Medication Assisted Treatment: Amanda Smith's Journey to Holistic Recovery
MAT is just an essential part of our fight against addiction for a variety of reasons. So one is it saves lives. And when you're doing this work and doing the counseling, which is what I was doing a lot of at the time, it's helpful, but it really still isn't getting to those underlying issues.
Curious about how Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) can aid in addiction recovery? In this episode of 'Rockin' Recovery', Amanda Smith takes you on a deep dive into MAT for opiate, meth, and alcohol addictions. Drawing from her own battle with heroin, Amanda shares her experiences with methadone, suboxone, and sublocade. But it’s not just about the meds; she also brings in fresh research on effective MAT for methamphetamine addiction.
Amanda emphasizes the need to address the root causes of addiction, not just the symptoms. As a holistic addiction recovery coach, she integrates mind-body-spirit approaches into her work and highlights the importance of counseling and support in the recovery journey. Amanda also unveils her transformative addiction recovery program, which includes individual and group coaching, educational materials, and innovative energy technologies.
Whether you or a loved one is grappling with addiction, this episode offers a thorough understanding of MAT and holistic recovery methods. Tune in to find out how you can turn your life around.