— Aspen house women's recovery
A trauma-informed space where women rebuild their lives in recovery
90-day residential treatment (with options to stay longer) for women recovering from substance use disorders in Pena Blanca, New Mexico.
— what we do
Residential treatment where healing comes first
Aspen House Women's Recovery offers residential treatment for women recovering from substance use disorders. We provide a safe, substance-free home in Pena Blanca (between Santa Fe and Albuquerque) where women can focus on healing, develop new coping skills, and rebuild their lives. This includes women navigating pregnancy, parenting young children, or working with parole and probation. LGBTQ+ women are welcome.
Our 90-day program combines intensive therapy, case management, life skills development, Circle of Security™ parenting classes and community support. We help women reintegrate into their communities with stronger self-awareness, practical tools, and a foundation for long-term recovery.
— who we serve
Women ready to rebuild
We welcome women from New Mexico, ages 18 and up, with a Substance Use Disorder (SUD), including those who:
Are pregnant
Have a dependent child (age 4 or under)
Are under supervision of parole and probation
Are continuing Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorders
Are discharging from medical detox and need residential support
Are ready to commit to a path of recovery
— why this program exists
Women in recovery face unique challenges
Navigating the demands of parenting while healing from addiction, rebuilding relationships fractured by substance use, addressing trauma that often underlies addiction, and finding stable housing and employment.
Traditional treatment programs don't always account for these intersecting needs.
We create space for women to heal in community, develop practical skills for daily life, and prepare for sustainable recovery beyond residential treatment.
Aspen House exists to provide holistic, trauma-informed care that addresses the whole person, not just the addiction.
— why it works
How approach creates lasting change
Residential treatment removes barriers and creates stability
Recovery is hard when you are managing unstable housing, unsafe relationships, or immediate survival needs. Our residential program provides a stable, supportive environment where women can focus entirely on healing without those daily stressors.
Trauma-informed care addresses root causes
Many women in recovery have experienced trauma, often the driving force behind substance use. Our trauma-informed approach creates safety, builds trust, and helps women process difficult experiences without resorting to substances.
Intensive, multi-faceted programming supports lasting change
Recovery requires new skills, new relationships, and new ways of understanding yourself. Our combination of therapy modalities works because it addresses recovery from multiple angles:
Group therapy (6 days/week) builds community, reduces isolation, and allows women to learn from each other's experiences
Individual therapy provides personalized support for processing trauma, building coping skills, and working toward individual goals
Adventure and nature-based therapy creates opportunities for challenge, confidence-building, and connection outside traditional clinical settings
Equine therapy teaches emotional regulation, trust, and non-verbal communication through relationship with horses
Case management removes practical barriers by helping women navigate benefits, housing, legal systems, and healthcare
Life skills classes rebuild practical competencies that addiction may have eroded
Circle of Security Parenting™ supports mothers in understanding and responding to their children's needs, strengthening attachment and reducing intergenerational trauma
Medication-Assisted Treatment meets people where they are
For women with opioid use disorders, MAT is evidence-based and life-saving. We support women in continuing or beginning MAT, recognizing it as a legitimate path to recovery.
Community-based approach prepares women for life after treatment
Our program does not isolate women from the community. We help them practice navigating real-world situations, build healthy support networks, and plan for sustainable recovery beyond 90 days.
— OUR services
Comprehensive care under one roof
Program Details
- Program Length: 90 days for a certificate of completion, with the option to extend your stay
Treatment Services
- • Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Group Therapy (6 days/week)
- • Community/office-based groups
- • Nature and adventure-based therapy
- • Outdoor equine-based therapy
- • Individual Therapy
- • Case Management and Recovery Support Services
- • Relapse Prevention Group
- • Health and Wellness Activities
- • Life Skills Group Classes
- • Circle of Security – Parenting™ Classes
- • Services for mothers and pregnant women
- • Support for women under parole and probation (state and tribal)
- • Psychiatric evaluation and medication management (in-house)
- • Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- • Transportation to routine medical appointments
- • Discharge planning and aftercare
What's Covered
Housing and food expenses are covered by state and county contracts and Medicaid.
Clients are responsible for personal expenses (cigarettes, clothing, hygiene products, etc.).
Location: Pena Blanca, NM — between Santa Fe and Albuquerque on I-25
"It was adventurous, turbulent, ocean-deep, eye-opening, and a once-in-a-lifetime experience."— Program Participant
— how to appy
Four steps to get started
Complete a Referral Packet
Fill out our referral packet online or download the PDF version.
Complete Online Referral →Phone Screening
A staff member will conduct a screening over the phone to determine if Aspen House is a good fit for your needs.
(505) 670-2861Intake Packet & Medical Clearance
We'll send an intake packet to gather necessary medical information. Medical clearance is required prior to intake or within your first 24 hours.
Schedule Intake
Once approved, we'll schedule your intake appointment.
New Client Intakes: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 9:00am – 2:00pm
Have questions before applying? Our intake team is here to help you navigate the process.
Call: (505) 670-2861 | Email: intake@themountaincenter.org
— questions
We are here to help
Reach out directly to our intake team or program manager. We respond promptly.
Accredited by The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
