How is Medication-assisted Treatment (mat) Combined with Therapy?

At Recovery Cove, the integration of Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) with clinical therapy is a foundational element of their evidence-based recovery programs. This approach combines FDA-approved medications, such as buprenorphine or methadone, with comprehensive counseling and behavioral therapies to treat the whole person rather than just the physical symptoms of addiction.

The clinical therapy component includes several specialized modalities:

  • Counseling: Provides personalized guidance to identify underlying triggers and develop effective coping strategies.
  • Behavioral Therapies: Includes techniques like Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address thought patterns and behaviors related to substance use.
  • Specialized Support: Offers trauma-focused therapy, stress management, and dual-diagnosis services to address co-occurring mental health issues.
  • Group and Family sessions: Facilitates peer support and strengthens personal support networks.

Research indicates that combining medication with therapy significantly improves outcomes, showing a 40-60 percent increase in treatment retention and doubling retention rates compared to using medication alone. This integrated strategy is utilized across various levels of care, including Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP).


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