Can You Get Addicted to Kratom? Understanding the Risks and Recovery Options in Tennessee

Can you get addicted to kratom? Yes—kratom can be addictive and may lead to dangerous withdrawal symptoms, much like opioids. If you live in Tennessee and are struggling with kratom or other opioids, Recovery Care of Columbia offers confidential, virtual addiction treatment to help you break free without ever stepping into a clinic.

What Is Kratom and Why Is It Addictive?

Kratom is a plant-based substance sometimes marketed as an herbal supplement for pain relief or mood improvement. According to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), kratom interacts with the brain’s opioid receptors, creating effects similar to prescription painkillers or heroin. Over time, repeated use can cause physical dependence and cravings—clear signs of addiction.

Signs You May Be Addicted to Kratom

If you or someone you love is using kratom, watch for these warning signs:

• Needing larger doses to feel the same effects
  
• Anxiety, irritability, or muscle aches when not using
  
• Trouble meeting work or family responsibilities
  
• Mixing kratom with alcohol or other drugs
  

Left untreated, kratom addiction can escalate into serious health issues, including overdose or death, especially if combined with opioids or sedatives.

Kratom vs. Opioids: A Dangerous Overlap

While kratom is not classified as an opioid, it acts on the same receptors. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) warns that any substance affecting these receptors can lead to dependence, dangerous withdrawal, and relapse. People already battling opioid addiction may try kratom to “self-treat,” but this often creates a cycle of addiction that’s hard to escape.

Why Choose Recovery Care of Columbia

Our Tennessee-based clinic has been helping people reclaim their lives for over six years. Highlights include:

• First clinic in Tennessee to earn a virtual medical license for addiction treatment
  
• Over 1,000 Tennessee patients treated—from Memphis to Knoxville, Nashville to Clarksville, and right here in Columbia
  
• Same-day Suboxone prescriptions, sent to your local pharmacy or delivered overnight
  
• No in-person visits required—complete care from your smartphone
  
• Accredited by The Joint Commission for the highest quality standards
  
• 100+ five-star Google reviews from patients who found lasting recovery
  
• Masters-level counselors and caring staff, many in active recovery themselves
  

Our unique TeleMAT program (Telemedicine Medication-Assisted Treatment) combines Suboxone, counseling, and compassionate support to stop cravings and ease withdrawal—whether from kratom, heroin, fentanyl, or prescription opioids.

How Our Virtual Addiction Treatment Works

1. Register online: Choose the option that fits your situation:
   
   • Commercial health insurance
   • TennCare Medicaid
   • Self-pay
2. Meet our team: Kind, supportive staff with years of experience and no judgment.
   
3. Same-day prescription: Suboxone is prescribed during your first appointment and sent directly to a local pharmacy or shipped overnight.
   
4. Ongoing counseling: Master’s-level counselors help build a strong foundation for long-term recovery.
   

Need financial help? Apply for our Sliding-Scale Program. Returning patients can log in here.

FAQs About Kratom Addiction

Is kratom addictive like opioids?
Yes. Kratom binds to opioid receptors, creating similar dependence and withdrawal.

What are kratom withdrawal symptoms?
Muscle aches, nausea, irritability, insomnia, and intense cravings—similar to opioid withdrawal.

Can Suboxone help kratom addiction?
Absolutely. Suboxone reduces cravings and withdrawal symptoms, making it easier to stop using kratom and other opioids.

Do I have to visit a clinic?
No. Our entire program is virtual, so you can recover from home in Memphis, Chattanooga, or anywhere in Tennessee.

Will insurance cover treatment?
Yes, we accept TennCare Medicaid, commercial insurance, and self-pay. View insurance and pricing.

Why Act Now

Kratom may seem “natural,” but addiction can lead to legal trouble, job loss, or fatal overdose—especially when mixed with other substances. Recovery Care of Columbia provides a safe, private, and proven path to recovery for adults 18 to 65.

Call or text (931) 548-3062 or message us securely on the Spruce Health mobile app. You deserve compassionate care and a life free from addiction.

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• Kratom Withdrawal Treatment: Safe, Effective Options in Tennessee

External Addiction Resources

• FDA: Kratom and Addiction Risks
• SAMHSA National Helpline
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC.gov
• Tennessee Department of Health Drug Overdose Dashboard
• National Institute on Drug Abuse
• National Center on Substance Abuse and Child Welfare
• Find a Peer Recovery Support Specialist
• The DEA Announces Intent to Schedule Kratom

Recovery Care of Columbia is here to help you stop the cycle—because you can get addicted to kratom, but you don’t have to stay that way.