Texas Women’s Family Therapy Program for Addiction

Key Components of Family Counseling

• Family Education: Family counseling sessions educate women and their families about the disease of addiction, the effects of abusing drugs and alcohol, and the importance of mental health in the recovery process.
• Individual Counseling: Family members may participate in individual therapy to address personal issues and learn coping skills to support their loved ones.
• Couples Counseling: Couples counseling can help address relationship challenges that may arise during the recovery process, ensuring a strong and healthy partnership.
• Group Sessions: In group therapy sessions, families can learn from the experiences of others, gaining valuable insights and support.

How Family Therapy Can Benefit Women in Addiction Treatment

At The Fullbrook Center, we offer family therapy designed to help women and their loved ones reconnect and begin to heal.

This therapy will benefit both women and their family members by:

• Improving Communication: Family therapy helps family members develop effective communication skills, which can strengthen relationships and foster a supportive environment for recovery.
• Better Understanding the Recovery Process: By participating in the treatment program, family members can better understand the recovery process and the steps needed to achieve long-term recovery.
• Developing Healthy Coping Skills: Family counseling teaches people how to deal with the challenges of addiction, empowering them to support their loved ones throughout their journey in a healthy way.
• Codependency Tools: These tools can help individuals recognize and address patterns of codependency, allowing them to establish healthy boundaries. By understanding the difference between helping and enabling, family members can contribute to a more effective recovery process.
• Rebuilding Trust: Addiction can often erode trust within a family. Therapeutic family groups provide a safe space for individuals to address past hurts and work towards rebuilding trust. By fostering open communication and promoting understanding, family members can begin to heal and move forward together.
• Relapse Prevention: Family therapy equips individuals with the knowledge and tools to identify potential triggers and warning signs of relapse. By working together to develop a plan for coping with these challenges, families can provide a strong support system for their loved ones in their ongoing journey.