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Finding a therapist who specializes in opioid use disorder recovery is a great step! Here are some practical ways to locate one near you:

- Ask your doctor β€” They can often recommend therapists in your area who specialize in addiction and may know who accepts your insurance
- Check your insurance β€” Contact your provider for Show Full Answer

Finding a therapist who specializes in opioid use disorder recovery is a great step! Here are some practical ways to locate one near you:

- Ask your doctor β€” They can often recommend therapists in your area who specialize in addiction and may know who accepts your insurance
- Check your insurance β€” Contact your provider for a list of covered addiction therapists nearby
- Search online β€” Psychology Today's website lets you search for addiction therapists by location
- SAMHSA's helpline β€” Call (Phone number can only be seen by the question and answer creators) (free, confidential) for local treatment referrals
- FindTreatment.gov β€” A helpful online tool to locate nearby programs When choosing a therapist, look for credentials like:

- LPC – Licensed Professional Counselor
- LCSW – Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- CAC – Certified Addiction Counselor

It's best to find someone who specifically specializes in opioid addiction and has experience helping people through recovery. Don't be shy about asking them questions β€” a good therapist will welcome them!

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