For many years, addiction treatment and mental health treatment developed as separate systems of care. Substance use disorders were treated in specialized addiction programs, while psychiatric conditions such as depression, anxiety, or trauma-related disorders were addressed within the mental health system. In practice, however, these conditions rarely occur in isolation. Many individuals seeking treatment for substance use disorders also experience significant mental health

In October 2023, California enacted Senate Bill 43 (SB 43)—a quietly transformative law that will reshape how we respond to individuals living with serious mental illness and substance use disorders. While the bill may not have made national headlines, its implications for behavioral health providers, systems of care, and—most importantly—those we serve are profound. Redefining "Gravely Disabled" For decades, the Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) Act has governed California’s crit

Breaking Ground, Building Hope Breaking Ground, Building Hope: Archway Recovery Services Expands Life-Saving Treatment with $14.3M Grant....