About Step One Recovery Resources

Colorado's full-service addiction and recovery resource directory.

Our Story

Step One Recovery Resources was founded by Andrew, a recovering alcoholic since December 2019. Andrew knows firsthand the struggles associated with beginning and maintaining a recovery journey. In 2017, after years of battling addiction, Andrew hit rock bottom. Desperate, lost, and overwhelmed, he turned to the internet, searching phrases like “how to stop drinking,” “am I an alcoholic,” and “help with alcoholism.” The flood of information made the journey seem insurmountable.

In what Andrew calls a “god shot,” he found an open bed at a treatment center, and his journey to sobriety began. From his struggle, Step One Recovery Resources was born.

Andrew’s dream was to create a space where finding help doesn’t have to be hard or sold to the highest bidder. A place where both newcomers and seasoned individuals in recovery can find the support they need, and where addicts and their loved ones can access just the right information when and where they need it.

Our Team

Andrew Swenson

Founder | Executive Director

Hey everyone!! I’m Andrew, a husband, father, Colorado native and a recovering alcoholic. I started my journey to sobriety back in 2017; through multiple attempts, many lessons learned and very low lows, I was able to find my footing in my recovery journey in 2019. Since then, I have embraced my past, found strength in the failures, made a commitment to advocate for this community and help other struggling addicts.

Through my personal experience I know first-hand how tough the journey can be. It can be lonely, overwhelming and seemingly impossible. I have good news, it’s not! However, I know it can be hard; knowing where to start, who to turn to and how to find the help you need can be daunting. That’s why I started Step One Recovery Resources, Colorado’s only full-service recovery directory. A space where you don’t have to navigate the endless search results, where you don’t have to navigate websites for the information you need. We have built a space where you can easily find the information you need quickly.

I hope that this space can be one that makes your journey a little easier, a little less lonely and makes that first day or 10th year more manageable.

Our Mission

At Step One Recovery Resources, we are rethinking the way Colorado addiction and recovery resources are accessed. Our mission is to provide a comprehensive, unbiased, and user-friendly platform that empowers individuals on their recovery journey by offering easy access to all the necessary resources available.

About Step One Recovery Resources

We are the only full-service addiction and recovery resource directory dedicated to Colorado. We don’t provide treatment ourselves; we bring together the providers, meetings, information and tools people need to find the right help, whether they’re seeking sobriety or maintaining it. Whether you are on day 1 or year 10, we are here to make your journey more manageable and the tools more accessible.

Our Values

Authenticity

Authenticity is at the heart of everything we do. We show up as real people with real stories, believing that healing starts when we stop pretending and start being honest — with ourselves and with others.

Connection

Connection is what holds recovery together. We believe no one gets sober alone, and we’re here to foster relationships — between individuals, families, and communities — that make lasting recovery possible.

Clarity

Clarity means cutting through the noise. We provide honest, straightforward information to help people navigate recovery with confidence — no confusion, no hidden agendas, just clear steps forward.

Support

Support is more than a resource — it’s a commitment. We walk alongside those we serve with compassion, consistency, and hope, offering guidance and encouragement every step of the way.

What We Offer

Comprehensive Directory

Colorado’s only full-service directory of recovery resources, including treatment centers, support groups, counseling services, and more. Each listing is carefully vetted to ensure it meets our standards of quality and reliability.

In-Depth Information

Access a wealth of information on various aspects of recovery, from understanding different types of addiction to exploring treatment options and learning about the recovery process.

User-Friendly Navigation

Our website is designed with you in mind, offering an unbiased, easy to navigate website that makes finding the right resources straightforward and fast.

Unbiased Guidance

We are committed to providing impartial information and resources, helping you make informed decisions based on what is best for your unique situation.

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