Rockies Addiction & Mental Health Program

Why Choose EHN Guardians Programs for Addiction

The Addiction and Mental Health Program builds a strong foundation for lasting recovery by integrating evidence-based addiction treatment with trauma-resilience practices. Programming is designed specifically for military members, veterans, and first responders, offering structure, safety, and therapeutic depth. Not all treatments will be used on all individuals and the approach will depend on individualized treatment plans. The program may include, but is not limited to:

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to assist in developing helpful thought patterns and healthy behaviours while in recovery and beyond.
• Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) for developing the skills needed to regulate emotions and distress, stabilize interpersonal relationships, and practice mindfulness
• Motivational Interviewing using open-ended questions, reflective listening, affirmations, and summarizing to encourage self-reflection and build readiness for change.
• Art therapy and Music Therapy to facilitate self-exploration and understand thoughts and feelings that may otherwise be difficult to express.
• Psychoeducational sessions to help you understand yourself and the nature of your trauma
• Individual psychotherapy for an empathetic and safe space to discuss personal recovery concerns and develop treatment goals.
• Seeking Safety Groups help clients develop coping skills to manage difficult emotions, reduce harmful behaviours, and build a sense of safety in their lives.
• Somatic and Experiential Therapies including nature-based programming, movement groups, yoga, equine-supported facilitation, and expressive therapies such as art and music to support self-regulation and emotional release through non-verbal channels.
• Discharge and Transition Planning from the outset, clients work with their care team to build a practical, person-centered aftercare plan. This supports long-term stability, workplace reintegration, and sustained recovery.
• Nature-Based Therapy to promote healing through connection with the natural environment, encouraging mindfulness, physical well-being, and emotional grounding as part of holistic recovery.

How the Addiction and Mental Health Program Differs

The Addiction and Mental Health Program is designed for individuals who arrive with a primary diagnosis of addiction and no current clinical trauma diagnosis or apparent trauma-related symptoms. However, the program recognizes that trauma exposure is common in the professions it serves. Emotional suppression, workplace culture and requirements, and substance use often mask trauma-related symptoms. It is not uncommon however that trauma symptoms emerge once substance use abstinence has been achieved.
The Addiction and Mental Health Program is grounded in evidence that trauma and substance use are often linked — even if trauma is not diagnosed. Once abstinent, clients may begin to experience unresolved emotional responses, including hypervigilance, mood instability, and repressed memories.
By introducing trauma-resilience strategies proactively, this program:

• Strengthens clients’ ability to cope with occupational stress post-treatment
• Reduces the risk of relapse triggered by unprocessed trauma
• Prevents the progression of latent trauma symptoms into full PTSD
• Supports reintegration into work, family, and community life with greater emotional tools

Why Choose Inpatient Addiction Treatment at EHN Guardians Rockies

Choosing inpatient treatment at EHN Guardians Rockies provides the time, structure, and environment necessary for deep and lasting recovery. Away from the stressors and triggers of daily life, clients can fully focus on healing—supported by 24/7 medical care, evidence-based therapy, and a compassionate multidisciplinary team. The mountain setting offers more than just a backdrop; it plays an active role in the healing process. Nature-based activities and serene surroundings help clients slow down, reflect, and reconnect with themselves on a physical, emotional, and spiritual level. Immersed in this therapeutic environment and a supportive recovery community, clients gain stability, insight, and resilience—building the foundation for sustainable mental health and addiction recovery.

About EHN Guardians Rockies

The Addiction and Mental Health Program is offered exclusively at EHN Guardians Rockies, a private, five-bedroom log house set in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. Surrounded by mountains, lakes, and forested trails, the environment is intentionally chosen to promote calm, focus, and healing. This serene setting provides the physical and emotional space needed for recovery, far removed from the daily stressors and stimuli of the outside world. Clients benefit from access to hiking, fishing, and recreational therapy that supports grounding and connection to nature.
The facility is reserved exclusively for military members, veterans, and first responders, creating a close-knit, understanding community. Private rooms with double beds ensure personal comfort, while spacious common areas—like a dedicated lounge just for Guardians clients—foster opportunities for informal support and connection. Meals are prepared onsite with attention to nutrition and quality, and clients can participate in therapeutic outdoor and wellness activities including yoga, meditation, and equine-assisted facilitation.
Treatment sessions take place in the nearby EHN Edgewood Rockies administrative building, allowing access to clinical resources while preserving the safety and separation of the dedicated Guardians residence. The program is supported by a compassionate, trauma-informed team available 24/7, ensuring that clients receive timely care in a setting that understands and respects the unique experiences of uniformed professionals. This facility is more than a residence—it’s a restorative, intentionally designed environment that honors both the service and recovery journey of each client.