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Specialty Care · Dual Diagnosis

When addiction isn't the only thing going on.

Integrated treatment for substance use disorder and co-occurring mental health conditions. Depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD — treated simultaneously, by the same clinical team, in one place.

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70%

Of clients have both

Most people with addiction also have a mental health condition. Treating only one leaves the other to drive relapse.

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Psychiatrist on staff

Licensed psychiatrist provides medication management and diagnostic clarity from day one.

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Integrated team

Same therapists, same psychiatrist, same care plan. No bouncing between treatment providers.

What dual diagnosis treatment looks like at Elijah's House

The reality is most people with substance use disorder also have a mental health condition — and most people with serious mental health conditions develop substance use issues at some point. The two feed each other. Treating only one and ignoring the other is one of the biggest reasons people relapse after rehab. Our entire program is built on the assumption that you probably have both, and we'll treat them together.

Every client at Elijah's House is assessed for co-occurring mental health conditions during intake. If you have an existing diagnosis, our psychiatrist reviews your medications, adjusts as needed, and integrates your mental health care into your addiction treatment plan. If you've never been formally diagnosed but symptoms are present, we work with you to clarify what's going on. Mental health work isn't a side appointment here — it's woven into every group, every individual session, every interaction with the team.

Co-occurring conditions we treat

  • Major depressive disorder and persistent depressive disorder
  • Anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety, panic disorder, and social anxiety
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and complex trauma
  • Bipolar disorder, both Bipolar I and Bipolar II
  • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
  • Borderline personality disorder and other personality disorders
  • Eating disorders (with appropriate medical clearance)

What's included in your stay

Comprehensive psych eval
Diagnostic assessment by licensed psychiatrist
Medication management
Ongoing psychiatric care throughout your stay
Trauma-informed care
EMDR and trauma processing available
Specialized group therapy
Process groups for trauma, anxiety, depression
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
CBT and DBT for co-occurring symptoms
Family education
Helping families understand both conditions
In-Network With Major Insurers

Out-of-network options and private pay welcome. Verification takes about an hour.

Frequently asked questions

Dual diagnosis questions.

What is dual diagnosis?

Dual diagnosis (also called co-occurring disorders) means you have both a substance use disorder and a mental health condition. The most common combinations are addiction with depression, anxiety, PTSD, or bipolar disorder.

Why does it matter if I have both?

If you only treat the addiction, the underlying mental health condition continues driving the urge to use. If you only treat the mental health condition, the addiction continues sabotaging your progress. Integrated treatment addresses both at once.

Will I have to come off my psychiatric medications?

No. Our psychiatrist reviews your current medications and adjusts as clinically appropriate. We don't ask anyone to stop antidepressants, mood stabilizers, or non-controlled psychiatric medications. Medications like benzodiazepines or stimulants may need adjustment if they're contributing to addiction.

What if I don't have a formal mental health diagnosis?

About 30% of our clients arrive with no formal mental health diagnosis but with significant symptoms — depression, anxiety, trauma responses. Our psychiatric assessment helps clarify what's going on. Sometimes it's a co-occurring disorder, sometimes it's substance-induced symptoms that resolve in early recovery.

Is dual diagnosis treatment covered by insurance?

Yes. Treatment for co-occurring disorders is covered by most major insurance plans under both behavioral health and medical benefits. We handle the verification and authorization process.

Both things, treated together. The way it should work.

Speak with our admissions team about your situation. We'll help you understand what integrated treatment would look like.

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