Dual Diagnosis Treatment Centers
in New Hampshire
Living with both a mental health condition and a substance use disorder can be a lot to manage. At Heartfelt Recovery Centers in New Hampshire, we offer compassionate, personalized care that supports you as you heal physically, emotionally, and mentally.
Understanding Dual Diagnosis Treatment
Dual diagnosis treatment is for people who are dealing with both a mental health condition and a substance use disorder. These conditions often go hand in hand, which is why treating them together is so important. At Heartfelt, we provide support that helps you feel more grounded, more hopeful, and ready to move forward.
What Is Dual Diagnosis?
Dual diagnosis, also called co-occurring disorders, means you’re living with both a substance use disorder and a mental health condition like depression, anxiety, or PTSD. These conditions often feed into each other, making recovery more difficult unless both are treated at the same time.
The Link Between Mental Health and Addiction
Many people turn to drugs or alcohol to cope with emotional pain, trauma, or stress. This kind of self-medicating might bring short-term relief, but it often leads to dependence and worsens the underlying mental health symptoms. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, nearly half of the people with a substance use disorder also have a mental illness. Providing integrated care gives people the best chance to recover, heal, and feel like themselves again.
Common Co-Occurring Disorders
Some of the most common dual diagnoses we see at Heartfelt include:
- Major depression and alcohol use disorder
- Anxiety disorders and substance use
- Bipolar disorder and stimulant or alcohol misuse
- PTSD and opioid or sedative use
- Schizophrenia and polysubstance use
Everyone’s path is different, which is why our treatment plans are always tailored to fit your life and your needs.
How Is Dual Diagnosis Treated?
Dual diagnosis care works by addressing mental health conditions and addiction as part of one plan. One condition often affects the other. For example, untreated anxiety or trauma can increase the risk of relapse, while ongoing substance use can worsen symptoms of depression or other mental health issues.
The most effective treatment combines therapy, medical support, and lifestyle changes in a coordinated plan. This model is called integrated treatment, and it’s the most effective way to support lasting recovery. It helps people build stability and develop healthier daily coping methods.
What to Expect at Dual Diagnosis Treatment Centers
Your recovery journey starts with a complete assessment to understand your mental health symptoms, substance use, and goals. From there, we create a treatment plan that supports your whole self and not just the symptoms.
You’ll take part in therapy, skill-building sessions, and peer support, along with wellness tools that help you feel steady and strong. We also help you plan for life after treatment so you feel confident taking the next steps.
Get Treatment for Addiction and Co-Occurring Disorders in NH
If you’re feeling stuck in a cycle of addiction and mental health struggles, you’re not alone. At Heartfelt Recovery Centers, we treat the full picture so you don’t have to choose between your mental health and your recovery. Our team brings warmth, skill, and understanding to every session. You don’t need to have everything figured out. We’ll meet you where you are and walk the path with you.
Our Approach to Dual Diagnosis Treatment
At Heartfelt, we believe your story matters, and we take time to understand it. We use trauma-informed care, behavioral therapy, and individual counseling to help you explore what’s behind the addiction while learning how to manage your mental health.
Your addiction treatment plan may include CBT, DBT, group therapy, or creative and mindfulness-based sessions, all tailored to your goals. If you need support with withdrawal or cravings, we may recommend medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and refer you to trusted detox partners for care beyond our scope.
Levels of Care Available at Our Dual Diagnosis Rehab
We provide outpatient dual diagnosis treatment across several levels of care, depending on what kind of support you need:
- Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP): Full-day treatment and support, five days per week
- Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP): A more flexible structure with multiple sessions per week
- Outpatient Program (OP): Weekly or biweekly therapy for those with more stability
If you need inpatient care or medical detox, we can connect you with facilities we trust.
Start Your Recovery Journey at Heartfelt Recovery Centers
You don’t need to feel better before asking for help. That’s what we’re here for. Whether this is your first time in treatment or you’ve been here before, we’ll meet you with kindness, patience, and care. Reach out to Heartfelt Recovery Centers today. Together, we’ll create a plan that helps you feel more stable, more hopeful, and ready for the life you want.
Common Questions About Dual Diagnosis
Is addiction a disease?
Yes. Addiction is a chronic disease that affects how the brain works and how a person makes decisions.
What is comorbidity?
Comorbidity means having more than one health condition at the same time, like depression and substance use disorder.
What is trauma-informed care?
Trauma-informed care is an approach that recognizes the impact of trauma and creates a safe, supportive space for healing.
Can psychiatric nurse practitioners prescribe medication?
Yes. In most states, psychiatric nurse practitioners can diagnose conditions and prescribe medications for mental health and addiction treatment.
What is a maladaptive coping mechanism?
It’s a way of dealing with stress or pain that may work short-term but is harmful over time, like using drugs or alcohol to escape emotions.
What is integrated addiction treatment?
Integrated treatment means treating mental health and addiction simultaneously, with one care plan and one team. It is considered best practice for dual diagnosis recovery.
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