How to Cope With Being ‘Let Go’ During Recovery

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In recent years, the economy has undergone many changes that have forced companies to make difficult decisions like cutting certain positions. If you were recently “let go†from your job, it could have a negative effect on your recovery. 

According to the Journal of Addictive Diseases, “Employment is a key functioning index in addiction services and consistently emerges as a goal among persons in recovery.†Newport Beach Recovery Center provides treatment and support services, including referrals to job placement services for individuals recovering from substance use disorder (SUD). We can help you heal and meet your recovery goals.

Being Let Go Is Never Easy 

Everyone reacts differently to being let go. However, most people find it upsetting and scary, even if they did not enjoy their job. Careers provide people with a purpose, motivation, and financial support. Losing those things can cause you to spiral if you do not have the skills to cope with stress. Job losses from legal issues related to substance abuse might make you feel guilty or ashamed. Newport Beach Recovery Center can help you accept your circumstances and find healthy solutions that prevent relapse and improve mental health. 

Most people who lose their job before or during rehabilitation worry about the following: 

  • Loss of health insurance coverage 
  • Concerns about paying monthly bills 
  • Being unable to provide for children or other family members 
  • Affording aftercare services like individual therapy 
  • Transportation costs

Health insurance provides at least partial coverage of treatment and aftercare services for many people. After a job loss, healthcare coverage may end immediately or within several months. Fear of being unable to complete treatment might interfere with your recovery. However, many resources exist to help you get the help you need to heal from SUD.

Coming to Terms With Your Feelings About Being Let Go

Treatment programs like the ones offered at Newport Beach Recovery Center help clients achieve and maintain emotional regulation. If you are let go before treatment, the risk of relapse or overdose increases significantly. However, you have a reduced risk if you get that call after you have started working with a care team. The emotional and practical support offered by healthcare professionals provides you with relapse prevention tools. You will learn how to cope with stress and process emotions in a healthier way. 

For many people, coming to terms with losing a job involves accepting the following: 

  • Loss of routine 
  • Sudden change in financial status 
  • Loss of social support

In addition to losing financial and healthcare support, individuals let go from longtime jobs might feel a loss of emotional support. Coworkers often grow close over time and become a sort of informal family in the workplace. Losing that connection can cause anxiety and depression. 

Your therapist will help you find healthy ways to cope with these life changes. During rehab, you need to focus on addressing issues related to substance abuse. Coming to terms with your new situation makes redirecting your energy and establishing new routines easier. The stress of a job loss does not have to interfere with your ability to achieve sobriety. Your care team will help you process the changes. Soon enough, you’ll feel strong enough to cope. 

Private and Community Support Services

Community-based and private recovery support services provide essential resources during aftercare. Newport Beach Recovery Center offers aftercare planning with information about local community resources, including: 

  • Self-help groups 
  • Advocacy groups and organizations 
  • Family support services 
  • Clinics and therapy offices
  • Job placement services

According to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), recovery is a series of changes over time that “may include clinical treatment, medications, faith-based approaches, peer support, family support, self-care, and other methods.†Private and community services can ensure you have access to everything you need for long-term sobriety. People cope with job losses better when they have a comprehensive support system. 

Staying Safe While Searching for Work 

Losing your job can cause extreme emotional distress. The emotions can worsen symptoms of depression, anxiety, or panic. However, during treatment, you should focus on maintaining long-term sobriety. The care team at Newport Beach Recovery Center will provide you with the skills and tools you need to manage your condition while searching for work. 

Once you complete treatment or transition into a lower level of care, you can use the resources we provide to do the following: 

  • Prepare for job interviews 
  • Improve your resume 
  • Connect with companies who are actively hiring 
  • Get temporary assistance paying for utility bills, rent, or food 

Searching for a new job can put you in situations that might increase your risk of relapse. You will interact with many new people in unfamiliar situations. Some people encounter unexpected triggers, making it essential to create a safety plan before completing treatment. Newport Beach Recovery Center collaborates with each client to create an aftercare plan involving crisis management and steps to prevent relapse. You can get through this difficulty while staying sober.

Losing your job during addiction treatment can cause extreme stress and increase your risk of relapse. Job training and placement services exist to help people in recovery quickly find work. Part of aftercare planning at Newport Beach Recovery Center can include connecting you with job placement services and other resources in your local area. We understand the stress of losing a job. We want to help you succeed at maintaining your sobriety. You can successfully recover from SUD and integrate into a new workplace using the coping skills you learn during treatment. To find out more about our programs and services, call Newport Beach Recovery Center today at (888) 850-0363.

How Do Rehabs Prepare Clients for the Next Level of Care?

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Newport Beach Recovery Center has multiple levels of care. We believe it is helpful to have clients work with the same dedicated team throughout the various treatment programs. To ensure high-quality care, we use comprehensive assessments and monitor client progress to determine when someone is ready to transfer to a different level of care. 

Individuals with more severe substance use disorder (SUD) may require the full continuum of care. In contrast, clients with mild symptoms may benefit from participating in a short-term outpatient program. Everyone responds to recovery and treatment differently. We have highly personalized care plans to ensure that every client gets the help they need to make noticeable progress. 

What Is the Continuum of Care at Newport Beach Recovery Center? 

We offer multiple high-quality treatment services and programs at Newport Beach Recovery Center, including: 

  • Detox
  • Medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
  • Withdrawal management
  • Residential 
  • Partial hospitalization (PHP)
  • Intensive outpatient (IOP)
  • Outpatient
  • Sober living community

We designed our programs to help clients through specific stages of the recovery process. Clients may attend one or more of the programs. Some individuals may need to go through several different levels of care before they feel confident in their ability to maintain sobriety independently. We believe everyone deserves access to high-quality care to help them develop essential skills for maintaining long-term sobriety. 

With this in mind, we assist clients through transitions between levels of care. Our team educates them on what will change, how it may affect their treatment plan, and their recovery goals. We take steps to ensure that clients feel comfortable relying on their support system before they make the transition between programs or out of treatment. This includes peers, staff, and their loved ones. 

Why Are Multiple Levels of Care Necessary? 

Many people worry that when they return home, they will go right back to repeating unhealthy behaviors. By slowly making the transition, clients feel more confident in their ability to maintain sobriety. The continuum of care we offer at our facility ensures clients grow to trust the team responsible for their care. Individuals who attend our treatment programs build strong bonds with peers and our team.  

We monitor each client during the various stages of treatment to ensure their emotional and physical well-being. The tailored treatment plans we offer also ensure that each program they participate in will positively affect their recovery. Multiple levels of care provide essential tools that clients can incorporate into their daily lives to help them manage their recovery successfully. 

How Do Clients Know When to Transition? 

Clients collaborate closely with the clinical team to determine when to transition to the next level of care or out of treatment. In some cases, clients encounter setbacks that may cause them to repeat specific programs or get referred out to a specialized program before returning to complete rehabilitation at Newport Beach Recovery Center. We support our clients and alumni through the entire continuum of care and consider their personal goals when making treatment decisions. 

Below are some indicators that someone may need a different level of care: 

  • Loss of motivation or ambivalence
  • Decreased effectiveness of therapy 
  • Increased self-awareness and steady progress 
  • A substantial change in the severity and number of symptoms

If an individual notices these traits in themselves, they can discuss this with their care team. Additionally, we train staff members to recognize these signs. Should a staff member recognize these indicators, they will address the need for change with the patient.

Does Support Change at Different Levels of Care? 

Each level of care focuses on a specific stage of recovery to enhance the effectiveness of treatment. As clients move through the different programs we offer, they will have less structure to help them practice utilizing their coping skills in the real world. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), “Services are based on a continuum [of care], starting with the least restrictive services that require less time and participation, to the most restrictive services that require more time and participation.” Our facility’s most structured programs include: 

  • Residential
  • Detox
  • Withdrawal management
  • Medication-assisted treatment (MAT)

Mandatory check-ins, drug tests, and therapy attendance make these programs effective. Lower levels of care include intensive outpatient, outpatient, and our sober living community, where clients must maintain their own ongoing recovery with minimal supervision.  

The amount of support our clients receive during each level of care does not change even if the structure of the treatment becomes less formal. We are always here to provide encouragement, resources, and assistance to clients at every stage of their recovery. Correspondingly, we tailor the services we offer each client to ensure they address any underlying issues or co-occurring conditions that might affect treatment. Newport Beach Recovery Center provides clients with all the tools they need to continue healing and progressing in their recovery goals. 

Newport Beach Recovery Center offers multiple levels of care to help our clients make steady, observable progress in their recovery from substance use disorder. We provide a full continuum of treatment services, including detox and withdrawal management, residential treatment, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, outpatient, and a sober living community. We also assist with the transition between programs by offering transportation to and from the facility and support services to ensure the comfort and safety of our clients. Newport Beach Recovery Center provides personalized treatment plans that focus on preparing individuals in recovery to maintain independent sobriety. We use educational classes, therapy, peer support, skill development, and other resources to ensure clients feel prepared when they complete our programs. Clients collaborate with our care team to create achievable goals. To learn more about our programs, call us today at (888) 850-0363.

Moving Forward in Recovery After Losing Custody of Your Child

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Parents diagnosed with substance use disorder (SUD) can face significant consequences and challenges. The responsibility of raising a child comes with essential tasks like providing them with a safe and nurturing home environment and having the means to meet their daily emotional and physical needs. While under the influence of alcohol or drugs, parents may not recognize how their actions affect their children. Substance misuse can sometimes lead to legal issues, including having the child removed from the parent’s care.

In many cases, parents have an opportunity to regain custody of their child by completing a series of tasks, including attending rehabilitation, family therapy, anger management, or parenting classes. According to the National Center on Substance Abuse and Child Welfare (NCSACW), “Policies and procedures that encourage parents to enter substance use treatment and consider their parenting role as a part of their recovery process help to reduce the effects of parental substance use disorders on their children.” Facilities like Newport Beach Recovery Center can help parents recover from SUD and learn essential skills that will improve their ability to provide a healthy home environment for their children. In addition, if the state has temporarily removed your child from your care, there might be steps you can take to regain custody.

Taking Steps to Regain Custody of Your Child

The realities of substance misuse include the possibility of losing custody of your child if the state does not believe you can adequately care for your child and keep them safe. Each family and case is unique, meaning there is no single solution. Instead, you will need to work with the system, which often means meeting specific criteria for the state to determine you are a fit parent, including:

  • Proving your dedication to recovery by attending treatment and therapy
  • Attending educational and parenting classes
  • Maintaining steady employment

According to the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), “Many jurisdictions have developed specialized programs to bring child welfare, substance abuse treatment programs, and court systems together to support reunification.” You will need to maintain a steady recovery or show determination to become a fit parent capable of taking responsibility for your child’s health and well-being.

Symptoms of SUD and co-occurring mental health disorders can worsen during shifts in family dynamics. However, individual and group therapy at treatment facilities like Newport Beach Recovery Center can help you find a healthy path toward reunification with your child.

Parental Legal Issues Caused by Substance Misuse

Many parents find themselves facing multiple legal issues caused by substance misuse, including:

  • Jail time or probation
  • Fines
  • Financial difficulties caused by extreme debt
  • Child abuse, neglect, or endangerment charges
  • Divorce
  • Drug charges

Children are often directly affected by legal, financial, and career problems caused by substance misuse. Even if you try to shelter your child from the consequences, their current and future mental health can suffer. The state may have no choice but to put your child in the care of someone else while you undergo treatment and deal with the fallout of legal issues caused by SUD. Acting in good faith during this period and taking responsibility for your actions can go a long way toward showing your willingness to change.

Coping With the Consequences of Substance Misuse

The consequences of addictive behaviors can ripple through time and affect all areas of your life and the lives of your loved ones. Misusing substances puts everyone around you at risk. Your children and significant other might need their form of treatment to heal the damage caused by your addictive behaviors. You alone are responsible for your actions and the choices you make. Today you can choose to put your family and child first by participating in professional treatment. Participating in a rehabilitation program allows you to heal, grow, and regain control of your life.

A few ways you can cope with the consequences of substance misuse include:

  • Committing to change
  • Faithfully attending treatment and therapy
  • Actively participating in the recovery process
  • Increasing your ability to function through education and skill development
  • Attending parenting classes
  • Expanding your support system
  • Practicing self-care
  • Communicating clearly and honestly with your loved ones

The hard work you put into healing from SUD will benefit your child by allowing them to see how much you care about them. You do not have to endure constant regret, guilt, and shame. Instead, you can accept the reality of your situation and take concrete steps to change and create a healthier future for yourself and your family.

How to Repair Relationships With Your Loved Ones

Newport Beach Recovery Center offers family therapy and support services to help clients repair relationships with their loved ones. So you can keep moving forward in recovery and provide your family and the state with proof of your dedication to change.

Every relationship requires different steps to repair the damage. However, a few basic things you can do to make progress include:

  • Following the guidelines provided by the state
  • Being honest about your situation
  • Making amends for past behaviors
  • Actively participating in all treatment and therapy to ensure personal growth
  • Asking for help when you need it

Parents with substance use disorder have to cope with many challenges that might directly or indirectly affect their children. Many people in recovery face legal issues, including the possibility of having their child removed from their care. Losing custody of your child can motivate positive changes in your life by encouraging you to regain control of your health and repair the damages your family suffered due to substance misuse. The dedicated Newport Beach Recovery Center team can help you establish healthy routines and develop essential life skills to function as a parent. We want to help you recover from SUD and reconnect with your family. With hard work and determination, you can make changes that increase your ability to give your child the support and healthy environment they need to thrive. Learn more by contacting our office today. Call us at (888) 850-0363.

What Role Does Personal Resolve Play in Recovery?

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Self-growth is easier when you have a personal resolve to achieve and maintain sobriety. Recovery is more than medical interventions, skill development, therapy, or joining the sober community. Your determination to follow through with the recovery process will affect every aspect of your life, including mental and physical health. You will get more out of therapy and have a lower risk of relapse if you commit yourself to sobriety. Newport Beach Recovery Center uses evidence-based therapeutic methods, including acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), motivational interviewing (MI), and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), to help clients make positive changes.

Why Are Motivations and Personal Resolve Essential to Recovery?

Personal resolve is a lifelong commitment to a specific idea, behavior, or belief. By choosing to remain sober, you give yourself a long-term goal that will guide your future decisions. Your resolve can help you create sustainable motivation and achievable recovery goals by doing the following:

  • Providing you with the desire to maintain sobriety
  • Reminding you of what you will achieve if you resist cravings and intrusive thoughts
  • Giving you a roadmap forward during long-term recovery
  • Empowering you to continue making healthier choices

Misusing certain substances can affect various areas of the brain and make it more challenging to examine past substance misuse objectively, which can lead to a lack of motivation. Difficulty focusing on your resolve during treatment is not a moral failing, and most people need additional support in early recovery to maintain their commitment to change. A large part of rehabilitation involves being held accountable and learning to take on self-accountability healthily.

What Are the Benefits of Personal Resolve?

Resolving to make better choices and improve your general well-being comes with many benefits, including:

  • Increased conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
  • Reduced ambivalence or hesitancy about treatment and recovery
  • Healthier relationships
  • More social engagement and better communication

If you feel confident in your ability to overcome challenges, the early stages of treatment will feel less overwhelming and stressful. A deep commitment to change can also empower you to make positive changes in other areas of your life. At Newport Beach Recovery Center, we believe that everyone has the potential to heal from SUD and related mental health disorders.

Personal resolve ensures that you actively engage in treatments, including various forms of therapy. According to The Yale Journal of Biology and Medicine, “Cognitive therapy is one of the main tools for changing people’s negative thinking and developing healthy coping skills.†Your commitment to learning these coping techniques will make recognizing and replacing maladaptive thought patterns and behaviors easier during recovery.

How Can You Identify Healthy Motivations?

Healthy motivations can help you maintain your resolve and work through underlying issues that contributed to the development of your SUD. Below are a few markers to look for if you want to determine whether your motivations are healthy or unhealthy:

  • Healthy motivations result in positive changes to your thoughts, behaviors, or environments
  • Unhealthy motivations can lead to maladaptive behaviors and thought patterns
  • Healthy motivations empower you to take back control of your life
  • Unhealthy motivations entrench you further in thoughts or behaviors that increase the risk of falling back into maladaptive routines.
  • Healthy motivations enhance the effectiveness of treatment and therapy
  • Unhealthy motivations can interfere with treatment and therapy
  • Both types of motivation can feel impactful at the moment

Sometimes you need an outside observer to point out when you have unhealthy coping mechanisms. You can use individual or group therapy and your support system to hold yourself accountable and ensure that your choices will improve your life and help you follow through with your resolve to recover from SUD.

Why Is Personal Resolve Important?

Personal resolve ensures that you keep the goal of sobriety at the forefront of your mind during treatment. By maintaining that focus and drive, you can achieve amazing success within a short period. Taking that mindset with you into aftercare will encourage active participation in therapy and conscious self-improvement. In addition, most people notice an increase in self-awareness, self-esteem, and self-efficacy. According to Addictive Behaviors, individuals in treatment with “high confidence in their ability to resist drinking were more likely to maintain abstinence†for a significant period.

Your resolve can improve your treatment outcome and reduce the risk of relapse during continuing care. By choosing sobriety, you take back control of your life. The effectiveness of treatment relies on your ability and willingness to make positive changes to the way you think and act. A commitment to recovery ensures you get the most out of each treatment and therapy session during rehabilitation.

Your determination to make healthy changes will have a positive ripple effect on the lives of everyone around you. By taking responsibility for your well-being and recovery, you can increase the effectiveness of treatment and reduce the risk of relapse during continuing care. Your resolve to see things through and make essential changes to your lifestyle will propel you forward and keep you motivated during difficult moments in recovery. At Newport Beach Recovery Center, we believe everyone has the potential to recover from substance use disorder. We offer you the essential tools you need to heal and cope with the daily stressors that cause cravings and intrusive thoughts. You can significantly improve your outcome by committing yourself to a sober future and healthier choices. To learn more about our treatment facility and the services we offer, call our office today at (888) 850-0363.

6 Ways Personalized Recovery Supports Long-Term Success

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Facilities like Newport Beach Recovery Center offer personalized programs for people struggling with substance use disorder (SUD) and dual diagnosis. We believe everyone deserves to receive individualized treatment and services during rehabilitation. There are several factors; past trauma, cultural traditions, religious beliefs, and previous experiences with treatment all impact how you react to rehabilitation programs. We assess your needs and create a tailored plan to give you the best outcome possible. In addition to receiving high-quality treatment on-site, you will also have access to outside resources, including self-help and 12-Step groups, community assistance, and appropriate medical care.

How Does Newport Beach Recovery Center Personalize Care?

Newport Beach Recovery Center personalizes care by doing the following:

  • Ensuring all individual and group therapy sessions address the specific needs of each client
  • Accommodating personal, religious, and cultural traditions, including providing access to alternative holistic therapies
  • Collaborating closely with clients when creating treatment and aftercare plans
  • Providing an intimate, family-like setting that encourages healing and self-growth
  • Allowing clients to incorporate activities they enjoy into the treatment program

Clients undergo mandatory assessments and testing during admissions to ensure our care team knows what factors to consider throughout treatment. According to the National Library of Medicine (NLM), “Individualized treatment plans should consider age, gender identity, race and ethnicity, language, health literacy, religion/spirituality, sexual orientation, culture, trauma history, and co-occurring physical and mental health problems.” In addition, our staff talks with each client to determine what aspects of their personal beliefs and preferences to incorporate during treatment planning.

6 Ways Personalized Care Enhances the Effectiveness of Treatment

Treatment is more effective when it takes place in an environment that uses individualized care to ensure every part of the rehabilitation caters to the client. We individualize therapy groups and individual sessions by learning what truly motivates our clients, and we work with them to create a treatment plan tailored to their lifestyle and goals. Below are six ways personalized care can improve your treatment outcome.

#1. Reduced Risk of Relapse

Relapse prevention is one of the primary goals of outpatient treatment. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), “Through its emphasis on short-term behavioral goals, individualized counseling helps the patient develop coping strategies and tools to abstain from drug use and maintain abstinence.” In addition, the personalized treatment allows you to work with your therapist to create a strategy for relapse prevention that addresses issues you will face at home, work, or school during continuing care.

#2. More Relevant Group Therapy and Activities

All therapy groups and social activities at Newport Beach Recovery Center consider each client’s history, current disorders, triggers, and preferences to ensure people feel safe and comfortable. In addition, we often group people with similar life experiences. We also have gender-specific groups that address the various motivations and underlying issues for men, women, and individuals who identify as non-binary.

#3. More Individualized Trauma Treatment

Most people with SUD have a history of trauma from experiencing or witnessing something distressing. The risk factors for trauma and substance misuse overlap, and we treat both conditions concurrently to ensure a healthy recovery. A trauma-focused approach to treatment can enhance the effectiveness of therapy and peer support. We use personal assessments to determine how best to tailor your treatment plan to decrease re-traumatization risk.

#4. Lower Risk of Developing Co-Occurring Disorders

Personalized care lowers your risk of developing co-occurring disorders during treatment and continuing care. You will have access to the resources and tools you need to cope with daily stressors related to recovery. Your mental health will improve more quickly with this type of targeted treatment.

#5. Healthier Treatment Environment

The environment at facilities like Newport Beach Recovery Center reinforces healthy social interactions. In addition, individualized treatment plans create a more inclusive space by providing a family-like community, encouraging peer support, and offering appropriate accommodations when necessary.

#6. Efficient and Effective Treatment Planning

Efficient and effective treatment planning requires team collaboration to ensure we tailor program features to the needs of each client. You will benefit from a compassionate team of professionals working with you to create a treatment and aftercare plan that will prepare you for long-term recovery.

Why We Offer Personalized Care

We strive to provide personalized care to clients struggling with SUD and co-occurring conditions. Individuals who have attended other facilities might be familiar with the extreme limitations of standardized care that do not accommodate personal needs.

Personalized care can do the following:

  • Improve communication between client and care team
  • Enhance the effectiveness of individual and group therapy
  • Ensure a safe and secure environment
  • Provide services and alternative therapies relevant to your long-term recovery

Facilities that do not have individualized treatment cannot offer the same level of support, meaning clients in standardized programs may have a more difficult time coping during aftercare.

You can maintain sobriety long-term with the help of coping skills, recovery resources, and a healthy support system. We ensure you have the tools to transition to ongoing recovery with personalized treatment and aftercare planning. Many forms of peer support are available during treatment and aftercare, including group therapy, self-help groups, 12-Step groups, advocacy organizations, recovery events, and volunteer opportunities where peers can work together to serve their community. The Newport Beach Recovery Center care team will match you with groups and individual therapies to ensure you have the best outcome possible. We also offer alumni services, including referrals to group therapy and community services in your area, where you can connect to peers and get personalized care. Learn more about our programs and aftercare services by contacting our office. Call us today at (866) 541-6560 to speak with a team member.

Why Is Family Involvement Limited During Early Recovery?

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Many facilities either choose not to directly involve the family in treatment or increase their participation only in the later stages. Newport Beach Recovery Center allows families to contact their loved ones throughout treatment and may facilitate family therapy during later stages of treatment. We also provide support services, including referrals and information on community resources for families of individuals in recovery for substance use disorder (SUD).

We encourage treatment involvement when the family dynamic is healthy because it provides clients with an additional source of support. According to Social Work in Public Health, “Treating the individual without family involvement may limit the effectiveness of treatment for two main reasons: it ignores the devastating impact of SUDs on the family system leaving family members untreated, and it does not recognize the family as a potential system of support for change.” We believe the entire family unit should have support during the recovery process and provide referrals to family members who would like to attend individual therapy.

Why Is Family Often Not Involved in Early Recovery?

Early recovery, including treatment for detox and withdrawal, often does not include family therapy or much communication between clients and their loved ones. The reasons are practical. People in detox and withdrawal often have severe symptoms affecting their mental and physical health. Therefore, the best treatments are proper nutrition, therapeutic support, and a structured environment. In addition, contact with loved ones at that time might be emotionally destabilizing.

How Can Family Members Support Their Loved Ones?

Your family member will not be entirely cut off even during the earliest stages of detox and withdrawal, and they can do things to help support you throughout rehabilitation. For example, many facilities like Newport Beach Recovery Center will set up weekly calls with family members where they can check in with you over the phone to offer moral support and encouragement.

Can Anyone Attend Family Therapy?

Multiple therapeutic methods exist to treat family trauma and dysfunction. Family therapy is among the more popular options for individuals in residential or outpatient treatment for SUD. Anyone relevant to your recovery can attend family therapy, including:

  • Friends
  • Blood relatives
  • Adopted relatives
  • Roommates
  • Significant others
  • Mentors and sponsors

Although anyone can attend family therapy, not everyone should. In some instances, family therapy may exacerbate the issue. For example, if your loved one has opposing views on therapy or religious objections, having them attend sessions might cause more harm than good.

What Family Members Should Not Be Involved in Treatment?

Not every family member is willing or able to offer relevant support during recovery. In some cases, they do not have the emotional capacity to cope with their issues while providing compassionate encouragement to someone else. In those instances, some clients have a better outcome if their family members are not involved in the treatment process. At Newport Beach Recovery Center, we believe that families have a lot to offer, and their involvement can have a profound effect. However, in some instances involving family members may not benefit clients or their loved ones.

You should avoid regularly interacting with the following types of people during rehabilitation:

  • Anyone who reacts to treatment with shame, anger, or disgust
  • Anyone who constantly belittles you or uses your diagnosis as an excuse to blame you for their own choices
  • Anyone who has a strong religious or cultural objection to substance misuse and treatment
  • Anyone who frequently treats you disrespectfully and without regard for your mental health
  • Anyone who actively misuses substances

Individuals who will not uplift you and give you the time and space to heal should not have an opportunity to participate in your recovery. We understand relationships with family members can become strained, and you might feel compelled to “put up” with their behaviors to avoid conflict. However, allowing yourself to be emotionally mistreated or neglected can significantly impact your ability to prevent relapse during continuing care and ongoing recovery.

How Does Long-Term Recovery Affect Family Dynamics?

To succeed in long-term recovery, you should have a stable and supportive home environment and healthy relationships that encourage self-accountability. Positive family dynamics can motivate you to continue progressing in therapy despite the occasional setbacks that come with recovery.

Ongoing recovery can affect family dynamics in the following ways:

  • Improve verbal and nonverbal communication
  • Increase emotional support
  • Encourage better social interactions
  • Strengthen established boundaries
  • Improve conflict resolution and problem-solving skills

Every family member will benefit from you taking steps to repair the damage caused by maladaptive behaviors and past choices. You can take steps to strengthen those bonds and create a healthier and happier family unit using the resources at Newport Beach Recovery Center.

Newport Beach Recovery Center incorporates supportive family members in treatment when it will most benefit the client. If you and your loved ones share a strong bond and you want them to be a part of your rehabilitation, we can incorporate family therapy and support services into your treatment plan. For many people, early recovery requires complete focus on getting through the stages of detox and withdrawal. Family involvement in therapy is often limited during those stages because it can distract you from various aspects of therapy and treatment. You will collaborate with your care team to determine when or if to include your loved ones in the treatment process. Sometimes, family members cause more harm than good, and it might be in your best interest to avoid including them. To find out more about our treatment and family services, call us today at (888) 850-0363.

How an Experienced Team Benefits Recovery

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The care team at Newport Beach Recovery Center is passionate about helping people who want to achieve and maintain sobriety. The tight-knit community at our facility provides a positive, family-like environment where clients can heal and recover. Treatment requires active participation, which is easier to maintain when clients feel heard, understood, and valued. 

We believe therapy for substance use disorder (SUD) and co-occurring disorders should involve personal engagement and compassionate care from all staff and management. We work as a team to ensure all clients feel welcomed into our program. Our program models healthy social interactions for clients and uses various therapeutic methods to provide comprehensive treatment. Our mission is to provide high-quality treatment for individuals with SUD. 

What Sets Our Team Apart? 

At Newport Beach Recovery Center, we care about everyone who struggles with addiction, regardless of whether they attend our facility. Our managers and staff spend countless hours helping families find the help they desperately need to heal from the effects of addiction. We understand that having a loved one in crisis is never easy, and we are here to help. We do this in a few ways, including:

  • Talking to individuals and families during crisis moments 
  • Providing admissions assistance and client support over the phone
  • Gathering information that allows us to provide referrals to high-quality programs 
  • Assisting individuals and families who feel overwhelmed by the treatment options 

You are not alone, and we will never leave you to figure out the next step alone. If you or your loved one needs help, our dedicated team is here to answer your questions and direct you to the best treatment option to meet your needs. 

How Do You Benefit From an Effective Care Team? 

Teams that care about their clients offer more effective treatment options and can provide better outcomes. Clients are Newport Beach Recovery Center can benefit from the following:

  • Empowering interactions with the care team and peers 
  • Active engagement in individual and group therapy
  • Consistent levels of care throughout the treatment process
  • Increased self-confidence and self-esteem 

Personalized care works best when the client feels comfortable enough to be vulnerable and open up to the care team. Honest communication relies on a positive relationship between the client and the care team. We use various methods to improve treatment effectiveness and ensure our clients feel heard during treatment. You or your loved one can count on us to always go the extra mile. 

Even upper management plays a part in the day-to-day running of our facility by interacting with clients and their families. Every team member is invaluable to the process and brings advantages to team care. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), “Motivation is the key to substance use behavior change.†Interactions with our whole team can motivate greater change and help clients overcome ambivalence toward treatment. 

When Does Treatment Management Start? 

Our team works together from the beginning, which means our clients interact with multiple levels of management and staff from the first point of contact through aftercare support. We are a cohesive unit that engages with clients throughout the day to ensure they feel safe, comfortable, and confident in our ability to help them recover from SUD. 

We work together to provide clients with personalized care tailored to their unique experiences, needs, and preferences by offering the following: 

  • Accommodations for cultural or religious beliefs 
  • Gender-focused therapy 
  • Trauma-informed care 
  • Diverse treatment options 
  • Alternative and natural healing remedies

According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), “Matching treatment settings, interventions, and services to an individual’s particular problems and needs is critical to his or her ultimate success in returning to productive functioning in the family, workplace, and society.†Our team works together to give clients the individualized tools they need to achieve and maintain sobriety. 

How Does a Team Improve Treatment Outcomes? 

A whole team working together can see issues a client may encounter before it becomes a problem. In addition, every team member comes with a unique perspective that can give the client insight, support, and inspiration as they begin to heal and work through the recovery process. Teamwork can improve treatment by doing the following: 

  • Offering multiple perspectives on recovery and treatment 
  • Ensuring clients have access to effective therapies
  • Providing complementary therapy methods and skills

According to The American Psychologist, “The coordination and delivery of safe, high-quality care demands reliable teamwork and collaboration within, as well as across, organizational, disciplinary, technical, and cultural boundaries.†Every member of our team goes above and beyond to ensure clients get high-quality, compassionate care and the best possible outcome.  

A caring team is willing to go the extra mile and ensure that clients receive the compassion and support they deserve throughout the treatment and recovery process. The upper management, counselors, and staff at Newport Beach Recovery Center offer only the best care to our clients. We want to ensure everyone feels safe and comfortable while undergoing substance use disorder (SUD) treatment. Clients with a team caring for them are more likely to create healthy interpersonal bonds and have better outcomes. We use comprehensive client assessments and regular communication to ensure personalized care that meets the needs of our clients. To learn more about our programs and services at Newport Beach Recovery Center, call us today at (888) 850-0363. We are always here to answer your questions and provide information to families or individuals who need help recovering from the effects of SUD. 

Learn The Benefits of Getting Sober

A person with their hand on the table and a glass of alcohol.


Addiction is a challenging disease to manage. For a long time, people who suffered from addiction did not have access to the resources they needed to get better. Now, there has been a significant amount of research in this field that has led to the development of new diagnostic and treatment capabilities that have helped people find sobriety. Many people who have struggled with addiction for years might not know how to have fun without that addictive substance. They might not even know what life is like sober. The good news is that there are numerous benefits of sobriety that everyone should know.

What Happens When You Get Sober? 

When you enter sobriety, your life is going to change drastically. You discover that you have more energy than you did in the past. You can think clearer and have a new appreciation for life. You no longer feel the desperation of doing whatever it takes to get drugs or alcohol. You are much more relaxed because you no longer have to worry about what happens when the drugs or alcohol wear off. Addiction treatment provides recovery from drug abuse and alcoholism that is going to lead to a boost in self-confidence and self-esteem.

You’re Healthier

Addiction is unhealthy and negatively affects the body and mind. Addiction to alcohol can lead to serious liver damage. An addiction to cocaine is damaging to someone’s heart. An addiction to meth will lead to the development of something known as ‘meth mouth’. This is when someone’s teeth start to rot and decay. All of this is terrible and can lead to long-term health consequences.

When you stop harming your body with toxic substances, you become much healthier. Your sleep patterns will return to normal, you’ll have an appetite again, and natural energy. 

You Find Things You Love

During recovery from addiction, you can take advantage of the opportunities you’ll have to learn new things. When you’re no longer inebriated from taking drugs or drinking alcohol, you can research new hobbies or travel. One of the biggest reasons addiction treatment is successful because it gets people to change their routines. You can easily take this skill and apply it to life outside of treatment. By learning new things, you’ll stay busy, and figure out what you love to do. 

You Rebuild Relationships

One of the most important benefits of getting sober is that you are going to rebuild the relationships in your life that might have been damaged by addiction. Sadly, addiction is a disease that affects the people around you. Your personal and professional relationships can become broken while you’re addicted to drugs or alcohol. Once you get sober you’ll be able to be a dependable friend and coworker again.  You’ll also be able to build new relationships with the people you meet during recovery. A big component to staying sober is having a sober network. You can meet new sober people during and after addiction treatment. Support groups and 12 step meetings are a great way to build your network. 

We’re Here to Help

At Newport Beach Recovery, we are a drug and alcohol rehab center located in Costa Mesa, CA. We are here to serve individuals and families who are struggling with addiction throughout the local area. We know trying to beat addiction can be intimidating, but with the help of us, it’s completely attainable. Please contact us today to learn more about our services!

Why it’s Important to Have a Schedule in Recovery


Being able to create and keep a schedule in recovery can make all the difference for those struggling with addiction. While it may not typically be a tactic that is at the forefront of the ideas or methods to aid in recovery, establishing routine can be the part of the process that makes addiction treatment last.

Why Having a Routine Works

·         By having a schedule, there is less time for triggers and temptations. When a schedule incorporates a new way of life, the previous addiction no longer is a part of the day. There is not an opportunity to think about the vice when your schedule is full of activities and events that enrich your life.

·         Establishing routine fosters productivity and eases anxiety. There is nothing better than having a checklist completed. By having a tangible schedule, you can actually see what you have accomplished during the day and look forward to what lies ahead. You can look at the checklist and feel productive. Tomorrow’s schedule eases anxiety since you know exactly what tomorrow will look like.

·         Creating a schedule can encourage positive new habits. There are many parts of a person with addiction’s life that incorporate negative habits. By replacing these old habits with new hobbies and routines, a person can see how their life is positively changed by making their own meals, going for hikes or even learning a new trade.

 What Should be a Part of a Schedule

Besides attending therapy and support groups for recovery, there are other ways to supplement your schedule. Given that your former life was not benefiting you, it is important to create a schedule that gives you time to grow, relax and explore.

Grow

·         Learn to Cook

·         Learn a Craft (knit, crochet, sewing, woodworking, etc.)

·         Create a Cleaning Schedule

·         Take Classes (GED, College, Languages, Exercise, etc.)

·         Volunteer

Relax

·         Read a Book

·         Take a Nap

·         Get a Massage

·         Call a Friend

Explore

·         Go on a Hike

·         Try a New Restaurant

·         Go to a New City

What Should NOT be a Part of a Schedule

Establishing a schedule is important for recovery, but there are some activities that should not be a part of this new lifestyle.

·         Do not allow time to think about past habits. By incorporating an opportunity to crave what you have worked so hard to recover, you are eliminating the good things that come from creating a schedule. While you do have time to relax, make sure it allows the mind to be occupied.

·         Do not become a slave to the routine. On the flip side of the previous point, do not be afraid of straying from the schedule on occasion. If someone asks to go to dinner or to a movie, do it. If you are not feeling well one day, take the day to recover.

·         Do not be alone. Having a person to help you not think about your previous habits is a great way to ensure recovery. However, being alone too often gives you the chance to let your mind wander. With that in mind, do not go anywhere by yourself either in case you feel the urge to drive back to what lead you to recovery in the first place.

·         Do not incorporate “friends†who were a part of your addiction. Hanging out with people that encouraged or created your previous habits cannot be a part of your new schedule. While you might think of them as friends, if they are not going to be a beneficial part of your recovery, they are not your friends right now.

At Newport Beach Recovery in Costa Mesa, we will provide the tools to create a schedule and help reclaim the lives stolen by addiction. Come see us today.

12 Fun Things You Can Do Now That You Are Sober and Living Life in Recovery


Once you have fought your inner demons and come out victorious you can announce with pride that you are now sober!  But what happens now? What can you do to fill up the time you now have available? It is important to stay active and find new things to do with yourself so you are not tempted to fall back into old habits and old ways. Here are twelve fun things you can do to celebrate your new sober lifestyle and keep your focus on your life in recovery:

1. Go for a Walk at the Park

Exercise is good for the body and the mind and going for a walk at your local park or track is a good way to stay active and to also get out and engage and interact with other people in a fun and positive way!

2. Relax at the Day Spa

Spas are not just for the ladies and whether you are going alone, with your significant other, or a group of friends, relaxing at the day spa is a wonderful way to spend some time rewarding yourself for all of your hard work.

3. Movie Night With Friends

Now that you are sober you will have more fun with friends and hanging out at the movies is a great way that you all can celebrate and find positive encouraging ways to spend time together making memories.

4. Volunteer in the Community

Many people say that after their fight to reach sobriety they feel a strong desire to help others who are in need so finding volunteer opportunities in your local area can be a great way to spend your time.

5. Weekend Beach Trip

The beach by its very nature is calming and healing so it is a popular destination for friends and family members to gather and celebrate life and all of the good things that are happening in their lives!

6. Plant a Backyard Garden

Whether you have a green thumb and want a huge backyard paradise or you are a novice and are happy with a few potted plants, gardening is a great way to focus your energies on something positive.

7. Read A Brand New Book

Reading is a wonderful way to relax and unwind and can be especially helpful for dealing with the everyday stresses of life and is a good way to destress at the end of your workday.

8. Call Family and Talk on the Phone

Oftentimes addiction causes us to distance ourselves from those we love so calling family and having a nice phone call is one way to reconnect and reclaim your life now that you’re sober.

9. Visit a Museum or Art Gallery

For the loner at heart, or when you just want a little alone time, taking a trip to a local museum or art gallery can be a fun way to pass the time and have a quiet afternoon all to yourself.

10. Have Alcohol-Free Game Night

So long as everyone agrees to the no alcohol terms, there are few things that are as memorable as game night with friends, family, food, and fun so bring out the games and celebrate sobriety!

11. Pick Up a Fun New Hobby

An important part of recovery and remaining sober is finding ways to stay busy and avoid temptations so picking up a new hobby can be a fun and very rewarding way to celebrate your new life.

12. Go See Something New in Your Area

For the traveler at heart you can satisfy your wanderlust with a simple trip to see something new in the local area you have always wanted to see before.

These are just some fun and easy things you can do now that you are sober and have reclaimed your life. Talk with family and friends and plan other fun things you can do either on your own or as a group to continue celebrating your new sober lifestyle!  Newport Beach Recovery is a drug and alcohol rehab in Costa Mesa, CA where you can get the personalized treatments you need if you are struggling with addiction. Call today to learn more and to schedule your individual consultation visit and take that first step towards sobriety and living life in recovery.