At Lanier Recovery Center, we understand that addiction and mental health disorders often go hand in hand. That’s why we specialize in dual diagnosis treatment—an integrated approach that addresses both substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions at the same time.
If you or your loved one is struggling with addiction and symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, or another mental health disorder, you need a treatment plan that treats the full picture—not just part of it. Our experienced clinical team provides compassionate, evidence-based care to support healing on every level.
What Is Dual Diagnosis?
Dual diagnosis, also known as co-occurring disorders, refers to the presence of both a substance use disorder and a mental health condition. Common examples include:
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Alcohol addiction and depression
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Benzodiazepine misuse and anxiety
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Opioid dependence and PTSD
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Stimulant abuse and bipolar disorder
In many cases, mental health challenges contribute to substance use or are made worse by it. Left untreated, this cycle can make recovery feel impossible. Dual diagnosis treatment helps break that cycle by addressing both issues simultaneously.
Signs You May Need Dual Diagnosis Treatment
It’s not always easy to recognize when mental health is driving addiction—or vice versa. If you’re experiencing any of the following, dual diagnosis care may be the right path:
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Using substances to manage stress, trauma, or emotional pain
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History of anxiety, depression, or other mental health diagnoses
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Mood swings, insomnia, panic attacks, or racing thoughts
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Increased substance use during emotional distress
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Trouble maintaining sobriety despite multiple treatment attempts
How We Treat Co-Occurring Disorders at Lanier
At Lanier Recovery Center, our dual diagnosis treatment plans are fully customized to address the root causes of addiction and the underlying mental health symptoms that fuel it.
Our integrated care model includes:
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Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation – A licensed psychiatrist or clinician will assess your mental health and substance use history to create an accurate diagnosis.
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Individual Therapy – Evidence-based approaches such as CBT and DBT to treat both addiction and mental health symptoms.
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Medication Management – When clinically appropriate, psychiatric medications are used to stabilize mood, reduce anxiety, or manage other mental health symptoms.
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Group Therapy – Supportive peer groups focused on relapse prevention, emotional regulation, and healthy communication.
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Trauma-Informed Care – Therapy that addresses unresolved trauma and its impact on addiction and mental health.
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Ongoing Monitoring – Regular progress assessments to ensure the treatment plan evolves with your recovery.
All levels of care—PHP, IOP, and outpatient—include dual diagnosis support from a multidisciplinary team.
The Importance of Integrated Care
Treating addiction without addressing mental health is like putting a bandage on a deeper wound. Many clients come to us after unsuccessful attempts at recovery elsewhere, not because they lacked effort, but because their underlying mental health needs weren’t addressed.
At Lanier Recovery Center, we treat the whole person. When both issues are addressed together, healing becomes sustainable, and long-term recovery becomes possible.
Begin Healing Today
If you’re struggling with both substance use and mental health symptoms, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate recovery on your own. Contact Lanier Recovery Center today to learn how our dual diagnosis treatment in Atlanta can help you reclaim your life.
