun—they’re part of a robust activity program that’s central to our recovery model. From skiing and skinning to hiking, biking, fly fishing, and year-round adventure, our program is designed to help men reconnect with their bodies, build confidence, deepen community, and discover healthy ways to experience joy.

Fresh snow, fresh start, fresh perspective. Here’s to another incredible winter in the mountains we call home. 🏔️⛷️❄️

Jaywalker Director of Family Services, Kevin Petersen, LMFT, will be presenting “Working with Families Struggling with A...
12/02/2025

Jaywalker Director of Family Services, Kevin Petersen, LMFT, will be presenting “Working with Families Struggling with Addiction and Codependency” today on TPN Health at 12 PM MST.

With over 30 years of experience supporting families impacted by addiction, Kevin is a nationally recognized leader in family systems work. He is the acclaimed author of Chronic Hope: Parenting the Addicted Child, founder of the Chronic Hope Institute, and a trusted resource for thousands of industry professionals, parents, and loved ones seeking guidance.

As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Kevin has spent decades helping families establish healthy boundaries, rebuild trust, and navigate the complexities of addiction and codependency. At Jaywalker, he leads our Family Services Program, develops individualized family treatment plans, facilitates weekly groups and coaching sessions, and plays an integral role in our multidisciplinary clinical team.
Today’s presentation will be live-streamed and also available on-demand through the TPN Health platform. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from one of the most respected voices in family addiction recovery.

https://app.tpn.health/education/working-with-families-struggling-with-addiction-codependency-85375fb0?utm_campaign=24840475-Jaywalker&utm_source=working_with_families_addiction_jaywalker

At Jaywalker, winter isn’t just a season — it’s a celebration ❄️⛷️🏂Mother Nature answered our prayers with 7 inches of f...
12/01/2025

At Jaywalker, winter isn’t just a season — it’s a celebration ❄️⛷️🏂

Mother Nature answered our prayers with 7 inches of fresh powder, and the energy around campus is electric. Jaywalkers are tuning up their skis and boards, gearing up for another unforgettable season on the mountain.
In our primary program, the men hit Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk up to three days a week, taking full advantage of the world-class terrain right in our backyard.

Here’s to fresh snow, big smiles, and another winter of recovery, community, and adventure in the Rockies!

11/27/2025

What’s Chef Brian Trom cooking up for Thanksgiving? Beans, greens, potatoes, tomatoes… and so much more! 🦃🍽️

The holidays can be a challenging time for our clients, but Chef Brian has a way of turning this season into something special. This year marks Brian’s 18th Thanksgiving meal at Jaywalker, and his incredible food — made with heart, humor, and a whole lot of soul — continues to make the holidays here feel like home.

We’re grateful for the comfort, connection, and community he helps create every single day.

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