At Elk, we understand that recovery from opioid and other substance use (& co-occurring mental health) disorders is not “one-size-fits-all.” Our Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Program combines safe, evidence-based medications with evaluations, counseling, case management, and 

wraparound support to help clients stabilize, heal, and thrive.

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WHAT IS MAT?

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Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) uses FDA-approved medications — naltrexone, buprenorphine, naloxone and other appropriate medications — alongside behavioral health services and recovery support. This approach reduces withdrawal symptoms, lowers the risk of re-occurrences, and improves long-term health & recovery outcomes.

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THE TEAM ELK APPROACH

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• Psychiatric Advanced Practice Registered Nurse:  Mike has extensive experience in both psychiatry and addiction medicine.  He is Elk's bridge - connecting his medical expertise with our behavioral health care.  He offers comprehensive medical management, including prescribing and monitoring medications, managing co-occurring conditions, and offering medical safety and side effect management.  He offers seamless collaboration with Elk's clinical staff, ensuring continuity of care and streamlined access.  He provides holistic assessments that are trauma-informed and client-centered.  He educates clients about treatment options, helping them make informed choices without stigma or coercion.  He is bilingual - speaking Spanish and English; Mike can tailor medical care to reflect the client's values, language needs, and community context.  He uses evidence-based protocols, tracks outcomes, and educates staff that endorses collaboration.

• Whole-Person Care:  MAT is integrated with our mental health and substance use counseling services, addressing the biological, psychological, social, and spiritual aspects of recovery.

• Trauma-Informed & Client-Centered:  We meet clients where they are, respect individual recovery goals, and tailor care to each person’s needs.

• Team Elk: Our MAT program is managed by a psychiatric Advanced Practice Nurse (P-APRN) with extensive experience in addictions, working alongside master’s-level clinicians, resource navigators, and peer recovery specialists.

• Access & Flexibility: Services are available in our El Paso County office or via secure telehealth to reach rural and underserved communities across Colorado. Evaluations and monitoring can be completed using our telehealth platforms.

 

WHO CAN BENEFIT?

MAT may be right for you if you are living with an opioid use disorder or other substance use disorder and are seeking a safe, supported pathway to recovery. 

 

In addition - if you are struggling with any mental health disorder - you may benefit from a psychiatric workup to evaluate next steps that might include medications.

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GETTING STARTED

Recovery is possible—and you don’t have to do it alone.

Contact us to schedule a confidential consultation

and learn more about how MAT can be part of your recovery journey.