Gateway To Success Journey
With one belief: healing is possible.
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We understand that every person’s path is different. That’s why we provide high-quality, integrated care that supports mental, physical, and emotional well-being in a safe and empowering environment.
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At Gateway to Success, individuals are treated with dignity, respect, and compassion. Through culturally responsive care and personalized support, we help restore hope, build resilience, and guide each person toward lasting recovery.
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This is more than care — it’s a journey toward growth, purpose, and a life where you can truly thrive.
Meet Our Founder, Karen!
Gateway to Success was founded by Karen Morgenthaler, LCSW, LAC, DVCS, a passionate advocate for integrated care and trauma-informed healing. With more than 15 years of experience in behavioral health services, Karen created Gateway as a place where people can access multiple levels of care in one supportive, community-centered setting.
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She holds a Master of Social Work from Newman University and a Bachelor’s in Sociology with an emphasis in Criminology from Colorado State University–Pueblo. Karen is a licensed clinical social worker, licensed addiction counselor, and a DVOMB-approved clinical supervisor. In addition to leading Gateway, she serves on state-level committees, including the Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) board and the Domestic Violence Offender Management Board (DVOMB), where she has chaired the Application Review Committee since 2018.​
Her vision remains clear: to reduce recidivism, increase safety, and improve lives through accessible, person-centered care. Today, her mission lives on in every client we serve and every step forward we help them take.
WHO WE ARE
At Gateway to Success, we are more than a clinic—we are a team of compassionate professionals dedicated to helping individuals and families build healthier, more fulfilling lives. As a community-based behavioral health and integrated care provider, we believe in treating the whole person—mind, body, and spirit.
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Whether you're seeking support for mental health, substance use recovery, or physical wellness, we offer a safe, inclusive space where healing can begin.
The Team Behind the CARE
At Gateway to Success, our team is the foundation of the care we provide. We are a diverse group of professionals—clinicians, case managers, medical providers, and support staff—united by a shared commitment to helping individuals and families thrive.​ Each team member brings unique skills, experiences, and a deep sense of compassion to the work we do. Together, we deliver personalized, trauma-informed care grounded in respect, collaboration, and a belief in every person's potential to grow and heal.
Karen Morgenthaler LCSW, LAC, DVCS
CEO/Founder/Treatment Provider
Karen leads Gateway to Success with a commitment to creating a safe, empowering space where individuals can thrive. With a vision for integrated care that supports mental, emotional, and physical well-being, they are dedicated to guiding the organization in restoring hope, building resilience, and fostering lasting growth for all who seek support.
Brittany Kelly
CEO/Founder/Treatment Provider
Edward B. Bever III
Director of Administrative Services
