Phoenix Dual Diagnosis IOP and PHP Offerings

Intensive Outpatient Programs for Dual Diagnosis at Changes

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If you have at least one mental health condition, you are statistically more likely to experience drug or alcohol addiction compared to those who aren’t affected by mental illness.

Though everyone has a unique story, risk factors like trauma and family history are often involved in the overlap between mental health illnesses and chemical dependency.

Even though it’s common to use them in attempts to cope with mental health challenges, substances like alcohol and other drugs worsen your mental health in the long run. Getting whole-person care at Changes Healing Center can help you end the battle.

The context of your life matters in addiction treatment, and that certainly encompasses any mental health concerns you are experiencing, as well as factors that impact whether inpatient or outpatient programs are a better fit for you. That’s where dual-diagnosis IOP at Changes Healing Center comes in. But what exactly does that mean?

This article will define dual-diagnosis IOP first. Then, we’ll talk about the conditions we address at Changes Healing Center, our care levels for dual diagnosis, and other parts of what you can expect through our programs, like the treatments we use.

What is a Dual Diagnosis IOP?

Unlike a typical substance abuse treatment program, a dual-diagnosis treatment program lets a person heal from and process addictions and other mental health concerns at the same time.

Rather than get psychiatric care for one disorder, which can leave out important parts of your experience and make you more vulnerable to attempts to cope with mental health through substances in the future, every aspect of your emotional well-being is addressed.

Sometimes, dual-diagnosis treatment is also called “integrated treatment” because it integrates care for both mental health and addiction. Dual diagnosis treatment can exist at all care levels, including both inpatient and outpatient treatment programs. IOP is short for “intensive outpatient program,” which refers to a flexible outpatient program that allows clients to work or attend school as they receive treatment.

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Mental Health Disorders Addressed in Dual-Diagnosis IOP

Changes Healing Center provides a supportive environment for people working to overcome all types of substance addiction and co-occurring disorders. Conditions treated at Changes Healing Center include:

All types of drug addiction, including alcohol abuse, prescription drugs, and “street” drugs.
Mood disorders, inclusive of all types of depression and bipolar disorder.
Trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and complex PTSD.
Schizophrenia and related disorders.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Prolonged grief disorder.
Personality disorders.
Anxiety disorders.

We also work with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a neurodevelopmental disorder that can increase the risk of addiction–specifically, when cases go untreated.

The Power of Dual-Diagnosis Treatment Programs

Addressing the underlying causes of addiction matters. The majority of people facing substance abuse will be able to determine that, while maladaptive, it serves some type of purpose in their lives. For example, someone might use alcohol, in part, to cope with anxiety.

In that case, it is important that the individual learns healthy coping skills and gets proper treatment for anxiety rather than targeting drug or alcohol use as a behavior alone. Dual-diagnosis programs are widely advocated for in the medical and mental health community.

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What the Research Says About Dual-Diagnosis Care for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Disorders

A consistent finding in addiction research is that positive outcomes increase when substance abuse and other mental health concerns are treated. Positive outcomes resulting from dual-diagnosis treatment include:

Greater chances of successful treatment for both conditions.
A lower likelihood of arrest or criminal activity.
Better psychiatric health and functioning.
Fewer medication interactions.
Decreased hospitalization.
Improved quality of life.

We know that everyone seeking treatment for a mental health disorder and substance addiction will have goals that are specific to them. The team of board-certified psychiatrists, therapists, and case managers working with clients in our outpatient programs will help you meet yours.

Outpatient Dual-Diagnosis Programs vs Inpatient Treatment

Outpatient treatment programs are an optimal choice if you want to live at home or in sober housing while getting therapy during the day rather than staying on-site at an addiction treatment center.

Here’s a comparison of the types of treatment programs we offer. Please call Changes Healing Center if you have any questions.

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Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) for Dual-Diagnosis Disorders

Our partial hospitalization program provides intensive treatment all days of the week and requires that you attend treatment for the majority of the day. PHP at Changes Healing Center involves daily group therapy, frequent individual therapy sessions, medication management, and related treatment services.

For some Changes Healing Center clients, PHP can act as an alternative to inpatient treatment. Specifically, those who are going through the recovery process but are able to navigate urges to use substances outside of treatment hours may opt into PHP vs. inpatient rehab.

Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for Dual-Diagnosis Disorders

The intensive outpatient program at Changes Healing Center has a lower time commitment than our PHP, meeting for shorter sessions less often throughout the week. Spending fewer hours in treatment allows IOP clients to work or pursue similar obligations, like college, while getting high-quality substance use disorder treatment.

Often, our IOP clients finish PHP as a first step, but some people do enter treatment at this level of care. During your intake assessment, a staff member can help you decide whether our intensive outpatient program is a suitable starting care level for you.

Inpatient Dual-Diagnosis Rehab Programs

Inpatient treatment at our Phoenix facility may be ideal if you or your loved one needs around-the-clock supervision to prevent substance use or other maladaptive behaviors (e.g., self-harm, disordered eating) outside of partial hospitalization or intensive outpatient treatment hours. It is not uncommon to start with inpatient care and move down to an outpatient program for ongoing support once you are ready.

If you do start with inpatient rehab for mental health and addiction at Changes Healing Center, you will likely stay for about 1-2 months. Then, we can help you transition into one of our outpatient dual-diagnosis treatment programs.

Exclusively residential treatment facilities can make moving from one level of care to another harder. Since we offer both program types, we make the transition from one level of care to another a seamless one.

Sub-Acute Detox Services

In addition to our inpatient and outpatient dual-diagnosis rehab programs, Changes Healing Center offers sub-acute detox for withdrawal management. The goal of detox is to help those in the earliest stages of the recovery process get through drug and alcohol withdrawal symptoms.

Sometimes, mental health concerns intensify during drug and alcohol withdrawal. The medical professionals at our treatment center can prescribe medications for withdrawal management and mental health as needed.

Therapies Offered in Dual-Diagnosis Programs

Our dual-diagnosis treatment programs in Phoenix use a mixture of the most effective treatments for mental health conditions and alcohol or drug abuse.

Although you’ll get a personalized treatment plan no matter what level of care you are in at Changes Healing Center, here are some examples of the methods and modalities you can expect.

Behavioral therapies (e.g., dialectical behavior therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy).
Medication management, which can include medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for addiction.
Mindfulness and meditation group sessions.
Motivational therapies, like motivational enhancement therapy (MET).
Family therapy sessions.
Trauma therapy.
Art therapy.
Psychoeducation
Life skills.
Recreation.

Aftercare planning is an essential part of relapse prevention. Regardless of what level of care you choose to end treatment at, we’ll help you plan for the next steps.

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Cost should not be a barrier for you or your loved one seeking appropriate treatment for addiction and mental health. Not only do we use the most evidence-based methods of treatment to promote long-term recovery, but we accept AHCCCS and nearly all forms of health insurance to make treatment possible for individuals struggling with addiction and dual-diagnosis disorders.

Contact Changes Healing Center to verify your insurance coverage for dual-diagnosis treatment at our recovery center. The process should take a few minutes or less.

Call Changes for Proven Dual Diagnosis Treatment in AZ

You can balance treatment with daily life through our outpatient dual-diagnosis treatment programs in Arizona state.

Changes Healing Center is a Joint-Commission-accredited addiction treatment center dedicated to understanding and addressing the complex interplay between addiction and co-occurring mental health concerns.

Whether you are interested in dual-diagnosis IOP for yourself or someone else, please call Changes Healing Center to reach our team today.

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FAQs Regarding Phoenix Dual Diagnosis IOP and PHP Programs

What is the best treatment for dual diagnosis?

The best approach to treatment for dual diagnosis is one that involves care for both the mental health condition (or conditions) the person is experiencing and substance use behaviors. In other words, a dual-diagnosis treatment program is the most ideal solution for people experiencing both mental health and a substance abuse disorder.

What’s the most common dual diagnosis?

Anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and trauma disorders are among the most prevalent mental health conditions seen across the general population in the United States. With this in mind, it makes sense that they’re also some of the most common underlying issues that pair with substance use disorders.