Specialized Dual Diagnosis Treatment for Military Populations
New Existence delivers evidence-based, trauma-informed care tailored to the complex behavioral health needs of veterans and active-duty service members — addressing substance use and co-occurring psychiatric conditions concurrently, with a focus on measurable outcomes and long-term functional stability.
Accepted Tricare Plans
We work directly with Tricare and VA Community Care networks
Why Military Populations Require Specialized Care
Veterans and active-duty service members present with elevated rates of co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders. These conditions are often compounded by unique military experiences that require a clinically specialized, dual diagnosis approach — not a standard addiction program.
Our program is structured to address both substance use and underlying psychiatric conditions concurrently, consistent with best practices in dual diagnosis treatment and ASAM criteria for medical necessity.
Common Compounding Factors
Therapies Proven to Work for Military Populations
All treatment plans are individualized and grounded in evidence-based modalities validated for co-occurring substance use and psychiatric disorders in veterans and active-duty service members.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Restructuring maladaptive thought patterns that drive substance use and psychiatric symptoms in military populations.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Building distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness skills critical for reintegration.
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing to process combat and operational trauma at the neurological level.
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Collaborative, goal-oriented counseling to strengthen personal motivation and commitment to recovery.
Trauma-Informed Care Model
Every aspect of treatment is delivered through a trauma-informed lens, recognizing the pervasive impact of military service on the nervous system.
Veteran Peer Cohorts
Group therapy with fellow service members who understand military culture, moral injury, and the unique challenges of transition.
Six Core Treatment Components
Our military-specific track addresses the full spectrum of clinical needs unique to veterans and active-duty service members, delivered by a multidisciplinary team with specialized training.
Trauma & PTSD Treatment
- Processing combat and operational trauma
- Reduction of hyperarousal, avoidance, and intrusive symptoms
- EMDR, CPT, and Prolonged Exposure therapy
Reintegration & Role Transition
- Adjustment to civilian life and identity
- Vocational and social functioning support
- Peer-led transition groups
Moral Injury & Cognitive Processing
- Addressing guilt, shame, and ethical conflict
- Restoring meaning and purpose
- Adaptive Disclosure and group processing
Substance Use & Behavioral Stabilization
- Identification of veteran-specific high-risk patterns
- Development of adaptive coping strategies
- Integrated dual diagnosis treatment planning
Sleep & Nervous System Regulation
- Treatment of insomnia and nightmares
- Nervous system dysregulation interventions
- Somatic and mindfulness-based approaches
Family & Systems Involvement
- Psychoeducation on PTSD, SUD, and reintegration
- Family therapy sessions (when clinically appropriate)
- Support for rebuilding functional relationships
Full Continuum Based on ASAM Criteria
Services are delivered across the full continuum to ensure appropriate placement based on ASAM criteria — from medical detox through aftercare, with structured discharge planning beginning at admission.
Medical Detox
- 24/7 medical monitoring
- Withdrawal management
- Psychiatric stabilization
Residential Treatment
- 24-hour structured therapeutic environment
- Daily clinical programming (individual, group, psychiatric)
- Trauma-focused interventions
PHP / Intensive Outpatient
- Step-down care with continued clinical intensity
- Focus on reintegration and relapse prevention
- Flexible scheduling for transition to civilian life
Aftercare Planning
- Ongoing outpatient services
- Peer support and case management
- Coordination with VA and community resources
Utilization Management & Discharge Planning
Identification of veteran-specific relapse triggers
Structured discharge planning beginning at admission
Step-down continuity to reduce readmission rates
Coordination with outpatient providers and community resources
How the Program Is Delivered
Our structured clinical model ensures every veteran receives the intensity and consistency of care required for meaningful, lasting recovery.
25–35 Clinical Hours/Week
Minimum clinical hours per week at residential and PHP levels of care, ensuring intensive therapeutic engagement.
Multidisciplinary Team
Medical, psychiatric, and licensed therapist collaboration on every individualized treatment plan.
Individual Therapy
Minimum 1–3 individual therapy sessions per week, tailored to each veteran's clinical presentation and goals.
Daily Group Therapy
Process groups, psychoeducation, and relapse prevention groups delivered daily throughout the program.
Medication Management
Ongoing psychiatric oversight and medication management integrated into the treatment plan.
Individualized Treatment Plans
All plans are measurable and updated based on clinical progress and utilization review standards.
Measurable Goals for Every Veteran
All treatment plans are individualized, measurable, and updated based on clinical progress and utilization review standards — ensuring accountability and transparency throughout care.
- Reduction in substance use and psychiatric symptoms
- Improved emotional regulation and coping skills
- Increased treatment engagement and retention
- Enhanced social and occupational functioning
- Decreased risk of relapse and higher-level care readmission
What Sets This Program Apart
New Existence is not a general addiction program with a veteran track bolted on. This is a clinically specialized program built from the ground up for military populations.
Military Culture-Informed Programming
Clinical staff trained in military culture, rank dynamics, and the unique stressors of service life — ensuring veterans feel understood, not explained to.
Fully Integrated Dual Diagnosis Model
Substance use and co-occurring psychiatric conditions treated concurrently by the same multidisciplinary team, not in silos.
ASAM Criteria Alignment
All placement decisions and treatment plans align with ASAM criteria and medical necessity standards, supporting insurance authorization and clinical accountability.
Measurable Outcomes Focus
Treatment plans include measurable goals updated through ongoing utilization review, ensuring clinical progress is tracked and documented.
Continuity of Care Emphasis
Structured discharge planning begins at admission, with step-down care coordination to reduce readmission rates and support long-term stability.
Multidisciplinary Clinical Team
Medical, psychiatric, and licensed therapist collaboration supporting complex clinical presentations across all levels of care.
Who This Program Serves
This program is designed for veterans and active-duty service members presenting with substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health conditions, or both — across all branches and service eras.
Veterans — All Branches & Eras
Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Space Force, and Coast Guard veterans from all service eras are welcome in this program.
Active-Duty Service Members
Active-duty personnel are considered on a case-by-case basis for clinical appropriateness, with coordination with command when authorized.
Substance Use Disorder (SUD)
Individuals meeting diagnostic criteria for alcohol, opioid, stimulant, or polysubstance use disorders requiring structured clinical intervention.
Co-Occurring Mental Health Disorders
Veterans with PTSD, depression, anxiety, TBI-related conditions, or other psychiatric diagnoses alongside substance use disorders.
Dual Diagnosis Presentations
Complex clinical presentations requiring concurrent treatment of both substance use and psychiatric conditions by an integrated team.
Reintegration Challenges
Service members navigating the transition to civilian life, including identity shifts, vocational changes, and relationship rebuilding.
Seamless VA Integration
Our team works directly with the VA system to ensure your benefits are maximized and your care is coordinated from admission through discharge and beyond.
VA Benefits Navigation
Assistance with VA disability claims, healthcare enrollment, and benefits coordination throughout treatment.
Community Care Network
Direct coordination with VA Community Care programs to ensure seamless authorization and continuity of care.
Case Manager Liaison
Dedicated staff to communicate with VA case managers, ensuring all documentation and reporting requirements are met.
Post-Discharge Planning
Coordination with VA medical centers and Vet Centers for ongoing care after residential treatment completion.
Veterans Program FAQ
Yes, we accept Tricare plans including Tricare Prime, Tricare Select, Tricare For Life, and Tricare Reserve Select. We also work with VA Community Care networks and can assist with authorization and benefits verification prior to admission.
Active-duty service members are considered on a case-by-case basis for clinical appropriateness. Our admissions team will conduct a clinical assessment and, with your authorization, coordinate with your command or military healthcare provider as needed.
Dual diagnosis treatment addresses substance use disorder and co-occurring mental health conditions — such as PTSD, depression, or anxiety — concurrently rather than sequentially. Veterans frequently present with both, and treating only one condition significantly increases relapse risk. Our integrated model ensures both are addressed by the same clinical team.
We use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure, CBT, and DBT. All therapies are delivered by licensed clinicians trained in military-specific trauma presentations.
Moral injury occurs when actions during service violate deeply held moral beliefs, resulting in guilt, shame, and spiritual distress. We use Adaptive Disclosure therapy and veteran peer group processing to address moral injury alongside standard trauma treatment.
Yes. With your authorization, we coordinate directly with VA medical centers, Vet Centers, and VA case managers to ensure continuity of care, share treatment documentation, and support your transition back to VA services after discharge.
At the residential and PHP levels of care, the program includes a minimum of 25–35 clinical hours per week. This includes individual therapy (1–3 sessions/week), daily group therapy, psychiatric oversight, and medication management.
Discharge planning begins at admission. We coordinate step-down care to PHP, IOP, or outpatient services based on your clinical progress and ASAM criteria. We also connect you with peer support, case management, and community resources to support long-term stability.
Specialized Care for Those Who Served
Contact our veteran admissions team for a confidential clinical consultation. We will verify your Tricare or VA Community Care benefits and assess clinical appropriateness for our dual diagnosis program.
Available 24/7 • Tricare Accepted • VA Community Care Coordination • Confidential Assessment