Heroin Addiction Treatment at Luna

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Heroin Addiction Treatment

Overcoming heroin addiction requires compassionate, expert care in a safe environment. At Luna, we provide comprehensive treatment designed to address the physical, emotional, and psychological challenges of heroin dependency.

UNDERSTANDING THE CONDITION

What Is Heroin Addiction?

Heroin is a highly addictive opioid drug that creates powerful physical and psychological dependence . Often derived from morphine, heroin rapidly enters the brain and binds to opioid receptors, producing intense euphoria followed by a dangerous cycle of craving and withdrawal.

What may start as experimentation or an attempt to manage pain can quickly spiral into addiction. The progression is often rapid, and the consequences - physical, emotional, and social - can be devastating.

Severe Physical Dependence

Heroin creates rapid physical dependence, with withdrawal symptoms that can be intense and uncomfortable without medical supervision.

Co-Occurring Disorders

Heroin addiction often co-occurs with depression, anxiety, trauma, and other mental health conditions requiring integrated treatment.

Serious Health Consequences

Long-term heroin use can lead to collapsed veins, infections, liver and kidney disease, and increased risk of infectious diseases.

Hope for Recovery

With professional treatment, medical support, and ongoing therapy, lasting recovery from heroin addiction is achievable.

The Reality of Heroin Addiction

Heroin addiction doesn't discriminate. It affects people from all backgrounds , ages, and walks of life. Many individuals who develop heroin addiction initially used prescription opioids for legitimate medical reasons before transitioning to heroin as a more accessible or affordable option.

The drug's powerful grip creates a cycle that can feel impossible to break without professional help. Tolerance builds quickly, requiring increasingly larger doses to achieve the same effects, while withdrawal symptoms make it extremely difficult to stop using without medical support.

The danger of overdose is very real. The presence of fentanyl in the drug supply has made heroin use more unpredictable and deadly than ever before. This makes seeking treatment not just important, but potentially life-saving.

Warning Signs of Heroin Use

  • Dramatic changes in behavior or appearance
  • Track marks or unexplained bruising
  • Withdrawal from family and friends
  • Financial problems or stealing
  • Decline in work or school performance
  • Possession of drug paraphernalia
Understanding heroin addiction

COMPREHENSIVE TREATMENT

Components of Our Program

1

Medical Detoxification

Safe, medically supervised withdrawal management with 24/7 monitoring to ensure comfort and safety during the detox process.

2

Medication-Assisted Treatment

When appropriate, FDA-approved medications help reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms, supporting long-term recovery.

3

Individual Therapy

One-on-one sessions with experienced therapists to address underlying trauma, mental health conditions, and behavioral patterns.

4

Group Therapy & Support

Connect with others in recovery through structured group sessions that build community, accountability, and shared healing.

5

Holistic & Complementary Care

Neurotherapy, yoga, meditation, and other complementary therapies that support whole-person healing and stress management.

6

Continuing Care Planning

Comprehensive discharge planning, alumni support, and sober living connections to sustain recovery beyond initial treatment.

YOUR PATH FORWARD

The Journey to Recovery

At Luna, we meet you where you are and guide you through a comprehensive continuum of care designed for lasting recovery.

Initial Assessment

Comprehensive evaluation of your physical health, mental health, and treatment needs to create a personalized recovery plan.

Safe Detoxification

Medically supervised detox with 24/7 care to safely manage withdrawal symptoms and prepare for treatment.

Residential or Day Treatment

Intensive therapy in our residential program or PHP, providing structure, support, and healing in a safe environment.

Step-Down & Aftercare

Transition to IOP, outpatient care, and alumni support to maintain sobriety and build a fulfilling life in recovery.

Heroin addiction treatment at Luna

Why Choose Luna

Heroin addiction requires specialized, expert care. At Luna, we provide evidence-based treatment in a compassionate, boutique setting designed specifically for recovery.

Small, Personalized Care

Maximum of 9 clients in residential treatment ensures highly individualized attention and support.

Experienced Addiction Specialists

Our clinical team has extensive experience treating opioid addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions.

Whole-Person Healing

We address physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness through integrated treatment approaches.

Continuum of Care

Seamless transition from detox through residential, PHP, IOP, and aftercare support.

Houston Location

Central Houston facility providing accessible, high-quality treatment for the greater Houston area and beyond.

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