Dual Diagnosis Treatment in
Orange County, CA
Integrated Mental Health & Addiction Care
Living with both a substance use disorder and a mental health condition is hard for anyone, especially when the two are deeply connected. Dual diagnosis treatment is designed for individuals who are struggling with addiction alongside conditions such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or mood disorders. Rather than treating these challenges separately, integrated care addresses both at the same time to support safer, more sustainable recovery.
At Laguna View Detox, we begin the treatment process with medical stabilization (detox) and continues with coordinated mental health and addiction care during inpatient and aftercare, helping individuals move forward with structure and support.
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Understanding the process
What Is Dual Diagnosis Treatment?
Dual diagnosis treatment is an approach to care that treats addiction and mental health conditions together, rather than as separate issues. If you or your loved one is dealing with both, you may have noticed that one often makes the other worse.
Substance use can intensify symptoms of anxiety, depression, or trauma, while untreated mental health conditions can make it harder to stop using or stay sober. Dual diagnosis treatment focuses on understanding how these challenges are connected and addressing them in a coordinated way. By treating both conditions at the same time, dual diagnosis care helps you build a more stable path forward and reduces the risk of relapse once detox or early treatment is complete.
Who is it For?
Dual diagnosis treatment is designed for people who are experiencing both substance use and mental health challenges at the same time. It may be appropriate if you or your loved one has struggled to stay sober, experiences anxiety, depression, trauma, or mood changes alongside substance use, or has noticed that mental health symptoms worsen during periods of use or withdrawal.
This level of care can also be helpful for individuals who have been through treatment before but did not receive integrated mental health support, or for those who feel that addiction and emotional health are closely connected.
A more complete approach to recovery
Why Dual Diagnosis Requires Specialized Care
When addiction and mental health challenges occur together, treating only one side often leaves important issues unaddressed. Many individuals seeking treatment throughout Orange County find that substance use and mental health symptoms are closely connected, even if that relationship isn’t always obvious at first.
During withdrawal or early sobriety, mental health symptoms may become more intense. In other cases, substance use has been a way of coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, or emotional distress. When those underlying issues are not addressed, recovery can feel unstable, whether someone is seeking help for themselves or supporting a loved one.
Dual diagnosis care is designed to address this complexity. By integrating medical stabilization with mental health treatment during inpatient rehab, this approach helps ensure that individuals receive coordinated support rather than fragmented care. In a structured treatment setting like Laguna View Detox specialized dual diagnosis care, provides a safer environment where both addiction and mental health concerns can be addressed at the same time, supporting a sustainable path forward.
A more complete approach to recovery
Why Dual Diagnosis Requires Specialized Care
When addiction and mental health challenges occur together, treating only one side often leaves important issues unaddressed. Many individuals seeking treatment throughout Orange County find that substance use and mental health symptoms are closely connected, even if that relationship isn’t always obvious at first.
During withdrawal or early sobriety, mental health symptoms may become more intense. In other cases, substance use has been a way of coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, or emotional distress. When those underlying issues are not addressed, recovery can feel unstable, whether someone is seeking help for themselves or supporting a loved one.
Dual diagnosis care is designed to address this complexity. By integrating medical stabilization with mental health treatment, this approach helps ensure that individuals receive coordinated support rather than fragmented care. In a structured treatment setting like Laguna View Detox specialized dual diagnosis care, provides a safer environment where both addiction and mental health concerns can be addressed at the same time, supporting a sustainable path forward.
Treating addiction and mental health together
Conditions We Treat Through Dual Diagnosis Care
Dual diagnosis treatment at Laguna View Detox is designed for individuals whose substance use is connected to underlying mental health challenges. These conditions often influence one another, which is why treatment focuses on addressing both at the same time rather than in isolation.
Whether someone is seeking help for themselves or supporting a loved one entering treatment in Laguna Beach or Orange County, our dual diagnosis care provides an integrated approach tailored to each person’s needs. We treat the following conditions together (but not limited to):
Substance Abuse Disorders
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Opioid use (including prescription painkillers and heroin)
- Benzodiazepine use (such as Xanax, Ativan, or Valium)
- Stimulant use (including cocaine or methamphetamine)
- Prescription drug misuse
- Polysubstance use
Mental Health Disorders
- Anxiety disorders
- Depression and mood disorders
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and trauma-related conditions
- Bipolar disorder
- Stress-related disorders and emotional dysregulation
- Other co-occurring mental health concerns
By treating both addiction and mental health conditions together, dual diagnosis treatment helps create a more stable foundation for continued care beyond detox.
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From detox to ongoing, integrated care
How Dual Diagnosis Fits Into the Treatment Process
For many individuals, detox is the first step in the recovery process. Our detox program focuses on clearing substances from the body and managing withdrawal symptoms in a safe, medically supervised setting. While this step is essential for physical stabilization, it does not address the underlying mental health challenges that often contribute to substance use. That’s where dual diagnosis treatment starts. It builds on the detox process by addressing both addiction and mental health together once the body has stabilized, usually during residential treatment. This approach recognizes that mental health symptoms may become more noticeable during or after detox, and that ongoing support is often needed to reduce the risk of relapse.
Rather than being limited to a single program, dual diagnosis care is integrated across all our levels of treatment. After detox, most individuals enters residential care, partial hospitalization programs (PHP), or intensive outpatient programs (IOP), depending on their needs and clinical recommendations. By incorporating mental health support throughout the treatment process, dual diagnosis care helps ensure that recovery continues beyond detox and adapts as individuals move through different levels of care. This continuity allows treatment to remain aligned with each person’s progress and long-term recovery goals.
Detoxification
Laguna View Detox offers a state-of-the-art drug & alcohol detox program that is safe & effective at our Orange County facility.
Residential Inpatient
The evidence-based approach at Laguna View Detox's luxury residential inpatient program offers world-class methods that work.
Aftercare & Alumni
We offer thorough aftercare planning & alumni programming to keep clients connected to the recovery community.
An integrated approach to recovery
What to Expect During Dual Diagnosis Treatment in Laguna Beach, CA
Dual diagnosis treatment is structured to support both physical stabilization and mental health care from the beginning. While each treatment plan is personalized, there are common elements you can expect throughout the process:
Comprehensive Assessment
Treatment begins with a thorough evaluation of substance use history, mental health symptoms, and medical needs to guide individualized care.
Medical Stabilization
If detox is needed, medical support focuses on safety and comfort while monitoring both withdrawal symptoms and mental health changes.
Integrated Mental Health Care
Mental health symptoms are addressed alongside addiction, rather than postponed or treated separately.
Individual Therapy
One-on-one sessions help explore underlying emotional patterns, coping strategies, and recovery goals.
Group Therapy and Support
Group settings provide connection, shared understanding, and structured support throughout treatment.
Medication Management
When appropriate, medications may be used to support withdrawal, mental health stability, or ongoing recovery under medical supervision.
Ongoing Treatment Planning
Care is adjusted as progress is made, helping determine the most appropriate next level of treatment.
Continuity of Care
Dual diagnosis support continues as individuals move through detox, residential treatment, PHP, or IOP, ensuring consistent care at every stage.
Expert-led care in a coastal setting
Why Choose Laguna View Detox in Laguna Beach
Located in Laguna Beach, California, we offer professional addiction treatment in a calm coastal setting that supports focus and emotional well-being. The peaceful surroundings provide a natural sense of separation from daily stressors, allowing individuals to fully engage in early recovery.
We offer medically supervised detox, residential treatment, and structured aftercare, allowing dual diagnosis support to continue beyond the initial phase of treatment. When a higher or different level of ongoing care is clinically recommended, such as Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP) or Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), we coordinate seamless transitions within the Quadrant Health Group network, ensuring continuity of care without disruption.
Our experienced medical and mental health professionals team works collaboratively to address both substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions, guiding each individual through a thoughtfully planned treatment path. If you or a loved one need help, do hesitate, reach out today.
Clear answers to common questions
Most Frequently asked questions
What is dual diagnosis treatment?
Dual diagnosis treatment is an integrated approach that addresses both a substance use disorder and a co-occurring mental health condition at the same time. Treating both together helps reduce the risk of relapse and supports more stable, long-term recovery.
What mental health conditions are commonly treated in dual diagnosis programs?
Dual diagnosis care commonly addresses conditions such as anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, and other co-occurring mental health challenges that may be connected to substance use.
Does dual diagnosis treatment start during detox?
Detox focuses on clearing substances from the body and managing withdrawal safely. Dual diagnosis treatment typically begins once medical stabilization is underway or complete, allowing mental health symptoms to be properly assessed and addressed as part of the overall treatment plan.
Is detox enough for dual diagnosis recovery?
Detox alone is not sufficient for individuals with co-occurring mental health conditions. While detox addresses physical dependence, dual diagnosis treatment is needed to address the underlying mental health factors that often contribute to continued substance use.
Is dual diagnosis treatment inpatient or outpatient?
The length of treatment varies depending on individual needs, severity of symptoms, and clinical recommendations. Some individuals begin with detox and residential care, then continue with ongoing mental health and addiction support through aftercare or outpatient services.
Are medications used in dual diagnosis treatment?
Medication may be used when clinically appropriate to support withdrawal management, mental health stabilization, or ongoing recovery. All medication decisions are made by qualified medical professionals based on individual assessments.
Is dual diagnosis treatment covered by insurance?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for dual diagnosis treatment, including detox and residential care. Coverage varies by provider and policy, so verification is recommended to understand specific benefits and options. Call us at 866 932 3206 for a free insurance verification.