Houston Substance Abuse Clinic

The Houston Substance Abuse Clinic in Pasadena, Texas, is now closed. While it was operational, they specialized in outpatient medication assisted treatment (MAT) for substance abuse using methadone. This covered several services, including methadone detox.

Methadone clinics like these combine FDA approved medications with traditional talk therapy to address the physical and mental sides of addiction. Medications such as methadone reduce or eliminate cravings, allowing recipients to better focus on their recovery and resist relapse.

While this location is closed, you can find other clinics specializing in MAT nearby.

Curbing Dangerous Behaviors

One thing I feel that isn’t talked about enough is the link that exists between substance use disorder and criminal behavior. It’s estimated by the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence that 80% of criminal offenses leading to incarceration involve illicit substance use in some way. It makes sense because substance misuse can lead to higher aggression and poor judgment.

This clinic advertised one of the benefits of their treatment as being “prevention and elimination of illegal activity.” Given how methadone treatment is typically used for the most severe substance addictions, such as with opiates, this also makes sense. So, if you’ve been justice involved in part or in whole because of your addiction, MAT can help you right the course.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Something interesting this clinic did that I appreciate was accepting walk-ins. It’s the ultimate form of flexibility when it comes to treatment. If you can make it to the office during business hours, you can be seen. Look for a clinic with this feature if you’re worried about fitting treatment into your daily schedule.

The Perks of Pasadena

If you choose to pursue recovery in Pasadena, you can make use of its many parks in your recovery. Strawberry Park and Fairmont Park are just two outdoor spaces where you can kick back, relax, and celebrate your recovery. These natural spots can help you cope with stress, too, acting as a sobriety maintenance tool.