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Cherokee Health Systems is a dual diagnosis treatment center located at 255 East Watt Street in the 37701 zip code in Alcoa, TN. It is operated by a private non-profit organization. Cherokee Health Systems provides prescribes suboxone, buprenorphine maintenance and administers naltrexone. Some of the treatment approaches used by Cherokee Health Systems include counseling for substance abuse, motivational incentives and motivational interviewing. Cherokee Health Systems provides regular outpatient treatment and outpatient rehab. It also provides inpatient treatment for drug/alcohol addiction and mental health diagnosis and residential treatment for substance use.
Address: 255 East Watt Street, Alcoa, TN 37701
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Phone #: 865-273-1616
Call (888) 303-2026 to get 24/7 help with treatment.
Dual diagnosis treatment is a specialized approach to helping individuals who are dealing with both substance abuse issues and mental health disorders simultaneously. It recognizes the interconnected nature of these challenges and aims to address them comprehensively.
People with dual diagnosis face a unique set of hurdles as their mental health issues and substance use often reinforce each other, creating a cycle that can be difficult to break. For instance, someone with depression might turn to drugs or alcohol as a way to cope with their emotions, and the substance use can, in turn, exacerbate their mental health symptoms. This complex interaction requires a tailored treatment approach.
The primary goal of dual diagnosis treatment is to provide integrated care that addresses both the substance use disorder and the mental health condition concurrently. This involves a team of professionals, such as psychiatrists, psychologists, addiction specialists, and counselors, working collaboratively to develop a comprehensive treatment plan.
The treatment plan may include various therapeutic modalities, medication management, and support services. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing are commonly used therapeutic approaches. Medications may be prescribed to manage psychiatric symptoms and support the individual's recovery from substance use.