Services / Medication Management & MAT
MENTAL HEALTH & SUBSTANCE USE CARE
Medication Management & MAT
Thoughtful care in Lewiston and Wilton, Maine.
Medication can be one part of feeling better and building a steadier life. Our nurse practitioners and physician work with you to understand your needs, discuss options, and follow your progress.
● Accepting new clients
Apply yourself or through a referral. An application starts the review process; it does not book an appointment.
Contact us for general questions.
Care at a glance
WHO WE SERVE
Generally teenagers and adults; eligibility is individual
APPOINTMENTS
In person and by telehealth; some medications require in-person visits
COUNSELING
Counseling through Avalon is required for both services
PAYMENT
We accept MaineCare, self-pay, and select private insurance plans. Please contact us to confirm coverage.
INJECTIONS
Administered at Lewiston only
A PLAN BUILT AROUND YOU
Medication, counseling, and ongoing support
Your care begins with a conversation about your health, goals, and what has or hasn’t helped. Together, we consider whether medication is appropriate and how it can fit alongside counseling through Avalon.
Mental health medication management
We support low-to-moderate-acuity mental health needs, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, PTSD, OCD, etc. Our prescribers assess symptoms, discuss possible benefits and side effects, and review how treatment is working over time.
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
MAT brings medication and counseling together to treat opioid and alcohol use disorders. We also provide individualized care for a wide range of other addictive disorders, using counseling and medication when appropriate. Treatment is tailored to each person’s needs and may include medication for co-occurring mental health conditions.
Our outpatient services may not meet every level of need. We’ll discuss the fit of our services and alternative options when appropriate.
NEW TREATMENT OPTIONS AT AVALON
Long-acting injections for opioid use disorder
Sublocade and Brixadi release buprenorphine gradually over time to help manage opioid cravings and withdrawal. For some people, an injection may replace daily buprenorphine as part of an individual treatment plan.
Sublocade
A monthly, long-acting buprenorphine injection administered by a healthcare professional.
Brixadi
A long-acting buprenorphine injection available on a weekly or monthly schedule, administered by a healthcare professional.
Injections are given at Lewiston only
Clients receiving care through Wilton may travel to Lewiston for injectable treatment. Your provider will discuss the schedule and in-person visits with you.
These options are not right for everyone. Your provider will review eligibility, benefits, risks, side effects, and other medications before recommending a plan. Keep follow-up visits and talk with your provider about any concerns.
WORKING TOGETHER
What to expect from your care
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Start with an assessment
We’ll discuss your symptoms or substance use concerns, health history, current medications, and goals. This helps us understand the level of care and treatment options that may be appropriate.
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Take part in counseling at Avalon
Counseling through Avalon is required alongside both general mental health medication management and MAT. Counseling gives you space to work on coping skills, patterns, and everyday challenges while your prescriber manages medication.
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Stay connected with follow-up
Follow-up visits give you and your provider a chance to review symptoms, side effects, progress, and changing needs. Some visits can happen by telehealth; certain medications require in-person appointments.
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Complete testing if required
Drug testing is required for MAT at least once a month, with more frequent testing when clinically indicated. This MAT testing requirement does not automatically apply to mental health medication management; your provider will explain any testing needed for your care.
HELPFUL TO KNOW
Common questions
Do I need to see a counselor at Avalon?
Yes. Counseling through Avalon is required for both mental health medication management and MAT. Counseling with an outside provider does not meet this requirement.
Can I have appointments by telehealth?
We offer in-person and telehealth care through Lewiston and Wilton. Certain medications require in-person visits. All injectable medications are administered at our Lewiston location, including for eligible Wilton clients who travel there.
Who can apply?
We generally serve teenagers and adults. Our team reviews individual needs and eligibility, including whether a particular medication and level of care are appropriate. Applying does not guarantee acceptance or a specific prescription.
What payment options are available?
We accept MaineCare, self-pay, and select private insurance plans. Please contact us to confirm coverage.
What happens after I apply?
After you submit your application, our team will review it and call you to discuss whether our services are a good fit for your needs. If they are, we’ll help you take the next steps toward enrollment. If our services aren’t the right fit, we’ll discuss alternative options with you. Submitting an application does not book an appointment.
Do I need a referral?
You can apply yourself or come through a referral. Use the online enrollment page to start an application, or call 207-333-1080 with general questions.
Let’s talk about your next step
Start an application or call to learn more about Medication Management & MAT at Avalon. Our team will review your needs and contact you by phone.
The contact form is for general questions. Please don’t send private health information through the general contact form.
Submitting an application starts a review; it does not book an appointment or guarantee enrollment.