Substance use and mental health often go hand in hand. Many individuals who seek addiction treatment also experience mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, trauma or mood instability. When these issues occur together, they are known as co-occurring disorders.
At Pyramid Healthcare in West Virginia, we specialize in treating both conditions at the same time. Our integrated approach helps clients understand the connection between their mental health and substance use, promoting long-term healing and emotional stability.
What Does Co-Occurring Mean?
A co-occurring disorder, sometimes referred to as a dual diagnosis, describes the presence of both a substance use disorder and one or more mental health disorders in the same individual.
For example, someone might be using alcohol or drugs to cope with symptoms of depression, anxiety or trauma. While substances may provide short-term relief, they often make mental health symptoms worse over time, creating a cycle that can feel impossible to break without help.
Integrated co-occurring disorder treatment addresses both conditions simultaneously rather than treating them separately because one directly affects the other. This approach ensures more effective, sustainable recovery outcomes.
Common Mental Health Disorders Treated
At Pyramid Healthcare in West Virginia, our experienced clinical team provides care for a wide range of co-occurring mental health disorders, including:
Our clinicians take the time to understand how these mental health challenges influence substance use and develop treatment plans that target both the emotional and behavioral roots of addiction.
How Inpatient Treatment Helps with Co-Occurring Disorders
Inpatient (residential) treatment provides the highest level of support and structure for individuals struggling with both addiction and mental health symptoms.
Clients live on-site at the facility, allowing for 24/7 supervision and access to medical and therapeutic care. This setting is ideal for individuals who:
During residential care, clients participate in:
This immersive environment helps stabilize both mental health and substance use, providing a strong foundation for long-term recovery.
How Outpatient Treatment Supports Ongoing Recovery
Outpatient programs, including partial hospitalization (PHP) and intensive outpatient (IOP), are designed for individuals who have completed inpatient care or do not require 24-hour supervision. These programs offer flexibility while maintaining structured, therapeutic support.
Outpatient co-occurring disorder treatment at Pyramid Healthcare West Virginia includes:
Outpatient treatment allows clients to continue working, caring for family or pursuing education while still receiving consistent professional support.
Why Integrated Treatment is Essential
Treating only addiction or only mental health symptoms often leads to relapse. Integrated treatment, where both are addressed together, provides a more complete and lasting path to recovery.
At Pyramid Healthcare, this approach works because it:
What to Expect During Treatment
Every treatment plan at Pyramid Healthcare West Virginia is tailored to the individual. Clients can expect:
The goal isn’t just sobriety, its helping clients find balance, confidence and a renewed sense of purpose.
Take the First Step Toward Healing
If you or someone you love is struggling with both substance use and mental health challenges, know that recovery is possible. Pyramid Healthcare in West Virginia offers compassionate, integrated care that treats the full scope of co-occurring disorders.
Our admissions team provides same-day assessments and can help verify insurance coverage, answer questions and guide you toward the right level of care.
Call Pyramid Healthcare in West Virginia today to learn more about our co-occurring disorder treatment programs and take the first step toward lasting recovery.
