Integrated treatment plan
Mental health and substance use goals in one plan.
Who We Help · Co-Occurring Disorders
Mental Health & Substance Use, Treated Together
When anxiety, depression or trauma show up alongside substance use, each one feeds the other. We treat both at the same time, with one team and one plan.
Treating one without the other rarely lasts. We work on both, together.
Insurance Accepted
We currently accept Aetna and Blue Cross / Blue Shield plans.
Verify Your Insurance
We check your benefits with you before you start.
Understanding Co-Occurring Disorders
Why integrated care matters
Co-occurring disorders are the rule, not the exception, for many young adults.
Substance use can start as a way to quiet anxiety, lift a low mood or numb painful memories. Over time it can make those same symptoms worse. Treating only one side often leads back to the other.
At AIM Health, the same team treats your mental health and substance use together. Your therapist, psychiatric provider and case management team share one plan, so nothing falls through the cracks.
Accredited Care
Licensed, accredited and trusted in Boulder for over 25 years.
The Joint CommissionGold Seal of Approval®
LegitScriptCertified- 25+Yearsin Boulder
- Licensed cliniciansMaster's level or higher
Signs & Symptoms
Common combinations
Co-occurring disorders look different for everyone. Some of the patterns we see most:
How admissions works- Anxiety with alcohol or cannabis use
- Depression with substance use
- Trauma or PTSD with substance use
- ADHD with stimulant misuse
- Panic attacks managed with alcohol or pills
- Mood swings that use makes harder to read
- Sleep problems tied to use or withdrawal
- Using to feel normal in social situations
Recognize some of these? A confidential call is a good first step.
(720) 739-3332 Our Approach
One team, one plan
Integrated care from people who talk to each other every week.
Psychiatric care
Medication management from our medical team when it helps.
Individual therapy
CBT, DBT, EMDR and other evidence-based approaches.
Group therapy
Skills and process groups that address both sides of recovery.
Case management
A licensed therapist and a certified addiction counselor on your side.
Measurement-based care
Regular check-ins on progress, so the plan adjusts as you change.
AIM Health holds a special place in my heart. From the moment I walked through their doors, I felt a sense of belonging and comfort. The team of compassionate professionals provided me with the personalized care I needed to overcome my mental health and substance use challenges. AIM is more than just a treatment center; it's a haven of hope and healing.
Programs
Care for co-occurring disorders at every level
Your assessment helps us recommend where to start, and your plan adjusts as you build independence.
Coming soon Day Treatment (PHP)
Opening December 2026. Daily, integrated care when both feel overwhelming
Learn More about Day Treatment (PHP)
~10 hrs / week Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Evening groups that address both sides
Learn More about Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Flexible schedule Direct Admission
No step-down required. Start directly in IOP after a confidential assessment, or in Day Treatment once it opens in December. Supportive housing is optional: live at home, or with us at The Castle or our Carriage Houses.
Call (720) 739-3332Coming from outside Boulder? You can live with us at The Castle or our Carriage Houses while you are in treatment. About supportive housing
Admissions
How to Get Started
A simple, confidential process. We guide you through every step.
- 1
Call Us
Share what is going on with our admissions team.
- 2
Verify Insurance
We check your benefits with you before you start.
- 3
Assessment
We learn about your needs, history and goals.
- 4
Your Plan
We recommend a level of care and build your treatment plan.
Who We Help
Other ways we help
FAQ 
Co-Occurring Disorders FAQ
Not seeing your question? Our admissions team is glad to walk you through your options.
Talk with admissions (720) 739-3332
Do you treat co-occurring disorders?
Yes. We treat substance use and mental health conditions together, so clients can work on both at the same time.
Is "dual diagnosis" the same thing?
Yes. Dual diagnosis and co-occurring disorders both describe having a mental health condition and a substance use disorder at the same time.
Will I see a psychiatrist?
If medication could help, our psychiatric team will evaluate you and manage medications as part of your plan.
Contact
Take the First Step Today
Talk to our team. We will listen, answer your questions and help you find the right level of care.
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