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Anxiety & Addiction · Beverly Hills, CA

Anxiety & Addiction Treatment in Beverly Hills.

Anxiety and substance use disorder frequently feed each other. Our integrated treatment addresses both, so calm doesn't have to come from a substance.

  • Licensed psychiatrist on staff
  • CBT & DBT for anxiety
  • Integrated with addiction care
  • Most PPO insurance accepted

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Duration

30–90 days

Level of care

Dual diagnosis

Who it's for

Anxiety + substance use disorder

Setting

Private Beverly Hills manor

Overview

What is anxiety & addiction treatment?

Anxiety disorders — including generalized anxiety, panic disorder, and social anxiety — are among the most common conditions co-occurring with addiction. Many people use alcohol or drugs to self-medicate anxiety symptoms, which over time worsens both conditions. Treating them together addresses the root cause, not just the substance use.

Psychiatric evaluation

A licensed psychiatrist assesses your specific anxiety presentation — GAD, panic, social anxiety, or another type.

CBT for anxiety

Cognitive behavioral therapy directly targets the thought patterns that fuel anxiety and the urge to self-medicate.

Coping skills training

Breathing techniques, grounding exercises, and distress tolerance skills replace substance use as a coping mechanism.

Non-habit-forming medication options

When appropriate, non-addictive anti-anxiety medications are used in place of benzodiazepines.

Who this program is for

This program is for anyone using alcohol or drugs to manage anxiety, panic attacks, or chronic worry — or whose substance use has triggered or worsened anxiety symptoms. It's appropriate whether or not you've been formally diagnosed with an anxiety disorder before.

Recognizing the overlap

How anxiety and addiction reinforce each other.

Understanding the cycle is the first step to breaking it.

Signs of Anxiety

Persistent worry or dread

Racing heart, sweating, trembling

Avoidance of social situations

Difficulty sleeping

How It Connects to Substance Use

Alcohol as a social lubricant

Sedatives for racing thoughts

Tolerance builds quickly

Withdrawal worsens anxiety

The process

What to expect.

Anxiety treatment here means learning to feel calm without a substance — not just suppressing symptoms.

1

Anxiety & substance assessment

Your psychiatrist evaluates your anxiety symptoms alongside your substance use history to understand how the two interact.

2

Individual therapy

CBT and exposure-based techniques help you face anxiety triggers without turning to substances.

3

Skills-based groups

Group sessions teach grounding, breathing, and distress tolerance skills you can use in real moments of anxiety.

4

Medication review

If medication is appropriate, your psychiatrist prioritizes non-habit-forming options and monitors their effectiveness.

Why self-medicating backfires

Self-medicating anxiety makes it worse over time.

Alcohol and sedatives provide short-term relief but disrupt the brain chemistry that regulates anxiety long-term — creating a cycle that's hard to break alone.

~20%

Of people with an anxiety disorder also have a substance use disorder

Anxiety and addiction frequently co-occur, often because substances are used to manage symptoms.

Rebound

Anxiety often worsens after substance use wears off

Alcohol and sedatives create a rebound effect, intensifying anxiety hours or days later.

Both

Conditions treated in one coordinated plan

Your psychiatrist and therapist work together rather than treating anxiety and addiction separately.

Managing anxiety with substances

Temporary relief followed by rebound anxiety
Growing tolerance requires more to feel calm
Underlying anxiety triggers never addressed
Withdrawal symptoms mimic and worsen anxiety
Risk of dependence on alcohol or sedatives
Cycle repeats and intensifies over time

Integrated anxiety treatment at Faith Recovery

Psychiatric evaluation identifies your specific anxiety type
CBT addresses the thought patterns driving anxiety
Practical coping skills replace substance use
Non-habit-forming medication options when appropriate
Addiction and anxiety treated by the same team
Long-term relapse prevention built around real triggers

Using alcohol or drugs to manage anxiety?

There's a way to feel calm that doesn't carry the same risks. Call for a free, confidential assessment.

Call now — (844) 598-5573

The experience

I used to need a drink before any social event. Here, I learned to actually sit with the anxiety instead of drowning it out — and it got quieter every week.

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Morning

Mindfulness and grounding practice to start the day without dread

Midday

Individual CBT session working through specific anxiety triggers

Afternoon

Group skills training — breathing techniques and distress tolerance

Evening

Wind-down routine designed to support sleep without medication dependence

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

Can anxiety cause addiction?

Anxiety itself doesn't cause addiction, but many people use alcohol or drugs to self-medicate anxiety symptoms, which can lead to dependence over time. Treating the underlying anxiety reduces the urge to self-medicate.

02

Will I be prescribed benzodiazepines for anxiety?

We prioritize non-habit-forming medications and therapy-based approaches for anxiety, especially given the addictive potential of benzodiazepines. Your psychiatrist will discuss the safest options for your situation.

03

How is anxiety treated alongside addiction?

Through integrated care — a licensed psychiatrist and your addiction treatment team work together, combining therapy, coping skills, and medication management when appropriate.

04

Is anxiety 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 therapy works best for anxiety?

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is the most evidence-supported approach for anxiety disorders. We combine it with practical coping skills and, when needed, psychiatric medication management.

06

What if my anxiety started before my substance use?

That's common and important context for your treatment plan. Whether anxiety came first or substance use came first, our integrated approach addresses both as they exist now.

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