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Person in a recovery meeting with a counselor to address co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
Addictions

Co-Occurring Disorders: Understanding the Connection Between Mental Health and Addiction 

Learn what co-occurring disorders are, common types like mental health conditions and how BHG's treatment approach supports lasting recovery.

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Dr. James Harber, BHG Medical Director in South Carolina, sharing insights on addiction treatment, patient care, and behavioral health strategies as part of the BHG Medical Directors Series.
Awareness and Stigma

BHG Medical Directors Series: Dr. James Harber | South Carolina

Evidence-based opioid use disorder treatment supports recovery through medication, counseling and patient-centered care.
Woman in coral blouse speaking during interview, professional healthcare setting with plant background.
Awareness and Stigma

Treating the Whole Person: Dr. Stephanie Peglow on Evidence-Based Addiction Care

Whole-person addiction treatment supports recovery by addressing physical, emotional and behavioral needs through evidence-based care.
Professional speaking during interview or testimonial, wearing glasses and gray vest with Patagonia logo.
Awareness and Stigma

More Than Medicine: Dr. Tommy Pham on Meeting Patients Where They’re At

Meeting patients where they are in addiction treatment helps build trust, reduce stigma and support long-term recovery.
Woman speaking during interview, wearing blue top and cream cardigan, potted plant visible in background.
Awareness and Stigma

From Working in the ER to Addiction Care: Dr. Melinda Turner’s Journey to Saving Lives at BHG

Treating opioid use disorder helps save lives through compassionate, evidence-based care and long-term support.
BHG explaining evidence-based treatment approaches for addiction and behavioral health, highlighting clinical strategies that support effective recovery outcomes.
Addictions

Evidence-Based Treatment

Evidence-based addiction treatment uses medication, counseling and clinical best practices to support recovery and improve long-term outcomes.
In this video, Dr. Nordstrom is explaining what sets BHG apart as a referral partner, including clear pathways, compliance, and coordinated care for behavioral health and addiction treatment.
Behavioral Health Group

What makes BHG different as a referral partner?

Discover how BHG serves as a trusted opioid use disorder referral partner, supporting healthcare, justice and community providers.
BHG’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ben Nordstrom, explaining the importance of counseling in addiction treatment and behavioral health to support recovery, coping skills, and long-term wellness.
Counseling and IOP

Why is counseling so important?

Why is counseling so important? Dr. Ben Nordstrom explains how counseling supports healing, recovery and long-term success in treatment.
Man wearing glasses and brown vest speaking during addiction recovery counseling session.
Addictions

BHG and emergency department partners

Dr. Ben Nordstrom explains how BHG works with emergency department partners to connect patients to treatment and reduce repeat ER visits.
BHG’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ben Nordstrom, explaining how opioids interact with the brain, affecting mood, reward pathways, and risk of addiction.
Addictions

How do opioids affect the brain?

How opioids affect the brain includes changes to reward, pain and decision-making. Learn how opioid use impacts brain function and recovery.
Dr. Nordstrom is discussing partnerships with criminal justice agencies to support individuals with substance use disorders through coordinated, treatment-focused care.
Behavioral Health Group

BHG and Criminal Justice Partners

Opioid use disorder treatment in criminal justice settings helps reduce criminal activity, improve outcomes and support long-term recovery.
BHG clinicians discussing medication-assisted treatment, explaining how FDA-approved medications combined with counseling support effective, long-term addiction recovery.
Addictions

How should we think about medication-assisted treatment?

Understanding medication-assisted treatment helps explain how medication and counseling support recovery and improve outcomes.
BHG discussing how stigma around addiction impacts people’s willingness to seek treatment and the importance of compassionate, stigma-free behavioral health care.
Addictions

How has stigma affected people’s willingness to seek care?

Stigma and seeking addiction treatment are closely linked. Learn how stigma affects care and what helps people feel comfortable seeking help.