MAT Opioid Treatment in Utah
Skycloud specializes in outpatient opioid addiction treatment programs in Utah, which allow individuals to live at home while receiving therapy, family support, and medication-assisted treatment (MAT). MAT, using medications like Buprenorphine, Methadone, or Naltrexone, significantly reduces illicit drug use, overdose risk, and relapse, especially when paired with therapy and ongoing support. Skycloud enhances treatment with GeneSight testing to personalize medication based on genetics and addresses co-occurring mental health disorders. Success in recovery is supported by individualized holistic care, long-term medication management, therapy, and local support networks.
Skycloud provides Oregon-based MAT and comprehensive addiction care, including psychotherapy and medication management, with intake available within a week.
Skycloud is a substance use disorder treatment provider dedicated to supporting clients in Utah along their path to addiction recovery. With medication-assisted treatment services and therapeutic interventions, we seek to deliver care that addresses all aspects of well-being. We are equipped to offer both in-person and online treatment options for clients in Salt Lake City, St. George, Lehi, and beyond. If you or a loved one are grappling with drug abuse and are seeking quality behavioral health treatment, our team can help. Reach out today to learn more about our substance abuse treatment programs in Utah.
Opioid Trends in Utah
Throughout Utah, the rates of prescription opioids have decreased, yet prescription opioids remain the most common opioid associated with overdose deaths throughout the state.
In 2023, there was a nearly 15 percent increase in the number of drug overdose deaths involving opioids, with Fentanyl as the most common overdose death-related opioid.
The number of overdose deaths involving Fentanyl increased over the last 10 years by 1,160 percent. Almost half of overdose deaths in 2023 involved Fentanyl, and though the rate of prescription opioids has decreased across Utah, Fentanyl related deaths have increased.
Addressing the Opioid Problem in Utah
To help address the increased risk of drug overdose and poisoning incidents throughout the state, the Utah Department of Health and Human Services has worked hard to distribute naloxone kits, alongside opioid education programs, and funding expansion for treatment opportunities, especially in rural areas. This means finding addiction treatment in Utah is more accessible to everyone.
Finding the Right Opioid Treatment in Utah
If you are looking for addiction treatment, Utah can provide two main types of care: inpatient or outpatient.
At Skycloud, we specialize in outpatient programs. Studies indicate that comprehensive outpatient programs can be just as successful as inpatient programs.
The most important difference for most people is that with outpatient programs, you get to live at home and go to your treatment center or clinic during the day. This means the clinic might provide one meal (normally lunch), but you provide the others as well as your transportation.
The added benefit here is that it greatly reduces your costs because the treatment centers don’t have to cover the cost of full-time staff and supervision or provide private rooms and related facilities.
Outpatient treatment can provide individual and group therapy as well as access to family therapy and support groups. This is highly recommended for people who have less severe addictions, strong support systems at home, and can manage their daily responsibilities while also attending their treatment program.
Outpatient care can be a step down from an inpatient program, but it doesn’t have to be.
At Skycloud, we provide outpatient programs, with specialty programs for Transgender and LGBTQI+ Affirming Care.
Why Use MAT for OUD
The use of medication-assisted treatment supports overall reduction in illicit drug use, overdose risk, and mortality. In fact, those who start a treatment plan and continue with that plan, including additional support groups after treatment, can see substantial recovery; with 90% sustaining their sobriety at least 2 years after treatment.
Medications Used
It’s important to know that success rates for MAT can vary based on an individual and on the types of medication used.
At Skycloud, we specialize in providing GeneSight Testing, a comprehensive psychotropic testing option that determines the potential efficacy of different medications based on your genetic composition.
Co-Occurring Care
Understanding which medications are more likely to be effective based on your body and genes can increase the likelihood of choosing the right medication to help you through your recovery, especially if you have co-occurring mental health disorders.
With co-occurring disorders, it is important that you find the right type of treatment program to tackle both OUD and mental health at the same time, with medication-assisted treatment to deal with cravings and genetically appropriate medication to help with symptoms of any mental health disorders.
Ongoing Support
We also work hard to prepare you for the next steps after completing your outpatient program, with access to local support groups that can decrease your risk of relapse long-term.
Success Rates for MAT
Traditional medication-free therapy programs for opioid use disorder have relatively low success rates, with studies indicating a range between 5 and 15 percent. This can lead to relapse early in recovery as well as a higher risk of opioid overdoses and overdose deaths.
The use of medication-assisted treatment substantially increases this recovery rate, with averages resting around 60 percent of those who participate in a program and 90 percent of those who complete their program.
MAT for OUD has found that of the same 90 percent who are able to remain opioid free after one or two years in sobriety, over 60 percent were also free from any other substances.
This is very important as MAT can substantially reduce the risk of mortality and overdose, and small factors like ongoing support group meetings in the local area can bolster this forward momentum, encouraging a more sustainable recovery.
What Contributes to MAT Success
Several factors contribute to the success of MAT for OUD:
- Individualized Holistic Care: Having an individualized plan can go a long way toward meeting your needs
- Medication Management: Long-term approaches can help with medication maintenance
- MAT and Therapy: A combination of medication and therapy is more likely to address the physical withdrawal and cravings, as well as the psychological components of addiction
At Skycloud, our team knows how important it is to meet all of your needs. Whether you are struggling with an opioid use disorder or co-occurring mental health disorders, we will undergo a comprehensive evaluation to ensure you are getting the most personalized treatment. Our goal is to have a deep understanding of your needs as a client before we curate a plan.
Our team offers specialized medication management services to ensure a long-term approach to your recovery. In addition to the genetic testing that we provide, we continue to monitor the efficacy of any medication you are prescribed so that you get the best results.
At Skycloud, you can expect to participate in evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral therapy to help you better understand addiction, your personal triggers, and what coping mechanisms you can use moving forward.
Find Utah Opioid Addiction Services
If you are struggling with an opioid addiction, our team can provide specialized MAT programs. With the right medication and a combination of holistic care and therapy, you can work with our team throughout the course of your program to overcome cravings, build your emotional resilience, and develop comprehensive coping skills.
Call Skycloud today at 503-967-2476.
