Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) in Waukesha & Milwaukee, Wisconsin
WisHope Recovery Center’s Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Program, based in Waukesha and Milwaukee, offers statewide support across Wisconsin. Aligned with SAMHSA’s national standards, our evidence-based MAT combines FDA-approved medications with counseling and behavioral therapy—proven effective in treating opioid addiction, including heroin and prescription painkillers.
At WRC, we treat opioid addiction with a holistic approach—healing the mind, body, and spirit to support the whole person.
WisHope Recovery’s Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Program has helped thousands of people in Wisconsin achieve lasting recovery. Our personalized approach combines FDA-approved medications with behavioral therapy. This method meets both physical and emotional needs. We care for each client with a complete approach and a kind team. We help them in their healing journey at every level.
Medication- Assisted Treatment (MAT) in Waukesha and Milwaukee, Wisconsin
WisHope Recovery Center’s premier Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Program is based in Waukesha and Milwaukee and serves all of Wisconsin. Our program is fully aligned with SAMHSA’s (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) National Registry of Evidence-based Treatment Programs and Practices. Medication-Assisted Treatment or MAT is the current government-recommended standard in opioid dependence treatment and combines medication with counseling and other types of behavioral therapies. MAT is primarily used for the treatment of addiction to opioids such as heroin and prescription pain relievers that contain opiates.
WRC recognizes how vital the mind, body, and spirit are in their connection to the whole person. We take a holistic approach to treating our Wisconsin community members who are struggling with opioid addiction. Our entire approach is centered around treating the whole person.
Since opening our doors, WisHope Recovery’s Medication-Assisted Treatment Program has helped thousands of individuals in Wisconsin to heal and maintain long-term recovery. We offer a deeply comprehensive and individually tailored program of medication and behavioral therapy that addresses the needs of each client. Through our customized medication-assisted treatment program, a holistic approach just makes sense. It allows for our passionate and qualified staff to meet each person where they are at while tending to their physical and psychological needs and allows them to engage physically, emotionally, and mentally.
FDA Approved Medications for Opioid Addiction
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is the safest, most effective approach to opioid addiction. With over 130 opioid-related deaths daily and millions misusing prescriptions, access to affordable MAT is more critical than ever.
FDA-approved medications include Suboxone, Methadone, and Vivitrol.
These medications help ease the symptoms associated with withdrawal and curb drug cravings. They include:
Methadone
Methadone reduces cravings without making patients sleepy; it is taken once daily in liquid form, allowing patients to feel stable and function normally. Methadone also helps prevent the high from other opiates and eases the symptoms of opioid withdrawal.
Suboxone (also known as Buprenorphine)
Suboxone combines buprenorphine and naloxone to ease opioid withdrawal and reduce cravings. Unlike methadone, it partially binds to opioid receptors and blocks the effects of opioids if used, helping prevent relapse.
Vivitrol
This once-a-month injection reduces opioid cravings, blocks withdrawal symptoms, and helps prevent overdose. Patients must be opioid-free for 14 days before starting.
Benefits of Our Medication-Assisted Treatment Program
WisHope’s Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Program in Waukesha and Milwaukee provides a safe, research-supported method for treating opioid addiction. It combines FDA-approved medications with personalized counseling and behavioral therapy.
This whole-person program helps:
- Normalize brain chemistry and reduce cravings
- Block the effects of opioids and alcohol
- Prevent relapse and strengthen long-term recovery
- Improve treatment retention and survival
- Reduce criminal activity and inpatient detox needs
- Support employment and daily functioning
Our goal: Help individuals reclaim their lives and achieve lasting, healthy recovery.
Our Treatment Modalities
Our Medication-Assisted Treatment Program includes holistic and therapeutic treatment modalities, which are provided by our well-rounded staff and aim to create a semantic and sensory experience in order to heal the whole person. Our treatment modalities include:
Insurance for Medication-Assisted Treatment in Wisconsin
WisHope Recovery Center is covered by most insurances, including United Health Care, UMR, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem, Aetna, Quartz, Forest County Potawatomi, WEA Trust, Cigna, Humana, Exceedent, WPS, and Sanford.
How is a suitable MAT medication chosen for each individual?
Providers assess medical history, substance use patterns, and recovery goals to tailor treatment.
How does MAT help prevent relapse?
By relieving withdrawal, reducing cravings, and blocking pleasurable effects of substances.
What are the public health benefits of MAT?
MAT reduces overdose deaths, crime, and disease transmission, while improving social outcomes.
Is MAT available for alcohol and tobacco dependence?
Yes—MAT includes treatments like naltrexone for alcohol, and bupropion or varenicline for tobacco.
Why does MAT improve treatment retention?
It eases physical discomfort and mental strain, making individuals more likely to stay engaged.
You probably have a ton more questions.
Whether you are a person struggling with addiction or a co-occurring mental health disorder, or a family member, friend, professional, or ally, we are here for you! Helping our Wisconsin recovery community members to find the support they need to live a healthy and full life is what we’re most passionate about.