Dual Diagnosis Treatment for Women in California
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Women who struggle with alcoholism or addiction while also having another mood or behavioral disorder are said to have a dual diagnosis. Our 23 years of experience treating addiction and alcoholism in Orange County has taught us that a high percentage of alcohol- and drug-dependent women also suffer from a co-occurring disorder such as:
- Depression or Bipolar Disorder
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Anxiety Disorders such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Since these mood or behavioral disorders and chemical dependency have a habit of complicating the treatment of either condition by itself, we find that the most effective way to address the co-occurring disorders is to simultaneously address both. It is not uncommon for a woman to arrive at The Rose seeking treatment for an addiction and during the process of screening and assessment we discover that another disorder is present. Also, it is not uncommon for the co-occurring disorder to become much less pronounced after a period of sustained sobriety and effective counseling. It is estimated that 53 percent of chemically dependent women also have at least one other mood or behavioral issue.
Simultaneous Treatment of Chemical Dependency and the Co-Morbid Disorder
The treatment that our dually diagnosed women receive at The Rose is ideal because it addresses both the addiction and the co-occurring disorder.
Our pre-screening and initial psychological assessment of women who come here for treatment includes an analysis of their substance abuse history and medical records so that we can acknowledge the dual diagnosis and integrate it into their individual treatment program. During the admissions process, our client will meet with our psychiatrists who will screen and make various adjustments to the treatment program depending on the type of dual diagnosis we identify. Our psychiatrists will also ensure appropriate medications are on hand to treat the individual. Our facility nurse oversees the procurement and allocation of the medications throughout the week.
Some examples of the disorders we have experience identifying and treating are:
- Anxiety disorders, including post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Panic disorder
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Depressive disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder
- Phobias
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Other psychiatric disorders, such as schizophrenia and personality disorders
A Variety of Clinical Treatment Methods for Dual Diagnosis
Our Dual Diagnosis Program is well-suited for women who require help with an emotional or psychiatric problem. In addition to treatment for chemical dependency, there will be specialized individual and group therapy for issues like PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, or depression.
Effective and personalized counseling is a key part of caring for our female dual diagnosis clients. The women will receive individual and/or group therapy for dual diagnoses. We also have specialists on staff who help clients in the areas of trauma resolution and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Our highly skilled counselors manage the individual women's cases, monitor their progress, and also provide an important one-on-one link with each of our clients and their families. Our entire clinical staff meets frequently to review the progress of every woman at The Rose. We have found that a woman's progress is best determined when a multidisciplinary team approach is used. If it is determined that a woman at The Rose needs assistance with any other diagnosis or disorder, she is referred to the appropriate individual and group counselors for therapy sessions.
Some of the treatment methods that will be used to help women who are experiencing a dual diagnosis include:
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
- Hypnotherapy
- Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Experiential Therapy
- Group Therapy
- Numerous Individualized 12-Step Support Groups
- Our Family Program Facilitated by Dr. Kevin McCauley and Dr. Jerry Brown
Occasionally, a woman comes to us with a diagnosis beyond the scope of our care. In such instances, we can refer that woman to an expert in their required specialty. We help these women who exhibit special needs to receive the care that will help them and will also provide the transportation and supervision that may be required to get the woman to the specialist's office.
For more information about how we address dual diagnosis or what the experience of receiving treatment at The Rose is like, please call us at 888.471.0435 or fill out our online confidential assessment form.