Stefan Bate, MA, LAC, CCTP

Partner – Co CEO

Author Biography

With a master’s degree in applied psychology from Regis University and licensure as an Addiction Counselor in Colorado, Stefan brings a wealth of expertise to his role. His extensive experience encompasses various roles in addiction recovery, including recovery coach, therapist, and program director. Stefan is particularly adept at designing and implementing treatment and recovery support programs, empowering individuals to cultivate meaningful and sustainable recoveries. Originally from Northern Iowa, Stefan relocated to Colorado to pursue psychology studies at the University of Denver. After a stint in the banking industry, Stefan embarked on his personal recovery journey in 2007, laying the foundation for his subsequent career in addiction treatment. With a master’s degree in applied psychology from Regis University and licensure as an Addiction Counselor in Colorado, Stefan brings a wealth of expertise to his role. His extensive experience encompasses various roles in addiction recovery, including recovery coach, therapist, and program director. Stefan is particularly adept at designing and implementing treatment and recovery support programs, empowering individuals to cultivate meaningful and sustainable recoveries. Recognized as an industry leader and public speaker, Stefan is well-versed in the open community model of care and integrated care approaches. He currently serves as the Board Chair for Mind Springs Health, a leading community healthcare organization offering counseling and therapy services for mental, behavioral, and emotional wellness. Outside of his professional endeavors, Stefan finds solace and rejuvenation in the natural splendor of the Rocky Mountains. He cherishes moments spent with his wife and their two children, Allison and Christopher, embracing the beauty and serenity of Colorado’s landscape.

Author's Writings:

CTL: Crisis Text Line

Parents know that texting is probably the best way to communicate with kids.  Sometimes it is the only way to communicate.  Crisis Text Line (CTL)

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Operations Team Building

Last Friday, the Jaywalker Lodge operations team had the opportunity to step out of the office to work on team building at Colorado Mountain College’s

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Village of Hotevilla

On Saturday evening, the Solutions team arrived at the Village of Hotevilla on the Hopi Reservation.  The Hopi land occupies some 2,439 sq. miles in

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Collegiate Recreation Centers

A 2013 survey by Nirsa: Leaders in Collegiate Recreation reports that 92 schools are planning on building elite recreation centers:  water theme parks and lazy

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TPAS – Recovery Through Collaboration

We’re Revolutionizing the World of Addiction Treatment… Together.” “Transformative, Life-changing, best conference I have ever attended, spiritual renewal ” – These quotes and more were

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JWU Goals Group

Every week the men of Jaywalker U engage in a group to address personal goals that they have set and tracked during the previous week.

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JWU Colleges

Jaywalker U collaborates not only with Colorado Mountain College (CMC), but also works closely with Colorado Technical University (CTU) and Grand Canyon University (GCU).  The

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Aspen Filmfest

The 35th Annual Aspen Filmfest started last weekend and will be running through October 1st.  Documentaries will be showing in both Carbondale and Aspen. Tickets

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Top Mountain Town

According to Elevation Outdoor Magazine, Colorado Mountain College has campuses in five of Colorado’s Top Ten Adventure Towns. Although, Jaywalkers believe Carbondale and Aspen should

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Service to Others

We believe that service to others is fundamental to our recovery process.  Jaywalkers have become known in the community as people who will give back

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