Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which provide rehab to deal with both mental health and addiction concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for those involved in substance abuse, as people with mental health disorders often self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some kind of short-term respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation counselors can help people using a comprehensive rehab plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health as well as dealing with alcohol and drug abuse issues. Providing a safe environment is vital to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances which may cut across their treatment plan and progress. Treatment counselors will work to identify environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things that should be addressed in order for the individual to remain mentally healthy and sober t after they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment that helps them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so they are better able to handle life circumstances better when they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to drugs and alcohol as a possible option.