Dual diagnosis · Lake Forest, Orange County
Dual Diagnosis Treatment in Orange County, CA
Many people struggling with drugs or alcohol are also living with depression, anxiety, trauma or bipolar disorder. Zoe Behavioral Health's dual diagnosis treatment in Orange County treats both at the same time, in one plan, with one care team. Our Joint Commission-accredited outpatient center is in Lake Forest, and admissions answers 24/7.
Dual diagnosis at a glance
| What it treats | Substance use plus co-occurring mental health conditions |
|---|---|
| Levels of care | PHP, IOP and outpatient |
| Care includes | Individual, group and family therapy, psychiatric care and MAT where appropriate |
| Clinical leadership | Dr. Naficy, Medical Director; Clint Kreider, MS, Clinical Director |
| Location | Lake Forest, serving all of Orange County |
What is dual diagnosis?
What Is Dual Diagnosis Treatment?
A dual diagnosis, also called co-occurring disorders, means having a substance use disorder and a mental health condition at the same time. Each one can make the other worse: anxiety or depression can drive substance use, and substance use can deepen mental health symptoms.
Treating only one side raises the risk of relapse. Integrated dual diagnosis treatment addresses both together, so the coping skills, therapy and any medication work as one plan rather than competing ones.
Signs dual diagnosis care may help
- You drink or use to manage anxiety, low mood, sleep or trauma symptoms
- Mental health symptoms get worse when you try to cut back
- Previous treatment focused on only one problem and didn't last
- You've been diagnosed with a mental health condition and also struggle with substance use
Conditions we treat
Co-Occurring Conditions We Treat in Orange County
We treat these conditions alongside alcohol and drug addiction, including opioids, stimulants and prescription drugs.
Depression
Persistent low mood, loss of interest and hopelessness, often intertwined with alcohol or drug use.
Anxiety disorders
Generalized anxiety, panic and social anxiety that substances are used to quiet.
Trauma & PTSD
Past trauma and its symptoms, addressed in a safe, structured setting.
Bipolar disorder
Mood episodes that can complicate recovery and need coordinated psychiatric care.
Not dealing with substance use? See our outpatient mental health treatment.
How it works
How Dual Diagnosis Treatment Works at Zoe
Integrated assessment
A physician phone assessment and clinical intake that look at substance use and mental health together.
Individual & group therapy
Therapy that targets both conditions and the way they feed each other.
Family therapy
Support for the people around you, who are often affected by both.
Psychiatric care & MAT
Medication for mental health symptoms and, where appropriate, FDA-approved medications such as buprenorphine or naltrexone.
Learn moreStructureThe right level of care
PHP, IOP or outpatient, matched to your needs and stepped down as you stabilize.
Learn moreRelapse prevention
A plan for warning signs in both areas, plus referrals to sober living if you need a stable home.
Getting started
How to Start Dual Diagnosis Treatment
- Call or verify insuranceAdmissions answers 24/7 and checks your benefits for free.
- Phone assessmentA confidential assessment with one of our staff physicians, who recommends a level of care.
- Detox first, if neededWe coordinate with trusted local detox providers.
- Start treatmentBegin PHP, IOP or outpatient care in Lake Forest.
Serving Orange County
Dual Diagnosis Treatment Near You
Our outpatient center is in Lake Forest, off the I-5 and the 241. Clients come for dual diagnosis care from across Orange County, including:
23072 Lake Center Drive, Suite 214, Lake Forest, CA 92630 · (949) 309-2227 · Get directions
FAQs
Dual Diagnosis Treatment: Frequently Asked Questions
What does dual diagnosis mean?
Dual diagnosis means having a substance use disorder and a mental health condition, such as depression, anxiety, trauma or bipolar disorder, at the same time.
Why treat both conditions together?
Each condition can worsen the other. Treating only one raises the risk of relapse, so integrated care addresses both in one plan.
Is dual diagnosis treatment outpatient?
At Zoe, yes. Dual diagnosis care is delivered through our PHP, IOP and outpatient programs, so you live at home or in sober living during treatment.
Can I get medication for mental health and addiction?
Where clinically appropriate, your plan can include psychiatric medication and medication-assisted treatment such as buprenorphine (Suboxone) or naltrexone.
Does insurance cover dual diagnosis treatment?
Most health plans cover mental health and substance use treatment, including outpatient dual diagnosis care. Verify your insurance for free.
Where is your dual diagnosis program?
Our center is at 23072 Lake Center Drive, Suite 214, Lake Forest, CA 92630, serving clients across Orange County.