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Why Quality Care Matters
There continues to be so much stigma associated with addiction and mental health disorders. Many people continue to view these disorders as…
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Read our frequently asked questions to learn more about our offices. If you do not find your answer here, feel free to…
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MATPLUS®)
MATPlus® Our proprietary approach to MAT is MATPlus®, our wrap-around services, and commitment to long-term treatment sets our MAT treatment apart from…
Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) with MATPLUS®
Opioid Dependence and Addiction Opioid Dependence is a substance use disorder caused by a brain abnormality that results in the need to…
Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
Alcohol Dependence and Addiction Like other drugs, heavy alcohol use can lead to tolerance, dependence, and even abuse, which may require treatment.…
Smoking Cessation
About Smoking Cessation Tobacco use often can create tobacco/nicotine dependence and develop smoking-related diseases. Smokers can quit smoking; tobacco/nicotine dependence is treatable.…
Medicaid Patient Limitation Disclaimer
Please be advised that the federal government limits the number of patients to whom a physician may provide medication-assisted treatment for substance…
HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices
HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices THIS NOTICE DESCRIBES HOW MEDICAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOU MAY BE USED AND DISCLOSED AND HOW YOU CAN…
Adverse Childhood Experiences Impact Us More Than We Might Think
Adverse Childhood Experiences can have a major impact on behavior and physical and mental health. The experiences one walks through as a…
Encourage Loved Ones to Seek Mental Health Care
ENCOURAGE LOVED ONES TO SEEK MENTAL HEALTH CARE The fear of being judged by friends and family can make a person hide,…
Mental Health and Mental Illness
Mental health is a person’s emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing. It plays a large role in the thoughts we have and our…
More than Just the Winter Blues, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is Depression
Yep, it’s that time of year again! No, I was not referring to legging session or that time of year when you…
How We Can Overcome Mental Health Stigma
Over the years, mental health has not been given the same importance as other health care specialties. Although a high level of…
Healthy Recovery During the Holiday Season
For many of us, the holidays are a time in which we surround ourselves with families and friends and enjoy the respite…
10 Ways to Prevent Burnout and Improve Health
The daily, grinding stress so often experienced by people in the helping professions is what causes the psychological injury we know as…
7 Signs Your Loved One is Addicted to Opioids
Do you think a loved one might be addicted to opioids? Have you experienced behaviors of a loved one that doesn’t add…
What is MATPlus®
Our Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) treatment approach combines behavioral counseling with medication for higher levels of success. Counseling is the main focus of…
Depression and Sadness and Your Recovery
Do you feel extreme sadness despite great accomplishments or disappointments in your life?Depression is a serious mental illness that goes untreated. It’s…
What Makes Cocaine and Methamphetamine so Dangerous?
Cocaine and methamphetamine will cause an individual to seem extremely alert and have increased energy along with increased heart rate and blood…
The Most Important Thing for You to Do for Your Sobriety During Tough Times
Keeping Your Sobriety When Life is Tough One of the biggest challenges people face is when things in life get hard. Things…
A Brief Lesson in the War on Drugs
Since the war on drugs began almost 50 years ago, we have learned much about the science of addiction. Today, we know…
Principle of 5: 5 Things to Do in Recovery Every Day
How to Plan a Successful Recovery When it comes to working with a certified addiction counselor on your recovery, you’ll quickly learn…
What Does High-Quality Addiction Treatment Look Like?
The most cost-effective, humane, and efficient way to provide medical care involves providing holistic, evidence-based care to people who need it from…
What to look for in an addiction recovery center
Choosing The Right Recovery Center Choosing the best rehabilitation center for you is a difficult but important first step towards getting the treatment…
What Is the Cost of Addiction Treatment?
Problematic use of alcohol or other drugs results in adverse health consequences and serious social concerns. Unfortunately, only a small percentage of persons with substance use disorders seek treatment. Addiction treatment costs…
MAT in Minority Groups
In an effort to improve treatment for everyone, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), especially as it relates to the treatment of opioid use disorder,…
What is Ketamine?
Overview Ketamine is a popular club drug that got its start in the 1960s as an anesthesia medicine during the Vietnam War.…
Five Tips for Alcoholics to Stay Sober
The arrival of summer brings warmer temperatures, which makes it perfect for outdoor events, such as weddings, backyard barbeques, and staff retreats.…
Why is Depression in Women More Prevalent?
It is widely documented that a woman is twice as likely as a man to experience major depression in her lifetime. This…
Facts About Roxicodone You Should Know in 2020
Roxicodone, often called “Roxy” or “Roxi,” is a popular prescription medication whose addiction rate continues to grow by the day. Here…