Mental Health & Substance Use Treatment: It’s Not Either/Or. It’s Both/And.
Ages Teens (13-18), Young Adults (18-23), Adults (23+)For teens, young adults, and adults who are navigating mental health challenges and substance use, we provide evidence-based, compassionate, integrated care for both. Our treatment model is built for those whose mental health symptoms are complicated by substance use, and who need support in both areas. Whether you’re experiencing anxiety and using substances to cope, struggling with depression alongside alcohol or drug use, or seeking to reduce or abstain, our program is designed to treat the whole person, mind and body together.
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Addressing Mental Health & Substance Use Together
For too long, mental health and substance use have been treated as separate issues. But the research is clear: they are deeply connected, and people need care that addresses both, without forcing them to choose one or the other.
This is why our Mental Health & Substance Use Program provides integrated, specialized, evidence-based treatment that supports teens, young adults, and adults in achieving long-term well-being. This program is offered in-person and virtually across all levels of care at Compass Health Center, including Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP). Our program helps individuals build the skills they need to manage their mental health and pursue their treatment goals in a safe, supportive environment.
Not Sure If This Program Is Right for You?
You’re not alone. Many people come to us feeling uncertain, unsure if what they’re going through is “serious enough” or if they’re ready for treatment.
Here’s the truth: If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like things are getting worse—not better— we’re here to help.
Let’s take the first step together.
Who We Help: Specialized Care by Age Group
Our Mental Health & Substance Use Program supports teens, young adults, and adults through age-specific treatment tailored to their unique needs and stage of life.
Adolescent Programs (13–18)
- Developmentally appropriate care for mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, as well as substance use, including alcohol, vaping, and marijuana.
- Support for family dynamics, peer relationships, and school functioning to create stability across environments.
- Individual, group, and family therapy that builds coping skills, resilience, and motivation for lasting change.
Young Adult Programs (18–23)
- Treatment that addresses identity development, independence, and co-occurring mental health issues and substance use.
- Flexible, transition-focused programming to support school, work, and relationships.
- Emphasis on relapse prevention, peer support, and life skills.
Adult Programs (23+)
- Integrated care for complex mental health and substance use challenges.
- Focus on long-term well-being, relapse prevention, and daily functioning.
- Flexible scheduling for working professionals, caregivers, and other responsibilities.
Our Specialized Approach: It’s All Connected, So We Treat It That Way
Many individuals use substances as a way to manage underlying emotional pain and mental health challenges. Our Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Programs are designed to go beyond surface-level symptom management to uncover and treat the fundamental causes.
- Immediate Access – Mental health assessments within 24 hours, with program entry as soon as the next day.
- Integrated Care Model – Concurrent treatment for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
- Psychiatric Evaluations – Comprehensive evaluation within 24–48 hours of starting the program.
- Dedicated Psychiatric Support – A psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner follows each participant throughout treatment and manages medication when appropriate.
- 24/7 Psychiatric Access – On-call prescribers available around the clock for urgent needs outside program hours.
- Personalized Treatment Plans – Tailored care plans built around each participant’s goals for sustainable progress.
- Multidisciplinary Team – Includes psychiatrists, licensed clinicians, nurses, and Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselors (CADCs).
- Evidence-Based Therapies – Gold-standard clinical approaches rooted in research and best practices.
- Group Therapy – Daily, structured sessions that foster connection, insight, and skill-building.
- Individual Therapy – One-on-one sessions with master’s- and doctorate-level clinicians specializing in mental health and substance use treatment.
- Family Therapy – Weekly sessions to strengthen communication and support healing across the family system.
- Creative and Experiential Therapies – Engaging modalities like art, movement, and yoga to support emotional expression and regulation.
- Virtual and In-Person Options – Flexible formats to meet individuals, teens, and families where they are.
Mental Health Symptoms Drop Significantly with Care
Individuals in Compass Health Center’s Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU) program begin treatment with moderate to severe anxiety and/or depression. Within the first two weeks, 92% of individuals report a dramatic reduction in depressive symptoms. By the time they complete the program, most report a 40% to 60% reduction in symptoms. These outcomes are more than just numbers. They reflect real, life-changing progress.
Depression. Anxiety. PTSD. OCD. Substance use. These challenges don’t exist in isolation, and treatment shouldn’t either. Our integrated care model helps you heal the whole picture, without having to choose which part of yourself to treat first.
Feeling stuck? You don’t have to stay there. Take the first step.
Gold Standard, Evidence-Based Treatment Modalities
We work closely with each individual to understand their goals, whether that means reduction or abstinence, and tailor treatment accordingly. Our clinical team uses evidence-based therapeutic approaches that support each person’s unique needs and experiences, including:
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Harm Reduction
- Relapse Prevention Strategies
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) when clinical appropriate
Get the Care You Need Today
You don’t have to choose between treating your mental health or substance use. We treat both—because they’re connected and because real, long-term well-being depends on it. Call us at 877-552-6672 to schedule an assessment within 24 hours.
Mental Health & Substance Use Treatment: It’s Not Either/Or. It’s Both/And.
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Our Success Stories
Compass saved my life! I came into Compass with suicidal ideations and no hope. After a couple of weeks of being in the program, I did not have those thoughts anymore. Compass helped me change my mindset, from a negative pattern of thoughts to a more positive and optimistic frame of mind.
Patient
My child is leaving Compass more equipped to handle her emotions, her anxiety, her depression, and the things that all trigger these. She is willing to use the skills, which is a huge change, and this is all due to how well Compass worked for her.
Parent of Child Patient
I liked how in Compass, everyone was respectful of my opinions, pronouns, and preferred name. There was no judging, and you can open up to people. I also like how I can relate to other kids. I also really appreciate learning new skills.
Patient
Compass is a godsend. An amazing program for children who are struggling and families who are seeking help and guidance. I could not imagine that she would be so much better in less than 2 months. I wish we could have found Compass without going to the ER. Thanks for all you do!
The evening IOP program challenged me in a supportive and respectful way to help change my way of thinking. Compass provided me with the tools to help deal with life situations in a healthy way.
