Psychiatric Evaluations
Comprehensive assessments that build a clear picture of your mental health and guide an individualized treatment plan.
Learn moreConditions We Treat
Opioid Use Disorder
Evidence based care for dependence on prescription opioids, fentanyl, heroin, or other opioid substances.
Overview of Opioid Use Disorder
Opioid use disorder is a medical condition involving changes in craving, control, tolerance, and withdrawal. Overdose risk is especially high with fentanyl and with return to use after a period of abstinence.
Medication can reduce withdrawal and cravings and lower overdose risk. The right option depends on health, current use, prior treatment, and individual goals.
Common symptoms
- Strong cravings
- Using more than intended
- Tolerance or withdrawal
- Difficulty reducing or stopping use
- Continued use despite harm
- Time spent obtaining, using, or recovering from opioids
How it can affect daily life
Opioid use disorder can affect breathing, physical health, mood, employment, finances, and relationships. Shame and fear often make it harder to ask for care.
When to seek professional help
- There has been an overdose or exposure to fentanyl
- Withdrawal or cravings make it difficult to stop
- Opioid use is affecting safety, health, work, or relationships
How Alliance evaluates and treats Opioid Use Disorder
We provide a confidential assessment and discuss medication options, mental health needs, therapy, recovery support, and overdose prevention. Emergency or supervised withdrawal care may be recommended when needed.
Frequently asked questions
This information is educational and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Treatment plans and outcomes vary by individual — only a qualified clinician can evaluate your situation.
Related services
Medication Management
Careful prescribing, monitoring, and adjustment of psychiatric medications, always at the lowest effective dose.
Learn moreAddiction Treatment
Evidence-based, nonjudgmental care for substance use disorders, including medication-assisted treatment.
Learn moreProviders with related experience
Learn more about providers whose published clinical interests relate to this condition. Your appointment request will be matched based on availability and individual needs.
Helpful resources
Crisis & Emergency Resources
If you or someone you know is in crisis, immediate help is available 24/7.
Learn moreReady to Talk About Opioid Use Disorder?
Request an appointment with Alliance Psychiatric Group. Our team will help you find an appropriate provider and visit type.