Detox and rehab treatments are the ideal way to combat drug or alcohol addiction. While the objective is to help clients get sober, these programs should also prepare clients for the next step–-independent sober living. That’s why life skills training should always be a part of the curriculum. With the right skills, clients will be able to function and thrive outside of treatment facilities.
Are you ready to put drugs or alcohol in your past? Serenity House Detox & Recovery Houston can help you. We offer a range of addiction treatment options, which we have designed to address your unique needs. To learn about your treatment options, reach out to Serenity House Detox & Recovery Houston today by calling 866.516.8356 or using our convenient online form.
Nutritional Skills
An addiction to drugs or alcohol can wreck your diet. Even if you eat well, which most people don’t when they are struggling with addiction, your body won’t be able to absorb nutrients. It is typical for clients in detox and rehab to have all kinds of nutritional deficiencies.
In treatment, most clients enjoy nutritious meals three times a day. While that is wonderful, clients still need to learn how to fend for themselves. One form of life skills training involves shopping for groceries and learning how to prepare basic meals.
You certainly don’t need to become a chef overnight. However, it is vital to learn how to plan basic meals and shop for healthy ingredients. Hunger is often misunderstood as a craving for addictive substances, so eating well could aid in relapse prevention.
Career and Education Planning
Getting sober is great, but a full life involves more than just abstaining from substances. Most clients want to find meaning and purpose in life. Often, that means getting a job or formal training.
Clients should have access to resources that can help them plan for the future. This might include guidance with writing out a resume or support practicing interview skills.
Budgetary Skills
Addiction can be devastating from a financial perspective. Many people go deep into debt to fund their addiction to drugs or alcohol. Once addiction treatment is over, it is time to start planning for your financial future.
Life skills might include learning how to set up and keep to a budget. Some clients need reminders about how to balance a checkbook or how to open up a credit card account. All of this preparation will make it easier once rehab is over.
Communication and Relationship Skills
One of the most important of all life skills is the ability to communicate well with others. In treatment, clients may need help rebuilding relationships with their loved ones. Communication training can make it easier to understand others and to be understood by those that you care about.
Mental Health Skills
In many cases, mental health problems lead to addiction, while in others, their addiction leads to mental health issues. It’s critical to learn how to manage your mental health in treatment and outside of a rehab program. We offer a dual diagnosis treatment program that is designed to address a range of mental health conditions, including:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- PTSD
- Bipolar disorder
Life Skills Training at Serenity House Detox & Recovery Houston
At Serenity House Detox & Recovery Houston, treatment programs are designed to be comprehensive. In addition to medical care, clients can expect a range of therapies designed to enhance life and support sobriety. At this holistic detox center, treatments and therapies may include:
Life skills training gives clients the strength and confidence they need to lead meaningful and successful lives after detox and rehab. At Serenity House Detox & Recovery Houston, recovery is about more than just sobriety. It is about total wellness. Call 866.516.8356 or reach out online to learn more and to take the next step to recovery.
