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Helping someone through the recovery process is a long-term commitment that requires patience, empathy, and the right knowledge.
While treatment programs are essential for detox and stabilization, they only lay the groundwork for long-term recovery. Your ongoing encouragement and support are vital for continued recovery success.
Recovery never ends. It is a lifelong process in which individuals must rebuild and maintain a healthy, balanced life free from substance use. It involves physical, emotional, and spiritual healing and requires effective coping skills to avoid relapse.
Here is a breakdown of four common phases in addiction recovery:
Your encouragement helps reduce the risk of social withdrawal and isolation. It can also boost motivation and remind your loved one that they are not alone during substance abuse recovery.
The power of love truly can help heal addiction.
Here are a few tips for encouraging accountability in a supportive, nonjudgmental way:
Tips for supporting a loved one in recovery include:
Say:
Avoid:
Active listening builds trust. Let them be heard. Sometimes they need to share their feelings and concerns but aren’t ready to listen to solutions.
Setting healthy boundaries for yourself is important for protecting your physical, mental, and emotional health. Taking time out to restore and rebalance helps you show up for your loved one without resentment or burnout.
If you are feeling resentful or burnt out, several resources are available to give you the help you need to get back on track and continue showing up for your loved one with the best version of yourself.
Al-Anon or Nar-Anon can provide guidance from others who understand what you’re going through.
If your loved one’s health, safety, or life is at risk, contact Beach House Center for Recovery immediately for high-quality, evidence-based treatment. Working with an addiction professional can help you organize an effective intervention. They can help you suggest the right approach, guide treatment options, and develop a follow-up plan.
Recovery is lifelong and is different for every person. Many continue treatment or support groups for years after initial treatment.
Relapse is an unfortunate part of the recovery process for some. If your loved one relapses, encourage them to re-engage in treatment right away and help them get back on track with support and compassion.
If you believe your loved one needs to enter a rehab program, we recommend expressing your concerns with empathy, compassion, and care. Highlight the positive changes treatment can bring and remind your loved one that you will support them every step of the way.
Yes. Beach House Center for Recovery provides evidence-based family support during addiction recovery. Our Family Program helps family members and loved ones process emotions and learn healthy ways to support themselves and their loved one during their recovery journey.
Whether you’re researching for yourself or a loved one, Beach House can help. We understand that this is a serious time in your life and that the treatment center you choose matters. We want you to feel comfortable and empowered to make the right decision for yourself, a friend, or a family member. This is why a counselor is waiting and available to answer your questions and help put your mind at ease regarding the next steps. Many of the staff at Beach House have walked in your shoes. If you feel you’re ready or want more information about how to help a loved one, we can help today. You can also learn why we are voted the #1 rehab for addiction treatment in Florida.
We accept most major insurance plans and can verify your benefits quickly and confidentially.
We’re committed to helping you access the care you need, our admissions counselors can guide you through your coverage options and available resources.
