Medication-assisted treatment in Lake Forest, Orange County
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) combines FDA-approved medication with therapy and support. For opioid and alcohol use disorder, it can ease withdrawal, reduce cravings and lower the risk of relapse.
At Harmony Junction Recovery, MAT is managed by our medical team as part of a full treatment plan, alongside medical detox, residential treatment and evidence-based therapy. Whether medication is right for you, and which one, is decided with you during your assessment.
- Medical oversight from assessment to aftercare
- Medication combined with counseling
- Options for opioid and alcohol use disorder
- A plan for continuing care after you leave
Medications used in MAT
Your medical team recommends medication based on your substance use, health history and goals.
For opioid use disorder
- Buprenorphine (including buprenorphine-naloxone, such as Suboxone) reduces withdrawal and cravings
- Naltrexone, including a monthly extended-release injection, blocks the effects of opioids after detox
- Methadone is only dispensed by licensed opioid treatment programs. If it’s the right fit, we help coordinate care
For alcohol use disorder
- Naltrexone can reduce cravings and the rewarding effects of drinking
- Acamprosate can help maintain abstinence after you stop drinking
- Disulfiram causes unpleasant effects if you drink, which can support a commitment to abstinence
How MAT works at Harmony Junction
Medical assessment
Our team reviews your substance use, health, medications and goals.
Stabilization
Withdrawal is managed safely during detox, and medication is started when appropriate.
Therapy and support
Medication is paired with individual and group therapy to address the causes of addiction.
Continuing care
Before you leave, we plan how your medication will be continued and monitored.
Why medication works best with therapy
Medication helps your body and brain stabilize, so you can focus on recovery. Therapy is where you work on the thoughts, emotions and situations that lead to use. MAT at Harmony Junction always includes counseling, such as CBT, DBT and group therapy.
MAT also fits with the support group you choose, whether that is a 12-step program or a non-12-step approach.
MAT for opioid and alcohol addiction
MAT is most often used for opioids and alcohol. There are currently no FDA-approved medications for stimulant addiction, so meth and cocaine are treated with therapy and medical support.
Check your coverage for medication-assisted treatment
Most PPO plans cover medically necessary addiction treatment, including MAT. Tell us your provider and the best number to reach you, and our admissions team will check your benefits and call you back.
- Free, confidential, no obligation
- No member ID needed to get started
- Intake often within 24–48 hours
- Admissions available 24/7
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MAT: common questions
Still have questions? Our admissions team answers calls 24/7. Every conversation is free and confidential.
What is medication-assisted treatment?
MAT is the use of FDA-approved medications together with counseling and behavioral therapy to treat substance use disorders, mainly opioid and alcohol use disorder.
Isn’t MAT just replacing one drug with another?
No. When taken as prescribed under medical supervision, MAT medications stabilize brain chemistry, reduce cravings and withdrawal, and let people focus on recovery. Some, like naltrexone, have no potential for misuse. Medication is one part of treatment, not a substitute for it.
How long will I be on medication?
It depends on your situation. Some people use medication for months, others for longer. Your prescriber reviews your progress and helps you decide when, and whether, to taper.
Can I use MAT for meth or cocaine addiction?
There are currently no FDA-approved medications for stimulant use disorder. Meth and cocaine addiction are treated with therapy, medical support and, when needed, medication for symptoms like sleep problems or depression. Learn about meth treatment.
Does insurance cover MAT?
Most PPO insurance plans cover medically necessary addiction treatment, including MAT. We verify your benefits for free before admission. Check your coverage or call (855) 906-4088.
How quickly can I start?
Admissions is available 24/7, and intake often happens within 24–48 hours once your insurance is verified.