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Medication-Assisted Treatment close to home
in Greensboro.

Decades of research point to the same conclusion: medication plus counseling is the most effective way to treat opioid use disorder. Our medication assisted treatment in Greensboro delivers both under one roof.

People across Greensboro and the wider North Carolina area turn to Crossroads when they are ready for help. We serve patients across Guilford County and the nearby communities. That includes Weaverville and Asheville and other nearby North Carolina towns. A Crossroads center is located right in Greensboro. Crossroads operates 3 centers across North Carolina.

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We understand

What you are facing
and what you get.

We understand what you are facing

  • Splitting medication and therapy across different providers makes treatment fall apart.
  • Stigma about medication keeps people from the most effective care available.
  • Insurance mazes and prior authorizations delay treatment that should start today.
  • Cycling through detox after detox without medication is exhausting and demoralizing.

What you get at Crossroads

  • A care team that adjusts your plan as your recovery changes.
  • Support for co-occurring anxiety, depression, or trauma alongside your addiction.
  • Same-day starts when appropriate, so help does not have to wait.
  • FDA-approved medication matched to you, whether buprenorphine, methadone, or naltrexone.
Why us

Why people choose Crossroads

Our providers are licensed clinicians who specialize in addiction medicine and treat you with dignity.

We pair FDA-approved medication with counseling, the combination research shows works best for opioid recovery.

Your care is private and protected under federal 42 CFR Part 2 confidentiality law.

  • We help uninsured patients connect to coverage and assistance programs.
  • Our team handles the insurance paperwork so you can focus on recovery.
  • Care continues by phone and telehealth so you stay supported between visits.
  • We treat the whole person, addressing mental health alongside addiction.
  • Language assistance is available so care is clear in your own words.
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Treatment details
for Greensboro.

In-depth answers to the questions people search before they call.

01

What Counseling Adds to Your Recovery

Counseling is not about dwelling on the past or assigning blame. Much of the work is forward-looking: setting goals, solving problems, and building the daily structure that supports a sober life. Patients in Greensboro often find that sessions give them a sense of momentum and direction they had been missing for a long time.

Everything you share in counseling stays confidential, protected by the same strict rules that cover the rest of your care. That privacy is what makes honesty possible, and honesty is where the real work happens. In Greensboro, your counselor is a safe place to say the things you cannot say anywhere else.

The counseling you receive in Greensboro draws on proven approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing. These are not abstract theories; they are practical methods for changing the thoughts and habits that drive substance use. Your counselor adapts them to your life so the work feels relevant, not clinical.

02

When Chronic Pain and Opioid Use Overlap in Greensboro

When chronic pain is part of your story, coordination matters. Crossroads in Greensboro can work alongside your other providers so your pain care and your medication assisted treatment are not pulling in opposite directions. Treating the two in concert, rather than in isolation, is what makes managing both sustainable.

Beyond medication, lasting relief often involves movement, sleep, stress management, and other supports. Crossroads in Greensboro can help connect the dots between pain and recovery so neither is treated in isolation. Whole-person care means looking at everything that affects how you feel, not just the prescription pad.

If pain has shaped your relationship with opioids, you are not alone and you are not to blame. Crossroads in Greensboro offers a place where that story is understood and met with real solutions. Medication-Assisted Treatment that takes your pain seriously is care that finally treats the whole picture.

03

When Mental Health and Addiction Overlap in Greensboro

Feeling better emotionally is one of the most motivating parts of recovery, and it often comes sooner than people expect. As the fog of addiction lifts and underlying struggles get attention, many patients in Greensboro rediscover interests, relationships, and a sense of hope they thought were gone for good.

When a mental health condition and a substance use disorder occur together, treating them at the same time, often called dual diagnosis care, produces far better results than treating either alone. In Greensboro, your team keeps both in view so neither quietly undermines the other.

Much addiction is rooted in trauma, and our Greensboro care reflects that. A trauma-informed approach means meeting you with safety and choice rather than pressure, recognizing that past pain often shapes present coping. Healing those roots is part of how recovery becomes something that holds.

04

Whole-Person Medication-Assisted Treatment at Crossroads Greensboro

Evidence-based does not mean impersonal. In Greensboro, Crossroads applies proven methods while still tailoring every plan to the individual in front of us. The research tells us what works in general; your story tells us how to make it work for you. Good care lives at the intersection of both.

Medication alone helps, and counseling alone helps, but together they help most. That is why medication assisted treatment at Crossroads in Greensboro brings both into one coordinated plan. Treating opioid use disorder as the complex medical condition it is gives you the strongest possible foundation for lasting recovery.

Crossroads built its approach to medication assisted treatment in Greensboro on what the research actually shows works: medication combined with counseling and ongoing support. This is not a trend or a quick fix; it is the standard of care backed by decades of evidence. You deserve treatment grounded in science, not guesswork.

05

Why People in Greensboro Choose Crossroads

Crossroads programs are accredited and held to rigorous clinical standards, which means the care you receive in Greensboro is consistent, evidence-based, and accountable. Accreditation is not a plaque on the wall; it is an ongoing commitment to doing addiction treatment the right way, every day.

We measure success not by how quickly we move people through, but by how well they do over time. That long-view philosophy shapes every decision, from staffing to scheduling to the way we follow up. In Greensboro, you are treated as someone we intend to support for the long haul, not a number to process.

Consistency is one of the quiet reasons Crossroads works. The same evidence-based approach, the same respect, and the same commitment show up whether it is your first visit or your fiftieth. Patients in Greensboro can count on care that does not waver, which is exactly what recovery from a chronic condition requires.

06

The Clinicians and Counselors on Your Side in Greensboro

Your care at Crossroads in Greensboro is delivered by a multidisciplinary team, medical providers, counselors, nurses, and peer specialists, each contributing a different kind of expertise. That range means more of your needs are met in one place, by people who actually talk to each other about your progress.

When you start medication assisted treatment at Crossroads in Greensboro, you are not handed a prescription and sent on your way. You gain a coordinated team that checks in, adjusts your plan, and celebrates your milestones. Recovery is hard enough alone; having knowledgeable people in your corner makes the journey far more manageable.

Every member of your care team in Greensboro is bound by the same commitment to dignity and confidentiality. You can ask hard questions, admit setbacks, and share fears without worrying about judgment. A team that meets you with compassion makes it safe to be honest, and honesty is where real progress begins.

07

Starting Medication-Assisted Treatment in Greensboro: Your First Appointment

Before you leave, you will know what medication you are starting, how often you will come in, and exactly who to call with questions. Nothing about your care in Greensboro is left vague or uncertain. That clarity is intentional, because a first visit should replace fear with a concrete, hopeful plan you can actually follow from day one.

Your first appointment for medication assisted treatment in Greensboro is built around understanding you, not rushing you through paperwork. A licensed provider reviews your health history, your substance use, and your goals in a private, judgment-free conversation. Many patients are surprised by how calm and straightforward it feels. There is no lecture and no shame, only a clear plan for what comes next and honest answers to every question you bring with you.

When it is clinically appropriate, treatment can begin the same day. Your provider explains your medication options, how each one works, and what to expect in the first days of recovery. You leave your first visit with a personalized plan, a point of contact, and a clear understanding of your next steps. From the moment you walk in, the focus is on getting you stable, comfortable, and genuinely supported.

08

Recovery Without Putting Your Life on Hold

Outpatient treatment also tends to cost far less than residential programs, and it is more widely covered by insurance. For many families in Greensboro, that makes the difference between getting help now and putting it off indefinitely. Effective care should not require draining your savings or stepping away from your job.

Because medication assisted treatment in Greensboro is outpatient, you can often schedule visits early in the morning or around your work shifts. That flexibility is not a small thing; it is frequently the difference between starting treatment and putting it off. Care that bends to your schedule is care you can actually keep.

Outpatient care comes in different intensities, and Crossroads in Greensboro can match yours to where you are. Some patients do well with brief, regular visits, while others benefit from a more structured intensive outpatient schedule for a time. As you stabilize, the intensity eases, always following your progress rather than a fixed rule.

09

Easing Withdrawal So You Can Focus on Recovery

With proper medication, the worst of withdrawal often eases within the first days rather than dragging on for weeks. Your provider in Greensboro times and doses your treatment to keep that transition as smooth as possible. Knowing relief comes quickly can make the decision to start feel far less daunting.

Fear of withdrawal often keeps people using long past the point they want to stop. Removing that fear, by managing symptoms medically, can be the thing that finally makes quitting feel possible. Your team in Greensboro is there to make sure the discomfort of starting never outweighs your reasons for seeking help.

Everyone's experience of withdrawal is different, which is why your provider tailors your medication and monitoring to you rather than applying a generic plan. The aim is to keep you as stable and comfortable as possible while your body adjusts. In Greensboro, that individualized approach makes the early days far more bearable than people expect.

10

Recovery Without Shame at Crossroads Greensboro

Stigma is one of the cruelest barriers to recovery. The fear of being judged keeps countless people in Greensboro silent when help is exactly what they need. At Crossroads, you will not find judgment; you will find clinicians and peers who understand addiction as a medical condition and treat you with respect from your very first call. Asking for help is not weakness; it is one of the strongest things a person can do.

It is easy to believe the worst about yourself when the world keeps reinforcing it. Recovery often begins the moment someone is finally treated with dignity instead of disapproval. That is the atmosphere our Greensboro team works to create, because respect is not a nicety in addiction care; it is part of the treatment.

No one chooses addiction, and no one should have to recover in secret. The judgment-free care at Crossroads in Greensboro exists precisely so that shame never stands between a person and the help they deserve. You will be met as a person worthy of care, full stop, from the very first call onward.

11

Recognizing Triggers and Managing Cravings in Greensboro

Recovery is not just about stopping; it is about building a life that makes staying in recovery possible. Crossroads in Greensboro pairs medication assisted treatment with counseling that helps you recognize triggers, manage cravings, and develop healthier ways to cope. These skills are what carry your progress beyond the clinic walls.

Cravings are real and physical, not a sign of weakness. Part of medication assisted treatment at Crossroads in Greensboro is learning that cravings pass and having tools ready for when they hit. Medication reduces their intensity, and counseling gives you ways to ride them out without losing the ground you have gained.

Stress, certain people, and familiar places can all pull at someone in recovery. Your Greensboro care team works with you to map your personal triggers and rehearse practical responses before you face them. Preparation is one of the strongest protections against relapse, and it is a skill anyone can learn.

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Medications

Medications available in Greensboro

MethadoneA daily medication that reduces cravings and withdrawal
Methadone is taken once daily at our clinic. It works by reducing withdrawal symptoms and cravings so your body can stabilize. It has been used safely and effectively to treat opioid use disorder for decades.
Suboxone®A combination medication that eases withdrawal and blocks opioid effects
Suboxone contains buprenorphine and naloxone. It reduces withdrawal symptoms and cravings while also blocking the effects of other opioids. It is typically taken as a film that dissolves under the tongue.
Sublocade®A once-monthly injectable option for consistent dosing
Sublocade is a monthly injection of buprenorphine administered by your care team. It removes the need for daily medication management — one appointment a month keeps your treatment on track.
Brixadi®A flexible injectable buprenorphine available weekly or monthly
Brixadi is an injectable form of buprenorphine that can be administered weekly or monthly depending on your treatment plan. It offers flexibility and consistent medication levels without daily dosing.
Vivitrol®A monthly injection that blocks opioid effects entirely
Vivitrol is a monthly naltrexone injection that works by blocking the effects of opioids. It contains no opioids itself and is a strong option for patients who have already completed withdrawal and want ongoing protection against relapse.
Your journey

How it works

Three steps to start outpatient care at a Crossroads clinic near you.

  1. 1

    Step 01

    Call or start Instant Intake®

    Speak with a provider in as little as 10 minutes.

  2. 2

    Step 02

    Get a personalized treatment plan

    Built around your life, your history, and your goals.

  3. 3

    Step 03

    Begin outpatient care

    Start treatment at our clinic on your schedule.

Coverage

Insurance & cost in Greensboro

Do not let a bill stop you. For medication assisted treatment in Greensboro, we work with:

  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare Advantage
  • TRICARE
  • VA CCN
  • Most commercial insurance
  • Self-pay options available
FAQ

Greensboro Medication-Assisted Treatment FAQ

Can MAT help with fentanyl addiction?
Yes. MAT medications are effective for opioid use disorder involving fentanyl. Our Greensboro providers adjust induction carefully given fentanyl's potency.
How long does MAT last?
There is no fixed timeline. Many people benefit from longer-term medication, and your Greensboro team tailors duration to you, never rushing you off.
What is medication assisted treatment?
Medication-assisted treatment, or MAT, combines FDA-approved medication with counseling and behavioral therapy to treat opioid use disorder. In Greensboro, Crossroads provides every piece in one outpatient program.
Does MAT include therapy or just medication?
Both. Counseling and peer support are part of every plan in Greensboro, because medication works best when paired with behavioral support.
Does the Greensboro clinic accept Medicaid?
Yes. We accept Medicaid, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, TRICARE, VA CCN, most commercial insurance, and offer self-pay options. Our team handles the insurance conversation for you.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Bring a photo ID and your insurance card if you have one. If you are uninsured, our team will review affordable self-pay and assistance options with you.
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