Dual Diagnosis Treatment

Integrated mental health and addiction treatment for individuals struggling with co-occurring disorders — serving Thornton, Denver, and surrounding communities.

Evidence based support that addresses both sides of your journey.

What is Dual Diagnosis?


Dual diagnosis—also known as co-occurring disorders—refers to the presence of both a mental health condition and a substance use disorder at the same time. These conditions often interact, making recovery more complex without integrated treatment.

Many individuals turn to substances as a way to cope with untreated mental health symptoms. Without addressing both conditions together, lasting recovery becomes far more difficult.

At TRUE Counseling, we specialize in treating co-occurring disorders through coordinated mental health and addiction services under one clinical team.

Depression and substance use
Anxiety disorders and addiction
PTSD and trauma-related substance use
Bipolar disorder and addiction
Mood disorders with alcohol or drug dependence

Why Integrated Dual Diagnosis Treatment Works

Treating mental health and substance use separately often leads to relapse, frustration, and incomplete healing. Dual diagnosis treatment integrates both aspects of care into one cohesive treatment plan.

Our approach helps clients:

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Understand how mental health symptoms influence substance use
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Develop healthier coping strategies for lasting change
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Stabilize mood and promote emotional regulation
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Reduce relapse risk through mental health stabilization
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Build sustainable recovery skills for future growth

Treatable Conditions

Depression
Anxiety disorders
PTSD and trauma-related disorders
Bipolar disorder
Mood disorders
Alcohol use disorder
Opioid use disorder
Stimulant and prescription drug misuse

These represent only a few of the conditions we treat. Each treatment plan is individualized and adjusted as clients progress.

Dual Diagnosis Treatment at TRUE Counseling

TRUE Counseling provides outpatient dual diagnosis treatment for adults throughout Thornton, North Denver, and surrounding communities. Our program is designed to meet clients where they are while offering structured, clinically driven support.

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Comprehensive assessments
Full mental health and substance use evaluations to guide treatment.
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Individual therapy
One-on-one sessions with licensed clinicians.
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Group therapy
Recovery-focused groups supporting emotional regulation.
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Trauma-informed care
Evidence-based approaches grounded in safety and trust.
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Personalized treatment plans
Care plans tailored to each individual’s needs.
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Continuum of care coordination
Seamless support across PHP and IOP levels when needed.

Our clinicians collaborate closely to ensure every aspect of recovery is addressed together.