Dual diagnosis, or co-occurring disorders, is when a person experiences more than one mental health issue simultaneously. Counseling interventions change according to the specific disorders.
Available Treatment Options
Most often, therapists can treat multiple mental health issues simultaneously using therapeutic techniques. Some interventions, such as developing healthy coping mechanisms and exploring past trauma, can help various mental health issues at once.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Dual Diagnosis
Seeking psychotherapy is a sign of resourcefulness. When we are overwhelmed by painful feelings, we scramble to find ways to avoid and deny them. We cling to stories and beliefs that leave us feeling anxious and exhausted. Healing takes place when we can identify what is at the root of this suffering, and explore it with compassion and curiosity. Many of us grew up in an environment that neithe...
The decision to enter therapy is often fraught with uncertainty, and choosing the right therapist can feel overwhelming. I believe the most important element of successful treatment is a strong connection between the client and therapist. Oftentimes uncomfortable thoughts or feelings affect one's pursuit of joy and creativity, or old but familiar patterns resurface in ways that feel stagnating....
At Insight Family Center, LLC we provide premium psychiatry,mental health and substance abuse services. Our priority is to provide our clients with techniques that will assist them in obtaining their desired outcomes to reach their personal goals. Our priority is to provide clients with techniques that will assist them in obtaining their desired outcomes. We Specialize In: Depression / Anxiety ...
In recovery from an eating disorder and living with a chronic pain condition, I understand the need for individualized therapy. Applying practice and applicable skills intertwined with creative and "out of the box" approaches, I bring a unique understanding to my counseling practice. I understand that each individual is just that, an individual. I work with the client to achieve their goals and...
In my 37+ years of counseling experience, I have helped thousands of people. I have extensive experience working with the Christian community and also have clients with no religious backround. I can work on issues like anger, depression, ADHD, anxiety, addiction,and grief. Having worked 15 years in psychiatric hospital settings has helped by exposing me to people dealing with serious issues. My...
Welcome, and congratulations on taking this courageous step towards connecting with a therapist. In my practice, I offer individual and couples counseling. My approach is empathic, respectful, honest, and collaborative. Together, we will pay attention to past experiences, including family dynamics, as well as work on practical, realistic approaches to dealing with today. I have found that peopl...
You can bring anything to the table and I will accept you as you are. I will listen and provide a warm, supportive and caring approach to therapy. My goal is to provide therapy that is suited to your needs. My therapeutic approach is client centered, sensitive, kind and direct. I am experienced at providing therapy to individuals, couples, and groups. I also cover anxiety, dual diagnosis,...
I have worked with a wide a variety of people ranging in age from 6 to 85 years old in both individual and relationship therapies. Although I try to be more solution focused and not breed long-term dependency, I have several clients who have been coming for a few years and act as a life coach to help them navigate their lives more effectively. Most of my clients are suffering from job-related...
Even though counseling often focuses on relieving distress, I view counseling as a way of helping people to flourish and to reach their goals. I work with individuals, couples, families, and adolescents. I am a Supervising Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC-S), National Certified Counselor (NCC), and Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC). I use many approaches,...
Are you a parent who has found that managing your teen's emotions, behaviors and school performance a bigger challenge than you thought? Are you seeking support on how to set appropriate healthy boundaries while still maintaining a loving relationship with others? Are you wondering how to improve your situation? I can help you by exploring the challenges you are facing and empower you, to...
My work with my clients is active and collaborative. I see adults, adolescents, and younger children in the context of family therapy. I provide individual, couples and family therapy. I have 30+ years experience working with people to enhance their lives and relationships, problem solve, and make decisions. I use a CBT approach; also, EMDR to treat trauma, anxiety, and fears. I am currently do...
My main focus for the past 15 years has been on Alcohol and Substance Abuse Treatment, in group settings as well as individual sessions. I work mostly with adults, but I do have experience with adolescents, families, and couples. In working with issues of addiction, I also work with Adult Children of Alcoholics and Addicts (ACOA/COA) addressing the negative impact growing up in an alcoholic...
Hello, I'm Alan Raddatz, director of Valley View Family Counseling Services. I'm here to interact with my patients through psychotherapy & counseling for individuals, couples and families with a competent and caring focus on understanding my clients needs, behaviors and communications to help achieve meaningful loving relationships and positive life outcomes. In preparation for this field I hav...
Many of us are often waiting to feel good....waiting for the weekend, waiting for a better job, waiting for a relationship, waiting for a problem to resolve itself. So much of life is missed out on during these waiting periods. I can help you to find peace in the everyday, increase self compassion, and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. On this journey, you will develop more of a capaci...
Are you experiencing struggles or frustrations in your relationships, work, or routine and unsure of what to do? Sometimes life's challenges become overwhelming and you may find it difficult to cope or to move forward. When this happens, these challenges may dominate your life. Often employment, financial, social, and family pressures add to your struggles as well. I will work in partnership wi...
