Medication-Assisted Treatment
At The Estate at River Bend, medication-assisted treatment (MAT) integrates FDA-approved medications with behavioral therapy to reduce cravings, ease withdrawal symptoms, and support long-term sobriety. Many of our clients find success in combining medication with therapy, addressing the physical aspects of addiction while developing healthier thought patterns and coping strategies. Our MAT program is a cornerstone of our evidence-based approach to recovery, helping clients build a solid foundation for lasting wellness.
Medication-Assisted Treatment Program in Mississippi
Medication-assisted treatment is a vital tool in addressing the complex nature of addiction. For many, substances like opioids and alcohol significantly alter brain chemistry, creating intense cravings and withdrawal symptoms that can make quitting feel impossible. MAT uses FDA-approved medications to ease these physical symptoms, allowing individuals to stabilize and focus on the deeper work of recovery. By addressing the biological aspects of addiction, MAT provides a safer and more comfortable path to sobriety.
MAT is also important for maintaining long-term sobriety by reducing the risk of relapse. Medications like Suboxone and Vivitrol help manage cravings and block the effects of certain substances, providing an added layer of protection during recovery. Combined with therapy and support, MAT helps individuals develop healthier coping mechanisms and build resilience, increasing their chances of achieving lasting recovery. For many, this integrated approach offers the stability and support needed to reclaim their lives from addiction.

Medications Used in Addiction Treatment
Suboxone
Suboxone is a prescription medication that combines buprenorphine and naloxone to treat opioid addiction. It helps reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms, allowing individuals to stabilize and focus on their recovery journey.
Subutex
Subutex is a prescription medication containing buprenorphine, used to treat opioid addiction by reducing withdrawal symptoms and cravings. As part of a comprehensive treatment plan, it helps people stabilize and work toward long-term recovery.
Vivitrol
Vivitrol is an extended-release injectable medication containing naltrexone, used to treat opioid and alcohol dependence. It blocks the effects of opioids and reduces cravings for alcohol, supporting individuals in maintaining long-term sobriety.

Overcoming the Misconceptions of Medication-Assisted Treatment
Despite advances in addiction treatment, some still view medication use as a sign of weakness or ineffective, which is a harmful myth. Medication-assisted treatment is a proven approach that helps manage withdrawal symptoms, reduce cravings, and restore balance to the brain, enabling individuals to focus on the deeper work of recovery. This approach is carefully monitored and tailored to each person, ensuring that the medications used address their specific needs and circumstances.
MAT is not about replacing one addiction with another; it’s about providing stability and support during the recovery process. Breaking the stigma around MAT is essential to offering individuals the tools they need to overcome addiction and achieve lasting recovery. By fostering understanding and education, we can create a more compassionate and effective approach to treatment.
Programs We Offer Alongside Medication-Assisted Treatment:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical
Behavioral Therapy
EMDR
12-Step Study
Motivational Interviewing
Acceptance &
Integration Therapy
A Commited Partner for Every Stage of Sobriety
Continuing Care & Support through The Estate at River Bend
The Estate is here for you no matter where you are on your recovery journey, even after you’ve completed your treatment programs with us.

Continuing Care Programs

Alumni Program

Family Support Groups
Insurance Options
We are in network with most insurance providers, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, Humana, Cigna, Aetna, TRICARE, and Veterans Community Care programs. Contact us for a free insurance verfication to find out what benefits are available through your plan.










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Since we opened our doors, The Estate at River Bend’s innovative residential drug and alcohol addiction treatment programs have been making healing and hope possible.
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