Methadone Clinic Newton County, MS

Weems Community Mh Center Newton County Office

Weems Community Mh Center Newton County Office is a methadone clinic in Newton County, MS. It is located at 90 South 6th Avenue, 39327 zip. Weems Community Mh Center Newton County Office provides regular outpatient treatment and outpatient treatment. Other than methadone treatment, Weems Community Mh Center Newton County Office offers substance use education, individual counseling and marital/couples counseling. Weems Community Mh Center Newton County Office provides medication assisted treatment to women and men.

FAQs for a Methadone Clinic in Newton County, MS:

• What is the difference between suboxone and methadone treatment in Newton County?

  Treatment at a suboxone clinic in Newton County is often similar to the treatment received at a methadone clinic. Both of the medication assisted treatment options work by reducing narcotic and opioid cravings for those who are addicted. A big difference between suboxone and methadone is that suboxone can be prescribed by doctors, while methadone treatment needs to be received at a clinic.

• What other services are available at methadone clinics in Newton County?

  Services such as intervention, counseling, relapse prevention, behavior therapy and other support services are commonly found in methadone clinics throughout Mississippi. A methadone clinic may be part of a larger addiction treatment center, and as such, may have all of the services found in Newton County drug rehabs.

• Do I need to make an appointment before receiving methadone treatment?

  Each methadone clinic in Newton County has its own policy about what patients they will take. However, most clinics will accept both walk-ins and those who have made a previous appointment. It is usually a good idea to call ahead of time just to confirm availability.

• Is methadone treatment in Newton County always done on a residential basis?

  The short answer is no. Methadone treatment services in Newton County are available both in residential format, also known as inpatient, as well as outpatient format. Having both options allows addicted individuals to choose whether inpatient or outpatient clinical treatment will work better for their lifestyle.

• What medication assisted treatment options are available in Newton County?

  There are a total of 3 medication assisted therapies that can be received in Newton County: methadone, buprenorphine (Suboxone) and Naltrexone. All three are approved by the FDA for drug addiction treatment. Methadone is the one that is most commonly used in addiction clinics.