Columbia Wellness Program Spotlight: Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)

Do you have a problem with drugs or alcohol? Is it effecting your relationships or even your job? Sometimes these problems won’t go away on their but if you are looking for help, our staff at Columbia Wellness can help.

Medication-Assisted Treatment or MAT is an FDA approved treatment method for opioid and alcohol dependence. It combines medication with behavioral therapies for a “whole patient” approach to treat substance use addiction. MAT medications relieve the withdrawal symptoms and psychological cravings that cause chemical imbalances in the body.

At Columbia Wellness, our specialized and highly regarded MAT programs are part of our commitment to evidence-based drug treatment practices to help you and your loved ones see the best results and the fullest recovery.

Benefits of MAT

• Improve patient survival

• Increase retention in treatment

• Decrease illicit opiate use

• Increase patients’ ability to gain and maintain employment

As required by law, all communications with Columbia Wellness are HIPPA Compliant and completely confidential.

If you want to find our more, call MAT Services at 360-353-9870