Relapse Prevention Therapy Programs at Southern Sky Recovery
Nobody wants to relapse, but it’s a common part of recovery. Returning to substance use after a period of sobriety is not a failure but a normal part of the process. There is always a risk of relapse while in recovery, but there are ways to prevent it from happening.
Southern Sky Recovery’s therapy programs in Bluffton, SC, provide a strong foundation of relapse prevention therapy integrated into the rest of the treatment. With relapse prevention, you will find it easier to remain sober even under challenging situations. For more information about our relapse prevention program, contact us today at 843.350.5769.
How Does Relapse Prevention Program Work?
When you enter a relapse prevention therapy program, you’ll work with trained, empathetic medical professionals to develop a relapse prevention strategy specific to your needs. Relapse prevention focuses on developing skills, using techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help you identify the thoughts and behaviors that could lead to relapse.
1. You’ll Figure Out Your Triggers
You will pinpoint the internal and external cues that may tempt you to use drugs and alcohol. This can include loneliness, exhaustion, places, people, and circumstances you associate with substance use.
2. You’ll Create Trigger Strategies
You and your counselor will work on strategies to avoid or deal with these triggers as they arise. These strategies may include:
- Replacing negative thoughts with positive, helpful thoughts
- Taking care of your basic well-being; eating and sleeping enough
- Anticipating when a social situation may be a trigger
- Confidently declining offers of drugs and alcohol
- Finding a sober living facility or other sober living situation
- Reaching out to members of your support system
- Developing new, healthy habits and patterns
These strategies become your relapse prevention plan. Over time, you’ll develop new coping mechanisms and grow more confident in your ability to handle tough times while staying sober.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
Family Therapy Program
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Individual Therapy Program
Relapse Prevention Therapy Techniques
Sober living can be difficult for people with substance use disorders, especially in the early stages of recovery. That’s why relapse prevention programs use diverse techniques and methods to find plans that work for everyone at every stage.
Plans are tailor-made for each individual. They consider your level of outside support, any co-occurring physical or mental health conditions you are diagnosed with, the specifics of your substance use, and other factors.
Relapse prevention approaches may include:
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), which helps clients change destructive behavior by changing unhelpful thought patterns
- Identifying any “thinking traps” or recurring thoughts that discourage clients from staying sober
- Family therapy sessions, where the client’s family learns how to act as a strong and helpful support system
- Coping with substance use cravings by “urge surfing” or letting the cravings appear and disappear without dwelling on them
- Recognizing emotions that can lead to relapse temptations and having a plan for dealing with these emotions
Each technique reinforces the client’s belief in themselves and their ability to succeed in long-term recovery.
Despite the success of relapse prevention therapy, clients may still experience relapses. If this happens, they are encouraged to see the relapse as an opportunity to strengthen their coping skills and learn new, more effective strategies, and not as a failure.
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The team at Southern Sky Recovery is available to help you or your loved one in finding the best treatment options that work for your individual needs. Our program is rooted in a philosophy based on client-first care and personalized solutions. Call us today to start your journey to long-term healing.
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Relapse Prevention At Southern Sky Recovery
At Southern Sky Recovery, we know long-term, successful recovery is possible. Many of our staff members are in recovery themselves. We prioritize empathy, taking a “client-first” approach to all we do.
We will be there for our clients for as long as they need. Our aftercare programming offers ongoing alums support, even after you’ve left rehab. Your success is ours. Call 843.350.5769 or reach out online to learn more about the help we offer.
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