Reduce alcohol cravings and regain control with naltrexone. We offer discreet, evidence-based treatment via telehealth at Crescent City Psychiatric.
What Is Alcohol Use Disorder?
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a medical condition where a person has difficulty controlling their drinking, continues to drink despite negative consequences, or experiences strong cravings. AUD is not a matter of willpower; it is a treatable condition.
How Naltrexone Helps
Naltrexone is a safe, non-addictive medication that reduces the brain’s reward response to alcohol. When taken one hour before drinking, it decreases the pleasurable effects of alcohol and helps diminish the urge to keep drinking. Over several weeks to months, most patients naturally cut back or lose interest in alcohol altogether.
Is This Right for Me?
Clinical studies show that 78% of patients who follow their treatment plan significantly reduce their reliance on alcohol.
You may benefit from naltrexone if:
- You want to cut back or stop drinking without detox or rehab
- You drink regularly and have struggled to quit or cut back
- You prefer a discreet, outpatient approach via telehealth
- You are not taking opioids and are not pregnant
How It Works at Crescent City Psychiatric
- Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation – A full psychiatric and medical assessment, discussion of your alcohol use history, and treatment goals. If appropriate, your provider may initiate a trial of naltrexone.
- Baseline Labs – Routine tests (such as liver function) to ensure safety.
- Start Naltrexone Therapy – Targeted dosing before drinking using The Sinclair Method. Patients take naltrexone one hour prior to drinking and do not take it on alcohol-free days.
- Follow-Up Appointments – A first check-in at two weeks, then monthly visits during early treatment. Once stable, visits may move to every two or three months.
FAQs
Will I have to stop drinking completely?
No. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings so that cutting back feels natural, not forced.
Is this confidential?
Yes. All sessions are private and conducted via secure telehealth.
What if I’ve tried other treatments?
Naltrexone works differently by changing how the brain responds to alcohol rather than requiring abstinence from the start.
Ready to Regain Control?
Book a confidential evaluation with Keith Robin today. No pressure. No shame. Just science-backed support. Please fill out our online New Patient Intake Form to schedule an evaluation and receive treatment if needed. Crescent City Psychiatric staff members review each submission and will help you schedule a new patient appointment. You can also call us at (985) 249-1322 to receive more information.
