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Evidence-based MAT and behavioral therapy for opioid use disorder in Los Angeles

Medically reviewed by Dr. Maria Torres, Psy.D. — Clinical Director, Golden State Rehab Updated March 2026
Opioid Use Disorder

Opioid Addiction Requires Medical Treatment — Not Willpower

Opioid use disorder is a chronic brain disease driven by powerful neurological changes that make stopping without help extraordinarily difficult. Whether the opioids were prescription pain medication that escalated, or heroin obtained on the street, the brain's reward and motivation systems are fundamentally altered — and they require both medical and behavioral treatment to heal.

The gold standard for opioid use disorder is Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) combined with behavioral therapy. We provide exactly this: buprenorphine-assisted treatment managed by our medical team, alongside comprehensive individual therapy, group sessions, and holistic support in our PHP and IOP programs.

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Treatment Methods

Our Opioid Treatment Approach

Buprenorphine / Suboxone MAT

Buprenorphine (Suboxone) is the most effective medication for opioid use disorder. It eliminates withdrawal, reduces cravings, blocks the effects of other opioids, and dramatically reduces overdose risk — all while allowing you to function normally in daily life.

Naltrexone (Vivitrol)

For patients who prefer a non-opioid option after completing detox, extended-release naltrexone (Vivitrol) blocks opioid receptors, eliminating the reward from any opioid use and supporting sustained abstinence-based recovery.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

CBT addresses the triggers, thought patterns, and coping deficits that drive opioid use. You'll develop practical strategies to navigate cravings, high-risk situations, and the emotional states that previously led to use.

Contingency Management

Evidence-based positive reinforcement strategies that reward negative drug tests and treatment attendance — one of the most effective behavioral interventions for opioid use disorder available.

Group Therapy

Opioid-focused group sessions provide peer support, accountability, and the normalizing experience of connecting with others who understand the unique challenges of opioid recovery.

Trauma-Informed Care

Opioid use disorder frequently co-occurs with trauma and PTSD. Our trauma-informed approach ensures that underlying trauma is identified and treated concurrently — not sequentially — as part of comprehensive care.

MAT Explained

The Truth About Medication-Assisted Treatment

Despite its proven effectiveness, MAT is still misunderstood. Some treatment programs discourage or prohibit it — a position that contradicts decades of research and clinical guidelines. Here's what the evidence actually shows:

  • MAT reduces overdose deaths by 50% or more
  • MAT significantly increases treatment retention
  • Buprenorphine is not "trading one addiction for another" — it's medicine that treats a medical condition
  • Patients on MAT show improved social functioning, employment, and family stability
  • MAT is recommended by SAMHSA, the CDC, and the American Society of Addiction Medicine
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Related Conditions & Programs

Dual Diagnosis

PTSD, depression, and anxiety are common alongside opioid addiction — we treat all conditions simultaneously.

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PHP Program

Our most intensive outpatient level provides the daily clinical support that early opioid recovery demands.

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Medication Management

Our medical team manages buprenorphine and naltrexone prescriptions with careful monitoring and adjustment.

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