Recovery coaching is a collaborative, goal-oriented process that helps individuals strengthen or establish their recovery. It differs from therapy, in that it is pragmatic and ‘now’ focused.  

What is recovery coaching?

Recovery coaching can help clients to overcome obstacles, develop healthy routines, and create a fulfilling life in recovery. It can provide encouragement, accountability, practical support, and guidance while helping clients identify and achieve their personal goals.  Unlike sober companionship, recovery coaching is done in sessions, most often remotely. 

Who can benefit from recovery coaching?

Recovery coaching can benefit individuals in early recovery, those transitioning from treatment, people returning to work or family life, or anyone seeking additional support, accountability, and guidance in maintaining recovery and emotional wellness.

Practical recovery support may also include assistance with recovery monitoring devices.

How is recovery coaching different from therapy?

Recovery coaching is solution-focused, action-oriented, and centered in the present. While therapists treat mental health conditions, recovery coaches provide practical support, accountability, motivation, and guidance as clients work toward recovery and wellness goals.

Recovery coaching often offers a greater level of accessibility and real-world support than a traditional weekly therapy model, helping clients navigate challenges as they arise in everyday life.

A sober companion provides personalized one-to-one support to individuals navigating early recovery major life transitions, travel, or situations that may present challenges to maintaining sobriety. 

What is a sober companion?

A sober companion is an ally, a mentor, and engaged in their own recovery. They provide personalized support to individuals navigating early recovery, major life transitions, or situations that may present challenges to maintaining sobriety. This can be accomplished either in the home as a live-in arrangement, or as an off-site support. 

Who can benefit from sober companion services?

Sober companion services can be beneficial for individuals who are newly sober, transitioning from treatment, traveling, attending high-risk events, experiencing relapse concerns, or seeking additional accountability and support at any point in their recovery.

What types of support does a sober companion provide?

Support is personalized to each client's unique needs, circumstances, and recovery goals, and may include:

• Relapse prevention planning and risk reduction

• Daily structure, accountability, and encouragement

• Emotional support and practical problem-solving

• Assistance navigating work, family, and social situations

• Goal setting

• Accompaniment to recovery meetings, therapy appointments, or community activities

• Safe transportation to or from treatment

• Building a healthy, balanced lifestyle that includes self-care, recreation, and fun 

• Wellness planning, which can include mindfulness practices, movement, nutrition, and stress management

• Coordination with treatment providers, families, and other members of the recovery team (when appropriate)

How long do clients typically work with a sober companion?

The length of service varies based on individual needs and goals. Some clients seek support for a specific event or short-term transition, while others benefit from ongoing companionship and accountability over a longer period of time.

Recovery consulting helps coordinate the many moving parts of a plan of recovery, which may include coordination of recovery resources, treatment planning, referrals, and ongoing support to help clients navigate the many aspects of their recovery journey. 

What is recovery consulting?

Recovery consulting provides personalized guidance to help clients and families navigate the often complex recovery landscape with clarity. Our consulting services help coordinate the many moving parts of a recovery plan, including treatment recommendations, referrals, resource navigation, provider communication, appointment coordination, and transition planning. We also assist in identifying appropriate levels of care, developing individualized recovery strategies, advocating for client needs, and connecting clients with trusted community resources. The goal of our recovery consulting service is to simplify the process, reduce stress, and provide ongoing support to the client and family.