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Dual Diagnosis Treatment in Nashville, TN
When Addiction and Mental Health Overlap, Our Nashville Location Has a Place for You to Heal
When addiction and mental health collide, life can feel chaotic, overwhelming, and unpredictable. At Southeast Addiction Center Tennessee, we know you’re not just battling a substance — you’re carrying the weight of emotions, thoughts, trauma, and stress that often come with it.
Our Nashville dual-diagnosis program treats addiction and mental health together, so healing finally feels possible — and sustainable.
Compassionate Nashville Care for Complex Struggles
Addiction rarely exists alone. Many people across Middle Tennessee turn to drugs or alcohol to cope with anxiety, depression, PTSD, stress, or emotional pain. When both conditions exist together, treating just one isn’t enough.
You deserve a program designed for the whole you — not just one part.
What Dual-Diagnosis Really Means for Nashville Clients
Dual-diagnosis (also called co-occurring disorders) means you’re facing a substance use disorder and a mental health condition at the same time.
Common examples include:
- Alcohol addiction + anxiety
- Opioid or fentanyl addiction + PTSD
- Meth or stimulant use + bipolar disorder
- Benzodiazepine dependence + panic disorder
- Cannabis misuse + depression or motivation issues
Why dual-diagnosis matters:
Treating only the addiction — or only the mental health issue — often leads to:
- Repeated relapse
- Emotional instability
- Difficulty maintaining progress
- A lack of long-term recovery
Our Nashville program treats both conditions together, ensuring your healing is connected, supported, and built to last.
How We Treat Dual-Diagnosis in Nashville
Our dual-diagnosis approach is designed for individuals balancing recovery, mental health symptoms, work, family, school, and the realities of everyday life.
Trauma-Informed Care
We understand the deep connection between trauma and addiction. Every clinician is trained in trauma-sensitive practices that emphasize safety and empowerment.
Personalized Treatment Plans
Your symptoms, history, goals, and daily responsibilities guide your plan — not a one-size-fits-all model.
Combined Therapy + Medical Support
Your treatment may include:
- Individual therapy
- Group therapy
- Family counseling
- Trauma therapy
- MAT (Suboxone, naltrexone, etc.) when appropriate
- Emotional regulation + coping skill development
Flexible Outpatient Scheduling
Perfect for:
- Working professionals
- Parents
- College students
- Clients needing evening options
Located in Berry Hill, Nashville
Just minutes from:
- Downtown Nashville
- Brentwood
- Franklin
- Hendersonville
- Mt. Juliet
Free parking + easy access from I-65, I-40, and 8th Ave.
A Day Inside Our Nashville dual-diagnosis Program
Competitors don’t show what treatment feels like — but you should.
Morning
You arrive at our warm Nashville center, check in with your therapist, and begin with grounding or mindfulness to calm your mind.
Mid-Day
You meet with your clinician to explore:
- Substance use patterns
- Mental health symptoms
- Underlying triggers
- Coping tools
- Emotional habits that keep you stuck
Afternoon
Group therapy brings connection, support, and accountability. Topics include:
- Relapse prevention
- Emotion regulation
- Communication and relationship skills
- Rebuilding daily structure
Optional Medical or MAT Check-Ins
For clients using Suboxone, naltrexone, or other MAT support, medical staff are available onsite.
Evening Options
Perfect for working adults who need flexible, discreet scheduling.
Conditions We Treat (Mental Health + Addiction)
Mental Health Conditions
- Anxiety & panic disorders
- Depression & mood disorders
- PTSD & trauma
- ADHD
- Bipolar disorder
- Stress disorders
- Sleep-related disturbances
Substance Use Disorders
- Alcohol
- Opioids & fentanyl
- Methamphetamine & stimulants
- Cocaine
- Benzodiazepines & sedatives
- Kratom & emerging substances
- Marijuana / high-THC cannabis
When both categories overlap, we create a plan that supports every layer of your experience — not just the symptoms on the surface.
Levels of Care at Our Nashville Location
PHP — Partial Hospitalization Program
Our highest level of outpatient structure, PHP provides several hours of therapy, skill-building, and clinical support each day. It’s ideal for clients who need intensive stabilization without entering a residential facility. PHP helps you regain control of your symptoms, establish routine, and build momentum in a safe, supportive setting.
IOP — Intensive Outpatient Program
IOP offers a strong therapeutic foundation with the flexibility needed for work, school, or family life. Clients participate in group therapy, individual counseling, and mental health support during daytime or evening sessions. This level of care blends accountability with real-world independence.
OP — Standard Outpatient
OP is perfect for step-down care after PHP or IOP, or for individuals who need consistent therapy and support without the structure of more intensive levels. Outpatient treatment helps you strengthen coping skills, maintain progress, and receive ongoing clinical guidance as you transition back into daily life.
MAT — Medication-Assisted Treatment
For clients experiencing opioid or alcohol dependence, our Nashville team provides MAT using evidence-based medications such as Suboxone or naltrexone. MAT is combined with therapy to reduce cravings, stabilize mood, and support long-term recovery safely and effectively.
Sober Living Coordination
Recovery doesn’t end when treatment hours do. We connect clients with trusted, reputable sober living homes across Nashville, offering additional structure, accountability, and community support. This step can be especially valuable for those rebuilding stability or returning to independent living after treatment.
Why Nashville Chooses Southeast Addiction Center
Clients across Middle Tennessee trust our dual-diagnosis treatment because we offer:
- 24/7 admissions + same-day assessments
- Berry Hill location, minutes from downtown
- Free parking + transit-friendly access
- Evening appointments for busy schedules
- Clinicians specialized in addiction and mental health
- Most major Tennessee insurance plans accepted
- A program that treats you as a whole person — not a diagnosis
Specialty Tracks (Unique to Our Nashville Program)
These tracks give you an advantage over local competitors:
Trauma Recovery Track
Many people coping with addiction also carry unresolved trauma from childhood, relationships, or past experiences. This track is built for clients who need space, structure, and skilled therapeutic support to process PTSD, emotional wounds, and long-term distress. Through trauma-informed therapy and grounding techniques, we help you create safety in your body and rebuild trust in yourself and others.
Working Professional Track
Designed for individuals managing demanding careers, this track supports clients balancing recovery with workplace pressure, burnout, performance expectations, and confidentiality concerns. Evening groups and flexible scheduling allow you to receive therapy without sacrificing your job or privacy. This is ideal for healthcare workers, teachers, musicians, executives, entrepreneurs, and anyone navigating Nashville’s fast-paced professional culture.
Relapse Response Track
Relapse doesn’t mean failure — it means you need a different approach. This track is specifically tailored for clients returning to treatment after a setback. We focus on rebuilding insight, strengthening coping strategies, identifying triggers, and creating a more realistic plan for long-term success. It’s compassionate, nonjudgmental, and built to restore confidence.
Anxiety & Depression Track
Many clients use substances to numb stress, quiet intrusive thoughts, or get temporary relief from anxiety or depression. This track integrates evidence-based therapy for emotional regulation, mood stabilization, and stress reduction while simultaneously addressing substance use. It’s ideal for anyone whose mental health symptoms fuel addictive patterns.
Co-Occurring PTSD + Addiction Track
For clients whose substance use is deeply connected to traumatic experiences, this track blends trauma therapy with addiction treatment in a coordinated, supportive way. By addressing both conditions together, we reduce emotional overwhelm, strengthen resilience, and create a foundation for safer, more sustainable recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions (Nashville)
Yes — dual-diagnosis is our specialty. We treat both together for lasting recovery.
Absolutely. We offer flexible evening groups.
Most Tennessee insurance plans do. We can verify in minutes.
Yes — for opioid and alcohol addiction, paired with counseling.
Many clients begin same day or next day after their assessment.
Begin Your Healing Today — Nashville’s dual-diagnosis Specialists Are Here
You don’t need to have everything figured out. You just need one next step.
Our Nashville team will meet you exactly where you are — and help you find where you want to go.
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- Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
- Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
- Medical Detox
- Sober Living
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