Heroin Addiction Treatment

Breaking Free from Heroin Addiction & Reclaiming Your Life

Heroin is one of the most addictive and life-threatening substances, leading to rapid physical dependence, devastating withdrawal symptoms, and an extremely high risk of overdose. Once a person is trapped in heroin addiction, quitting alone can seem impossible due to intense cravings, painful withdrawal, and psychological dependence.

At Mission Recovery Home, we provide evidence-based heroin addiction treatment that helps individuals detox safely, rebuild their mental and physical health, and develop the skills necessary for long-term sobriety. If heroin is controlling your life or the life of someone you love, it’s time to seek help before it’s too late.

What Is Heroin Addiction?

Heroin is a highly addictive opioid derived from morphine. It binds to opioid receptors in the brain, producing an intense feeling of euphoria and relaxation. However, with repeated use, the brain stops producing dopamine naturally, making it nearly impossible to feel pleasure without the drug.

Heroin Addiction by the Numbers (National Institute on Drug Abuse - NIDA)

Over 1.1 million Americans reported heroin use in 2021.
80% of heroin users started with prescription opioids.
More than 13,000 deaths in 2021 were attributed to heroin overdoses.
Fentanyl-laced heroin is now the leading cause of opioid-related deaths.

Heroin addiction is a progressive disease, meaning that without treatment, the risk of overdose and death increases over time.

How We Treat Heroin Addiction at Mission Recovery Home

At Mission Recovery Home, we understand that quitting heroin without medical assistance is nearly impossible due to the intense withdrawal symptoms, cravings, and emotional distress. Our comprehensive heroin addiction treatment program provides the medical care, therapy, and support needed to make a full recovery possible.

Step 1: Medically Supervised Detox

24/7 medical monitoring to manage withdrawal symptoms

FDA-approved medications (Suboxone, Methadone, Naltrexone) to ease cravings and prevent relapse

Nutritional and hydration therapy to restore physical health

Step 2: Inpatient Rehab & Residential Treatment

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to help retrain the brain’s response to stress and triggers

Group therapy & peer support for emotional healing and accountability

Holistic healing options such as yoga, mindfulness, and trauma therapy

Step 3: Intensive Outpatient Treatment (IOP) & Relapse Prevention

Flexible outpatient care for transitioning back into daily life

Ongoing therapy to manage cravings and prevent relapse

Employment and life skills training to rebuild independence

How Heroin Affects the Brain & Body

Short-Term Effects of Heroin Use

Long-Term Effects of Heroin Addiction

Severe physical dependence and withdrawal symptoms
Collapsed veins and abscesses (from injecting heroin)
Chronic lung infections such as pneumonia
Heart infections and liver/kidney disease
Cognitive impairment and memory loss
Overdose leading to coma, brain damage, or death

The Importance of Seeking Help Now

Heroin addiction progresses quickly—and waiting to seek treatment can have deadly consequences.

If you or a loved one is struggling with heroin addiction, Mission Recovery Home offers the expert care, therapy, and support needed for a full recovery.

Signs & Symptoms of Heroin Addiction

Because heroin hijacks the brain’s reward system, individuals often lose control over their drug use quickly. If you or a loved one show any of these warning signs, immediate intervention may be necessary.

Behavioral Signs of Heroin Addiction

Lying or stealing to support drug use

Loss of interest in work, school, or personal relationships

Neglecting responsibilities and personal hygiene

Sudden financial issues due to spending all money on heroin

Isolation and secretive behavior

Physical & Psychological Symptoms

Extreme drowsiness ("nodding off")

Constricted pupils and slowed breathing

Weight loss, skin sores, and track marks (from injecting)

Irritability, anxiety, and depression when not using

Severe withdrawal symptoms when stopping heroin use

What We Hope to Achieve for Every Client

At Mission Recovery Home, we don’t just help people quit heroin—we help them rebuild their lives from the ground up.

Freedom from Heroin Dependence – A safe, controlled detox process that eliminates cravings.
Emotional & Psychological Healing – Therapy to address trauma, mental health disorders, and self-destructive patterns.
A Strong Support System – Rebuilding family relationships, friendships, and healthy connections.
Long-Term Sobriety & Success – Career support, life skills training, and relapse prevention to build a stable, fulfilling future.

Why Choose Mission Recovery Home?

Medically Supervised Detox & Rehab

Safe, controlled withdrawal with minimal discomfort.

Evidence-Based, Proven Treatments

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), CBT, DBT, and holistic healing.

Customized Treatment Plans

Tailored to each individual’s unique recovery journey.

Ongoing Aftercare & Relapse Prevention

Long-term strategies for maintaining sobriety.

Take the First Step Toward Recovery Today

An intervention can be the turning point that saves your loved one’s life. At Mission Recovery Home, we’re here to help you take action and guide your loved one toward the treatment they deserve.