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Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) in Arizona
FDA-approved medication for opioid and alcohol use disorder, prescribed within residential treatment and paired with therapy. MAT is not detox and is not a substitute for it.
Now serving Wisconsin — a new Legacy residential facility is opening in Mukwonago.
Available 24/7 · Speak directly with our admissions team — not a call center.
MEDICALLY REVIEWED BY
Dr. Roland Segal, MD (Co-Medical Director / Founding Member)
Dr. Roland Segal is a leading psychiatrist with extensive experience in clinical, administrative, and forensic psychiatry. Her personally oversees the clinical standards and quality of care at Legacy Recovery Center.
Last reviewed
July 31, 2026
- Physician-Owned & Led
- Joint Commission Accredited
- Chandler & Mesa, Arizona
The Facts of MAT
Medication as support, not a shortcut.
Medication-assisted treatment pairs FDA-approved medications with therapy and counseling. It isn’t a cure on its own — but for the right person it can reduce cravings, ease the pull of a substance, and make it far easier to stay engaged in treatment. Our medical and psychiatric team decides whether it fits your situation.
4.8M
People aged 12+ with opioid use disorder in the past year (NSDUH, 2024)
17%
People with opioid use disorder who received medication for it in the past year (NSDUH, 2024)
Not detox
MAT is used within treatment and is not withdrawal management
Is MAT Right for You?
MAT is a fit for some people — not everyone.
Whether MAT belongs in your plan is a medical decision our team makes with you, after reviewing your history. These are the questions we help you think through.
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What MAT is meant to do
MAT can reduce cravings, blunt the euphoric effects of opioids or alcohol, ease withdrawal-related symptoms, and help you stay engaged in therapy — so the deeper work can take hold.
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Whether you meet the criteria
We start by reviewing your medical and substance-use history to determine whether you meet the clinical criteria for MAT, then talk through the specific medication and what to expect.
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Understanding the medication
Before anything begins, our team explains how a medication works, its benefits, and its possible side effects — so you can make an informed decision about whether to start.
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Where detox fits
MAT is not detox. Legacy does not offer detox services; when detox is appropriate, it must be completed elsewhere before residential recovery care begins. MAT is used within recovery care, not as a substitute for it.
Some individuals may require medical detoxification or stabilization before beginning residential treatment. Our admissions team can help determine the appropriate level of care and coordinate with an outside provider when necessary.
How MAT Works at Legacy
A customized plan, built around you.
For clients with an opioid or alcohol use disorder who are interested, and when it’s medically and clinically indicated, Legacy’s team of licensed psychiatrists and addiction specialists builds a customized plan that includes MAT. For opioid use disorder, that can involve medications such as buprenorphine and naltrexone, which can be used safely over long periods. For alcohol use disorder, specific FDA-approved medications may support recovery alongside therapy. In every case, MAT is one part of a broader plan — daily individual and group therapy, psychiatric care, and treatment for co-occurring depression, anxiety, or trauma do the lasting work. Medication makes that work easier to stay with; it doesn’t replace it.
- Psychiatric care from our physician owners, Dr. Roland Segal & Dr. Ehab Abdallah
- Individual and group therapy with licensed clinicians
- Treatment for co-occurring depression, anxiety, and trauma when present
- Nutritional guidance, physical exercise, yoga, and meditation
- A private residential home in Arizona
Individualized
Care plans are developed for each person
Residential
Structured support in a home-like residential setting
THERAPIES & TREATMENT MODALITIES
Therapies selected for your individual needs.
No single modality suits everyone, so treatment plans here draw on several. Which ones you work with depends on your history, your diagnosis, and what actually helps.
Core evidence-based
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
Identify and change the thought patterns and behaviors that keep symptoms going.
Emotion regulation
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
Mindfulness, distress tolerance, and emotion regulation — skills for the hardest moments.
Trauma-focused
EMDR
Structured processing of traumatic memories that so often sit underneath addiction.
Mind-body integration
Somatic experiencing
Body-centered work addressing stress and trauma held in the nervous system.
Change-focused
Motivational interviewing
A collaborative approach that strengthens your own reasons and readiness to change.
Trauma resolution
Accelerated resolution therapy (ART)
Eye movements and visualization that may help reduce the distress attached to difficult memories.
Holistic integration
Parts-based interventions (IFS)
Working with the parts of you in conflict, toward internal steadiness.
Nervous-system regulation
Safe and Sound Protocol
An auditory intervention that may support nervous-system regulation alongside therapy.
Community healing
Group therapy
Process, psychoeducation, and skills groups — recovery alongside people who understand.
CONDITIONS WE TREAT
What we're equipped to treat — and what we're not.
Legacy treats adults in a residential setting across two levels of care — Primary Mental Health RTC and Substance Abuse RTC — including any combination of the conditions below. Honesty is part of care: if we’re not the right fit, we’ll tell you, and help you find who is.
We do not offer medical detox. When detox is needed, we refer you to a trusted partner first — then you transition to Legacy for residential treatment.
THE LEGACY DIFFERENCE
Doctors who answer to you — not investors.
Legacy is owned and led by the two psychiatrists who founded it. That changes how decisions get made, from your treatment plan to how long you stay.
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Physician-owned and led
Founded and run by Dr. Roland Segal, MD and Dr. Ehab Abdallah, MD — board-certified psychiatrists involved in care every week.
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Mental health treated first
Every stay starts with a psychiatric evaluation, so the conditions driving substance use are treated — not just the symptoms.
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A home, not a hospital
Private residences in quiet neighborhoods — real bedrooms, shared meals, and space to breathe.
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Personalized treatment plans
Your plan is built around your history and goals, and adjusted weekly as you progress.
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In-network insurance
In-network with Cigna and Aetna, with benefits usually verified the same day you call.
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24/7 admissions
You’ll reach our admissions team directly — any hour, any day. For a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
The First Step Is to Seek Help
You don't have to do this alone.
Deciding whether MAT is right for you shouldn’t happen alone or under pressure. It’s a medical conversation — about your history, your goals, and whether medication can make the rest of treatment easier to hold onto.
Care in a residential setting is designed to support recovery. You’ll work with licensed clinicians and receive psychiatric care from our owners, Dr. Roland Segal and Dr. Ehab Abdallah. You’ll step away from the environment tied to your drinking, and be surrounded by others facing the same challenge.
How Admissions Works
One call starts everything.
Simple, confidential, and often fast. Here’s what happens after you reach out.
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Call or verify insurance
Reach our admissions team directly, any time. One honest, no-pressure conversation.
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Confidential clinical assessment
A licensed clinician listens, answers questions, and helps determine whether MAT and residential treatment are the appropriate next step.
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Admission, often within 24–48 hours
We coordinate everything — travel, intake, and a warm welcome to the residence.
In Their Words
What families and clients say.
Insurance & Financing
Insurance and financing
Legacy works with most major insurance plans and is in-network with Cigna and Aetna. Coverage still varies by plan, medical necessity, authorization requirements, and network status, so our admissions team verifies benefits and explains your options before admission.
Please note: we cannot accept Medicare or Medicaid . Everything you share stays confidential.
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Explore Related Care
Care that meets you where you are.
MAT is one part of a bigger picture. Explore the connected programs and conditions we treat across Legacy Recovery.
Opiate recovery
Residential treatment for prescription and illicit opioid dependence.
Alcohol recovery
Residential care for alcohol use disorder, with MAT where appropriate.
Heroin recovery
Specialized support for heroin and short-acting opioid dependence.
Dual diagnosis care
Integrated treatment when substance use and mental health overlap.
Residential treatment
A structured environment built for stabilization and long-term recovery.
Psychiatric care
Medication and psychiatric support from our physician owners.
Take the first step
You don't have to know all the answers right now.
Our admissions team will help you understand your options, verify your insurance, and answer every question — without pressure and without judgment. The call is confidential, and so is every step that follows.
When you call, you can expect
A clinician, not a call center
Our admissions specialists are licensed clinical professionals, not sales staff.
Insurance verified on the first call
We work with most major carriers and can clarify your coverage during the conversation.
Honest answers to every question
About our program, treatment approach, costs, and whether we're truly the right fit for you.
Absolute privacy every time
All contact and records are fully HIPAA compliant. Your privacy is protected at every stage.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about medication-assisted treatment
Have questions about treatment, insurance, or what to expect? We’ve answered the most common ones here. If you don’t see yours, our team is always available.
MAT combines FDA-approved medications with therapy and counseling to reduce cravings, ease the effects of a substance, and help you stay engaged in treatment. It’s one tool in a broader recovery plan, not a stand-alone fix.
We consider MAT for opioid and alcohol use disorders, when a client is interested and it’s medically and clinically indicated. Our psychiatric team makes that decision with you.
For opioid use disorder, MAT can involve medications such as buprenorphine and naltrexone, which can be used safely long-term. For alcohol use disorder, other FDA-approved medications may be used. Your team explains each option before anything begins.
No. MAT is not detox, and Legacy does not offer detox services. If detox is appropriate, it must be completed elsewhere before residential recovery care begins. MAT is used within recovery care.
No. MAT is a support, not a cure. It works best alongside therapy and psychiatric care — which is where the lasting change happens.
Legacy works with most major insurance plans and is in-network with Cigna and Aetna. Coverage still varies by plan, medical necessity, authorization requirements, and network status, so our admissions team verifies benefits and explains your options before admission. Please note we cannot accept Medicare or Medicaid .