Residential Addiction Treatment in Colombia
A place to begin again, with care built around the whole person.
Colombia Treatment Center is creating an intimate addiction and mental-health program for adults from Colombia and abroad—combining clinical structure, private accommodation and thoughtful continuity from first conversation through life after treatment.
Planned for the hills outside Medellín, Colombia. Currently in development — admissions information and launch updates are available now.
Guarantee
A setback does not have to mean starting from nothing.
Eligible clients who complete the full 120-day program may return for 30 days of residential care at no additional program fee if relapse occurs within six months of discharge.
Read the full guarantee terms →Subject to written eligibility terms, clinical suitability, approval and availability. Travel, medications and outside medical services are not included. This is a care benefit, not a guarantee of recovery or any clinical outcome.
The cycle of trying, improving for a while, and slipping back is exhausting.
Many people who enter treatment have tried to change before. That history is not wasted. It shows the clinical team what helped, what did not and what deserves closer attention this time.
Tell us what is happening →Treatment built around the person. Not the other way around.
A treatment plan should consider substance-use history, mental health, medical needs, relationships, previous treatment, risks, strengths and what has or has not helped before.
Qualified clinicians determine whether residential care is appropriate and which methods fit. Admission depends on clinical assessment; some medical or psychiatric presentations require a different level or type of care.
Explore the clinical modelAssessment looks beyond a diagnosis to the person, context and risks.
Methods are chosen for a reason, not added as a checklist.
The plan evolves with clinical need, progress and discharge goals.
One connected path, all the way through.
Knowing what happens next can make the first step feel more manageable. The planned program brings each stage into one coordinated continuum.
Assess & stabilize
Understand medical risk, withdrawal needs and the right level of care.
02Treat & restore
Build stability through therapy, recovery skills, movement and restorative routines.
03Reconnect
Address mental health, trauma, family patterns and the environment around recovery.
04Return with support
Leave with continuing care, local referrals and a practical relapse-prevention plan.
The Medellín region offers clinical resources, international connectivity and quieter highland communities. The exact site will be selected for privacy, accessibility, safety and proximity to appropriate medical services—not scenery alone.
International care without the institutional feel.
The concept is designed around a small-footprint, hospitality-informed environment while keeping clinical standards and patient safety at the center.
- Intentional distance from familiar routines and pressures
- A setting selected around safety, privacy and access to care
- Clear financial terms before any commitment
- Planning that connects treatment abroad with support at home
Treatment should feel deeply human, because it is.
Too often, families must choose between clinical rigor and an environment that feels personal. Colombia Treatment Center is being designed to bring both together: a small-capacity program, integrated mental-health care, clear pre-admission terms and continuity beyond discharge.
We are sharing the model before opening so patients, families and referring professionals can understand the standards we intend to meet—and follow the development process honestly.
Read why CTC is being developed →Addiction rarely travels alone.
The future program is intended to assess each patient individually, including substance-use patterns, mental-health history, medical risk and recovery environment.
Alcohol
Assessment-led treatment for problematic alcohol use and alcohol use disorder.
Cocaine & stimulants
Behavioral treatment, relapse prevention and co-occurring mental-health support.
Opioids
Evidence-informed planning that may include medication-supported care when clinically indicated and legally available.
Benzodiazepines
Medical-risk screening with appropriate referral or supervised withdrawal planning before residential work.
Dual diagnosis
Integrated attention to substance use and co-occurring psychiatric or psychological concerns.
Trauma-related concerns
Trauma-informed assessment and psychotherapy when appropriate for the individual patient.
The details that shape care.
A focused program model designed to make expectations clearer for patients and families.
A clearer path from first conversation to arrival.
International treatment only works when the logistics are as deliberate as the clinical plan. Every prospective admission begins with a confidential review of clinical fit, timing and travel.
- Pre-admission clinical screening
- Travel and arrival coordination
- Family communication planning
- Clear written terms before admission
- Discharge coordination back home
In development, with transparency from the start.
Clinical services will begin only after required Colombian registration and habilitation requirements are satisfied. Until then, families and professionals can join the launch list or begin a preliminary conversation. Need help today? Our sister program Costa Rica Treatment Center is open and accepting patients now. For admissions inquiries, call +1 (800) 708-3656.
Receive launch updates →Start with the question in front of you.
You do not need certainty before reaching out. A first conversation should help you understand fit, limits and next steps.
I am considering treatment.
You can ask what care may involve without committing to admission.
I need help understanding the options.
We can explain the assessment process and the questions worth asking.
I am exploring a professional referral.
Ask about planned clinical fit, continuity and coordination.
Clear answers, without pressure.
Is Colombia Treatment Center open?
No. The center is currently in development and is not yet providing clinical services. Our first facility is planned for the hills outside Medellín.
How are financial terms explained?
Current financial terms and known exclusions will be provided directly and in writing before admission.
Is detox required?
Not for everyone. Withdrawal risk and the appropriate level of care must be assessed individually.
Can I ask a question without applying?
Yes. Emailing the team is a low-pressure way to ask about the program or receive development updates.
The first conversation can simply be a conversation.
Tell us what is happening, ask about clinical fit, or request launch updates. It is confidential, direct and without obligation.