| Dual diagnosis centers are treatment programs, | | | | The treatment team must necessarily be |
| wherein patients who suffer from substance | | | | comprised of the most highly trained and |
| abuse, as well as psychiatric issues, which often | | | | experienced dual diagnosis treatment |
| are associated with chemical addiction, are | | | | professionals, including but not limited to a directing |
| treated. | | | | psychiatrist (MD), a licensed psychologist (PsyD), a |
| There are very few legitimate dual diagnosis | | | | clinical team of experienced treatment providers |
| centers in the U.S. (I.e. centers who have the | | | | with Masters and PhD level education, as well as |
| treatment team, treatment curriculum, treatment | | | | complimentary therapy treatment providers, |
| services, and environment to treat dual diagnosis). | | | | which may include acupuncturists, dietitians, |
| Dual Diagnosis Centers - Treatment Team | | | | spiritual therapists, masseuses, and others. |