Season 1 Episode 10: Listening Session #3: Treatment for Individuals with Opioid Use Disorder

In our third Listening Session, The NOCE Dose host, Bianca D. McCall, leads insightful conversations with experts on the opioid response in Nevada. Through discussions with clinicians, social workers, and healthcare professionals, this episode explores the importance of community collaboration, trauma-informed care, and holistic approaches in addiction treatment. Guests share their experiences in addressing barriers to care, fostering psychological safety in the workforce, and mentoring the next generation of providers. From integrating holistic therapies like yoga in medically assisted treatment (MAT) to navigating the complexities of cultural responsiveness, this episode highlights the power of connection, persistence, and education in improving addiction recovery efforts.

Funding for this activity was made possible in whole or in part by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Director’s Office through the Fund for a Resilient Nevada, established in Nevada Revised Statutes 433.712 through 433.744. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence or its funders.