Helping Your Marriage
Heal After Addiction

Getting past addiction can be a Herculean challenge for any couple. Addiction has destroyed and still continues to wreak havoc on many marriages. Even during recovery, your marriage may still not be completely safe from relapse. Relapse can be a part of most people’s recovery unfortunately which can lead to difficulty trusting again. While it may be difficult to rebuild trust, it isn’t impossible. Therapy can help. 

The Value of Aftercare

The chance of relapse after rehabilitation isn’t only real; it can be very high. While relapse is common it is also preventable. Working with a trained therapist can make a big difference. Continuing with treatment after inpatient treatment is important. Aftercare often includes support groups as well as outpatient counseling. This can help you to identify triggers and learn new coping skills. Therapy can be an ongoing support that can meet you where you are. As you continue to learn and grow your counseling can also evolve with you. 

Healing the Wounds that Addiction Caused

Addiction may cause a person to lie, deceive, neglect and cheat to hide and continue use. Stopping the use of substances and being sober may not be enough in healing your relationship. Counseling individually and with your partner can help you work on your relationship and personal concerns. While you can’t change what happened you can change what happens moving forward. This can be the start of better days.

Continuing the Effort

Getting sober is hard, staying sober can be even harder. It is important that you have support in your recovery. It is also important for you to heal the relationships with those closest to you. If your marriage has been impacted by addiction, know that help is available. Things can get better. 

If you are ready to take these steps, call Carolina Counseling Services – Fuquay-Varina, NC. Find the therapist that is right for you, contracted with CCS. Call today to get started.

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