Addiction treatment is not always straightforward. Many ineffective programs may only focus on treating the addiction without getting to the root causes or considering the possibility of co-occurring disorders. This is why it is so important to find a treatment center that understands how to address an individual’s unique issues. Your chances of true recovery are much higher when a rehab facility offers dual diagnosis treatment. As a result, many people may require co-occurring disorders therapy. At Santé Center for Healing, we understand the challenges that those with addiction and mental health issues face. However, we don’t treat the diagnosis. We treat the individual. If you or someone you love is battling an addiction and mental health issues, we want to help. To learn more about our services and dual diagnosis treatment, please contact our treatment team today at 866.238.3154.
What Are Co-Occurring Disorders?
The term ‘co-occurring disorders’ refers to a condition where someone has a mental health issue as well as a substance use disorder. Examples of co-occurring mental disorders include:
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Disordered eating
- Personality disorder
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
A person may deal with their depression by abusing alcohol, or someone struggling with bulimia may turn to drug use to cope with their emotions. This is how problems often start. Instead of seeking the right treatment, with or without prescribed medication, people try to self-medicate. This type of coping mechanism often makes symptoms of mental illness worse.
The Difficulties of Co-Occurring Disorders Therapy
It is not always clear which comes first–the mental illness or the addiction. It can be a vicious cycle because someone with a mental health disorder may be more likely to abuse substances. Or, someone who abuses drugs or alcohol has an increased risk of suffering a mental disorder. The staff at a qualified treatment facility understands that both issues need therapy. Ideally, they will be handled at the same time. It is not enough to simply treat the addiction. The mental illness must get treatment as well. If a dual diagnosis is missed, then a successful recovery will be harder to achieve. We offer a range of therapeutic options, such as:
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy
- Dialectical behavior therapy
- EMDR therapy
- Yoga therapy
- Ropes course therapy
An excellent treatment program for co-occurring disorders also addresses relapse triggers that are unique to someone with a dual diagnosis, such as panic attacks or severe mood swings.
What Dual Diagnosis Treatment Options Are Available?
At Santé Center for Healing, we understand how to address co-occurring disorders in addiction treatment. Our professionals will work to find the underlying psychological issues to increase your chances of a successful recovery. The right type of treatment greatly reduces the likelihood of relapse. Addiction recovery programs that we offer include:
- Drug addiction treatment
- Alcohol addiction treatment
- Problematic sexual behavior treatment
- Treatment for disordered eating
We encourage family therapy because we know that addiction affects everyone around the person who is using substances. Our facility offers hope to clients and the people who love them. Addiction hurts more than just the addict. Getting treatment helps the family heal as well.
Contact Santé Center for Healing for Addiction Treatment Today
Addiction does not have to control you any longer. With our help, you can overcome your addiction for good. Why not get started on the road to recovery right now? Addiction affects people from all walks of life and is not limited by age, race, or economic status. If you need help, get help. Do not suffer in silence any longer. Call Santé Center for Healing at 866.238.3154. Today is a good day to start the healing. So start on your road to recovery with Santé.
