Dual Diagnosis Treatment

Dual Diagnosis
Treatment in
Northbrook, IL

At Rotary Recovery, we offer dual diagnosis treatment because we’ve seen what happens when someone tries to treat addiction without treating their mental health. It’s exhausting. It’s discouraging. And for many people, it leads to the same cycle repeating.
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Addiction + Mental Health Treatment

Integrated
Dual Diagnosis Care

Co-Occurring Disorders Support

Whole-Person Recovery Approach

What Dual Diagnosis Treatment Really Means (In Real Life Terms)

Dual diagnosis rehab is a form of integrated addiction treatment that supports both:
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- Substance use disorders (alcohol, opioids, cocaine, benzos, etc.)
- Mental health conditions (like anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and more)

We don’t separate the two because your life isn’t separated into neat little boxes. If anxiety makes you crave relief, and drinking makes the anxiety worse the next day, those are connected. If trauma lives in the nervous system, and substances temporarily numb it, that’s connected, too.

That’s why we take mental health and addiction treatment seriously as one whole clinical plan, not two separate problems.

Why Co-Occurring Disorders Often Get Missed

A lot of people come into treatment and feel like they’re “just” dealing with addiction, only to realize later that they’ve been managing emotional distress for years.

Others have the opposite experience: they’ve been treated for mental health concerns, but no one addressed the substance use patterns that developed as a coping mechanism.

Common signs you may need co-occurring disorder rehab include:
You use substances to manage stress, grief, or anxiety
You’ve been diagnosed with anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, or ADHD
Your mood feels unstable, especially when you’re sober
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You feel numb, disconnected, or emotionally on edge most days
You’ve tried to stop using before, but your mental health symptoms intensify
You’re functioning on the outside, but struggling privately
In a busy, high-achieving area like Northbrook, it’s especially easy to hide the struggle. People show up to work, take care of their family, keep their routines, and still feel like they’re barely holding it together inside. We get it, and we’re here for that reality.

Our Approach to Behavioral Health Treatment: Safe, Structured, and Human

At Rotary Recovery, we’re a trusted outpatient addiction and mental health treatment center located right here in Northbrook, IL. Our team is known for creating a welcoming space where you can actually exhale.

Our culture is built around safety, generosity, structure, and autonomy. That means we take clinical standards seriously, but we also treat you like a person, not a problem to be managed.

Many of our staff members have personal recovery experience, too. That doesn’t replace clinical training, but it does create something powerful: real understanding, real empathy, and zero judgment.

Evidence-Based Dual Diagnosis Treatment That Helps You Build Skills for Life

Dual diagnosis treatment has to be practical. It can’t just be talk. It has to give you tools you can actually use when life gets stressful, when triggers hit, or when emotions spike.

That’s why our co-occurring disorders treatment includes evidence-based therapies such as:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, helps you recognize patterns that fuel both mental health symptoms and substance use, like self-criticism, catastrophizing, or all-or-nothing thinking. Then we help you rebuild those patterns into something healthier and more realistic.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

DBT is especially helpful if you experience intense emotions, impulsivity, relationship stress, or difficulty calming down once you’re triggered. These are common in both addiction and mental health substance abuse treatment.

Trauma-Informed Care

If trauma plays a role in your story, we approach it with respect, pacing, and safety. Trauma-informed care means we never force vulnerability. We help you build stability first.

Our goal is to help you feel stronger internally, not just “clean” externally.

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) When It Supports Your Recovery

For some clients, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) can be a game changer, especially when cravings or withdrawal risks get in the way of progress.

If clinically appropriate, our team can incorporate MAT using FDA-approved medications alongside therapy. MAT is not about replacing one substance with another. It’s about stabilizing your system so you can focus on the deeper work of healing.

And because our care is medically supported, you’re not navigating medication decisions alone. We provide guidance, education, and monitoring so your treatment stays safe and effective.

Flexible Levels of Care: Outpatient, PHP, and IOP

One of the biggest reasons people choose us is because we offer structured care without requiring inpatient treatment.

We provide different levels of support based on your needs, including:

Outpatient Program (OP)

A great fit if you need consistent support but have a stable foundation and strong motivation.

Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)

IOP is a powerful step if you need deeper structure, more therapy sessions, and more accountability while still living at home.

Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)

PHP provides the most structured outpatient level of care for clients who need high support, but don’t require 24/7 residential treatment. And throughout every level, we keep your treatment connected and integrated. You’re not starting over every time your needs change, we adjust the plan with you.
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Family Support Matters (Even When It’s Complicated)

Addiction and mental health don’t just affect one person. They affect relationships, trust, communication, and the entire emotional climate at home.

That’s why we include family involvement and education when appropriate. Sometimes that looks like family sessions. Sometimes it’s education and boundary support. Sometimes it’s helping loved ones understand what dual diagnosis treatment actually is.

We approach family care with compassion and honesty, never blame.

Dual Diagnosis Treatment for the North Shore Lifestyle

Life in Northbrook can be busy, high-pressure, and non-stop. Between commuting, family responsibilities, and the expectations that come with living near places like Glenview, Highland Park, Skokie, or Evanston, it’s easy to feel like you’re always “on.”

But healing requires space.

With this in mind, our Northbrook location makes it easier to get behavioral health treatment close to home, without adding stress to your schedule. We serve clients across the surrounding suburbs who want real clinical help and real human support.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does dual diagnosis treatment cost?

Cost depends on the level of care and the length of treatment.
We’ll talk through options and verify your insurance benefits during your confidential consultation.

Do you accept insurance?

Yes. We work with most major insurance providers and can help maximize your benefits, even if we are out-of-network.

How long does dual diagnosis treatment take?

It depends on your needs, but many clients stay in care for several weeks to a few months. We also offer aftercare planning to support long-term stability.

Can I keep working while in treatment?

Absolutely. Our outpatient and IOP programs are designed so clients can maintain work, school, and family responsibilities while still receiving meaningful support.

What mental health conditions do you treat in dual diagnosis rehab?

We commonly treat anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and other behavioral health challenges alongside substance use recovery.

Your Next Step Doesn’t Have to Be Perfect, It Just Has to Be Real
When you’re living with both addiction and mental health symptoms, it can feel like you’re fighting on two fronts all the time.
That’s why our dual diagnosis treatment at Rotary Recovery is built to support the full picture, not just one part of it.

We combine evidence-based therapy, structured outpatient care, and personalized planning to help you
stabilize, rebuild confidence, and create real momentum. Whether you’re coming from a relapse, hitting a breaking
point, or just tired of carrying it alone, we’ll meet you with respect and a clear path forward. If you’re ready to
explore co-occurring disorders treatment in Northbrook, we’re here when you’re ready.
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