Substance use and mental health concerns are often deeply connected. Anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress can increase reliance on substances, while substance use can intensify emotional and relational struggles. At Daybreak Counseling, we provide compassionate, evidence-based substance use and mental health support in Des Moines that treats the whole person—not just one part of the story.
You deserve care that understands why patterns formed, not just how to stop them.
Substance use exists on a spectrum—from occasional misuse to dependency—and often co-occurs with mental health concerns. Many individuals use substances as a way to cope with overwhelming emotions, trauma, chronic stress, or unmet needs.
Common concerns include:
These patterns are not moral failures—they are signals that support is needed.
Effective treatment addresses both substance use and mental health together. Focusing on only one often leaves the other untreated.
At Daybreak, therapy supports clients in:
Treatment goals are collaborative, flexible, and guided by your values.
Our clinicians utilize trauma-informed, research-supported approaches tailored to substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns.
Substance use impacts individuals across the lifespan. Therapy is tailored developmentally and may include family involvement when appropriate.
For adolescents, treatment often focuses on emotional regulation, identity development, and healthy coping. For adults, therapy may address long-standing patterns, stressors, or trauma histories.
Shame is one of the biggest barriers to seeking help. At Daybreak, therapy is grounded in respect, honesty, and compassion.
You will not be labeled, pushed, or punished. You will be supported.
Daybreak Counseling provides integrated mental health and substance use care that honors each client’s autonomy and lived experience. Our approach is collaborative, flexible, and rooted in evidence-based practice.
Healing happens when people feel safe enough to be honest.
Whether you’re questioning your relationship with substances or ready to make a change, support is available.
Contact Daybreak Counseling today to begin substance use and mental health support in Des Moines.
