Dual Diagnosis Treatment

Psychological health and substance use are interconnected, as they both influence our choices, behaviors, and overall well-being. Not every person who drinks alcohol or does drugs has a mental health disorder. However, people suffering from mental illness are more likely to partake in drug or alcohol abuse and develop severe addictions than those who don’t. […]

Many people who are addicted to drugs and alcohol also have a psychological condition. By the same token, a notable portion of those with mental illness struggle with substance abuse. In the medical community, this is referred to as dual diagnosis (or comorbidity), and effectively overcoming both conditions requires co-occurring disorders treatment. Thoroughly evaluating a

Psychiatric disorders often coincide with alcoholism and drug addiction, and vice versa. Acknowledging this fact is imperative in successfully treating each condition. At Northbound Treatment, we’ve witnessed the positive outcomes of co-occurring disorder treatment for many recovering addicts and strongly believe in its effectiveness. But what is a co-occurring disorder, and what does it mean

Like many mental health conditions, trauma does not discriminate and impacts many individuals. Not only that, but it can also negatively affect an individual’s family, friendships, romantic relationships, career, personal finances, physical health, and day-to-day life. In some instances, trauma may lead to other troubling issues, such as substance abuse, depression, and codependency.  If left

EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) is a psychotherapy treatment approach that can be beneficial for those suffering from addiction, PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder), and other types of trauma. As part of our dedication to offering individualized care to each of our clients, EMDR therapy is one of many mental health treatment services we provide