Family Support Programme

Liberty House’s family support programme is among the most important rehab therapies we offer. It provides families with invaluable education and assistance as their loved one moves through the different stages of recovery.

We know that addiction can spread through a family, causing pain, confusion and sometimes understandable anger. Many of our clients have experienced the break up of relationships, estrangement from parents and children and the resulting loneliness that these fractures cause.

We encourage families to get involved in counselling and therapy alongside their loved ones. It is not just helpful for you – it can also make a huge difference to their recovery. People who feel supported by their family are much more likely to stay on track, and having you by their side could be the motivation they need.

The ultimate goal of a family support programme is to heal the divides and bring you back together as a family. This is not always easy, especially when emotions run high, and you have been let down before.

Our family support programme will teach you about the science behind addiction, why it affects families the way it does and how to support your loved one without sacrificing your own well-being. We will help you make sense of what has happened to your family and figure out how to rebuild trust with your loved one. This will help you unite again so you are all working towards the same goal.

Our family support programme will also prepare you for what comes after rehab treatment. We will talk about what’s okay and what’s not in terms of boundaries and how to make your home feel like a safe and steady place again. This will allow your loved one to return to an environment that encourages recovery rather than triggers a relapse.

There are many fantastic benefits of taking part in our family support programme for addiction for everyone in your family:

Education about addiction

When someone you love is struggling with addiction, it can feel like you don’t recognise them anymore. In family therapy, you will learn why they act the way they do so you can be more understanding and ready to help.

A space to talk

Addiction can make families feel ignored or pushed aside, but Liberty House wants to give everyone a voice. We offer exclusive sessions called conjoints, where you can share how your loved one’s addiction has affected you. These sessions, led by our addiction specialists, are a chance to talk openly with your loved one, rebuild trust and start healing the relationships that may have been damaged.

Better self-care

Helping someone in recovery is tough, and it’s easy to forget about your own needs. We’ll help you find ways to manage stress, take time out for yourself and recharge when things get hard. When you feel strong and steady, you will be in a much better place to support your loved one through their journey.

Guilt resolution

It’s natural to wonder if you could have done something to stop your loved one’s addiction, but holding onto that guilt only weighs you down. Family therapy helps you let go of self-blame and understand that addiction is not your fault. Lifting that heavy burden off your shoulders will make a world of difference for both you and your loved one.

Setting boundaries that work

Loving someone in recovery doesn’t mean saying yes to everything. In fact, setting boundaries is one of the most loving things you can do. We’ll show you how and when to say no, how to avoid enabling behaviours and how to make sure you’re protecting yourself and other people in your family.

Getting ready for what’s next

Rehab is just the start of recovery, but there are many long-term benefits of family support programmes for addiction. We will help you prepare for your loved one’s return home by figuring out routines that work for everyone, staying supportive without losing sight of your own needs and knowing what to do if setbacks arise. This will make the transition easier for everyone involved and reduce the risk of relapse during this often tricky time.

As well as taking part in a family support programme for drug addiction or alcoholism, there are many other effective ways to help your loved one during rehab. Here are some simple, meaningful ways to show your support:

Then Liberty House is here to help you reconnect and find strength in each other. Our family support programme gives you practical tools to stay steady while standing by your loved one on their recovery journey. Let’s take this next step as a team – reach out to Liberty House today.