National Recovery Month
September 1, 2026
September is National Recovery Month. National Recovery Month recognizes the strength, resilience, and achievements of individuals recovering from substance use disorders and mental health conditions. As healthcare continues to evolve, technology is becoming an important tool in supporting recovery. Telehealth services allow individuals to connect with counselors, therapists, and healthcare providers remotely, reducing barriers to care.
Tele-treatment for Substance Use Disorders
Telehealth is a tool for supporting individuals with substance use disorder.
When used in combination with other treatment methods, telebehavioral health interventions can be part of an integrated approach to treating substance use disorders. Telehealth can be used for:
- Screening and diagnosis.
- Online counseling.
- Consultations for medications for opioid use disorder.
- Individual and group therapy.
Telehealth use for behavioral health remains high. A survey of mental health treatment facilities found that 80% offered care via telehealth. The use of telehealth for behavioral health care may increase access, continuity of care, patient privacy, and convenience while reducing barriers to care, including fears of stigma.
AI Scribes for Behavioral Health
Behavioral health leaders from Hawse Health report progress they found in implementing AI‑assisted documentation to combat clinician burnout and ease documentation burden for behavioral health providers. Learn more about the challenges and opportunities they found in implementing AI‑assisted documentation across their behavioral health team.
Learn more:
SAMHSA National Recovery Month
Tele-treatment for substance use disorders