Thriving in Recovery at West Coast Recovery Centers

Recovery often comes with unexpected challenges. Individuals with substance use disorder (SUD) gain meaning and motivation by learning to overcome adversity. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), “Everyone goes through tough times in life. But many things can help you survive—and even thrive—during stressful periods.” Treatment programs teach clients resilience and the skills they need to begin thriving in recovery. West Coast Recovery Centers offers a welcoming space and supportive community where clients experience healing and personal growth. 

What Does “Thriving in Recovery” Mean?

Thriving means something different to everyone. Treatment should address a client's physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. West Coast Recovery Centers uses a whole-person approach to care, ensuring clients develop practical skills to support long-term sobriety. According to Health.gov, “Fulfilling people’s cultural, linguistic, psychological, behavioral, and safety needs contributes to happy, healthy, and thriving lives.” Self-acceptance, positivity, and a focus on moving forward reduce the risk of relapse by providing a solid foundation for healthy lifestyle changes. 

Each person has unique goals and expectations for recovery. Successful recovery may include the following: 

• Prioritizing daily self-care 
• Creating a solid support system 
• Maintaining positive lifestyle changes 
• Practicing compassion and self-forgiveness 
• Being vulnerable with peers, loved ones, and clinicians 
• Maintaining self-accountability 
• Avoiding maladaptive behaviors or unhealthy thought patterns

Some individuals may not know how to make the necessary changes to transition from surviving to thriving. The clinical team at West Coast Recovery Centers guides clients through identifying what they need to succeed in recovery. Self-care is a critical part of creating a more fulfilling sober life. Clients are provided with the tools, skills, and resources to develop healthy routines to support self-care and lifestyle changes. 

Reintegrating Into the Community

Reintegration into the community is the primary goal of treatment for most clients. Becoming a productive member of the community allows people to remain accountable for their sobriety while enriching their lives. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), "Community engagement also ensures accountability to those most affected by problems related to substance use.” For many people, recovery is about regaining control of their lives and finding ways to manage their condition long-term. 

Reintegrating into the community often involves doing the following: 

• Returning to the workforce 
• Engaging with sober peers 
• Financially or socially contributing to society 
• Minimizing disruptions to personal recovery and the local community
• Repairing relationships with friends or family
• Pursuing activities that provide personal meaning

Individuals who have experienced significant life changes due to substance abuse may find it more difficult to reintegrate into society. For example, individuals with behavioral or legal issues might need additional support in developing skills for managing their condition. West Coast Recovery Centers provides clients with essential support and alumni services. 

The Health Benefits of Positivity and Thriving in Recovery

People are often more confident about overcoming challenges if they feel motivated and engaged with their recovery. Positivity is an excellent source of empowerment and inspiration. Practicing positivity each day protects people from maladaptive coping mechanisms by making them more likely to utilize the resources and skills learned in rehabilitation. 

Positivity improves overall health by doing the following: 

• Increasing self-confidence, self-efficacy, and self-esteem 
• Reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues
• Decreasing stress levels
• Producing greater enthusiasm and appreciation for life

Individuals who feel optimistic about their circumstances are more likely to take preventative measures to protect their health. Thriving in recovery increases confidence and gives people hope for the future. According to SAMHSA, “Hope, the belief that these challenges and conditions can be overcome, is the foundation of recovery." 

How Does West Coast Recovery Centers Facilitate Thriving in Recovery

Thriving in recovery requires clients to change their thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors. West Coast Recovery Centers facilitates healthy lifestyle changes through therapy, peer support, psychoeducation, and support services. Clients have access to an active community where they can establish new routines and practice healthy coping skills.  

Some of the services offered at West Coast Recovery Centers include: 

• Psychotherapy
• Psychiatry 
• Support groups 
• Individual and group therapy 
• Case management 
• Aftercare planning 
• Alumni support

Clinicians ensure clients receive access to the information and tools they need to build a healthier and happier future. 

Creating a Community to Support Recovery

Clients are an active part of the community at West Coast Recovery Centers. Alumni, staff, individuals in treatment, and their families all come together to create a welcoming and supportive space where clients grow, heal, and thrive. Developing social skills is an essential part of recovering from substance abuse. Effective communication allows people to build more meaningful connections with others. 

The care team encourages clients to create healthy relationships with peers within the community to strengthen their support system and provide them with additional accountability. Everyone benefits when people empower and uplift one another. West Coast Recovery Centers encourages clients to build healthy routines and relationships to support a fulfilling life. 

West Coast Recovery Centers prioritizes client safety, comfort, and engagement during treatment by offering personalized care. Tailored rehabilitation programs and support services provide clients with access to essential recovery tools to help them heal. Thriving in recovery is about accepting the past and creating a more positive space for personal growth. Individuals in recovery benefit from taking steps to increase positivity in their lives. The care team at West Coast Recovery Centers uses evidence-based and alternative holistic therapies to treat substance use disorder and guide clients through the process of changing how they approach recovery. To learn more about our programs and services, call our office today at (760) 492-6509.