Opioid Addiction treatment in North Carolina

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Opioid Addiction Treatment in North Carolina

Opioid addiction, also called opioid use disorder, is a medical condition in which a person cannot stop using opioids despite harm. Ritual Recovery in Asheville, North Carolina, offers outpatient opioid addiction treatment through partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and outpatient care, with dual-diagnosis and trauma-informed support.

If you are searching for opioid addiction treatment in North Carolina, you may be using prescription painkillers, heroin, or fentanyl, or you may be worried about someone who is. Opioid use disorder is treatable, and many people recover. The first step is understanding your options and finding a program that fits your life.

Opioids include prescription painkillers, heroin, and fentanyl.
Treatment usually combines therapy with medical support, and can include medication.
Ritual Recovery offers PHP, IOP, outpatient care, and sober living in Asheville.

What Are Opioids?

Opioids are drugs that act on the brain’s pain and reward systems. Some are prescribed for pain, such as oxycodone, hydrocodone, and morphine. Others are illegal, such as heroin. Illicitly made fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid, is a major risk today.

Opioids can cause physical dependence even when taken as prescribed. Dependence is not the same as addiction, but it can lead to addiction in some people. When use becomes compulsive and harmful, professional treatment can help.

Signs of Opioid Addiction

Common signs include:

Taking opioids in larger amounts or for longer than intended
Strong cravings and failed attempts to cut back
Needing more to get the same effect
Withdrawal symptoms such as aches, sweating, nausea, and anxiety
Continuing to use despite problems at home or work
Running out of prescriptions early or seeking opioids from other sources

If you notice these signs in yourself or someone you love, an assessment is a good next step. If someone may be overdosing, call 911.

Detox and Medication in Opioid Treatment

Opioid withdrawal can be painful and often leads people back to use. Supervised detox helps manage symptoms. Medications used in treatment, such as buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone, can reduce cravings and withdrawal and are an important part of care for many people, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

Ritual Recovery is an outpatient program and does not provide medical detox. Our team can help you plan detox and coordinate medication-assisted treatment when it is clinically appropriate, so your care stays connected.

How We Treat Opioid Addiction

At Ritual Recovery, treatment combines evidence-based methods with trauma-informed and holistic practices. Care may include:

Individual and group therapy
Dual-diagnosis care for depression, anxiety, and trauma
Relapse prevention planning
Coordination of medication when appropriate
Sober living options

Many people who use opioids began after an injury or surgery, or are managing pain, trauma, or mental health symptoms. Understanding what is underneath the use helps you build a recovery that lasts.

Our Programs

Treatment Options at Ritual Recovery

Ritual Recovery is an outpatient program in Asheville, North Carolina. We offer three levels of care, so you can start where you need to and step down as you progress.

Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP):

The most structured outpatient level, with treatment for much of the day while you return home or to supportive housing at night.

Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP):

Several hours of treatment on multiple days each week, so you can keep up with work and family.

Outpatient Program:

Ongoing counseling with a flexible schedule for people further along in recovery.

We also offer sober living and telehealth across North Carolina. We do not provide medical detox or residential care, so if you need medical monitoring for withdrawal, our team can help you plan that step before you start with us.

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What We Treat

Explore our specialty programs and unique offerings at our addiction treatment center in Asheville. We provide multiple options so our clients can experience treatment that leads to long-term, sustainable recovery.

Substance Abuse

Alcohol

Heroin

Cocaine

Fentanyl

Meth

Opioids

Xanax

Prescription Drugs

Dual-Diagnosis

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Borderline Personality

Depression

PTSD/Trauma

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Therapies and Treatment Methods at Ritual Recovery

All clients at Ritual Recovery get individualized treatment plans. We offer medication-assisted treatment, which can be important for some people overcoming Opioid Use Disorder. Our team strives to address the underlying causes of addiction and treats dual-diagnosis disorders when applicable. The programs at Ritual Recovery are comprehensive, offering an extensive range of evidence-based and holistic therapies and treatments that may be a part of your or your loved one’s treatment plan. These include but aren’t limited to the following.

Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR)
Attachment-based family therapy
Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT)
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
Introduction to the 12-steps
On-site AA and NA meetings
Medication management
Medication and mindfulness
Case management
Stress management
Somatic experiencing
Dance therapy
Music therapy
Art therapy
Life skills

Clients may participate in watching movies, biking, hiking, games, golf, fishing, escape rooms, swimming, rock climbing, camping, ziplining, yoga, physical fitness, river rafting, reading, and other activities in addition to therapy sessions and other treatments.

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We Work With Most Major Insurance

Ritual Recovery is In-Network with Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Ambetter, Cigna, Aetna, and Tricare. Ritual Recovery also accepts and works with most major commercial insurance providers that offer out-of-network benefits (typically PPO plans). Specific providers often include Medcosts, Optum, UnitedHealthcare (UHC), as well as many others. Note: We do NOT accept Medicaid, Medicare, or state-funded insurance. To find out your personal options for treatment, fill out our free online insurance verification form.

Planning for Long-Term Recovery

Recovery from opioids takes time. We help clients build a plan that includes ongoing therapy, peer support, healthy routines, and a way to respond to cravings. You can read more about our approach to fentanyl and heroin addiction.

How to Support a Loved One With an Opioid Addiction

If someone you love is struggling, learn about opioid use disorder so you can see it as a medical condition. Keep naloxone on hand, and avoid blame or ultimatums that push a person away. Encourage an assessment, and offer practical help like transportation to appointments. If you ever see signs of overdose, call 911. Family support groups can help you cope with the stress and uncertainty.

What Recovery Looks Like Over Time

Recovery from opioids usually unfolds in stages. Early on, the focus is on stopping safely and managing cravings. Later, it shifts to building new routines, addressing the reasons for use, and strengthening support. Many people keep going to therapy and peer groups for years. Progress may include setbacks, which are chances to learn and adjust. We work with each client to plan for what comes next.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is opioid addiction a disease?

Yes. Opioid use disorder is a medical condition that affects the brain, and it is treatable.

Can I be addicted to opioids I was prescribed?

Yes. Dependence can develop even with prescribed use, and some people go on to develop addiction. If you are concerned, talk with your prescriber and a treatment professional.

Do I need detox before treatment?

It depends on your use and health. If you need medical monitoring for withdrawal, detox comes first. Our team can help you plan.

Does Ritual Recovery treat mental health conditions?

Yes. We offer dual-diagnosis care for conditions such as depression, anxiety, and trauma.

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Testimonials

"Ritual saved my life, my marriage and my family! A top notch program, the best residence in Asheville and I can’t say enough about the staff. You won’t find the same kind of love, understanding and empathy anywhere else. Pick up the phone and put down the addiction."

Robby Meredith

"I highly recommend Ritual Recovery. They have one of the best approaches for treating addiction. The process is run very smoothly. The admission Director is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. She goes the extra mile to help facilitate Placement. The campus is beautiful. It is warm and welcoming. The staff really cares about each client. They have been there and really understand what is needed and helps."

Tracy Bowry

"Ritual Recovery is an EXCEPTIONAL program for those seeking recovery! THANK YOU Maegan, Aaron, Ryan, and all staff for taking the time and going above and beyond to create a safe environment and the space to heal. It is powerful to see the growth of a family member go from broken, lonely, and defeated, to HAPPY, JOYOUS, and FREE. I wish this program was longer because it is AMAZING! May God Bless Ritual Recovery abundantly because this place is one of a kind!"

Cindy Alcombright

"Ritual provided a serene setting for me to feel like recovering is possible and the sky is the limit to my life. The beautiful house on the side of a mountain, the outings to hiking trails, waterfalls (swam at one), and hard work at the clinic center to put away my old life and find a new one. Everyone can recover here and plan your future with the staff for the next steps in the right direction. Find your rituals here to your new life! PS you just might want to stay longer than planned because it’s that peaceful!"

Bryan Brock

"My experience at Ritual was truly the greatest recovery journey I’ve ever undergone throughout all my years of searching for help with my substance use problems. It is so much more than simply a drug/alcohol rehabilitation center. It’s a program that has allowed me to heal and change my entire perspective of myself, and life as a whole. This is all credited to the most amazing staff that I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting. They are professional and qualified, but more than that, they are kind and authentic, and they truly care about my well-being. They will do anything and everything in their power to increase my odds of success."

Jonah Morgan

"I take pride in the program that Ritual offers. This is a truly client-centered recovery community. I've felt a genuine connection with each one my patients and consider myself lucky to be part of their journey."

A.J. Meelan

"Ritual Recovery center of Asheville helped me change my life, my experience with them has been very positive. I recommend Ritual to anyone seeking help. They helped me to reconnect with myself and start a new life which I love!!"

Calrah King

"I can't heap enough praise on the staff at RR. Particularly the techs. The understanding, love, and kindness they show each resident is invaluable to someone beginning a different way of life."

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