Addiction impacts every family member differently. Everyone affected by the consequences of chronic substance abuse benefits from engaging in treatment. Our dedicated clinical team works closely with you and your loved ones to facilitate family healing and recovery from substance use disorder (SUD). Desert Willow Wellness uses family therapy and other evidence- based modalities to help you repair relationships with loved ones and develop healthier family dynamics.
Experts at Desert Willow Wellness utilize multiple evidence-based therapeutic approaches for family therapy. Our solution-focused family therapy allows you to repair relationships without digging into every detail of the family issues contributing to substance abuse. Studies have shown that “the main assumptions of solution-focused therapy are that pinpointing the cause of problematic family functioning is unnecessary and that counseling focused on solutions to specific problems is enough to help families change.”
Some of the evidence-based therapeutic modalities used in family therapy include:
Family therapy and other services give families the tools to develop a nurturing home environment that facilitates healing and personal growth.
Family therapy supports recovery by helping you rebuild bonds with loved ones. You can use therapy sessions to:
All family members benefit from learning to communicate more openly and honestly. Seeing how each person’s choices affect the family unit allows you to heal and grow together. The experts at Desert Willow Wellness consider your culture, needs, preferences, and family dynamics during therapy. The clinical team collaborates with you and your family to develop practical strategies for rebuilding bonds and supporting lasting sobriety.
Addiction and mental health disorders have a ripple effect in families and communities. According to Social Work in Public Health, “The family context holds information about how SUDs develop, are maintained, and what can positively or negatively influence the treatment of the disorder.” In addition, “Each family and each family member is uniquely affected by the individual using substances, including but not limited to having unmet developmental needs, impaired attachment, economic hardship, legal problems, emotional distress, and sometimes violence being perpetrated against him or her.”
Family therapy provides a safe space for you to express your thoughts and feelings about the effects of SUD.
You can achieve your sobriety goals. We’re here to help make it happen.
Families from across the country heal with the skills and support offered at Desert Willow Wellness in Palm Springs, California. We work with families to develop personalized care plans incorporating various therapeutic approaches. Our family therapy services provide a path toward understanding and a deeper connection with loved ones.
Understanding your condition more fully helps you recover from substance abuse by increasing self-awareness and giving you greater context for triggers and symptoms of SUD. Knowing how specific situations may affect your physical and emotional health builds confidence in managing recovery.
Our care team uses one-on-one, group, and family educational sessions to ensure you and your loved ones understand the realities of addiction and treatment. We also offer helpful articles, guides, and ongoing recovery tools on our Resources page to support your family’s continued learning and empowerment beyond therapy sessions.
You build empathy, compassion, and trust by learning how to communicate openly with your loved ones and the care team. Skills developed in family therapy include:
Healthy family dynamics and effective communication create boundaries and support a more nurturing home environment.
All family members impacted by SUD experience emotional and behavioral changes caused by stress. Family therapy helps reduce conflict and teaches coping skills to manage stress more effectively.
According to Addictive Behaviors, “Clients with severe mental illness and substance use disorder frequently have contact with family members who may provide valuable emotional and material support, but have limited skills and knowledge to promote recovery.” Family therapy teaches loved ones how to provide meaningful support during rehabilitation.
Grief, trauma, stigma, and other challenges can affect how families relate to one another. We help families set realistic expectations and anticipate common challenges in recovery while building resilience and understanding.
Narrative therapy allows families to express themselves through personal stories and reflections. According to Nursing Research and Practice, “Narrative is a way that patients relate and integrate past events, such as prior interpersonal trauma or neglect that are often intertwined with current symptoms.”
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Family therapy at Desert Willow Wellness prioritizes healing, education, and skill development to ensure you and your loved ones can maintain sobriety after treatment.
Primary benefits include:
Our family therapy sessions offer:
Family engagement in treatment reduces relapse risk and strengthens relationships. Desert Willow Wellness combines compassion with evidence-based care to help families heal and grow together. To learn more about our programs and how we facilitate family healing, call (800) 939- 0216 today.
