Dual Diagnosis Treatment
Granite Recovery Centers provides dual diagnosis treatment for people facing addiction and mental health challenges. Our programs treat both conditions at the same time, so recovery can move forward.
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What Is Dual Diagnosis Treatment?
Dual diagnosis means a person has both a substance use disorder and a mental health condition at the same time. For example, someone may struggle with alcohol addiction and depression, or drug use and anxiety.
These conditions often affect each other. Some people use drugs or alcohol to cope with emotional pain or mental health symptoms. Over time, substance use can make those symptoms worse.
Dual diagnosis treatment addresses both conditions together. Instead of treating addiction and mental health separately, clinicians create one integrated treatment plan. An example of this can be combining alcohol detox with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) or medication-assisted treatment with individual counseling.
Dual Diagnosis vs. Co-Occurring Disorders
Dual diagnosis and co-occurring disorders describe the same situation. It’s when a person has both a mental health condition and a substance use disorder at the same time. “Co-occurring disorders” is the clinical term used in healthcare. “Dual diagnosis” is the term more commonly used in treatment programs.
Mental Health Conditions We Treat
Mental health conditions often appear alongside addiction. Common examples include:
- Anxiety disorders
- Depression
- Bipolar disorder
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Panic disorder
- Personality disorders
- Sleep disorders
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Trauma-related disorders
Treating both disorders at once helps people build a stronger recovery.
How Dual Diagnosis Treatment Works
Dual diagnosis treatment addresses both mental health and substance use at the same time. Care is personalized, so each person receives the support they need.
Treatment usually begins with a clinical assessment. This helps us understand your mental health symptoms, substance use history, and recovery goals. From there, clinicians create a treatment plan that supports both conditions.
Treatment often includes:
A full clinical assessment to understand mental health and substance use
Individual therapy to address emotions, behavior, and recovery goals
Medication support when clinically appropriate
Skills training to build healthy coping strategies and daily routines
Ongoing care planning that adjusts as recovery progresses
Therapies Used in Dual Diagnosis Treatment
Our programs combine evidence-based therapies with recovery support.
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
- Medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
- Trauma therapy, including Seeking Safety
- Individual counseling and group therapy
- Family therapy to support healing at home
- Holistic therapies such as yoga and meditation
- Life-skills training and relapse prevention
Together, these therapies help people build healthier coping skills.
Levels of Care at Granite Recovery Centers
Granite Recovery Centers provides several levels of care so treatment can match each stage of recovery.
Safe, medically supervised withdrawal support before beginning treatment.
Live on campus with 24-hour support, therapy, and structured daily programs.
Full-day treatment with therapy and clinical care while living at home or in sober housing.
Flexible care that lets you continue work, school, or family responsibilities while in therapy.
Dual Diagnosis Treatment Locations
Granite Recovery Centers provides dual diagnosis treatment at five locations in New Hampshire and Maine. Each facility offers a safe and supportive place where people can focus on recovery.
Treatment is designed to address co-occurring needs alongside one another. Our programs allow people to move through different levels of care as they make progress in recovery.
Facilities in New Hampshire
Long-Term Support for Recovery
Recovery continues after treatment ends. Granite Recovery Centers helps individuals prepare for life after rehab.
Our aftercare programs support long-term recovery through:
- Family education and support
- Alumni recovery groups
- Sober living housing
- Life-skills training
Reviews and Success Stories
My name is Jan and have been to Green Mountain Rehab and it did wonders for me. The staff there are wonderful,always available for you. The groups were very informative, I learned alot. The food was great. The place is beautiful over looking great scenery.
The most caring recovery team that works there. Awesome accomodations. All around though really good program. First time to rehabilitation center and was my favorite stop on my recovery road. Glad I choose to go there.
Green Mountain Treatment Center saved my life. I was sick and scared when I arrived, but the transformation that occurred for me during the 80 days I spent on the mountain was nothing short of a miracle.
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Granite Recovery Centers supports people across New Hampshire and Maine with addiction and mental health treatment.
Our licensed clinicians and medical professionals are available 24 hours a day to help you begin recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is dual diagnosis treatment?
Dual diagnosis treatment addresses both addiction and mental health conditions at the same time. Treating both helps improve recovery outcomes.
Why is dual diagnosis treatment important?
Addiction and mental health conditions often affect each other. Treating both conditions together helps reduce relapse risk.
What therapies are used in dual diagnosis rehab?
Treatment may include CBT, DBT, trauma therapy, medication support, group therapy, and family counseling.
How long does dual diagnosis treatment last?
Treatment length varies. Many people begin with detox or residential care and continue with PHP or outpatient programs.
What mental health conditions are treated in dual diagnosis programs?
Common conditions include anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, and trauma-related disorders.
Do dual diagnosis treatment centers offer medication support?
Yes. Medication-assisted treatment and psychiatric care may be used when appropriate.
Can family members take part in treatment?
Yes. Many programs include family therapy and education.
What happens after treatment ends?
Aftercare may include outpatient therapy, sober living, alumni programs, and continued mental health support.