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Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) in California
Medication-assisted treatment, or MAT, combines FDA-approved medications with counseling and behavioral therapy to treat opioid and alcohol use disorders. This whole-person approach can ease cravings, reduce withdrawal, and support lasting recovery. California Treatment Centers offers MAT at multiple California locations and serves clients statewide. This page is general education, not medical advice; only a qualified clinician can determine whether a specific medication is right for you.
MAT pairs medication with therapy because, for many people, the two together work better than either alone. The medications help stabilize brain chemistry and reduce the physical pull of addiction, while counseling such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing (MI) addresses the thoughts, behaviors, and circumstances behind substance use. MAT is an evidence-based standard of care endorsed by leading medical organizations.
Each medication has different benefits and considerations, and the right choice depends on your history, health, and goals. A clinician will help you weigh the options.
MAT is not a standalone fix and is not simply trading one substance for another, a common myth. When used as prescribed and paired with therapy, these medications are tools that help people stay engaged in treatment and rebuild their lives. MAT often begins after medical detox and continues through residential treatment or outpatient levels of care.
Medications ease the physical pull of addiction.
Counseling with CBT and MI addresses root causes.
Physicians monitor and adjust your treatment.
The right medication chosen for your needs.
MAT is a cornerstone of opioid rehab, where buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone help people regain stability. It also plays a role in alcohol rehab, where naltrexone and other medications can reduce cravings. Note that severe alcohol withdrawal can be life-threatening and should be managed with medical supervision before MAT for alcohol begins.
Because mental health and substance use are deeply connected, we integrate dual diagnosis treatment with MAT when needed, addressing conditions like depression, anxiety, and trauma alongside medication and therapy. This comprehensive approach gives clients the best foundation for lasting recovery.
California Treatment Centers is in-network with most major insurers and offers free, confidential benefits verification so you can understand coverage before starting. Our compassionate admissions team is available any time to answer questions. Call 213-321-6518 to learn whether MAT might be right for you. In a crisis, dial 988, or reach SAMHSA's national helpline at 1-800-662-4357.
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