Anxiety Disorders

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health conditions. When it happens alongside substance use, it can make recovery feel even more difficult. At MLB Recovery, we understand how closely anxiety and addiction are connected. That’s why we treat both at the same time, using proven methods that support your full well-being. Our outpatient addiction treatment center in New Jersey offers personalized care for people dealing with substance abuse and anxiety. We specialize in dual diagnosis treatment, which means we help you manage both mental health and addiction challenges with compassion and support.

Understanding the Link Between Anxiety and Addiction

Many people turn to drugs or alcohol as a way to manage anxiety. The racing thoughts, constant worry, and overwhelming sense of fear can feel impossible to control. And substances may seem like a quick way to calm the storm.

In the moment, they might dull the anxiety or help you feel temporarily “normal.” But that relief doesn’t last. Over time, substances can actually make anxiety worse. This leads to increased dependence. This creates a cycle that’s hard to break.

At MLB Recovery, we specialize in helping people break that cycle. Through our dual diagnosis treatment, we address secondary mental health disorders and substance use at the same time. Our goal is to help you heal on both levels.

Our Approach to Dual Diagnosis Treatment

Anxiety and addiction often affect each other. Treating one without the other can leave you feeling stuck. We offer compassionate, integrated care for substance use challenges coupled with mental health challenges.

Our team helps you identify the roots of your anxiety, understand your relationship with substances, and build healthy coping tools that work in your everyday life.

To further personalize care, we may also use GeneSight testing. This is a simple genetic test that helps determine which psychiatric medications may work best for your unique genetic makeup. This allows us to make more informed treatment decisions and improve your overall outcomes.

What We Treat:

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Social Anxiety Disorder
Panic Disorder
PTSD and trauma-related anxiety
And More

Whether you’re facing overwhelming worry, panic attacks, or trauma-related stress, you don’t have to manage it alone. At MLB Recovery, we meet you where you are.

Levels of Care That Fit Your Life

Our outpatient addiction treatment in New Jersey is designed with flexibility in mind. We offer structure and support while you continue to live at home or in a sober living environment.

We offer three levels of care, so your treatment can evolve as your needs change:

Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)

Our Partial Hospitalization Program offers the highest level of outpatient care. This structured daytime program is ideal for individuals who need significant clinical support but do not need to be in an inpatient setting. PHP typically includes several hours of therapy and treatment services multiple days a week. It can be a vital step for those who are newly sober, transitioning from residential care, or experiencing a return of symptoms that require focused attention.

Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)

The Intensive Outpatient Program is a flexible option that allows you to continue your recovery while maintaining your daily responsibilities. IOP is well-suited for individuals who need continued support but are clinically stable enough to manage work, school, or family obligations. IOP builds upon a strong foundation of care. This is done through individual counseling, group therapy, and skill-building sessions. It’s a supportive way to stay engaged in recovery without stepping away from your life.

Outpatient Program (OP)

Our Outpatient Program is designed for those further along in their recovery journey and who have completed other levels of care, but would benefit from ongoing therapy and check-ins. This level of care is typically less frequent than IOP but still provides essential support as you continue to build on the progress you’ve made. OP may involve weekly or bi-weekly individual and group sessions focused on relapse prevention, emotional regulation, life skills, and mental health management.

Ready to Take the First Step to Addiction Recovery?

If you or someone you love faces both anxiety and substance use, MLB Recovery is here to help. We provide compassionate, personalized outpatient addiction treatment in New Jersey. Contact us today.