Co-Occurring Disorders in Adolescence (CODA) is a specialized outpatient treatment program designed for adolescents and young adults (up to age 22) who are struggling with mental health issues as well as substance use. Our staff includes licensed and trained masters-level clinicians and a board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist.

For more information or to make an appointment, call 410-550-0104.

Many of our patients are impacted by symptoms related to mental health issues such as:

• Depressive disorders
• Bipolar disorders
• Anxiety disorders
• Trauma-related disorders
• Attention deficit hyperactivity disorders (ADHD)
• Behavioral issues
• Psychotic disorders

Combined with:

• Alcohol abuse
• Marijuana abuse
• Cocaine abuse
• Opiate abuse
• Prescription drug abuse

Early Recognition

Early recognition and treatment can lead to better outcomes. Signs to look for in young adults affected by these issues include, but are not limited to, changes in:

• Sleep—too much or too little, fitfull or at odd times of the day
• Appetite—amount, times, types of food
• Physical Health—increased or decreased en- ergy or fatigue, red eyes, or constricted or dilated pupils, runny nose, increase or decrease in weight, respiratory problems
• Personal Hygiene—lack of or obsession with it
• Appearance—different hairstyle, hair color, clothes or makeup
• Friends—different social groups or socially withdrawn
• Behavior—self-destructive or self-harming, isolated, hyper, inattentive, forgetful, dishonest, breaking rules, sexual promiscuity, lack of motivation, increased paranoia
• Mood—extreme happiness to extreme moodiness and irritability, or suicidal thoughts
• School or Work—grades, sports, activities, hobbies, attendance

Treatment

CODA follows an evidence-based protocol which includes, but is not limited to, motivational enhancement therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and group, individual and family therapy. The program protocol include:

• Diagnostic evaluation
• Individual psychotherapy
• Family psychotherapy
• Group psychotherapy
• Psychiatric medication management and optimization
• Collaboration with families, schools, and other medical providers
• Referral and collaboration with higher level of care providers as needed
• Research opportunities

CODA does not provide medical detox, however, a referral can be made while continuing to receive CODA treatment and random drug screens can be performed.

Other Services

In addition to the services provided by the CODA clinic, the following services also are available:

• Mobile Treatment
• School-Based Mental Health Treatment
• Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program (PRP)
• Psychological Testing

Payment

CODA accepts Medical Assistance, Medicare and some private insurances. Fees are based on a sliding scale.

For more information or to make an appointment, call 410-550-0104.

Location

Co-Occurring Disorders in Adolescence (CODA)
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
5500 E. Lombard Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21224