Integrated Support for Mental Health and Substance Use Recovery

Living with a co-occurring disorder—where mental health challenges and substance use issues intersect—can feel like trying to untangle two complex and interconnected threads. Recovery isn’t just about managing one issue; it’s about understanding how both conditions impact each other and learning how to sustain wellness across the full spectrum of your experience.

At Silver Lining, our Relapse Prevention for Co-Occurring Disorders Group is designed specifically for individuals navigating the dual challenges of substance use and mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, or bipolar disorder. We provide a structured, supportive space to build lasting recovery skills, strengthen emotional regulation, and connect with others who understand the unique path of dual diagnosis recovery.

You don’t have to manage it all alone. We’re here to help you stay grounded, connected, and empowered.

What Are Co-Occurring Disorders?

Co-occurring disorders—also known as dual diagnoses—refer to the presence of both a substance use disorder and one or more mental health conditions. These conditions often interact in complex ways:

• Mental health symptoms can increase vulnerability to substance use.

• Substance use may temporarily mask or intensify mental health symptoms.

• Recovery from one without addressing the other can leave clients feeling stuck or prone to relapse.

Common co-occurring combinations include:

• Depression and alcohol or cannabis use disorder

• Anxiety and sedative use disorder

• PTSD and opioid or alcohol use disorder

Our group approach helps participants gain tools to manage both their mental health symptoms and substance use patterns, all in one integrated setting.

We use an Evidence-Based, Trauma-Informed Approach

Our group facilitators integrate evidence-based modalities known to support co-occurring recovery, including:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Understand the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Build skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness.

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Learn how to stay grounded in your values while managing difficult emotions or urges.

• Motivational Interviewing (MI): Strengthen your internal motivation for recovery, especially when ambivalence arises.

• Trauma-Informed Care: Explore your recovery with compassion, safety, and choice—especially if your mental health or substance use is trauma-related.

Group Format and Structure

Group Size: 6–8 participants Duration: 90 minutes 

Frequency: Weekly, and a 12-week commitment is required. 

This in-person group is on Tuesday's from 6pm-7:30pm.  

Confidentiality, respect, and a nonjudgmental atmosphere are at the heart of how we work together.

What to Expect When You Join

1. Initial Consultation: You’ll start with a brief phone or in-person consultation to ensure the group is a good clinical fit and to answer any questions you may have.

2. Customized Fit: Based on your unique needs and goals, we’ll recommend the best group cohort for you. If appropriate, we’ll also coordinate care with your individual therapist, psychiatrist, or support team.

3. Safe Space: All members commit to upholding group confidentiality and mutual respect, creating a secure space for healing and connection.

4. Supportive Community: You’ll be joining others who share your goals of recovery, mental wellness, and transformation. Over time, many participants report that the group becomes one of their most trusted sources of support.

Is This Group Covered by Insurance?

At Silver Lining, we are out of network with all insurance providers.  We can provide a superbill to you that you can submit to your insurance carrier for reimbursement.  

The cost for the group is $350 per 4 weeks of group, paid in advance.  There is a 12-week commitment required.

Take the Next Step

If you’re living with a co-occurring disorder, you deserve support that sees the whole you—not just your symptoms. Our Relapse Prevention Group can offer the structure, guidance, and community you need to maintain your recovery and move toward a more balanced, empowered life.

To get started with this group, please click on the "Start Today" button below and complete the google form.  We will be in touch with you shortly to schedule a group screening call.  We look forward to talking with you!