Dual Diagnosis refers to treating a person that is affected by both an emotional or psychiatric illness and chemical dependency. Both psychiatric illness and chemical dependency affect an individual physically, psychologically, socially, and spiritually. Although the two conditions are independent, they interact in ways that make diagnosis, treatment, and recovery more complex.

Summit Malibu specializes in evidenced-based treatment for individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders.
• Clinically-proven treatments for dual diagnosis disorders
• Leading UCLA addiction professionals
• Individual treatment plan for each client
• Over 250 hours of individual, group & family therapy
• Safe & secure detox on premises – licensed attending nurse
• Spiritually-based 12-step program
• UCLA-developed clinical & medical treatments
• Professional therapies for co-occurring conditions (depression, anxiety, bi-polar & other disorders)
• Proven approaches to addiction treatment
• Professional and credentialed care team
• UCLA-Affiliated Matrix Model of Relapse Prevention©
• Family support and education
• Alternative therapies: holistic, experiential, meditation, yoga, massage therapist
• Comprehensive continuing care upon graduation
• Private, serene, luxurious facilities & grounds
• Beautiful Malibu ocean & mountain settings
• Non-judgmental; non-confrontational atmosphere