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There are many benefits to Medication-assisted treatment. Evidence from research shows the use of both medication and therapy can successfully treat opioid addiction, and for some people suffering with addiction, MAT can help maintain long-term recovery. In other instances MAT is also used to prevent or reduce opioid overdose. In fact, the combination of approved medication with professional counseling is considered the Gold Standard for treatment of opioid addiction. 

MAT is primarily used to treat addiction to opioids such as heroin and prescription pain relievers that contain opiates. The prescribed medications, such as Methadone or Suboxone, are designed to balance brain chemistry, relieve physiological cravings, block the euphoric effects of alcohol and opioids and restore healthy body functions without the negative and euphoric effects of the substance used. 

There is often a lack of knowledge of the setting and method of treatment that may lead to a lack of support from friends or family. Our facilities are known as  Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs) and are certified by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and the state in which operated. 

MAT Texas is staffed by licensed nurses, therapist and board certified physicians that work as a team in supervised assessment and treatment, using methadone, buprenorphine, or naltrexone, of individuals who have opioid use disorders. 

atient” with the use of FDA-approved medications such as methadone and Suboxone® (Buprenorphine). Combined with counseling, and behavioral therapy, these medications help to alleviate symptoms of withdrawal and cravings, allowing the patient to work on positive behavior changes.