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What is the Family Addiction Program?

The Family Program for Addiction at Crestone Wellness is a comprehensive support system designed to address the multifaceted needs of those struggling with substance use within the context of their familial relationships. Recognizing that addiction often impacts not only the individual but also their loved ones, our program offers a structured approach to healing and recovery that involves the entire family unit.

This level of care is characterized by its holistic and personalized approach. We provide a range of therapeutic interventions tailored to each family’s unique dynamics and challenges. These include individual and group counseling sessions, psychoeducation workshops, family therapy sessions, and experiential activities aimed at fostering better communication, increased understanding, and holistic healing.

Through our program, families learn effective coping strategies, communication skills, and boundary-setting techniques to support their loved one’s recovery journey while also addressing their own needs and well-being. We believe that involving the family in the recovery process can create a supportive environment conducive to long-term sobriety and overall family wellness.

How (and Why) Family Programs for Addiction Work

Family programs for addiction work by recognizing the profound impact that addiction has on the entire family unit and addressing it through a structured, supportive approach.[1] These programs typically involve a combination of psychoeducation and therapy aimed at helping family members understand addiction, its effects, and their role in the recovery process.

By involving the family, these programs can address dysfunctional patterns of communication and enabling behavior that may contribute to the cycle of addiction. Family members learn healthy coping mechanisms, communication skills, and boundary-setting techniques that support their loved one’s recovery and promote their own well-being.

Additionally, family involvement in the recovery process can enhance motivation, accountability, and overall treatment outcomes for the loved one struggling with addiction.[2] It helps to grow a sense of understanding within the family, creating a supportive environment that encourages long-term sobriety.

The Efficacy of Addiction Counseling for Family Members

Incorporating family members into substance use disorder (SUD) treatment programs is a crucial component in initiating and sustaining recovery for both clients and their families. By actively involving family members in treatment, clinicians can facilitate positive changes in thinking and behavior surrounding substance misuse, leading to transformative shifts within the entire family system.[3]

Studies have consistently shown that family-based interventions yield significant benefits for both those struggling with SUDs and the overall functioning of the family system.[4] Research also indicates that when family members actively participate in treatment, it can positively impact completion rates and overall treatment outcomes, both for the person struggling and the family unit.[5]

The Crestone Wellness Family Addiction Program Treatment Team

Click on the links below to learn about the Family Program staff at Crestone.

Becky Babb
Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Alex Kudisch
MD, DFAPA
Dr. Carolina Estevez Psy.D.
Psychologist

What Our Crestone Family Program Alumni Are Saying

“Crestone saved my life!! The staff is exceptional, always smiling and making you feel welcome. Food is fantastic, counselors are always willing to help and you are given time to do all 12 steps if you choose. Also, tv in every room and you have your own room. Can’t thank the staff enough for saving my life.”

Alumnus of Crestone Wellness

“This establishment is above and beyond any treatment center my family has had experience with. They offered my son healing in ways he's never received at any treatment facility. The staff is truly devoted to their mission, and everyone there shows care and concern. I feel that Crestone offered a structured environment with excellent care from medical and behavioral health staff. We were kept up to date on any and all of my sons progress. Everyone at Crestone was a blessing to our family!”

Family of Alumnus of Crestone Wellness

“I sent a loved one to Crestone and the removed barriers that were preventing him from getting treatment, connected on a deep level and helped him recover from alcoholism. Great program with great staff.”

Family of Alumnus of Crestone Wellness

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Crestone’s Modalities for the Family Program

In addiction treatment for families, various therapeutic modalities are employed to address the complex dynamics of substance abuse:

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT):

ACT therapy emphasizes mindfulness and acceptance techniques to help family members develop psychological flexibility in coping with the challenges of addiction. It encourages values-based actions and empowers families to embrace difficult emotions while fostering meaningful connections.

Art Therapy:

Art therapy provides a nonverbal outlet for family members to express and process emotions related to addiction. Through creative expression, you can explore underlying feelings, improve communication, and gain insight into your experiences, fostering healing and connection with your loved ones and increasing family support.

Attachment Therapy:

Attachment therapy focuses on repairing and strengthening familial bonds that may have been disrupted by addiction. By addressing attachment patterns and promoting secure relationships, this therapy helps families develop a supportive environment essential for sustainable recovery.

Breathwork Therapy:

Breathwork therapy utilizes breathing techniques to regulate emotions and reduce stress in family members, promoting relaxation and inner peace. By fostering mindfulness and self-awareness, breathwork can help you manage triggers and build resilience in the face of addiction challenges.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT):

CBT helps family members identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors related to addiction. By addressing dysfunctional beliefs and teaching coping skills, CBT empowers families to manage triggers and develop healthier ways of responding to challenges.

Compassionate Inquiry Therapy:

Compassionate inquiry therapy explores underlying emotions and beliefs with kindness and curiosity. By delving into the root causes of addiction within a compassionate framework, this therapy promotes healing and self-awareness for both individuals and their families.

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT):

DBT combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness practices to help families regulate emotions and improve interpersonal relationships. By fostering distress tolerance and emotional regulation skills, DBT equips families with tools to navigate conflicts and crises related to addiction.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR):

EMDR helps individuals process traumatic experiences that may contribute to addiction. By reprocessing traumatic memories through bilateral stimulation, EMDR reduces the emotional charge associated with past events, facilitating healing and resilience in families affected by addiction.

Internal Family Systems:

Internal Family Systems therapy helps people identify and integrate different personality parts. By exploring the underlying motives and needs of each part, this therapy promotes self-awareness and healing within families impacted by addiction.

Motivational Interviewing:

Motivational Interviewing focuses on enhancing motivation and commitment to change. By fostering empathy and exploring ambivalence, this therapy helps family members resolve resistance and cultivate readiness for positive behavioral changes related to addiction.

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT):

SFBT focuses on identifying strengths and solutions rather than dwelling on problems. By exploring goals and promoting small, achievable steps, SFBT empowers families to create positive changes and build resilience in the face of addiction challenges.

Somatic Experiencing:

Somatic experiencing helps people to release stored trauma and tension held in the body, both of which often accompany drug use. By facilitating the natural healing process, this therapy promotes relaxation and resilience in families affected by addiction for long-term recovery.

Sound Healing Therapy:

Sound healing therapy utilizes sound vibrations to promote relaxation and reduce stress in family members. By engaging with soothing sounds and vibrations, individuals can experience emotional release and restoration, fostering healing and well-being within the family.

Yoga Therapy:

Yoga therapy combines physical postures, breathwork, and meditation to promote holistic well-being. By fostering mind-body awareness and stress reduction, yoga therapy helps individuals and families manage the physical and emotional effects of addiction, promoting balance and recovery.

Finding Your Place in the Continuum of Care

At Crestone Wellness, we understand that everyone’s journey through addiction recovery is unique – and there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to treatment.

Upon entering our program, every client undergoes a comprehensive pre-assessment conducted by our admissions team. This assessment evaluates various factors, including your medical history, substance use patterns, mental health status, and social support system.

Based on the results of this assessment and the applicable American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) criteria, we collaborate with you to determine the most appropriate level of care.[6] Our goal is to match each client with the level of support and structure that best meets their needs.

Throughout your treatment journey, you will receive individualized care that’s uniquely shaped to your specific goals and challenges. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates closely to develop personalized treatment plans that address your physical, emotional, and social well-being.

As you progress in your recovery and achieve your treatment goals, we regularly reassess your needs and readiness for transition to your next stage of care. This transition is carefully planned to ensure continuity of care and ongoing support throughout the recovery journey.

Frequently Asked Questions about Family Addiction Counseling

What does a typical family addiction counseling session involve?

Family addiction counseling sessions typically involve discussions facilitated by a trained counselor where family members can openly express their thoughts, feelings, and concerns related to addiction and co-occurring behavioral health issues. These family sessions may focus on improving communication, setting boundaries, exploring group dynamics, and identifying strategies for supporting the individual in recovery.

How can family addiction counseling help improve family dynamics?

Family addiction counseling helps improve family dynamics by providing a safe and structured environment for open communication and addressing underlying issues related to addiction. Through counseling, families learn healthy coping mechanisms, effective communication skills, and boundary-setting techniques, which can lead to greater understanding, empathy, and support among family members for greater recovery support.

How do you address denial and resistance within families during counseling in substance abuse treatment?

Denial and resistance are common challenges in family addiction counseling. Counselors approach these issues with empathy, understanding, and non-judgment. They may use various therapeutic techniques to gently challenge denial, such as psychoeducation, exploring the consequences of addiction, and highlighting the impact on the family. Building trust and rapport is crucial in addressing resistance, as counselors work collaboratively with families to explore underlying concerns and motivations for change.

References

[1] Lander, L., Howsare, J., & Byrne, M. (2013). The impact of substance use disorders on families and children: From theory to practice. Social Work in Public Health, 28(3-4), 194–205. https://doi.org/10.1080/19371918.2013.759005 on May 29, 2024

[2] Substance Abuse and Mental Health services administration. (2019). Enhancing motivation for change in substance use disorder treatment. https://store.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/tip-35-pep19-02-01-003.pdf on May 29, 2024

[3] Information, N. C. for B., Pike, U. S. N. L. of M. 8600 R., MD, B., & Usa, 20894. (2020). Chapter 3—Family Counseling Approaches. In www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (US). https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK571088/ on May 29, 2024

[4] Esteban, J., Suárez‐Relinque, C., & Jiménez, T. I. (2022). Effects of family therapy for substance abuse: A systematic review of recent research. Family Process, 62(1). https://doi.org/10.1111/famp.12841 on May 29, 2024

[5] Kourgiantakis, T., & Ashcroft, R. (2018). Family-focused practices in addictions: a scoping review protocol. BMJ Open, 8(1), e019433. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2017-019433 on May 29, 2024

[6] American Society of Addiction Medicine. (2022). About the ASAM Criteria. American Society of Addiction Medicine. https://www.asam.org/asam-criteria/about-the-asam-criteria on May 29, 2024

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