MAT
Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) for Opioid Addiction
At Northshore Redi-Med Psychiatry, we understand that opioid addiction is a medical condition, not a failure of willpower. Compassionate care and evidence-based treatment are key to recovery.
Compassionate Care for Opioid Dependence
If you or a loved one is struggling with prescription opioids, heroin, or fentanyl, you are not alone. Recovery is possible with the right support.
What is Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)?
MAT combines FDA-approved medications with medical monitoring and support to reduce withdrawal symptoms, cravings, and relapse risk.
Suboxone® (buprenorphine/naloxone) is the medication we use most frequently.
Benefits of Suboxone:
- Reduces opioid cravings
- Prevents withdrawal symptoms
- Blocks euphoric effects of opioids
- Stabilizes brain chemistry
Why Choose Northshore Redi-Med Psychiatry?
- Compassionate psychiatric care
- Experienced medical providers
- Safe and monitored Suboxone prescribing
- Mental health evaluation and treatment
- Private and confidential appointments
Who Can Benefit from Suboxone Treatment?
- Prescription pain pill addiction (Oxycodone, Hydrocodone, Percocet)
- Heroin use
- Fentanyl exposure
- Repeated withdrawal or relapse
- Strong cravings that interfere with daily life
What to Expect at Your First Appointment
- Review of medical and psychiatric history
- Discussion of opioid use history
- Evaluation of withdrawal symptoms
- Review of previous treatments
- Development of a safe Suboxone initiation plan
Our Approach to Recovery
- Medical stabilization
- Long-term recovery planning
- Mental health treatment
- Personal accountability
- Respectful patient-provider relationships
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Suboxone replacing one addiction with another?
No. When taken as prescribed, Suboxone stabilizes brain chemistry and allows patients to function normally.
How long will I need to take Suboxone?
Treatment length varies and is determined collaboratively with your provider.
Do I need to be in withdrawal before starting Suboxone?
Yes. Suboxone is usually started when mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms are present.
Schedule an Appointment
Contact Northshore Redi-Med Psychiatry today to schedule a confidential evaluation and begin your recovery.