Involving the Family in Addiction Recovery
When an individual is in need of treatment to overcome an addiction and is seeking recovery there are inevitably friends, family and loved ones who will have been deeply affected in various ways by the addiction.
Just as help and support are vital for the individual to recover from their own addiction, it is also important that the closest people to the addict are on board and supportive in the right way to help them beat their problem but also to begin the healing and recovery process for themselves. Our family support aims to reassure family members of their loved one’s recovery with facilitated visits and offer information and advice on addiction recovery.
Involving the Family in Addiction Recovery
In many cases where an individual needs treatment but they are unwilling or unable to take the necessary steps for themselves to secure a place in treatment, the staff here at New Leaf Recovery are on hand to help, support and advise you through the treatment process. From the initial point of contact through to the completion of treatment and beyond, our family support is significant for the process of recovery but also in the mending of bonds and a long-term recovery journey and aftercare.
It is said that addiction is a family problem and recovery also has to be a family affair for the treatment and recovery process to be as effective as possible. With this in mind, here at New Leaf Recovery, we encourage family members to play an active role in the treatment of their addicted family member. We welcome family visits once the client has settled at New Leaf. Depending on the length of the client’s stay with us, family visits could occur once a week or when sees fit. New Leaf offers different lengths of stay for clients, from 7 days to 28 days.
Family Mediation / Family Therapy During Addiction Treatment
Mediation can be offered for those clients and families who feel that there may be some underlying issues, damage to relationships or sensitive discussions that have been avoided or not approached positively and constructively in the past.
Our professional and experienced staff will facilitate family mediation sessions in agreement with the client and the family member(s) concerned with a view to resolving underlying issues. We promote focusing on positive and constructive ways of moving forward to create a solid foundation on which they can build healthier relationships post-treatment and in the ongoing recovery process.
Coming to Terms with Addiction
It’s easy to get consumed by worry when a loved one is living with an addiction. Understanding that addiction is not a result of personal fail, but a disorder is important. Cravings and compulsion are two examples of daily challenges that people with addictions face and being there as a pillar of support for them can make a great difference.
Understanding your loved one’s addiction and learning about the recovery process is one of the best things you can do to offer family support. Addiction can be complex and the journey to recovery may not be straightforward, however, with the right help, therapies and treatments, having family support throughout the process and aftercare, will encourage the individual with addiction to pursue their efforts.
Benefits of Family Support
Combatting loneliness and shame:
Addiction is isolating but family support can provide a sense of security and belonging.
Reducing the chance of relapse:
Family members can help identify triggers and create a safe and supportive home environment that minimises temptations. Having someone to remind them of their goals is also supportive.
Improved communication and trust:
Addiction can damage relationships but family support opens the door to honest communication and reconnection.
Addiction Treatment
Our Complete Recovery Journey - from your initial enquiry, all the way through treatment and beyond into ongoing support, New Leaf Recovery are there to guide and support you.
Treatments & Services
New Leaf offers a complete journey of treatment - from initial detoxification and rehabilitation to ongoing support, including aftercare, family support, and beyond into long-term recovery.
Accommodation
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