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Depression & Addiction · Beverly Hills, CA

Depression & Addiction Treatment in Beverly Hills.

Depression and substance use disorder often arrive together. Integrated psychiatric and addiction care addresses both — so recovery includes feeling better, not just staying sober.

  • Licensed psychiatrist on staff
  • Integrated psychiatric care
  • Evidence-based therapy
  • Most PPO insurance accepted

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Duration

30–90 days

Level of care

Dual diagnosis

Who it's for

Depression + substance use disorder

Setting

Private Beverly Hills manor

Overview

What is depression & addiction treatment?

Depression and addiction commonly occur together — sometimes substance use develops as a way to numb depressive symptoms, and sometimes prolonged substance use leads to depression. Either way, treating both conditions together produces better, longer-lasting outcomes than treating addiction alone.

Psychiatric evaluation

A licensed psychiatrist assesses the severity and type of depression alongside your substance use history.

Evidence-based therapy

CBT and behavioral activation address the thought patterns and inactivity that depression and addiction both reinforce.

Medication management

Antidepressant medications are prescribed and monitored when clinically appropriate, alongside your addiction treatment.

Peer connection

Group therapy combats the isolation that often deepens both depression and substance use.

Who this program is for

This program is for anyone experiencing persistent low mood, loss of interest, or hopelessness alongside substance use — whether depression developed before, during, or after addiction took hold. It's also appropriate for those who haven't been formally diagnosed but recognize the symptoms.

Recognizing the overlap

How depression and addiction reinforce each other.

Each condition can deepen the other, creating a cycle that's difficult to interrupt without integrated treatment.

Signs of Depression

Persistent low mood

Loss of interest in activities

Fatigue and low energy

Feelings of hopelessness

How It Connects to Substance Use

Substances used to numb low mood

Withdrawal deepens depressive symptoms

Isolation increases

Motivation to seek help decreases

The process

What to expect.

Recovery here means treating the depression, not just removing the substance.

1

Psychiatric & substance assessment

Your psychiatrist evaluates the type and severity of depression, including any risk factors, alongside your substance use history.

2

Individual therapy

CBT and behavioral activation help rebuild motivation and challenge the negative thought patterns depression reinforces.

3

Medication evaluation

When appropriate, antidepressant medication is introduced and monitored for effectiveness alongside therapy.

4

Structured daily engagement

Group therapy, light activity, and routine counter the isolation and inactivity that depression and addiction both feed on.

Why integration matters

Sobriety alone doesn't resolve depression.

Removing the substance is necessary, but if depression goes untreated, the same hopelessness that contributed to substance use in the first place remains — and relapse risk stays elevated.

~30%

Of people with depression also have a substance use disorder

Depression and addiction are among the most commonly co-occurring conditions, according to national mental health data.

Higher

Relapse risk when depression is untreated

Unaddressed depressive symptoms are a leading cause of relapse in early recovery.

Weeks

Before antidepressant medication takes full effect

Early, consistent psychiatric care is essential, since many medications take time to show benefit.

Sobriety without psychiatric care

Underlying hopelessness and low mood persist
Motivation to stay engaged in recovery drops
Isolation continues unaddressed
Risk of self-medicating depression resurfaces
No psychiatric monitoring for worsening symptoms
Higher relapse rates in early recovery

Integrated depression care at Faith Recovery

Psychiatric evaluation identifies severity and risk factors
Medication management when clinically appropriate
Behavioral activation rebuilds motivation and routine
Group therapy directly counters isolation
Addiction and depression treated by the same team
Discharge plan includes ongoing psychiatric follow-up

Living with depression and substance use at the same time?

You don't have to face either one alone. Call for a free, confidential assessment.

Call now — (844) 598-5573

The experience

I didn't realize how much the depression was driving my drinking until someone finally treated both at once. Some days were still hard — but for the first time, I had real tools and a team that noticed when I was struggling.

Faith Recovery Center · Beverly Hills

Morning

Gentle structure to start the day — movement, light, and a manageable routine

Midday

Individual therapy focused on behavioral activation and thought patterns

Afternoon

Group connection — combating isolation through shared experience

Evening

Psychiatric check-in as needed — medication review and mood tracking

Cost & insurance

Most PPO plans cover this.

Mental health and dual-diagnosis treatment is an essential health benefit under federal law. We verify your PPO coverage before admission — free and confidential.

BlueCross BlueShield
Optum
United Healthcare
Highmark
Carelon
Anthem
Aetna
Meritain Health
Cigna

Don't see your provider?

We work with many more insurers — call us to check your specific plan.

01

Federally protected

The ACA requires most PPO plans to cover substance use disorder treatment at parity with other medical benefits.

02

Verified before you arrive

We contact your insurer directly and confirm your exact benefits — before you make any commitment.

03

Self-pay options available

If insurance doesn't cover your stay, we offer private-pay rates and can discuss options with our admissions team.

Benefits vary by plan. Verification is not a guarantee of payment.

What comes next

Your treatment pathway.

Treating the addiction alone rarely works if the underlying mental health condition goes unaddressed. Your continuing care plan accounts for both.

Not sure which level of care is right for you?

Our admissions team will assess your needs and recommend the right path — at no cost, no obligation.

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FAQ

Common questions.

Still have questions? Our admissions team is available 24 hours a day — no pressure, no judgment.

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01

Does depression cause addiction, or does addiction cause depression?

It can go either direction. Substance use can be a way of self-medicating existing depression, and prolonged substance use can also cause or worsen depressive symptoms. Treatment focuses on what's true for you now.

02

Will I be prescribed antidepressants?

When clinically appropriate, yes. Our psychiatrist evaluates whether medication would help and monitors its effectiveness alongside your therapy and addiction treatment.

03

How long does it take for depression treatment to work?

Therapy benefits can begin within weeks, while antidepressant medications, if prescribed, often take several weeks to reach full effect. Your psychiatrist will guide you through this timeline.

04

Is depression treatment covered by insurance?

Yes — mental health treatment is an essential health benefit under federal law. We verify your specific PPO benefits before admission, at no cost.

05

What if I'm having thoughts of self-harm?

Please call us immediately or contact 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) if you are in crisis. Our clinical team conducts a thorough safety assessment during intake and adjusts your level of care accordingly.

06

What happens after depression treatment ends?

Your discharge plan includes ongoing therapy and, if applicable, psychiatric medication management, so your mental health continues to be supported after you leave residential care.

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