Medication can quiet cravings and withdrawal enough that the rest of recovery becomes possible. At Silver Lining Recovery in Huntington Beach, medication assisted treatment is not a standalone prescription service. It is medical and psychiatric support built into a structured outpatient program, so the medication side of your care and the therapy side of your care are handled by one team that talks to each other.
Key Takeaways
- Medication assisted treatment, or MAT, combines FDA-approved medication with counseling and structured therapy for opioid and alcohol use disorders.
- Silver Lining Recovery is an outpatient provider. We deliver medication evaluation, management, and coordination inside our PHP, IOP, Evening IOP, Outpatient, and Virtual IOP programs.
- Which medication fits you, if any, is a clinical decision made by your treating medical provider after a full assessment. We do not decide that from a website.
- Evening and virtual options mean medication check-ins and therapy can happen outside work hours.
- Coverage varies by plan, so we run a free benefits check before you commit to anything.
What Medication Assisted Treatment Is, And Who It Helps
MAT pairs FDA-approved medication with counseling and behavioral therapy to treat opioid use disorder and alcohol use disorder. SAMHSA describes the combination as the standard of care, because the medication reduces cravings and withdrawal while therapy addresses what drives the use in the first place. Neither half works as well alone.
The medication is not a substitute for recovery work. It lowers the volume on withdrawal and craving enough that you can actually show up for the work.
MAT may be worth discussing with a clinician if:
- You are using prescription or illicit opioids and want to stop or cut back.
- Alcohol use is affecting your health, your work, or your relationships, and stopping on your own has not held.
- You have completed withdrawal management or a hospital stay and want support that lowers relapse risk.
- You have tried therapy alone and cravings kept pulling you back.
- You are managing a mental health condition alongside substance use and need both addressed together.
An important note on scope
Silver Lining Recovery is an outpatient program. We are certified by the California Department of Health Care Services and accredited by The Joint Commission for outpatient addiction and mental health treatment.
We do not operate a detox unit, a residential facility, or an opioid treatment program. When someone needs medically supervised withdrawal management before outpatient care is safe, we coordinate that referral and then receive them into PHP or IOP when they step down. Methadone for opioid use disorder is dispensed only through federally certified opioid treatment programs, so it is never something we provide on site. If methadone is the right fit for you, we will say so and help you connect with a licensed program while we support the therapy side of your care.
The Medications Used In MAT
The table below is general education, not a recommendation. Every medication listed is FDA-approved for the indication shown. What you are prescribed, if anything, is determined by a licensed medical provider after evaluating your history, your health, and your goals.
Medication | How it works | Approved for | Typical setting |
|---|---|---|---|
Buprenorphine | Partial opioid agonist that reduces cravings and eases withdrawal | Opioid use disorder | Office-based or telehealth prescriber |
Naltrexone (oral) | Opioid antagonist that blocks the rewarding effects of alcohol and opioids | Alcohol use disorder, and opioid use disorder once opioid-free | Outpatient prescriber |
Extended-release naltrexone | Monthly injectable form of the same antagonist | Alcohol use disorder, and opioid use disorder once opioid-free | Outpatient or injection clinic |
Acamprosate | Neuromodulator used to support abstinence | Alcohol use disorder | Outpatient prescriber |
Methadone | Full opioid agonist requiring daily supervised dosing | Opioid use disorder | Federally certified opioid treatment program only |
Dependence on a prescribed medication is not the same thing as addiction. Physical dependence is an expected, managed part of some medication plans, and a good clinical team monitors it, discusses it openly with you, and plans for tapering if and when that becomes the goal.
How Medication Support Fits Into Our Programs
Most people searching for MAT do not need a prescription in isolation. They need a program around it, and a program is what we build.
Medication review, psychiatric check-ins, and coordination with your prescriber are woven into whichever level of care fits your life, and the intensity of that support shifts as you stabilize.
Level of care | Intensity | Typical schedule | Medication support | Best fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) | Highest outpatient | Weekday daytime | Most frequent clinical review, as clinically appropriate | Early stabilization, or stepping down from a higher level of care |
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) | Moderate | Several days per week | Regular review alongside therapy progress | Structured therapy while managing daily responsibilities |
Evening IOP | Moderate | Evenings | Check-ins scheduled outside work hours | Working professionals, students, caregivers |
Virtual IOP | Moderate | Remote sessions | Coordinated through secure telehealth | Remote clients, tight schedules, transportation barriers |
Outpatient Program (OP) | Lowest | Weekly or as needed | Longer intervals as you stabilize | Long-term maintenance and step-down |
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When Mental Health Is Part Of The Picture
Anxiety, depression, PTSD, and bipolar disorder frequently sit underneath substance use. Treating one and ignoring the other is how people end up back where they started.
Our clinical team screens for co-occurring conditions at intake and builds a single plan that covers both. Psychiatric medication management and substance-use medication support come from the same team, which means fewer contradictory instructions, safer prescribing decisions, and a therapist who actually knows what your prescriber changed last week.
Conditions we treat alongside substance use
Ready To Start? Two Ways In.
Every admission starts with a free, confidential assessment. No commitment, no cost, and you talk to a real admissions counselor rather than a call center.
We work with most major insurance providers and confirm your benefits before your first appointment. Coverage and out-of-pocket costs vary by plan, so verification is the only way to know what yours includes.
What to Expect When You Start
- Assessment. A confidential conversation about your history, your goals, and what has and has not worked before. No paperwork marathon before anyone talks to you.
- Insurance verification. We confirm your benefits and explain what your plan covers before treatment begins. Bring your insurance card and a photo ID.
- Clinical review. A licensed clinician reviews your medical and substance-use history, current medications, and any allergies. Bring a current medication list if you have one.
- Your treatment plan. You and your clinical team agree on a level of care, a therapy schedule, and whether medication management belongs in the plan.
- Ongoing review. Your plan gets adjusted as your first stretch of treatment shows what is working. Schedules can shift between daytime, evening, and virtual as your life changes.
Insurance & Payment
We are an insurance-led outpatient provider, and verification comes before your first appointment so you know where you stand.
Insurance providers we work with include:
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Blue Shield of California
- Cigna
- Health Net
- TRICARE
Not on the list? We can still check your benefits. Being in-network or out-of-network, your deductible, and your plan’s requirements all affect what you pay, which is exactly what verification is for.
We cannot confirm coverage until your insurer completes benefits verification. Nobody can, and any provider who tells you otherwise before running your benefits is guessing.
Our Huntington Beach Location
Silver Lining Recovery 16168 Beach Blvd, Suite 100 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (866) 681-0927, info@silverliningrecovery.com
We serve clients across Orange County, Los Angeles County, and Riverside County. Virtual IOP extends group and individual therapy to people who cannot make the drive.
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Why Choose Silver Lining Recovery
Treatment that fits a real schedule. Evening IOP and Virtual IOP exist because most people cannot disappear for a month. You will not have to put your life on hold.
A plan built for you, not a template. Your level of care, therapy mix, and whether medication belongs in the plan all come out of your assessment.
Substance use and mental health, together. Dual-diagnosis care is standard here rather than an add-on, and one team handles both.
A veterans and active military track. Clinicians who understand military culture, and a program built around service-related trauma and pain.
A real person on the phone. You speak with an admissions counselor, not a call center, and groups stay small enough that people know your name.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Does Silver Lining Recovery provide medication assisted treatment?
We provide outpatient addiction and mental health treatment that includes medication evaluation, medication management, and coordination of MAT as part of your clinical plan. Medication decisions are made by your treating medical provider after a full assessment. We do not operate a detox unit or an opioid treatment program, and we will tell you clearly if a different setting is the safer fit.
Is medication-assisted treatment just replacing one drug with another?
No. MAT medications are prescribed at controlled doses to stabilize brain chemistry, reduce cravings, and make therapy possible. They are used under clinical supervision as part of a treatment plan, which is what separates treatment from continued substance use.
What medications are used in medication-assisted treatment?
For opioid use disorder, the FDA-approved options are buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone. For alcohol use disorder, they are naltrexone, acamprosate, and disulfiram. Methadone is dispensed only through certified opioid treatment programs, which is a different license from ours.
Is there a newer name for MAT?
For opioid treatment specifically, many organizations now use MOUD, meaning medications for opioid use disorder. The shift in wording is meant to make clear that medication is treatment in its own right, not an accessory to it.
How long does someone stay on MAT?
There is no fixed length. Some people take medication for months, others for much longer, and that decision belongs to you and your prescriber based on how you are doing. Stopping is a clinical decision, not a deadline.
Are there side effects?
Every medication has possible side effects, and they vary by medication and by person. Your prescriber reviews the risks with you before you start and monitors how you respond. Tell your clinical team about any other medications or conditions, including pregnancy.
Can I keep working while I am in treatment?
Outpatient care exists for exactly that reason. Evening IOP is built for people with day jobs and classes, and Virtual IOP removes the commute. Ask your admissions counselor about scheduling around your specific hours.
Can my family be involved?
Yes, with your consent. Family involvement helps recovery hold up at home, and your team can talk through what makes sense for your situation.
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Medically Reviewed By
Last reviewed: August 28, 2026
Dr. Stefani LaFrenierre serves as Medical Director at Silver Lining Recovery, overseeing the medical and psychiatric care that supports each client's treatment. She brings extensive experience in addiction medicine and is dedicated to safe, evidence-based care at every stage of recovery.