Medication Assisted Treatment

Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery

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Trauma-Informed Care

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is a compassionate and practical approach that combines FDA-approved medications with comprehensive therapies to help ease cravings and withdrawal symptoms.

At Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery, we specialize in creating personalized MAT programs for individuals dealing with opioid and alcohol addiction in Denver and surrounding areas.

Our approach includes medication, behavioral therapies, case management, and peer support to guide you toward a comprehensive recovery. If you’re ready to start your journey to a healthier, addiction-free life, then do not hesitate to contact us.

WHAT IS MEDICATION-ASSISTED TREATMENT?

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) offers a compassionate and evidence-based approach to help individuals struggling with substance use disorders, especially those dealing with opioid and alcohol addiction. By combining FDA-approved medications with counseling and behavioral therapies, MAT aims to provide comprehensive support for individuals seeking treatment. The medications used in MAT work to restore balance to brain chemistry, reduce the pleasurable effects of alcohol and opioids, alleviate physical cravings, and promote overall wellness without the harmful impacts of the substances being abused.

This holistic treatment approach is designed to improve patient survival and retention in treatment and empower individuals to pursue and maintain employment, ultimately fostering a more stable and fulfilling life.CMAR medication-assisted treatment programs offers:

Benefits of Alcohol Medication-Assisted Treatment

Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is a highly effective option for individuals struggling with alcohol use disorder and opioid addiction.

It significantly reduces withdrawal symptoms and cravings, preventing relapse and supporting sustained recovery. MAT also stabilizes brain chemistry, lowering the risk of overdose and blocking the euphoric effects of alcohol.

Additionally, it improves patient retention in treatment programs, enhances social functioning, and increases the likelihood of gaining and maintaining employment. By addressing both the physical and psychological aspects of addiction, MAT provides a comprehensive path to recovery and long-term sobriety.

MAT effectively reduces withdrawal symptoms and cravings
Prevents relapse and supports sustained recovery
Stabilizes brain chemistry, lowering the risk of overdose
Blocks the euphoric effects of opioids and alcohol
Improves patient retention in treatment programs

Medications Used in MAT

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) utilizes several FDA-approved medications that are specifically designed to help manage withdrawal symptoms, reduce cravings, and support long-term recovery from substance use disorders. The most commonly used medications in MAT include:

Trauma-informed care is a way of recognizing this reality and providing real help for those who have experienced trauma. It reduces fear and promotes healing through respect, understanding, safety, trustworthiness, collaboration, and self-empowerment.

Suboxone helps manage withdrawal symptoms and reduce cravings by binding to the same receptors in the brain as other opioids but without producing the same euphoric effects.

Subutex is buprenorphine, a partial opioid agonist that helps manage withdrawal symptoms and reduce cravings.

A long-acting opioid agonist that reduces withdrawal symptoms and cravings in individuals addicted to heroin or other opioids

Specifically for alcohol dependence, this medication helps restore the balance of neurotransmitters in the brain and reduces cravings.

Who Are the Best Candidates for MAT?

Medication-assisted treatment can be beneficial for any individual struggling with a substance use disorder, particularly those with an addiction to opioids and alcohol. However, it’s important to note that MAT isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution.

Those who have a diagnosed addiction and are willing to comply with all components of a comprehensive treatment plan, including medication management, counseling, and behavioral therapies.

Have attempted other forms of treatment and found them ineffective.

Are healthy enough to take the prescribed medications and can commit to regular check-ups.

These individuals are often able to reap the most benefits from MAT. However, the ultimate decision should be made in collaboration with healthcare providers who can assess the patient’s overall health, addiction history, and readiness to change.

At Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery, we understand the unique challenges of recovery and work closely with our patients to determine the best treatment plan for their needs.

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What CMAR Patients Say

95% of CMAR customers recommend us.

Ozz Harrison

20:22 29 Mar 25

Highly recommend this place if you are looking for an outpatient program. The staff is very knowledgeable and experienced. I gained a lot of knowledge from IOP that I will carry with me on my life’s journey.

Response from the owner 22:55 05 May 25

Wow, thank you so much for sharing this! It means so much to us to hear about the effect we have, truly.

Alisha Chavez-Sanchez

19:08 19 Mar 25

I want to thank the CMAR staff most especially Kirstin for helping arrange inpatient care for my brother at the life or death juncture in his life. Kirstin made this happen literally in hours; as we all know time is if the essence in these critical situations. If you or a loved one are in need of addiction support, care, guidance, or in patient treatment….L👀K NO FURTHER; I promise you connecting with this office will change the rest of your life into the ones that have previously just been unattainable dreams❣️Accept the gifts this provider has to offer……#MAKETHECALL

Response from the owner 21:02 27 Mar 25

Thank you so very much for your feedback. It means the world to us 🙂

Weston Flowers

18:36 28 Feb 25

Love working with CMAR. I refer to them whenever possible. Phenomenal staff who care about the client experience. Would absolutely recommend CMAR.

Mark Blakeley

16:10 28 Feb 25

As another addiction treatment provider, we work with CMAR and have never been disappointed in the professional communication and care that they give to clients. They have a warm and professional staff that make people feel welcome and cared for.

Alex Hernandez

00:41 25 Dec 23

Like so many others… unfortunately, after having 13 years clean I had a hand surgery and opened up the doorway to a relapse… Luckily, it was only a couple months before making the decision to change my life once again…I found my way in to CMAR, which is medication assisted recovery… but beyond that, they do so much more after getting past that, the level of professionalism that you receive from the counselors, and everybody on staff is amazing! I was in multiple programs years ago…. Nothing compares to this one! CMAR has saved my life!

Response from the owner 22:24 07 Jan 24

We can’t thank you enough for your thoughtful feedback, and are honored to have helped make a difference.

Scott Lister

15:59 12 Oct 23

CMAR is a top notch program with an excellent staff. High integrity, clinical excellence, and solid core values. Everything you want for mental healthcare for your loved ones. As a mental health professional myself, I have sent many people their way and trust in the care they provide. Great work CMAR.

Chris Sherman

14:12 09 Oct 23

So grateful to this place

Response from the owner 17:31 25 Oct 23

Thank you so much! We really appreciate your feedback 🙂

tara garcia

00:17 20 Apr 23

I have been to other iop programs and this is the only program that keeps my interest and is NOT boring. On Fridays we engage in art/music therapy or watch a movie, for example pixar’s Inside Out. I truly look forward to going and I am going to miss the staff and clients when I graduate. CMAR makes recovery fun!!

Response from the owner 03:59 20 Apr 23

Thank you, Tara! That means so much to us. We work really hard to craft engaging, meaningful and evidence-based curricula, and really appreciate when it’s appreciated.

Jeremiah White

21:58 16 Feb 23

In order for me to live a genuine life, I must be abstinent from alcohol. The pleasures of substance use disorder had left me with a DWAI, DUI, and many years of court ordered programs. This includes years of probation, ordered UA screenings, and countless hours of community service. Also, a handful of destroyed relationships, countless moments of remorse, and thousands, if not, hundreds of thousands of dollars. Who knows…

Nothing would stand in my way of a drink. My actions revolved around minimizing consequences to decisions that would reap the best benefit of this disorder. This disease manipulates you and as a result, you manipulate everyone around you just to fulfill a falsely created ritual.

After spending another round in rehab, I started an intensive outpatient program at CMAR. I recently graduated and started in their regular outpatient program. I get to see a certified counselor every week in addition to fixed flexible courses. This place saved my life. I don’t take that lightly and I’m not exercising my freedom of speech just to say it. I mean it, CMAR’s professional staff and programs saved my life.

I just hit the 7 month mark of my sobriety. I’m happy, in every sense of the word, in a way that I haven’t been in many years. For anyone out there struggling, please recognize, I know exactly what you’re going through. I’m not unique in any way. I just decided that my life is worth living without substances.

I believe that taking your first step to accepting this truth is going to be the hardest. Please consider allowing CMAR to help you ground this decision. It’s the most important choice you’ll ever make. The road to recovery is not an easy one. The greatest part of all the difficulty is that we’re not alone. CMAR develops serious relationships with others through intense attributable work.

Since this is working for me, I have no doubt in my heart that it will work for you. Please take action because it’s already too late. For a lot of people, they never got to this realization. I hope to see you soon in one of the classes.
Peace and grace be with you,
Jeremiah White

Response from the owner 22:25 07 Jan 24

Wow, thank you so much for your feedback about your experience. We are humbled by, and grateful for your feedback.

Kori Riley

02:34 16 Dec 22

I can’t say enough about CMAR. Their responsiveness in a time of need made all the difference in the world. The groups are scheduled so that outpatient therapy is convenient. The group therapy is invaluable. The staff is approachable, and relates exceptionally well to their clients. Highly recommend.

Response from the owner 22:27 07 Jan 24

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us!

Chrisna Prom

04:37 24 Aug 22

I Highly recommend this program (CMAR) if you’re struggling with an addiction great staff overall from the medical group , Case Management and all the therapist Also the people I met there are awesome Ive been here one month already and I’m so glad I found them it was the best thing to ever happen to me they actually care and want to help you! Don’t hesitate to contact them if you need the help!

Response from the owner 22:44 07 Jan 24

Thank you so much!

Kandice Eakes

17:32 15 Jan 21

I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to work with Michael and his team at CMAR. They provide exceptional, patient-centered care and are a wonderful community resource when it comes to state-of-the-art addiction treatment. They provide an integrative and evidenced based approach to addiction treatment; above all, they truly care about each individual patient. You can’t go wrong putting your trust in CMAR. I highly recommend!!

Why Choose Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery

At CMAR, we understand that long-lasting recovery demands much more than a prescription. Recovery is a challenging personal journey of incremental change, and medication is only one element of treatment.

We know that many people suffering from substance use disorder may also have co-occurring other mental health conditions, such as depression and anxiety. We look at the family, social supports, and prior history of trauma and develop individual treatment plans accordingly. We believe treating mental health alongside addiction is an indispensable part of our opioid addiction treatment programs and alcohol addiction treatment programs.

We help our patients identify the causes of anger, fear, sadness, and loneliness and provide tools to cope effectively so they don’t cause a relapse.

Seeking help for a loved one?

There’s hope for a better, drug and alcohol-free life. If you or a loved one is seeking help for an opioid, benzo, or alcohol addiction, CMAR can provide the support and resources needed to get you on the path to recovery.

Take the First Step Toward Recovery

There is always hope for a better, drug and alcohol-free life. If you or someone you care about is struggling with opioid, benzo, or alcohol addiction, CMAR is here to offer the support and resources needed to start the journey to recovery. Our MAT program combines medication-assisted treatment with psychotherapy, case management services, and peer support for sustained recovery.

Please don’t wait to get some help. Contact us at (833) 448-0127 or online to discover more about MAT and our addiction treatment services in Denver and the surrounding areas. With the proper support, you can take control of your life.

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Common Questions

What does CMAR stand for?

CMAR stands for Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery.

Is CMAR only focused on Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)?

No, CMAR offers more than just MAT and does not provide independent MAT or medical services.

Which insurance providers is CMAR in-network with?

CMAR is in-network with: Aetna; Anthem; Beacon; Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS); Cigna; Kaiser Permanente (for policies where Beacon serves as the behavioral health provider); Optum; UnitedHealthcare (UHC); and UMR.

Can CMAR work with out-of-network (OON) or Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) policies?

Yes, CMAR can accept and work with OON or HMO policies.

Does CMAR offer payment plans for treatment costs?

Yes, payment plans are available.

Is CMAR required to collect any payments at the time of admission?

Yes, in-network providers are legally obligated to attempt to collect the policy’s deductible at the time of admission.

What specialty groups does CMAR offer?

Women’s groups, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Inner Child groups, and Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) external support groups.

What additional services does CMAR provide?

Case management, Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT), and MAT/medical services.

When did CMAR open?

We began operations on June 1, 2020.

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