At Griffith Centers, we believe healing and hope are the foundation for lasting change. For nearly a century, we have been dedicated to serving Colorado’s most vulnerable children, adults, and families through compassionate, trauma-informed mental and behavioral health services.
As a nonprofit organization with deep roots dating back to 1927, we have grown from a small shelter for boys into a statewide provider offering a comprehensive continuum of care — all designed to meet individuals where they are and empower them to build resilience, find hope, and thrive.
A Full Spectrum of Support for Every Stage of Healing
Our approach is holistic and individualized, combining evidence-based therapeutic services with educational and residential programs tailored to each person’s unique needs.
From outpatient individual, family, and group therapy, to intensive family preservation, foster care, residential treatment, and day treatment programming — Griffith Centers provides flexible, structured environments that foster safety, growth, and success.
Our licensed and nationally accredited programs serve thousands annually across Colorado, including offices in Northglenn, Buena Vista, Centennial, Colorado Springs, Greeley, and Grand Junction, reaching many counties statewide.
Rooted in Trauma-Informed, Compassionate Care
We understand that many of the people we serve have faced significant trauma and hardships. That’s why everything we do centers on psychological and physical safety — creating spaces where healing can begin without judgment or fear.
Using approaches like Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), the Sanctuary Model, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), and innovative experiential therapies such as equine-assisted therapy, we meet clients with empathy and respect.
Our skilled team of over 80 therapists and 145 dedicated staff work collaboratively to guide individuals and families toward recovery and empowerment.
By the Numbers: A Legacy of Impact
Behind every number is a story of hope restored.
Clients Served Annually
Licensed Therapists and Clinicians
Dedicated Staff Members
Locations Across Colorado
Years of Mission-Driven Care
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Stories of resilience, community, and commitment.
The Values That Shape Us
More than words—we live these every day.
Service-Oriented
We lead with service; we meet our communities’ needs through meaningful programming and human centered care.
We prioritize safety. We foster spaces of psychological and physical safety for both those we serve and those we work alongside.
Ethical
We act with integrity. Ethical practices, honesty and fairness guide every decision we make.
Passionate
We are fueled by purpose. Our passion for this mission drives us to show up fully for every client every time.
Collaborative
We rise together. We believe collaboration is the cornerstone of transformation. Together we go further.
Accountability
We own our actions, decisions and results. We define expectations clearly, communicate openly when things go wrong. We learn from our mistakes. We build a culture of trust.
Guided by Our Founder’s Vision
Emily Griffith, our founder, was an educator and visionary who believed every child deserves a chance to succeed. She built a home grounded in shelter, guidance, and hope — a legacy that continues to inspire our mission today.
Like Miss Emily, we embrace a strengths-based philosophy that empowers people to overcome obstacles and discover their potential. We believe in meeting clients where they are, with acceptance, compassion, and a commitment to ethical, transparent care.
Better Together
Healing happens in community.
Healing takes a community. At Griffith Centers, we partner with families, schools, social services, and supporters to create lasting impact for Colorado’s underserved populations.
Your support enables us to continue expanding these vital services — protecting futures and inspiring hope for generations to come.
Griffith Centers exists to create hope, healing, and opportunity by delivering accessible, trauma-informed behavioral health and family-support services that help Colorado children, adults, and families thrive.
Contact Info
Headquarters
10190 Bannock St. Suite 120
Northglenn, CO 80260
EIN: 84-0404251
Griffith Centers does not provide emergency mental health services. If you are in crisis or experiencing an emergency, please call 911 or contact Colorado emergency services immediately.
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Our Commitment to Trauma-Informed Care
Griffith Centers is working toward Sanctuary certification, strengthening our commitment to a safe, compassionate, and trauma-informed environment for the individuals and families we serve and the staff who support them.
Through the Sanctuary Model, we are building shared practices that promote safety, strengthen relationships, and support hope, healing, and resilience.
Griffith Centers holds the following licenses and certifications:
Accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA)
Behavioral Health Administration (BHA)
Colorado Department of Education (CDE)
COGNIA (formerly known as AdvancED)
North Central Association of Schools
Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS)
Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Financing (HCPF)
Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE)
For inquiries regarding our licenses and certifications, please contact us at info@griffithcenters.org.