Closing Out the Month: Progress, Challenges, and a Call for Accountability As we wrap up this month at Mojave Complete Recovery, we’re proud to reflect on the strides we’ve made as a clinic and a team. We’ve welcomed new patients, expanded our reach into the community, and strengthened partnerships that will help us better serve those who need us most. Every new connection is a reminder of why we do this work—to help individuals and families heal, recover, and move forward. Yet, alongside these successes, we must also acknowledge the barriers that continue to slow down our ability to deliver care. One of the greatest challenges we face today is the ongoing delay in state processing. Licensing, credentialing, and approvals remain months behind schedule , leaving clinics like ours unable to fully operate despite having staff, space, and a deep demand for services. For the communities we serve—individuals struggling with addiction, families torn apart by substance use, and vul...
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Understanding MAT: What Medication-Assisted Treatment Really Means When people hear the words “Medication-Assisted Treatment,” or MAT, it’s common for myths and misconceptions to get in the way of the truth. Some assume it’s just “replacing one drug with another.” Others believe it means giving up on recovery altogether. But the reality is far different—and far more hopeful. At Mojave Center for Recovery, we see MAT for what it truly is: a lifesaving tool that, when paired with counseling and support, helps people build a healthier, more stable future. What MAT Actually Is Medication-Assisted Treatment combines FDA-approved medications with behavioral health counseling and support . The medications—such as buprenorphine, methadone, or naltrexone—help reduce withdrawal symptoms, manage cravings, and stabilize brain chemistry. This isn’t about “getting high.” These medications are carefully managed by medical professionals to help patients function normally, reduc...
Insurance & Stigma: Breaking Down Barriers to Mental Health Treatment When someone decides to seek help for their mental health or addiction, they’re already taking one of the bravest steps of their life. But too often, that first step collides with a wall of barriers—confusion about insurance, uncertainty about coverage, or even being told that their treatment “isn’t included.” These moments aren’t just frustrating. They reinforce the stigma that mental health is somehow “less important” than physical health. At Mojave Center for Recovery, we believe it’s time to break that down. The Hidden Barrier of Insurance Stigma For decades, insurance providers treated behavioral health as a secondary concern. Fewer networks, lower reimbursements, and restrictive policies sent an unspoken message: mental health wasn’t equal to physical health. While mental health parity laws now require insurers to cover behavioral health at the same level as medical care, the lived experience for pati...
Finding Hope: Our Commitments During Suicide Prevention Month As September unfolds, many of us get caught up in routine—but this month carries a quiet urgency. September is Suicide Prevention Month , with National Suicide Prevention Week happening September 6–12 , and World Suicide Prevention Day observed each year on September 10 . Washington College Wikipedia +1 This is a time to pause, reflect, and recommit to saving lives through community, compassion, and connection. Why This Matters Suicide is one of the leading causes of preventable death in America. Behind every statistic is a life, a story, and a struggle. Many of our clients—especially those grappling with addiction, trauma, or homelessness—are at higher risk during moments of despair or isolation. If there’s anything this month reminds us, it’s that one caring voice can make all the difference. How Mojave Stands With You At Mojave Center for Recovery, we view recove...