Dual Diagnosis: More Common than you might think

Our Vision of Fully Integrated Treatment

• The client participates in one program that provides treatment for both disorders.
• The client’s mental and substance abuse disorders are treated by the same clinicians.
• Clinicians are trained in psychopathology, assessment and treatment strategies for both mental and substance use disorders.
• Clinicians offer substance abuse treatments tailored for clients who have significant mental health issues and/or eating disorders.
• A psychiatrist leads the clinical team and sees the client on a daily basis.
• Emphasis is placed on trust, understanding and learning.
• The client receives an individualized treatment plan.
• Twelve-Step groups are valuable to the treatment strategy for continued success.
• Neuroleptics and other pharmacotherapies are indicated according to the client’s psychiatric and other medical needs.