About Alternative Opportunities
Alternative Opportunities is an addiction treatment provider in Springfield, Missouri offering women focused residential addiction treatment alongside a broad continuum of substance use disorder care.
While the facility provides detox, outpatient treatment, and partial hospitalization services its residential program, associated with Carol Jones Recovery Center for Women, remains a central focus.
Residential Recovery for Women and Mothers
The residential program serves adult women struggling with substance use disorders, including pregnant and postpartum clients, and supports women with co-occurring mental health conditions.
A standout feature is the availability of residential beds for clients' children, allowing mothers to remain connected to their families while engaging in structured treatment.
Clients participate in evidence-based therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing, trauma-related counseling and anger management, and 12-step facilitation.
Counseling, relapse prevention education, and recreational or experiential therapies round out the daily schedule, creating a comprehensive recovery experience.
Your Path Through Treatment
- Assessment: Customized evaluation to determine clinical needs and appropriate level of care.
- Detox: Medically supported withdrawal management when needed prior to residential care.
- Residential stay: Structured therapy, group work, and family supportive housing for mothers and children.
- Step-down care: Transition to PHP, IOP, or outpatient services to reinforce progress.
- Relapse prevention: Ongoing skill building and community based recovery support.
Additional Services and Coverage Options
Beyond residential care Alternative Opportunities offers general and intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization and medication-assisted treatment, telehealth therapy, and services for criminal justice-involved clients.





