North Orlando CTC offers outpatient care for adults who are struggling with opioid addiction

LONGWOOD — Adults in the Longwood, Florida, area who are struggling with addictions to heroin, prescription painkillers, or other opioids now have access to a highly effective form of outpatient treatment.

North Orlando Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) provides medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for adults age 18 and older. The center, which opened December 13, is located at 651 W. Warren Ave., Suite 100, in Longwood.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) are among the many respected organizations that recommend MAT as a safe and effective means of achieving recovery from opioid addiction.

Outpatient MAT at North Orlando CTC incorporates medication and counseling.

Following a thorough assessment and a consultation with one of the center’s doctors, patients at North Orlando CTC may receive a prescription for methadone or Suboxone. When used as directed within the context of a licensed MAT program, these medications allow people to end their opioid abuse without experiencing the powerful cravings and painful withdrawal symptoms that would otherwise occur.

In addition to receiving medication, North Orlando CTC patients may also participate in individual and group counseling sessions. These sessions can help patients identify and address the many factors that may have contributed to their opioid abuse and other self-defeating behaviors. During counseling, patients can develop the skills and strategies that will empower them to achieve long-term recovery from opioid addiction.

To learn more about North Orlando CTC, please visit https://www.ctcprograms.com/location/north-orlando-comprehensive-treatment-center/.