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Understanding Methadone Addiction
Doctors commonly use methadone, an opioid medication, to assist individuals addicted to heroin, prescription painkillers, or other opioid drugs. Methadone relieves withdrawal symptoms that can trigger relapses in people with opioid addiction, but it is also highly addictive, and detoxification from methadone is often even more complex than detoxing from heroin. Georgia has 85 methadone clinics in operation, up from 67 in 2016 and 72 in 2017.
Why Choose Southeast Detox for Methadone Detox & Addiction Treatment?
Our dedicated team of clinicians, licensed therapists, and healthcare providers offer a comprehensive and holistic approach combining evidence-based treatments (medication-assisted treatment, cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, support groups like Narcotics Anonymous) with holistic therapies such as yoga.
Detoxing at our Methadone Detox in Georgia
Quality treatment centers no longer use methadone to aid in opioid detox because it lasts significantly longer than other opiates during withdrawal. Signs of methadone withdrawal are flu-like and may include restlessness, anxiety, irritability, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, muscle aches, sweating, chills, dilated pupils, and insomnia. In severe cases, methadone withdrawal can cause seizures and hallucinations.
Medication-Assisted Treatment Options
Options include Buprenorphine, Naltrexone, Clonidine, and Suboxone (buprenorphine and naloxone), always combined with counseling and behavioral therapy.
Our Methadone Addiction Treatment Programs
An addiction specialist will assess your state, learn about your goals for treatment, and work with you to create a customized treatment plan combining evidence-based and research-supported techniques with compassion and care.
Inpatient Treatment
Inpatient or residential treatment is crucial for individuals detoxing from methadone because withdrawal symptoms can be severe and prolonged. The roster can include medication-assisted treatment, counseling and behavioral therapy, and other complementary therapies.
Outpatient Treatment
Outpatient treatment is powerful for individuals with a solid support system at home who are ready to recover from drug addiction, allowing clients to stay on top of daily responsibilities while receiving treatment.
What To Expect During Treatment
Evidence-based treatments include Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Contingency Management (CM), and 12-Step Programs.
Behavioral Therapies
CBT can be effective in addressing the psychological aspects of methadone addiction and preventing relapse. DBT can effectively treat methadone addiction by learning how to manage strong emotions healthily. EMDR is used to treat individuals who have experienced trauma.
Holistic Therapies
Natural treatments offer benefits including reduced withdrawal symptoms, improved mental health, increased well-being, enhanced physical health, and greater self-awareness. Yoga is one of the holistic therapies we offer.
Aftercare Planning
Every client receives a personalized aftercare and relapse prevention plan, including support connecting to 12-step support groups such as Narcotics Anonymous of Georgia. Our alum program helps reduce the risk of relapse for people in early recovery, when relapse rates are highest.
Dual Diagnosis Support
Dual diagnosis is vital in methadone addiction treatment because it helps identify and address the addiction and any underlying mental illness, increasing the likelihood of successful long-term recovery.
Insurance and Payment Options
We accept private health insurance policies and most other private insurance policies, and offer private pay options if you prefer to pay out-of-pocket.
Get Help For Methadone Addiction Today
Methadone addiction can be a mighty burden. Break free from drug addiction once and for all. We’re here to help 24/7. Call us today at (706) 873-9955.