Co-Occurring Addictions We Treat

When a person is struggling with a mental health concern and a co-occurring addiction, the impact it can have on their life is far-reaching. Because addiction alters the way a person’s brain works, the effects can be both mentally and physically harmful.  

The effects of addiction can vary from person to person depending on factors such as the type of substance the person has been using and the length of time they have been using it.  

Common potential effects of addiction include:  

• Poor performance in school or at work  

• Academic failure, job loss and chronic unemployment  

• Diminished or ruined relationships with friends and family members  

• Damage to the brain, heart, liver, kidneys and other organs  

• Elevated risk for HIV/AIDS, hepatitis and certain types of cancer  

• Financial difficulties  

• Arrest, incarceration and other legal problems  

• Onset or worsening of mental health concerns  

• Pervasive sense of hopelessness or helplessness  

• Suicidal thoughts and behaviors  

When people receive proper care for mental health concerns and co-occurring addictions, they minimize their risk for future negative effects and can begin to repair any damage they have already experienced. 

When you seek treatment for a mental health concern and a co-occurring addiction, you have the opportunity to work directly with experienced professionals who can help you create a framework for a future free of substance use.  

There are countless benefits to receiving addiction treatment, including: 

• Improved daily functioning 

• Improved physical health 

• Improved relationships 

• Reduced risk for relapse 

• Reduced risk for overdose 

• Development of stronger coping skills 

• Rebuilding of healthy relationships 

• Development of a relapse prevention plan 

• Development of a support network 

When you receive care at our co-occurring addiction treatment center in Apopka, Florida, you will be able to address your substance use as well as any symptoms of mental health concerns you are struggling with. This integrated approach to care allows you to begin walking a path to full and lasting recovery. 

When someone is living with both a mental health disorder and a co-occurring addiction, getting the right kind of help means finding a program that addresses both conditions. At Orlando Health Behavioral Health Hospital in Apopka, Florida, that is exactly what we offer. Our inpatient program is equipped to care for individuals who are navigating the unique and often complex challenges that come with co-occurring disorders. 

The team at our co-occurring addiction treatment center provides a structured environment where both the mental health and addiction components of a patient’s experience are addressed within a single, cohesive plan of care, eliminating the gaps that can occur when conditions are treated separately.  

Each patient’s co-occurring addiction treatment plan is built by a team of specialists who take the time to understand the full picture of what that individual is dealing with. Depending on a patient’s specific needs, their treatment plan may include: 

• Medication management services: If a patient needs medication incorporated into their treatment plan, they meet with a psychiatrist regularly. Registered nurses and licensed practical nurses help with administering the medication and keeping a close eye on how the patient is responding. 

• Individual therapy: Every patient receives a one-on-one therapy session during their assessment, and additional individual sessions are available throughout their stay whenever they are clinically warranted or personally requested. 

• Family therapy: Addiction and mental health struggles affect the whole family, not just the individual. When it is the right fit for the patient, we invite loved ones into the treatment process through family therapy, which provides an opportunity for families to improve communication and learn how to be a positive force in their loved one’s recovery. 

• Group therapy: Held multiple times each day, group therapy sessions are a cornerstone of care at our inpatient treatment center. Led by licensed therapists, nurses and mental health technicians, these sessions span a variety of formats, including process groups, psychoeducation groups, recreation groups and self-care groups. While in group therapy, patients have a chance to discuss a variety of topics, such as coping skills, self-esteem, boundaries and trauma processing. For many patients, connecting with peers who are navigating similar experiences is one of the most powerful parts of the recovery process. 

At Orlando Health Behavioral Health Hospital in Apopka, Florida, we believe that everyone who walks through our doors deserves to receive addiction treatment that honors the full complexity of what they are going through. We meet every patient with the attention, expertise and compassion they deserve. 

Living with both a mental health disorder and a co-occurring addiction is hard. Finding a place where the staff truly understands both and knows how to treat them together can feel even harder. At Orlando Health Behavioral Health Hospital in Apopka, Florida, we have built a 144-bed inpatient facility specifically designed to meet that need, offering an exceptional standard of integrated care for individuals who are ready to take the first step toward healing and recovery. 

From the physical space to the people within it, everything about our Apopka hospital is oriented to elicit a sense of peacefulness. Warm, carefully chosen colors, plenty of natural light, open and inviting spaces, and secure outdoor courtyards give our hospital a feel that is far removed from the cold, sterile environments many people associate with inpatient care. Patient rooms offer each person a quiet space that is designed with both safety and personal comfort in mind. And our compassionate team members bring a level of warmth, attentiveness and individualized care that makes patients feel seen, respected and genuinely supported from the first day. 

Care at our co-occurring addiction treatment center in Apopka is grounded in evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). Patients work alongside a skilled and diverse team of professionals that includes: 

• Psychiatrists 

• Psychiatric nurse practitioners 

• Registered nurses 

• Licensed practical nurses 

• Licensed clinical social workers 

• Master’s-level social workers 

• Licensed mental health counselors 

• Master’s-level counselors 

• Recreational therapists 

• Behavioral health technicians 

Every one of these professionals is committed to making sure that each patient feels genuinely cared for and fully supported so that they can make the most of their time with us. 

If you or a loved one is struggling with a mental health concern and a co-occurring addiction, reaching out is the most important step you can take. Our admissions team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help you start getting the care you need to find lasting wellness.