Medication Management

In our outpatient setting, medication is never a quick fix or one-size-fits-all solution. Medication management is a carefully considered tool, used alongside therapy and community support to reduce cravings and create the stability needed for deeper healing.

Our team works closely with you to understand what’s working, what’s not, and how to adjust as your recovery evolves. In tandem with our other approaches, medication management can help to provide additional support.

What Is Medication Management?

Medication management is a collaborative approach that ensures any medications used during recovery are prescribed safely, monitored closely, and adjusted as needed. We understand that sometimes medication can help those in early recovery be able to focus on their healing.

At MLB Recovery, this process includes:

A thorough clinical assessment to understand your needs
Personalized medication plans tailored to your goals
Ongoing monitoring to track effectiveness and side effects
Transparent conversations about how medication fits into your recovery
Coordination with your full care team to ensure continuity

This kind of structured support can ease symptoms of withdrawal, reduce relapse risk, and support mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, or trauma, especially during early recovery.

When Is Medication Helpful in Outpatient Recovery?

Outpatient addiction recovery in New Jersey can be incredibly effective, but it requires staying grounded and consistent while navigating real life. That’s why medication, when used intentionally, can be a powerful support.

Medication management may be right for you if you are:

Managing strong cravings that interfere with daily life
Coping with post-acute withdrawal symptoms that make it hard to stay engaged in therapy
Facing co-occurring mental health challenges such as depression or PTSD
Transitioning from inpatient care and needing additional structure
Looking to stabilize your recovery while continuing to live and work in your community

At MLB Recovery, we’ll help you explore your options without pressure. Whether medication becomes part of your plan or not, your voice will always be heard.

GeneSight Testing for Personalized Care

When it comes to medication, what works for one person may not work for another. We offer GeneSight testing as part of our medication management approach. This simple, non-invasive genetic test helps our clinical team understand how your body may respond to specific psychiatric medications.

By using GeneSight testing, we can make more informed decisions about which medications are likely to be most effective. We can also identify which medications may cause unwanted side effects.

It’s one more way we personalize your care and help you feel more confident and supported in your recovery journey.

Medication Management That Honors Your Whole Story

You are more than your symptoms or your substance use. That’s why our care goes beyond prescriptions. In addition to medication management, we offer:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Helps you identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns that can fuel substance use. CBT focuses on practical tools you can use in everyday life.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Teaches skills like emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness. DBT is especially supportive for individuals navigating intense emotions or co-occurring mental health concerns.

Trauma-Informed Therapy

Many people who struggle with addiction have experienced trauma. Our trauma-informed approach creates a safe space to explore the past while staying focused on healing in the present.

Group and Individual Counseling

One-on-one sessions provide personal guidance, while group therapy offers peer connection, shared growth, and real-time support.

12-Step Recovery

The 12 steps offer a structured and spiritually grounded path to healing. At MLB Recovery, you’ll have the opportunity to explore these principles in a setting that encourages reflection, accountability, and community connection.

Holistic Therapies

Healing involves the body, mind, and spirit. We offer holistic care options like yoga, mindfulness practices, and sound therapy to reduce stress, restore balance, and promote inner peace.

Every piece of your treatment plan works together. It’s designed to support not just short-term relief, but long-term healing.

Why Choose MLB Recovery

We know recovery is more than ceasing the use of substances. It’s about helping you reconnect with all of who you are. Our outpatient programs, including Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and Outpatient Program (OP), offer:

Personalized treatment plans that reflect your needs and values
A safe, respectful space where your experiences are honored
Clinicians who listen first and guide with compassion
The flexibility to recover while living your life without stepping away from it

Whether you’re exploring medication for the first time or looking to refine an existing plan, we’re here to help you make informed, confident choices.

Experience Outpatient Care, Full-Hearted Healing

You don’t have to figure it all out on your own. Reach out to us today at MLB Recovery to get personalized outpatient addiction treatment with optional medication management.