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Dual Diagnosis & Co-Occurring Disorder Treatment in NJ
Learn How We Treat Dual Diagnosis or Co-Occurring Disorders
Breaking the cycle of relapse through integrated, simultaneous care.
If you are struggling with both a mental health disorder—such as depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder—and substance use, you aren’t just facing two separate problems. You are facing a single, complex challenge that requires a unified solution.
At Preferred Behavioral Health Group, our program is designed specifically for individuals in New Jersey who need more than standard rehab. We treat the “whole person” by addressing the underlying mental health triggers and the addiction simultaneously.
Treating the Whole Person: Why Integrated Care Matters
Most traditional programs treat addiction and mental health in “silos,” which often leads to one condition triggering a relapse in the other. Our philosophy is different. We define Co-Occurring Disorders as a singular clinical priority.
By bridging the gap between psychiatric support and addiction recovery, we provide the stability needed to achieve long-term sobriety. Whether you are navigating treatment for bipolar and addiction or managing clinical depression alongside substance use, our program ensures neither diagnosis is left behind.
Integrated Clinical Care: Evidence-Based Modalities (CBT & DBT)
To outpace the competition and provide the highest level of care, our integrated clinical team utilizes a multidisciplinary approach. Your recovery is guided by licensed clinicians, psychiatrists, and addiction specialists who work in tandem.
- Evidence-Based Therapies: We utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help patients identify triggers and build healthy coping mechanisms.
- Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) & Management: Our team provides expert psychotropic medication management to stabilize mental health symptoms while supporting the detox and recovery process.
- Trauma-Informed Care: We address the “why” behind the addiction, ensuring that past trauma is processed in a safe, clinical environment.
DARE Program Structure & Logistics (Level 2.5)
Our Co-Occurring Program follows a high-intensity partial care program, classified as Level 2.5 care. This provides a bridge for those transitioning from Medical Detox or those who require more support than standard outpatient services.
- Schedule: A structured 5-day-per-week program (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.) designed to provide maximum stability.
- Immediate Placement: We understand the urgency of dual diagnosis care; we offer same-day admissions in many cases.
- Transportation Assistance: We remove barriers to recovery by providing transportation to and from our Ocean County facility for eligible participants.
- Telehealth Options: Flexible hybrid options may be available to ensure continuity of care.
Insurance & Admissions
Private Insurance Accepted | In-Network Provider
We work with major providers including Cigna, BCBS (Horizon), Aetna, and others to ensure your treatment is accessible. Don’t let insurance navigation stop your recovery—our admissions team is to help you navigate the process.
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