Addiction takes a heavy toll on relationships. Finding ways to heal these relationships is an important part of the recovery process since staying sober requires a strong support system. Having people you can trust and who will keep you accountable is important for staying on the right track. If you are seeking affordable substance use disorder treatment that will assist you in gaining sobriety and mending fractured relationships, our family counseling program in Berkeley, CA offers a variety of treatment options. To learn more about our programs and services, we encourage you to reach out to us today at 866.772.8491 to speak with an addiction specialist.
Addiction and Relationships
Personal relationships inevitably suffer as a result of addiction. This is true for a host of reasons. Those who are under the influence of alcohol or drugs and stuck in a cycle of addiction have a tendency to isolate themselves and can become distant and disengaged from family members. In some instances, people will have lied or stolen from family members or friends in order to fuel their habit. The lines can become blurry. It can be challenging for people to separate the person they know and love from the disease that is addiction.
Finding ways to repair relationships is an important part of the recovery process. It can be healing for individuals who have had their lives devastated by addiction to begin to prove to friends and family that they are committed to a new life trajectory.
The Need for Support in Recovery
In treatment, clients learn life skills that help them improve coping mechanisms and manage high-risk triggers to better navigate real-world situations. These skills are essential in order to maintain sobriety.
Evidence suggests that individuals who have adequate family support are far more likely to stop abusing substances, remain in treatment, avoid relapse, and stay sober. This is true both for families and couples without children. Family counseling and support help those in recovery embrace their new sober life and learn effective communication strategies that improve their ability to engage in healthy ways.
Why Choose New Bridge Foundation® for Addiction Treatment
New Bridge Foundation® was recently ranked as one of America’s “Best Addiction Treatment Centers” in a survey conducted by Statista in cooperation with Newsweek. This is the third year in a row that New Bridge Foundation® has had the honor of being included on this prestigious list.
New Bridge Foundation® has a history of over 50 years in the field of helping people overcome their addictions. We are a non-profit located in the San Francisco Bay Area. We provide free evaluations and assessments. We seek to help a range of clients, from everyday people to veterans and active-duty military personnel.
Our programs and services are broad-ranging. We offer a wide array of co-occurring disorder services designed to meet the particular needs of each of our clients.
Our programs and services include:
- Detox
- Short-term residential rehab
- Long-term residential rehab
- Short-term outpatient rehab
- Telehealth services (California residents only), including our virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
- Specialized programs include:
- Co-occurring disorders
- LGBTQ+ affirmative care
- Treatment for veterans and active duty military personnel
Our mental health counseling options include but are not limited to:
- Individual counseling
- Group counseling
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Family education
- Support groups
Unlike many treatment centers, New Bridge Foundation® takes pride in providing free lifetime aftercare services.
Contact New Bridge Foundation® Today to Learn More
It’s never too late to start repairing relationships that were damaged as a result of addiction. At New Bridge Foundation®, our medical doctors, mental health practitioners, and certified drug and alcohol counselors can help you learn to rebuild relationships with loved ones. Repairing relationships is hard work, but the effort is meaningful and cathartic. We look forward to helping you on your journey to lasting recovery. Reach out to us today at 866.772.8491 to speak with a trained professional who can tell you more about our programs and services tailored to meet your individual needs.
