Clinically Reviewed by: Matthew Beck.
Millions of individuals in the U.S. (52.9 million in 2020) struggle with mental health conditions. Approximately 9.5 million adults struggle with addiction and a dual diagnosis, according to SAMHSA.
Individuals who struggle with mental health and substance use disorders have a dual diagnosis (co-occurring disorder). While these conditions commonly co-occur, one doesn’t necessarily cause the other.
Both run in families (genetic) and environmental factors like trauma or stress
People with depression, anxiety, or PTSD often self-medicate
Combination helps patients recover short-term and minimizes relapse risk
Clinically Reviewed by: Matthew Beck
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is used to treat addiction and trauma. It’s a form of cognitive behavioral therapy that assists people with changing how they think and respond to addictive behavior triggers.
EMDR uses eye movements to desensitize and reprocess emotional stress linked with traumatic experiences. It works on the principle that your brain has natural healing abilities, helping the brain recognize, move past, and heal from traumatic events.
Treats root causes rather than addiction alone
Reduces intensity of cravings and reward memories
Effective for panic disorders, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma
Identifying emotional distress
Imagery and stress reduction methods
Identifying negative self-beliefs, related emotions, vivid visuals
Self-calming techniques and progress examination
Clinically Reviewed by: Matthew Beck
Cognitive behavioral therapy is a psychological treatment that helps manage challenges like addictions and depression by altering thought processes and behavior. CBT focuses on changing automatic negative thoughts that contribute to mental health concerns.
CBT helps discover and change disturbing thought patterns that negatively influence emotions and behavior. The process helps people identify triggering patterns and develop new coping skills.
Analyzing automatic negative thoughts with objective evidence
Comparing negative vs. positive thoughts for behavior change
Processing painful memories to reduce anxiety
Healthy activities to replace substance use
DBT addresses disturbing thoughts while implementing treatment strategies like mindfulness and emotional regulation. Particularly effective for personality disorders and emotional instability.
Group sessions provide peer support and allow individuals to share experiences and coping strategies in a safe, therapeutic environment.
Peer support, reduced isolation, interpersonal skills practice, cost-effective treatment
Involving family members in recovery to rebuild trust, improve communication, and create supportive home environments.
Addiction education, communication skills training, boundary setting, ongoing support resources
Specialized therapy for couples affected by addiction, focusing on rebuilding trust and developing healthy relationship patterns during recovery.
Relationship repair, communication enhancement, trust restoration, relapse prevention for couples
Clinical Supervisor
Matthew is a licensed marriage and family therapist and clinical supervisor in Orange County, California. Matthew has an extensive history working with the substance abuse and mental health population and is committed to client care with an ethical approach to treatment. Matthew utilizes a solution-focused, cognitive behavioral approach to therapy. He emphasizes the importance of creating a recovery environment which supports deep and meaningful sober connection, a system of accountability, daily structure and healthy routine, and an aftercare plan which will support continued sobriety post-treatment.
Primary Therapist
Kylie earned her masters in clinical psychology from University of Phoenix. She has experience providing counseling services to a variety of individuals, including adolescents, in various settings within the community. Kylie uses different modalities in her practice, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and mindfulness. In her free time, Kylie enjoys spending time with her family, traveling and volunteering.
Director of Nursing
Lisa has been working in the medical field as a licensed vocational nurse for nearly a decade and specializing in detox and residential services for the last seven years. She will make your admission process smooth and safe, working with our Medical Director every step of the way to ensure your safety and comfort throughout your stay.
Owner & CEO
Ryan had previously been working as the Director of Operations for several sub-acute detox and residential facilities around Orange County, CA, for the last seven years. His professional experience and personal insight into recovery enable the delivery of cutting-edge treatment in a safe, comfortable environment with life-changing results.
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