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BHG’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ben Nordstrom, explaining what new patients can expect during intake, including assessments, care planning, and introduction to behavioral health and addiction services.
Awareness and Stigma

What can I expect at intake as a new patient?

Learn what to expect during your new patient intake | BHG appointment. Dr. Ben Nordstrom explains assessments, medical evaluation and more.

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BHG explaining the key components of evidence-based treatment, including therapy, medication-assisted treatment, behavioral interventions, and patient-centered care.
Behavioral Health Group

What are key components in evidence-based treatment?

Key components of evidence-based treatment include medication, counseling and coordinated care to support recovery and improve outcomes.
A medical provider talking with a patient about buprenorphine or Suboxone treatment for opioid addiction.
Medications

How Does Buprenorphine Treat Opioid Use Disorder?

What is buprenorphine? Learn more about the FDA-approved medication and how it works in treating opioid use disorder.
Front desk of a BHG treatment center highlighting the clinic's role in providing safe methadone treatment for opioid addiction.
Medications

How Methadone Supports Opioid Recovery

Methadone helps manage opioid withdrawal and reduce cravings. Discover how this treatment supports long-term recovery and improves stability.
Image of a doctor or physician writing a prescription for naltrexone to help treat opioid or alcohol addiction.
Medications

Naltrexone Explained: Benefits, Side Effects and What to Expect

Thinking about naltrexone treatment? Learn more about how this FDA-approved medication works, its benefits, side effects and what to expect.
Two professionals in business attire engaged in conversation about medication-assisted treatment.
Awareness and Stigma

7 Common Myths about Medication-Assisted Treatment

Common myths about MAT can keep people from getting help. Learn the facts about medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder.
A blurred image of a clinical hallway, symbolizing treatment and recovery through medication-assisted treatment that includes medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD), counseling and support services.
Behavioral Health Group

MAT vs MOUD: What’s the Difference?

MAT vs MOUD have key differences. Learn what each term means, how they relate to opioid addiction treatment and why the distinction matters. 
Healthcare provider holding prescription bottle with medications during opioid addiction treatment consultation.
Medications

Common Medications Used in Medication-Assisted Treatment

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved three medications to treat OUD — methadone, buprenorphine and naltrexone.