270-310-9200 | Emerald Therapy Center is now Lumera Healthcare
Lumera Healthcare provides medication assisted treatment in Paducah, Murray, and Mayfield, KY – FDA-approved medications combined with therapy and real clinical support, all close to home.
Opioid and alcohol use disorders change the brain. That’s not a character flaw. It’s biology. The cravings, the withdrawal symptoms, the cycle of trying and struggling again – these are physiological responses, not personal failures.
Most people who’ve tried to stop on their own already know this. What many don’t know is that FDA-approved medications exist specifically to address those brain changes – reducing cravings, relieving withdrawal, and giving you real footing to focus on recovery.
That’s what medication assisted treatment does. And at Lumera Healthcare, we combine those medications with therapy and clinical support, because medication alone isn’t the full picture either.
Absolutely changed my whole life, thank you Lumera. They believed in me when I couldn’t and wouldn’t. Now I’m unstoppable at my recovery and mental health. I highly recommend the Intensive outpatient program it saved my life.
K.G.
My husband is getting insight into his feelings, our daughter is learning coping mechanisms, our granddaughter is also learning to deal with life. We are each learning survival skills & growing skills. Excellent experience!
Mary
I am 102 days sober thanks to the accountability of groups and meetings and also the resources l’ve gotten from their classes. I owe them for a second chance at life and I mean that dearly!
J
Lumera Healthcare therapy has changed my life! The staff here are incredible, they truly care about everyone that walks through their doors.
Sirena
Lumera Healthcare therapy has been AMAZING to my son. They all work so well together for the patient’s greater good.
Tiffany
Lumera Healthcare has been a life saver for me. I began seeing Lumera Healthcare about a year and a half ago for management of major depression and anxiety. They have gone out of their way to ensure I had the medication & therapy I needed.
Mel
MAT at Lumera isn’t a handoff to a prescription pad. Our clinical team works with you from assessment through ongoing treatment – combining FDA-approved medication with therapy sessions and structured monitoring that supports your recovery, not just your compliance.
Research published through the National Institutes of Health found that implementing comprehensive MAT led to a 60% reduction in post-release overdose deaths. SAMHSA, the CDC, and the National Institute on Drug Abuse all recognize MAT as the evidence-based standard for opioid use disorder treatment. [Source: NCBI, National Academies of Sciences, 2018]
What makes the difference at Lumera is the combination:
All three work together under one roof – which means your treatment team actually talks to each other about your care.
Not every medication is right for every person. Our licensed providers assess your situation and work with you to determine what fits your diagnosis, your history, and your goals. Below are the FDA-approved options we currently offer.
Your provider will determine the appropriate medication and dosage based on an evidence-based clinical assessment. Medication decisions are never one-size-fits-all.
People often ask what committing to MAT actually requires. That’s a fair question. Here’s what our outpatient structure generally looks like, though your individual plan will be set by your care team.
The first month involves more frequent contact with your provider – weekly visits to stabilize your medication, adjust dosing if needed, and make sure you’re supported through the early weeks of treatment. After that, visit frequency typically decreases as you stabilize, moving to biweekly and then monthly appointments. Throughout treatment, you’ll also participate in therapy – through NA, AA, counseling, or our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for substance use disorder, depending on your clinical needs and circumstances.
This structure isn’t about surveillance. It’s about making sure you have consistent contact with people who know your situation and can actually help when things get hard – which, in recovery, they sometimes do.
All of this happens on an outpatient basis. You keep your job, your schedule, your life. No residential facility. No inpatient admission required.
Lumera Healthcare holds CARF accreditation – a rigorous, third-party quality review that most providers don’t have. CARF accreditation means our programs meet internationally recognized standards for safety, clinical quality, and patient outcomes. You can verify our accreditation directly at carf.org
MAT works better when it’s part of a full care picture. At Lumera, your medical provider, therapist, and case manager are all on the same team – in the same organization. That means your medication provider knows what’s happening in therapy. Your therapist knows when your medication changes. Coordinated care makes a real difference in outcomes, and it’s harder to find than it should be.
For people in rural Western Kentucky, driving two hours for a monthly appointment isn’t sustainable. Lumera operates five locations across Paducah, Murray, and Mayfield so that treatment stays accessible, not theoretical.
Our Locations:
Lumera accepts Medicaid, Medicare, most major commercial insurance plans, and self-pay. If cost is a concern, ask about our sliding scale fee program based on family size and income. Insurance should not be the reason someone doesn’t get treatment.
We accept Anthem, United Healthcare, Humana, Cigna, Aetna, and Ambetter Health, among others. Call (270) 310-9200 to verify your specific coverage before your first appointment.
Medication-assisted treatment pairs FDA-approved medications with therapy and clinical support to address opioid use disorder, alcohol use disorder, and other substance dependencies – including kratom, which has become an increasingly common concern in our communities. The medications work by reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms, giving people a stable foundation to engage in recovery.
MAT is recognized by SAMHSA, the CDC, and the National Institute on Drug Abuse as the evidence-based standard of care for opioid use disorder.
This is one of the most common concerns people bring to us. The short answer is no. MAT medications like buprenorphine and naltrexone work differently than illicit opioids – they stabilize brain chemistry rather than producing a high, and they’re used under medical supervision as part of a treatment plan that includes therapy.
The goal isn’t substitution; it’s recovery. That said, your licensed provider will discuss the specifics of how each medication works and what to expect during your assessment.
No. Lumera Healthcare provides medication assisted treatment on a fully outpatient basis. You attend appointments – more frequently in the early weeks, less often as you stabilize – and continue living your life at home. Inpatient or residential treatment is not required to access our MAT program.
We accept Medicaid, Medicare, and most major commercial insurance plans including Anthem, United Healthcare, Humana, Cigna, Aetna, and Ambetter Health. Self-pay options and a sliding scale fee program based on family size and income are also available.
Call (270) 310-9200 to verify your specific coverage.
There is no fixed timeline that applies to everyone. Treatment duration depends on your diagnosis, your progress, and what your clinical team determines is in your best interest.
Research consistently shows that longer treatment duration is associated with better outcomes. Your provider will work with you to set appropriate goals and adjust your plan over time.
They serve different purposes and are not mutually exclusive. Twelve-step programs like NA and AA provide peer community and accountability. MAT addresses the physiological component of addiction through medication and clinical treatment.
At Lumera, patients in our MAT program may also attend NA, AA, or counseling as part of their overall recovery plan – the two approaches work alongside each other, not against each other.
Yes. We offer Vivitrol (naltrexone for extended-release injectable suspension), which is FDA-approved for both alcohol use disorder and opioid use disorder. Our clinical team assesses each patient individually to determine whether MAT is appropriate and which medication best fits the situation.
Lumera Healthcare offers MAT at three locations across Western Kentucky:
All locations share the same phone number: (270) 310-9200.
You don’t need to have everything figured out before you call. Our team will ask a few questions, talk through your situation, and let you know what next steps look like. There’s no pressure and no judgment – just a straightforward conversation about whether Lumera is a good fit for what you’re going through.
Medical Disclaimer
Psychiatric treatments, including medications and therapy, may involve risks and side effects. This information is provided for outreach and awareness purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Licensed clinicians and medical providers conduct evidence-based assessments to determine the most appropriate individualized treatment plan.