Tag: Co-occurring Disorders

Understanding Washington State’s Opioid Crisis: Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025

Understanding Washington State’s Opioid Crisis: Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025

The opioid crisis continues to have a profound effect on Washington State, touching the lives of individuals, families, and entire communities. At Freesia Therapy Collective, we are dedicated to raising awareness and fostering recovery for those dealing with addiction and [...]

Harm Reduction and Polysubstance Use Disorders: A Trauma-Informed Approach in Counseling

Harm Reduction and Polysubstance Use Disorders: A Trauma-Informed Approach in Counseling

Polysubstance use disorders, involving the misuse of multiple substances, present unique challenges during both assessment and treatment. Traditional abstinence-based approaches may not always be the right fit for individuals struggling with polysubstance use. Harm reduction, an evidence-based approach (SAMHSA, 2024), [...]

SAMHSA: The Case for Screening and Treatment of Co-Occurring Disorders

SAMHSA: The Case for Screening and Treatment of Co-Occurring Disorders

Many adults have a mental illness and a substance use disorder (co-occurring disorder). Integrated care is recommended.
The presence of two or more disorders can complicate diagnosis and treatment. Integrating both screening and treatment for mental and substance use disorders [...]

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