Dual Diagnosis Treatment

Integrated Healing for Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders

When mental health conditions and substance use intersect, recovery becomes more complex—but not impossible. Dual diagnosis treatment provides the integrated care necessary to break the cycle of self-medication and emotional instability. At Casa Leona Recovery Center, we specialize in treating both addiction and mental health challenges together, creating a path to lasting recovery and emotional wellness.

"We treat these conditions in conjunction with substance use, not independently"
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What It Is and Why Integrated Treatment Matters

Understanding Dual Diagnosis

Dual diagnosis, also known as co-occurring disorders, refers to the presence of both a mental health disorder and a substance use disorder in the same individual. These conditions often influence and intensify one another—leading individuals to use substances in an attempt to relieve psychological distress, which ultimately worsens both issues.

Common co-occurring mental health disorders include:

  • Anxiety and panic disorders

  • Depression and major depressive disorder

  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

  • Bipolar disorder

  • ADHD and other mood disorders

Effective treatment requires a coordinated approach. Addressing only the addiction or only the mental health condition increases the likelihood of relapse or incomplete healing.

Recognizing the Signs of Co-Occurring Disorders

When Dual Diagnosis Treatment Is Needed

If you or a loved one is experiencing substance use alongside emotional or mental health challenges, these signs may suggest a need for dual diagnosis treatment:

  • Using drugs or alcohol to numb emotional pain or trauma

  • Ongoing mood swings, anxiety, or depression interfering with daily life

  • Impaired function at work, school, or in social situations

  • Engaging in risky or self-destructive behaviors under the influence

  • Neglecting responsibilities or withdrawing from loved ones

Our experienced team at Casa Leona can help you regain stability with personalized, dual-focused care.

Disclosure: We treat these conditions in conjunction with substance use, not independently.

Our Comprehensive Dual Diagnosis Treatment Program

Casa Leona Recovery Center offers an integrated and individualized program for dual diagnosis clients. Each treatment plan is designed to treat the whole person—not just the symptoms.

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Healing the Mind and Body Together

Integrated Therapy

Our therapists use CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed approaches to address addiction and mental health symptoms in parallel, building emotional resilience and self-awareness.

Medication Management

Psychiatric professionals manage medications carefully, helping relieve symptoms while avoiding complications related to substance use.

Holistic Support

Recovery is more than clinical care. We incorporate yoga, mindfulness, creative therapies, and wellness activities to promote inner peace and emotional strength.

Family Involvement

We engage loved ones in the treatment process, rebuilding trust and strengthening your recovery network for long-term support.

Specialized care that understands the full picture of your recovery.

Why Choose Casa Leona Recovery Center for Dual Diagnosis Treatment?

Our dual diagnosis program is built on compassion, expertise, and an integrated approach to care. We offer:

Experienced and Compassionate Team

Our specialists are trained in treating both substance use and mental health disorders, offering the support you need from day one.

Personalized, Whole-Person Programs

Every plan is tailored to your specific diagnosis and needs—delivered through a structured, yet flexible care pathway.

Healing-Focused Environment

Our facility offers a calm and welcoming space where individuals can heal emotionally, mentally, and physically.

Truly Integrated Care

We treat co-occurring disorders side by side, ensuring nothing is overlooked and every aspect of your health is addressed.

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Transformation Begins Here.

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